2014 Ram 3500 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 25about this part
- Share
- 12%of 202 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 25 complaints about the electrical system of the 2014 Ram 3500, 12% of the 202 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 3 a fire, 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.
“My husband was stopped at a signal light and the truck lurched forward hitting the car in front. Insurance company had an expert check the truck and we were advised by him not to operate the vehicle. Chrysler had their expert examine it on 8/4/2015. I was informed on that date that he and the dealership were out of the loop and I had to speak with chrysler. They will not return any of my hone calls.”
NHTSA complaint #10747188, filed 2015-08, 45,000 miles“As I picked up my new 2014 dodge Ram 3500 6.4 , I noticed a rattle coming from in or under the dash board . I also noticed my cruise control would not work and traction light stayed on . The rattle only occurs when I am stepping on the gas and going over rough roads , I let off the gas and the rattle stops . I took it to my dealer ( dick poe dodge , el paso , tx. ) and they found nothing with the rattle , they fixed the other issues . …”
NHTSA complaint #10653567, filed 2014-11, 250 miles“Takata recall after we replaced the fuel pump the truck still didn't perform like it should have for a 2 year old dually with less than 100,000 miles on it. Around 1 year ago, we were driving and suddenly were able to smell an extremely foul smell coming from under the dashboard, upon further examination we discovered that the anti freeze was leaking from somewhere and entering the passenger floor board. After this occurred it seemed as if the truck itself just started to fall apart. Both batteries have had to be replaced countless times as well. …”
NHTSA complaint #11191690, filed 2019-03, 97,000 miles“Safety recall r36 / NHTSA 15v-459. My truck has had the recall done and still has the exact same issues the recall was supposed to correct. I am not confident the dealer actually did the work properly or at all. My steering wheel mounted controls work intermittently and the horn rarely works but when it does it usually comes on and stays blowing until they ignition is turned off. This is a major safety concern involving the cruise control, horn, and airbag system. The only answer I get from my dealer is the recall has been done, you'll need to pay for the work . …”
NHTSA complaint #11278654, filed 2019-11, 100,000 miles“I locked in cruise control at 45mph, engine went totally wide open, I wanted to let it go to see how fast it would get to but a car was pulling out of woodland way.less than 5 seconds I was at 85mph. I had to brake hard to bring it back down before the intersection. Now the total steering wheel is dead.no horn or other controls. Quality shop say's 500.00 to repair. Also earlier total shut down.wrecker haul to quality 150.00. Quality said batteries low voltage at only appox. 38000 miles. 380.00 for two mopar batteries. I'm still using both batteries at our equiptment rental business. …”
NHTSA complaint #11217978, filed 2019-06, 37,000 milesRelated recalls
- 18V332000May 17, 2018Chrysler (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…Covers: Ram 3500 2014–2018, 1500 2014–2019, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014–2018 +12 more
- 15V461000Jul 23, 2015Chrysler (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…Covers: Ram 3500 2013–2015, 1500 2013–2015, 2500 2013–2015 +10 more
- 13V486000Oct 17, 2013Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured July 1, 2013, through August 22, 2013…Covers: Ram 3500 2014, 1500 2014, 2500 2014
Related service bulletins
- 11037599Sep 21, 2026AIR CLEANER - NONE Instruction to Dealers while ordering the PN# 68137142AD. 1. If the Air Cleaner Assembly is functional and only the MAF Sensor has failed, the dealer should…
- 11033975Jun 12, 2026Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- 11033308May 29, 2026Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- 11030026Mar 3, 2026SPEAKER - NONE
- 11030025Mar 3, 2026SPEAKER - NONE
- 11026651Dec 10, 2025Verify "Z" part number availability. Order a "Z" part number for all Exchange Orders: Warranty, Mopar, Customer pay and Service contract. Order"68" part number for New unsold…
- 11025513Nov 7, 2025Front Axle Disconnect (FAD) Electrical Connector Design Change On Replacement Axle Assemblies.
- 11021585Jul 28, 2025LAMP - DOME
- 11019776Jun 12, 2025LAMP - DOME
- 11017451May 1, 2025LAMP - DOME
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 18 | 64% |
| 2025 | 28 | 65% |
| 2024 | 12 | 27% |
| 2023 | 3 | 18% |
| 2022 | 23 | 12% |
| 2021 | 17 | 27% |
| 2020 | 9 | 8% |
| 2019 | 21 | 15% |
| 2018 | 137 | 17% |
| 2017 | 33 | 10% |
| 2016 | 10 | 7% |
| 2015 | 19 | 14% |
| 2014 | 25 | 12% |
| 2013 | 17 | 15% |
| 2007 | 3 | 50% |
Other parts of the 2014 Ram 3500
41 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
39 complaintsSuspension
34 complaintsEngine
29 complaintsFuel system
22 complaintsWheels
20 complaintsOther or unknown
18 complaintsBrakes
15 complaintsVehicle speed control
15 complaintsAir bags
10 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Ram 3500
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.
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