2014 Ram 3500 Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 45 engine complaints for the 2014 Ram 3500, 22% of all 202 complaints filed for that year. Owners report throttle lag ('dead pedal'), engine fires, and stalling, with median failure mileage at 16,500 miles. Two related recalls (17V562000, 14V635000) cover water pump and wiring connector issues.
- Engine complaints
- 45
- 22% of 202
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 16,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Owners describe a delayed throttle response, sometimes called 'dead pedal,' where the engine does not respond for a couple of seconds after the accelerator is pressed, especially during hard acceleration or highway merging.
- Some owners report the engine catching fire, in one case while the truck was parked with no prior smoke or odor, with the fire traced to the engine compartment.
- Others describe fuel smell and smoke entering the cabin while driving at low speed, later linked to diesel leaking onto the fuel heater and electrical connector.
- Several owners report the powertrain control module (PCM) failing while towing, cutting power and stalling the truck.
- Some owners describe a rattle from under the dashboard when accelerating over rough roads, accompanied by a malfunctioning cruise control and an illuminated traction light.
When 2014 Ram 3500 engine complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 24, 2014, latest Sep 5, 2024.
Engine recalls for the 2014 Ram 3500
- NHTSA 17V562000Sep 12, 2017Engine443,874 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant.
Risk: The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T51.
- NHTSA 14V635000Oct 8, 2014Engine315,325 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.
Risk: If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on April 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P65.
Engine complaints by 3500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine problems in the 2014 Ram 3500?
- NHTSA lists 45 engine complaints for the 2014 Ram 3500, making up 22% of the 202 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2014 Ram 3500 engine?
- Yes. Recall 17V562000 covers Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel water pumps, and recall 14V635000 covers engine wiring harness connectors on 2010-2014 Ram trucks including the 3500.
- At what mileage do engine problems typically show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 16,500 miles for engine-related complaints on the 2014 Ram 3500.
- Have there been fires or crashes linked to engine issues?
- NHTSA records show 2 fires and 2 crashes among the complaints filed in the engine category for the 2014 Ram 3500, with no injuries reported.