2018 Ram 1500
Common Problems
Ranked from 298 federal NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
22 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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UConnect Screen Delamination and Phantom Touches
139complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe UConnect 8.4 screen delaminates and phantom touches occur, causing random selections and distractions.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 18V332000, 18V524000
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U-Connect Screen Delamination and Random Function Activation
54complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe U-Connect screen delaminates and activates functions randomly, causing distractions and potential safety issues.
Related recalls: 18V332000, 18V524000
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High-pressure fuel pump failure leading to loss of power
39complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe high-pressure fuel pump has failed, causing the vehicle to lose power and stall.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 22V406000
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Power Steering Module Failure
38complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering module intermittently fails, causing the steering to become inoperable or difficult to control.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Engine Failure
11complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine suddenly fails, often accompanied by a loss of power and oil pressure, requiring immediate towing.
$4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 12–20 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 20V475000, 19V757000, 23V411000
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Electrical System Issues with Uconnect
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe Uconnect infotainment system experiences intermittent failures, causing various functions to malfunction or become inoperable.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 18V332000, 18V524000
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Electrical System Malfunction
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalIssues with UConnect and infotainment system leading to distraction and safety concerns.
Related recalls: 18V332000, 18V524000
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Engine Knocking Noise and Oil Pressure Drop
5complaintsMedium severityEngineAn abnormal knocking noise and a sudden drop in engine oil pressure occur, indicating potential engine failure.
Related recalls: 20V475000, 19V757000, 23V411000
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Infotainment System Malfunction
5complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe UConnect touchscreen malfunctions, causing random changes in vehicle settings and distracting the driver.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 18V332000, 18V524000
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Recall Issues
5complaintsMedium severityOtherRecalls for various issues, such as fuel system and engine cooling, are not being addressed in a timely manner, leading to customer dissatisfaction.
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Suspension system issues including air suspension problems
5complaintsMedium severitySuspensionThe air suspension system has issues with the air bags not functioning properly, especially in cold weather.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Airbag Deployment Failure
4complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe airbags fail to deploy during a collision, leaving the occupants unprotected.
Related recalls: 18V332000, 18V524000
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Fuel System Issues
4complaintsMedium severityFuel systemIssues with the fuel system, including fuel pump failures and unexpected engine performance changes.
Related recall: 22V406000
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Steering System Failure
4complaintsHigh severitySteeringPower steering intermittently fails, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
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Vehicle Speed Control Failure
4complaintsMedium severityOtherThe vehicle fails to respond to the accelerator pedal, leading to slow acceleration or no response.
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Brake System Malfunction
3complaintsHigh severityBrakesHydraulic control unit (HCU) malfunctions leading to loss of ABS and traction control.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 17
Engine Overheating and Cylinder Head Failure
3complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine overheats and the cylinder heads fail, leading to extensive engine repairs.
$150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 20V475000, 19V757000, 23V411000
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Fuel Tank Refueling Issues
3complaintsMedium severityFuel systemFuel nozzle shutting off prematurely during refueling, causing frustration and potential safety issues.
$300–$1,200est. fuel line/tank repair · 2–6 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 22V406000
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Service Brakes Malfunction
3complaintsHigh severityBrakesABS control module failures leading to loss of ABS and traction control, posing safety risks.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 20
Electrical System Interference
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalIntermittent issues with the HVAC controls and radio leading to distraction and safety concerns.
Related recalls: 18V332000, 18V524000
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Exterior Lighting Issues
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe rear turn signals and headlights intermittently fail, leading to poor visibility and safety concerns.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 22
Fuel Pump Failure
2complaintsHigh severityFuel systemHigh-flow fuel pump failures leading to catastrophic engine damage.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 22V406000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.