Ram 5500
Model Year Comparison
- Worst Model Year
- 2018
- Worst Category
- drivetrain Problems
We don't have a lot of complaints on file for the Ram 5500 — feel free to add yours here. It's either not very popular ... or it's very, very good.
Although the 2016 Ram 5500 has the most overall complaints, we rate the 2018 model year as worse because of other possible factors such as higher repair cost or more problems at lower mileage. The most-reported problem is with the 2018 Ram 5500 for engine failure.
Looking for Ram 5500 model years 2011 & older? — Ram was a model under the Dodge brand back then. Confusing? Yep.
Worst Ram 5500 Problems
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#1: Engine Failure 2018 5500
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $24,000
- Average Mileage:
- 72,000 mi
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#2: Pinion Gear Fell Out Due To Nut Not Being Peened In Place 2016 5500
- Average Cost to Fix:
- $6,000
- Average Mileage:
- 94,000 mi
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#3: Death Wobble 2016 5500
- Average Cost to Fix:
- N/A
- Average Mileage:
- 18,000 mi