10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
4 / 0
Average Mileage:
13,753 miles

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2018 Ram 1500 drivetrain problems

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2018 Ram 1500 Owner Comments (Page 2 of 3)

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problem #25

May 152022

1500

  • 34,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 60-65 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently started to decelerate while the contact was attempting to accelerate. The contact stated that after several minutes the vehicle returned to normal driving. The dealer was contacted and notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 34,000.

- Oxnard, CA, USA

problem #24

Mar 312022

1500

  • miles
I was driving my 2018 RAM at night when it suddenly started to smoke. I had to stop in the middle of the road to find coolant had splattered on part of the engine and was leaking. Upon further inspection this morning I found there is a missing bolt on the radiator and it is cracked and a hose apparently burst. Called the dealership and states this is not covered by the warranty since I-??m on my 4th year and the type of part that it is, however, the only people to have ever worked on this vehicle have been the dealership and they have never had to do any repairs on the car, only regular oil changes and a warranty repair to my Uconnect screen that was faulty. There is no reason why this would have happened other thanks faulty parts. Upon investigating further I found that 2018 Rams with Ecodiesel engine(I have a gas engine) have a recall for the same issue and many people are having issues getting repair issues due to parts. I have also found other people with gas engines with similar issues. I-??d like to have some resolution with the manufacturer do they may cover their issue, not have to pay out of pocket for this.

- Fort Lauderdale , FL, USA

problem #23

Jul 012020

1500

  • miles
engine knocking, seams to a big problem. trans is slipping more and more, . ive should of stayed with ford

- Richmond, TX, USA

problem #22

Dec 052020

1500

  • 24,557 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

While backing up the vehicle stopped, bells went off in vehicle, the P light on the shifter and dashboard began flashing, a message appeared in the dash message center stating to apply the parking brake. I shut the vehicle off but only could turn the key to accessory. The vehicle wouldn't shift to park. The vehicles electrical system wouldn't shut down, I couldn't remove the key. While stopped I opened the owners manual to review the transmission section and it explained that if the issue occurs to follow printed procedure. Eventually I was able to shut down the electrical system. The issue is that this could been a more serious issue if I wasn't backing into my own driveway. This wouldn't turned out well if I was backing into a busy street. I have a video available of the lights flashing. I attached a still photo of the dash.

- Nashua, NH, USA

problem #21

Nov 242020

1500 8-cyl

  • 32,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 75 mph, another vehicle drifted into his lane. The contact depressed the emergency brake pedal and the transmission independently shifted into neutral. The contact coasted over to the other side shoulder. The contact noticed the transmission control indicated drive however, the vehicle was in neutral. The contact stated that he shifted into park, the electronic control transmission reset. The vehicle was taken to firkins Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (2700 1st St, bradenton, fl 34208) where the contact informed the dealer of the failure. The dealer informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.

- Parrish, FL, USA

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problem #20

Jan 012020

1500

  • 0 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 1500. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 19V818000 (equipment, engine and engine cooling) and 20V036000 (power train) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact called rackley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (5050 E winnemucca blvd, winnemucca, nv 89445: (775) 623-5005), lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of klamath falls (2675 washburn way, klamath falls, or 97603, (541) 205-4486) and dolan Dodge Ram Fiat (700 kietzke ln, reno, nv 89502, (775) 786-1211) where it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer had not been made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Winnemucca, NE, USA

problem #19

Sep 012018

1500 6-cyl Diesel

  • Automatic transmission
  • 1,500 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 1500. The contact stated that after coming to a complete stop and depressing the accelerator, the vehicle hesitated and then abruptly sped off without warning. The contact then received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 19V347000 (latches/ consumer stated vehicle was taken to several dealers to repair the recall no one had the parts. Now manufacturer is calling it normal.

- Whitefish, MT, USA

problem #18

Jul 222020

1500

  • 0 miles
My 2018 Dodge Ram 1500 with 32000 miles has a problem shifting out of park, and now has "check engine light on" now!

- Dallas, TX, USA

problem #17

Jul 082020

1500 6-cyl Diesel

  • 14,000 miles
The pedal lag while takin off from stop the pedal position frequency isnt consistent loss of mpg completely stock truck eco diesel can even get above 19mpg avg loss of power mpg and pedal lag along with junk emissions that destroy engines therefore have to make more parts or trucks etc using more fuel to power these manufacturing plants

- Jackson, MI, USA

problem #16

Jun 082020

1500

  • 0 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V036000 (power train), however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of billings (2229 king ave w, billings, mt 59102, (406) 206-3601), where it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

- Billings, MT, USA

problem #15

Mar 242020

1500 6-cyl

  • 0 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

There is an open recall on these vans (we have 3 of them) that Ram has not determined a remedy for. I have contacted them and had only 1 correspondence returned, basically saying they do not have an answer.

