2009 Ram 1500 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 14%of 37 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,454miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the engine of the 2009 Ram 1500, 14% of the 37 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,454 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Exhaust manifold bolts snap and creates a loud ticking sound at start up, it idles high then eventually smooths out after it heats up. Was repaired once at dealer under warranty but keeps reoccurring.”
NHTSA complaint #11131650, filed 2018-09, 100,908 miles“The exhaust manifold cracked. This allows toxic pre-catalitic converter fumes to be released under the vehicle and potentially enter the vehicle. I have been informed that this is a common issue on This generation truck. It has not been inspected by manufturer, police, or insurance. And this has caused no warning lamps or signals before or after issue arose.”
NHTSA complaint #11434230, filed 2021-09“When driving the vehicle at lower speeds, usually between 25 to 38 mph, the engine will surge for about 1 to 2 seconds then back to normal as long as I remain in that speed range. It happens each time within that range of speed.”
NHTSA complaint #11518578, filed 2023-04“The truck lost power and the steering locked up.it was in motion going around a turn and went off the road. This is the second time the vehicle lost power the first was on the freeway and the dealer said there were no error codes.”
NHTSA complaint #11219442, filed 2019-06Related service bulletins
- 10212290Mar 6, 2022Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter…
- 10162500May 22, 2019Sensor-nitrous oxlde
- 10162499May 21, 2019Damper-Steering
- 10162498May 20, 2019Head-Cylinder
- 10162497May 20, 2019Head-Cylinder
- 10162520May 17, 2019Vehicles Eligible For CSN U07 And V08, V11 or V16 Important Update To U07 Dealer Instructions
- 10162495May 16, 2019Engine Oil- OW20
- 10162477May 15, 2019ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) Engineering is seeking information regarding OFA leaks. Questions/info can be directed to: Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466…
- 10162493May 14, 2019Engine Oil- OW20
- 10140006Mar 27, 201704627694AA Purge Control - Valve You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Suspect stock of part number: 04627694AA must be…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 13 | 13% |
| 2025 | 76 | 21% |
| 2024 | 23 | 30% |
| 2023 | 46 | 23% |
| 2022 | 251 | 40% |
| 2021 | 276 | 40% |
| 2020 | 155 | 24% |
| 2019 | 233 | 16% |
| 2018 | 110 | 16% |
| 2017 | 156 | 18% |
| 2016 | 291 | 19% |
| 2015 | 335 | 23% |
| 2014 | 304 | 17% |
| 2013 | 123 | 10% |
| 2009 | 5 | 14% |
Other parts of the 2009 Ram 1500
9 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsElectrical system
6 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Ram 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology