2015 RAM 2500 Power Train Problems
- 26
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 26 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
My complaint has to do with the approved fix for the v06 remedy on dodge trucks. It is ridiculous to think that an approved fix is to do a solid weld on the jab nut that hold my front end together. That i can only get alignments on my truck if i go to the dealership, as they have been told how to set the alignment without having to break the weld. Please!!!! Since they have welded this nut, the feel of the steering…
ODI 11241351
Power Train
Chrysler recall u30 for trans solenoid pack was not performed by this dealer. And after complaints to fca, us; they agreed with dealer. Dealer did not perform recall because bolts were rusted and told me i was responsible for the cost of the 15 bolts; cost $187. Cost of the same item online at wit transmission parts is $7.68.
ODI 11162252
Power Train · Service Brakes · Steering
On 8.20.18 my vehicle going 70mph on the freeway and then made a large sound. I then lost all steering and braking on the highway. I barely was able to pull off without getting hit. After sitting, smoke started coming out of from under my hood. After popping the hood, there were flames down in the engine. I poured the little amount of drinking water on the flames to douse them. The tow truck came and took us to the…
Fire reported
ODI 11121526
Power Train
Recall t79/nhtsa 17v=v-821. I keep getting recall notice from fca. But i take time off of work to take the vehicle to the dealer, wait all day, not hear anything, then finally return to the dealer to be told there is no remedy or no parts. I am not wasting any more of my time due to fca's incompetent engineers and dealers. They will now have to come to me to fix this recall, once they figure out how to fix it.
ODI 11090761
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 2500. While driving 55 mph, the vehicle shifted into first gear on its own and the gear shifter warning indicator illuminated. In addition, when the contact attempted to reverse out of a parking lot, the gear would not shift into reverse and remained in park. The contact had to turn the vehicle off, pump the brake pedal, and restart the vehicle for the gear to shift into reverse. The…
ODI 11181546
Air Bags · Power Train · Seat Belts
Recall complaint. Scheduled an apt with dealership to address two recalls (17v-302, 17v-821). Parts are either not available or there is not a remedy. I am supposed to just keep checking with the stealership to find out when theses safety issues can be addressed.
ODI 11063768
Power Train
1 to 2 second lag time in throttle response when first taking off from a dead stop. This can be dangerous when operating in heavy traffic. A very noticeable delay in response when pedal is placed in full throttle position. This is a continual condition. This is not a once only or occasional occurrence. This is a permanent condition.
ODI 11072193
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
2015 ram 2500 with the cummins 6.7 diesel, engine seems to loose all power during the initial start of accelerating from a stop light or stop sign for a few seconds. Which leaves me with partly in intersection like it stalling out.
ODI 11057032
Power Train
Often referred to as dead pedal. There is a delay from the time the accelerator is pressed to the time the vehicle accelerates. Can be very dangerous when merging into traffic from a stop, or accelerating to change lanes while traveling. It feels as though the faster you push the pedal, the slower it responds.
ODI 11044431
Power Train
May 2016, after coming home from work, i parked my ram in my driveway. The truck started to roll forward (slight decline) after i put into park. It went about 5 feet before i was able to reach in and push the emergency brake. This was not easy, as i am disabled from a brain tumor surgery at mskcc- causing balance, back, and hip nerve issues and use a cane. I thought it was user error. Fast forward to october 2017.…
Crash reported
ODI 11082633
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 2500. The contact stated that the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 17v562000 (engine and engine cooling) and 17v821000 (power train). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called a local dealer (scott robinson chrysler dodge jeep ram,…
ODI 11074562
Air Bags · Power Train
I do not know all of these recalls are issued and the dealers always say the have not been furnished the parts to fix them. There 3 active recalls on my ram right that have been issued last year and early this year
ODI 11118521
Power Train
Truck has an issue with the gas pedal at times from a start the truck does not immediately respond to input by the right foot. Also, if accelerating and then you take pressure off to re press the pedal to go it does not respond for a 1-2 second or so period. This problem is repeatable at any time by doing what was stated. This is a safety issue where as if the driver needs immediate acceleration to get out of a…
ODI 10992799
Power Train
On 5 occasions the truck shifted from park into reverse while running. During one of these events on 31 oct 2017 i was behind the truck setting up to "pull" a fence tight. Approximately 5 minutes after i got out of the truck it shifted into reverse and knocking me to the ground. I was struck again just as the drivers door (which was open) caught a fence post and stopping the truck. Before this incident i reported…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10958792
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 2500. While the vehicle was parked with the engine turned off, the vehicle independently rolled. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the action was duplicated, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 41,000.
ODI 10924651
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 2500. While attempting to start the vehicle, it failed to start. The contact also stated that the vehicle could be placed into gear when the key was not in the ignition, and the steering wheel would not lock. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the gear shifter…
ODI 10926090
Power Train
Driving over 45 mph. The truck has a bad shake in the steering wheel,seat,floor ect.. Took it to have wheels balanced, rotated,aligned all come back ok. No change at all and feels like the wheels are going to fall off. Bought after market wheels and new tires $3500 to posibly fix maybe a defective wheel or something... No change. It has to be a driveline issue. This issue is on even the smoothest new paved roads no…
ODI 10905609
Power Train
At random times with the rear end pointed down hill. I start up the truck up in park, then shift into drive and when i release the brake the truck will roll backwards, i go back reapply the brakes as soon as i can wait a short time, then ease the brakes off slowly and it drives normally. The transmission slips backwards at random times when in drive. This has happened mostly after being parked, it has also happened…
ODI 10809916
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Dead pedal when pressing on pedal truck does not move. Happened about 6 times on my. When taken off from a light and also when slow rolling the press pedal with no responce. Almost be hit twice by other cars when trying to pull out and truck does not move.
ODI 10783409
Power Train · Steering
When cruising at highway speeds >55 mph there is a very noticeable vibration in the front end / drive line of the truck.
ODI 10783075
Power Train
The vehicle has a noise in either the engine or the transmission when cold. It's a squeak. The vehicle has been back to two different dealers seven times and i'm told this noise is normal operation. I find impossible there would be a noise designed into a new vehicle.
ODI 10850282
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Engine: heavy diesel smell when coming to a stop or at a stop when the def regeneration process in active. Power train: loud clunk noise from driveline shifting from 3/4 or 4/5 and letting off the accelerator at the right time. Speed control: dead accelerator pedal. This occurs if there is a slight acceleration followed by a release of the pedal and an immediate re-application of full throttle. The response is…
ODI 10852452
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge ram 2500. After parking and exiting the vehicle, it started to roll away independently and crashed into another vehicle. A police report was not filed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 5,000. The…
Crash reported
ODI 10763959
Power Train · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Brand new 2015 ram 2500 laramie limited 4x4 picked it up and within two weeks we drove to wi from fl. Noticed slop in the rear end more than any other ram i've owned. Also had a vibration between 65 and 78 took it back explained i thought the drive train had issues. The dealer had it for one day and gave it back saying "we balanced tires and didn't hear any clunk". I test drove, issues still there took it back and…
ODI 10782085
Power Train
Vehicle has vibration at 65-75 mph. Been to dealer numerous times and still not fixed.
ODI 10781243