- Ridgeway, SC, USA

problem #14

May 032020

1500

  • miles
I found 4 recalls online for this vehicle, none of which we were notified on and none of which have been checked on, yet this site says there are no un resolved recalls

- Fairburn, GA, USA

problem #13

Dec 262019

1500

  • 98,093 miles
I noticed, shortly after purchasing truck from a used car dealer with 96000 miles on it, that the gas mileage was getting worse steadily( highway miles ).then one day, on the way home from work, the passenger side rear tire was smoking. Took it over to my mechanic and found out my whole rear axle had to be replaced. This cost me almost 5000 dollars

- Cottage Grove, MN, USA

problem #12

Feb 102020

1500

  • 0 miles
I entered my vehicle 2018ram1500 this morning after it had being stored inside my garage overnight. I sat down, pressed the brake and was about to start it when I noticed the shifter dial was on 'R' and began beeping continuously. I used the ignition button to switch from 'off' "acc" to 'start' and back/forth and pressing on the brake until I was able to shift the transmission to 'P'. once in 'P' I pressed the brake and then started the truck. When I proceeded to move on reverse out of my garage, it began beeping continuously and flashing two messages on the display, "service shifter" followed by "service transmission shut off engine to engage park" then my radio blackout. I could still hear music and was able to control it but there was no display.

- Edinburg, TX, USA

problem #11

Oct 102019

1500

  • 23,000 miles
Driving home from work. Had used cruise control at 70mph on freeway, but had not used it in town. I was decelerating for a stop light, when it turned green. I was probably traveling 15-20mph when I began accelerating again. I heard a click, like a relay or solenoid and the vehicle began to accelerate as if I had hit "resume". last speed preset had been 70mph. I was able to cancel the acceleration by hitting the brakes, but I nearly rear ended the car in front of me. I did not hit "resume" by mistake either, as my hand was not on the steering wheel near the buttons. In further troubleshooting, the cruise will not engage below 25mph. If resume is pushed before passing 25mph (during acceleration), then nothing happens.

- Crestview, FL, USA

problem #10

Sep 202019

1500

  • 9,000 miles
While driving the vehicle lags power to move vehicle for about a 4 sec delay then power will move the truck absolutely a safety issue especially when the vehicle is cold form a stop. Happens every time I drive the truck.

- Ecorse, MI, USA

problem #9

Jun 272019

1500

  • 17,500 miles
There is a recall on the driveshaft that can cause the incomplete weld to brake and cause crash V48 is the recall. When I went to the dealership on 6/27/19 was told that the part needs to be ordered. Today is one week later and still no part I have contacted Chrysler directly and was told the parts are available so not sure why I'm still waiting on parts? it's dangerous to drive the vehicle according to the recall note.

- Macomb, MI, USA

problem #8

Jun 252019

1500

  • miles
I received a recall notice (V48/NHTSA 19V-324) for my 2018 Dodge Ram 1500. The fca assistance center set me up with a dealership that can repair the issue, I called to schedule (they said next Tuesday July 2nd). The fca assistance center deemed my truck undrivable by approving a tow truck to haul my vehicle to the dealership for repairs. The dealership did not offer a loaner so I can get to work tomorrow, so I called the fca assistance center to get a vehicle due to product liability. They put me on hold, then responded with "I will get back to you tomorrow..what's the best phone number to reach you?"

- Sharon, WI, USA

problem #7

May 112019

1500 8-cyl

  • 11,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while parked in the driveway when exiting the vehicle with the driver door still open, the vehicle shifted into reverse independently, rolled away rapidly, and knocked the driver down to the ground. The vehicle rolled away crossing a street and crashed into a house where it came to a stop. The contact suffered injuries to his left leg/foot, the left wrist was scrapped, the left elbow was bruised, and the right knee scrapped where medical attention was scheduled to be received by his doctor. No police report filed. The vehicle was taken to galeana's van dyke Dodge dealer (28400 van dyke ave, Warren, mi 48093 (586) 573-4000) where the vehicle was being repaired for the rear bumper and rear passenger side quarter panel. The vehicle was not repaired as of yet. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 11,000. Photos attached

- Warren, MI, USA

problem #6

Mar 282019

1500

  • 3,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 1500. While driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle shifted into neutral and decelerated without warning. Additionally, there was a strong exhaust odor in the vehicle. The contact stated that several people became ill to the point of throwing up and almost passing out. Medical attention was not received. The vehicle was taken to stockton Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram (located at 3333 auto center cir, stockton, ca 95212, (209) 956-1920) to be diagnosed, but the test was not yet completed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 3,000.

- Stockton, CA, USA

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