2017 Ram 1500 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 98about this part
- Share
- 11%of 884 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 21,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 98 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2017 Ram 1500, 11% of the 884 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 21,000 miles. 9 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 3 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.
“Vehicle has had 4 complete set of tires, plus 2.... Vehicle starts shaking and wobble while driving at 68-72mph. Ram refuses to look into this. Something I think in drive line or rear causing all these problem. Something is causing tire damage..out of round and radial run out. Shaking and wobble have never stop with all these tires and balances. I have all ro's if wanted”
NHTSA complaint #11066697, filed 2018-02, 2,400 miles“Sometimes the truck won't recognize the key fobs. Truck instrument panel will continue to display key fob has left the vechile and the chime continue to sound even tho I have the key fob in my possession. I can put the vechile in gear and drive but instrument panel will continue to display key fob has left the vechile and the chime won't stop sounding. (I have videos and pictures of this issue) . …”
NHTSA complaint #11111079, filed 2018-07, 11,400 miles“My truck rolled 6 foot backwards in my driveway. The vehicle had been parked at 9 pm the previous evening and at 10:56 the truck began to roll it took almost a minute and rolled approximately 6 feet in reverse. The truck was in park locked and empty. I have a video from my home security cameras showing this. The response I got back from my dealer said that I should be sure to apply the parking brake.”
NHTSA complaint #11071577, filed 2018-02, 2,600 miles“Every time I drive on a long trip and try to pass some one the rear end feels like it is going to fall off and I loos power and the trans makes a lound noise and feels like it is going to break off I paid a lot of money for this truck no codes come up but there is a iuuse please help me.”
NHTSA complaint #11058571, filed 2018-01, 5,000 miles“Uncommon vehicle vibrations felt while idling. While driving, vehicle shakes at all speeds and becomes more pronounced the faster the velocity. After having routine maintenance performed at chapman las vegas vehicle was returned to me. When I took possession and started the vehicle at chapman las vegas it misfired (uncontrollably shaking) and the check engine light turned on. Dealer ended up keeping vehicle another day to inspect misfire/check engine light issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11355173, filed 2020-09, 32,000 milesRelated recalls
- 18V100000Feb 8, 2018Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped…Covers: Ram 1500 2017–2018, 3500 2017–2018, 2500 2017–2018 +2 more
- 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
- 17V198000Mar 23, 2017Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing…Covers: Ram 1500 2016–2017
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.
- 10214560May 6, 2022Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P208B ? Reductant Pump 1 Control Performance, and/or P20E8 ? Reductant Pressure Too Low, Set.
- 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…
- 10220588Feb 18, 2021Emissions Recall W91 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module
- 10188792Feb 18, 2021Emissions Recall W91 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module
- 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 2017 Ram 1500
230 complaintsEngine
156 complaintsFuel system
129 complaintsElectrical system
110 complaintsBrakes
100 complaintsOther or unknown
68 complaintsAir bags
53 complaintsSuspension
50 complaintsVehicle speed control
43 complaintsBody and structure
36 complaintsEngine cooling
32 complaintsForward collision avoidance
18 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Ram 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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