2014 Ram 1500 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 192about this part
- Share
- 11%of 1,777 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 44,165miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 192 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2014 Ram 1500, 11% of the 1,777 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 44,165 miles. 23 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Chirping from the torque converter area I'm afraid my the transmission cold slip or go out causing an unexpected stop or acceleration ending up in an collision where someone cold get hurt. I have taken it to an certified mechanic and its not the exhaust or the lifters the noise is comes from between the transmission and the motor”
NHTSA complaint #11394388, filed 2021-02, 99,000 miles“Last night I parked my truck in my driveway like I been doing since I had the truck which I bought new and last night I parked like I usually do and this morning I was informed that my truck has rolled out out the spot where I left it to the edge of the street while still in park. It could have backed into another vehicle or even worse a kid”
NHTSA complaint #11161802, filed 2018-12, 63,000 miles“My trucks 'service electronic throttle control' light (lightning bolt) comes on both when starting my vehicle and when driving my vehicle. When it comes on when I try to start the truck, it wont change out of the gear it is in (ie I cant go faster than 15-18mph). It sometimes goes off if I turn the engine on and off multiple times. …”
NHTSA complaint #11013019, filed 2017-08, 38,000 miles“Vehicle has dial knob shifter it pops out of gear while going down road has a few times will shift to p .. No police report required there was no accident the times it occurred one time I was out of vehicle it was in park and shifted in to drive. I had 2 witnesses to this event .multiple dates and dates are estimated”
NHTSA complaint #11061543, filed 2018-01, 120,000 miles“Completed aem update which promised no change in performance. Truck is now dangerous to drive and does not meet my needs, which is why I purchased the truck. I nearly get t-boned pulling in or across traffic. The lag in the truck is extreme. I own a 21 foot boat and can barely pull it out of my 2 mile driveway that is on a slight hill. Truck bogs down and nearly stalls. Very disappointed in the truck after the update.”
NHTSA complaint #11321372, filed 2020-04, 80,000 milesRelated recalls
- 17V821000Dec 20, 2017Chrysler (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…Covers: Ram 1500 2009, 2013–2017, 2500 2013–2017, 3500 2013–2017 +7 more
- 14V161000Apr 1, 2014Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles manufactured January 24, 2014, through February 5, 2014. In the…Covers: Ram 1500 2014
Related service bulletins
- 11030138Mar 9, 2026The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845RE, 8HP45, 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75-PHEV…
- 11010205Oct 30, 2024Plate - Planetary
- 10231735Jan 23, 2023Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- 10229857Apr 8, 2022Transmission Shift Enhancements - Adaptation Drive Learn Procedure
- 10228020Apr 2, 2022Customer Satisfaction Notification V51 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module
- 10229031Mar 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…
- 10194007Apr 17, 2021No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message
- 10221150Apr 16, 2021Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders
- 10221097Apr 7, 2021Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during…
- 10187654Dec 17, 2020Cruise Control Inoperative.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10 | 10% |
| 2025 | 49 | 13% |
| 2024 | 15 | 19% |
| 2023 | 29 | 14% |
| 2022 | 106 | 17% |
| 2021 | 99 | 14% |
| 2020 | 63 | 10% |
| 2019 | 207 | 14% |
| 2018 | 60 | 9% |
| 2017 | 98 | 11% |
| 2016 | 202 | 13% |
| 2015 | 226 | 15% |
| 2014 | 192 | 11% |
| 2013 | 86 | 7% |
| 2009 | 9 | 24% |
Other parts of the 2014 Ram 1500
507 complaintsEngine
304 complaintsFuel system
276 complaintsElectrical system
246 complaintsBrakes
183 complaintsOther or unknown
137 complaintsAir bags
125 complaintsSuspension
111 complaintsVehicle speed control
89 complaintsEngine cooling
50 complaintsBody and structure
42 complaintsExterior lighting
39 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Ram 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 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