2014 Ram 2500 Reliability
The 2014 Ram 2500 has 345 owner complaints and 16 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about steering and engine. Compared with other 2500 model years, it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the 2500's typical year, while the 2013 has a cleaner record.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
345
NHTSA owner complaints
16
Recall campaigns
13
Complaints citing a crash
4
Complaints citing a fire
2014 Ram 2500 complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 model year, filed between 2013 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 87 | 25% |
| Engine | 63 | 18% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 62 | 18% |
| Electrical system | 42 | 12% |
| Suspension | 37 | 11% |
| Speed control / throttle | 32 | 9% |
| Unknown or other | 28 | 8% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 25 | 7% |
2014 Ram 2500 recalls
16 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2014 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13V486000 | Oct 17, 2013 | Electrical system — instrument cluster/panel | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured July 1, 2013, through August 22, 2013. Randomly, the warning lights in the instrument cluster may fail to illuminate as designed. |
| 14V635000 | Oct 8, 2014 | 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. |
| 15V459000 | Jul 22, 2015 | Air bags — frontal | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2011, to October 7, 2014, and equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option. The affected vehicles have a… |
| 15V460000 | Jul 22, 2015 | Seat belts | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured June 20, 2012, to January 26, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side… |
| 15V461000 | Jul 23, 2015 | Equipment — electrical / radio/tape deck/cd etc. | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper… |
| 15V541000 | Aug 26, 2015 | Steering | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram 2500 trucks and 2013-2014 Ram 3500 trucks and cab chassis manufactured October 9, 2012, to July 29, 2014. The affected vehicles may have inadequate welds securing the front track bar frame… |
| 16E041000 | May 16, 2016 | Equipment | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling aftermarket Mopar Canvas Seat Covers for certain 2012-2016 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. These Mopar canvas seat covers were sold through Chrysler dealerships beginning October 15, 2015. The seat covers can impede the… |
| 17V302000 | May 9, 2017 | Air bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within… |
| 17V499000 | Aug 10, 2017 | Wheels | Streetcar ORV LLC, dba American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500 and 3500 heavy duty trucks, modified by AEV to be equipped with cast aluminum Katla 8.5" road wheels. The outer surface of the wheel may fracture, resulting in… |
| 17V562000 | Sep 12, 2017 | 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… |
| 17V821000 | Dec 20, 2017 | Powertrain / transmission — automatic transmission / lever and linkage / column shift | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup… |
| 17V824000 | Dec 21, 2017 | Equipment | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at:… |
| 18V332000 | May 17, 2018 | Electrical system — wiring | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500,… |
| 18E096000 | Oct 16, 2018 | Steering — linkages | Streetcar ORV LLC (Streetcar) is recalling certain American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) 3" Dualsport aftermarket suspension kits, part numbers N0436000 and N0436001, sold for installation on 2013-2018 RAM 2500 and 3500HD trucks. Improper installation and… |
| 19V021000 | Jan 25, 2019 | Steering — linkages / drag / link / connection | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Ram 3500 and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and Ram 2500 vehicles. The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate. |
| 19V347000 | May 9, 2019 | Latches, locks & linkages — tailgate / latch | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1,… |
How the 2014 compares with nearby 2500 years
Verdicts come from CarWhere's year-by-year 2500 analysis where it covers the year, otherwise from the years shown here.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 283 | 5 | Steering | Caution |
| 2013 | 178 | 16 | Engine | Solid |
| 2014 (this page) | 345 | 16 | Steering | Caution |
| 2015 | 215 | 15 | Powertrain / transmission | Solid |
| 2016 | 260 | 14 | Powertrain / transmission | Caution |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2014 Ram 2500
- Steering: check for a steering warning light, heavy or notchy steering and clunks over bumps; power-steering faults show up at low speed.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 16 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2014 Ram 2500 reliability FAQ
Is the 2014 Ram 2500 reliable?
The 2014 Ram 2500 has 345 owner complaints and 16 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about steering and engine. Compared with other 2500 model years, it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the 2500's typical year, while the 2013 has a cleaner record.
What are the most common 2014 Ram 2500 problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Ram 2500 are steering (87), engine (63), powertrain / transmission (62), electrical system (42). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2014 Ram 2500 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 16 recall campaigns for the 2014 Ram 2500, including 13V486000 (electrical system — instrument cluster/panel) and 14V635000 (engine & cooling — engine / diesel). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2014 Ram 2500 compare with the 2013 and 2015 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2013 has 178 complaints and 16 recalls (solid); the 2015 has 215 complaints and 15 recalls (solid). The 2014 has 345 complaints and 16 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2014 Ram 2500?
Run its VIN. The CarWhere Used Car Report checks one VIN for salvage records, salvage-auction records (with damage photos when the auction published them), stolen-vehicle records, the odometer trail and its listing and price history since 2015, with a free preview first and the full report at $12.99, one time. Pair it with an independent pre-purchase inspection.
More Ram 2500 research
Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2014 2500, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.