CarRecallWatchThe 2014 RAM 5500 has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 3 fires, 1 injury.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (3 reports).
2014 RAM 5500 recalls
Wrong lug nut torque spec can break wheel studs
Some RAM 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks and cab chassis were built with incorrect torque information in the Service and Owner's Manuals.
Cruise Control May Not Shut Off, Raising Crash Risk
A short circuit in the wiring can stop the cruise control from disengaging, whether by pressing the brake pedal or switching the system off manually.
Fire Extinguisher May Clog or Fail to Discharge
Some in-vehicle Kidde fire extinguishers, sold with certain Chrysler, Dodge, and RAM vehicles, may become clogged.
Transmission can shift out of Park without brake pedal
A brake interlock pin in the column-shift transmission can stick in the open position after the brake pedal is pressed for a long time while the vehicle is running and in Park.
Leaking Water Pump Can Cause Engine Fire
Certain RAM 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks with 6.7L Cummins diesel engines may have Concentric-brand water pumps that lack a vent hole.
Radio software flaw could let hackers control vehicle systems
The radio in these vehicles contains software vulnerabilities that can allow outside parties to access certain networked vehicle control systems.
Driver airbag may deploy unexpectedly, raising injury risk
On certain 2012-2014 Ram pickup trucks built between January 2011 and October 2014 with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option, the steering wheel wiring harness can rub against the driver airbag module retainer spring.
Tires May Fail at High Speeds, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2014-2015 Ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks with 6.4L Hemi engines were built between August 20, 2013 and January 27, 2015.
Most common 2014 RAM 5500 problems
Problem areas named in the 11 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 3 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Power Train | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
What owners report
The Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator has failed at 17,809 Miles on this vehicle. Mopar has extended the warranty on this item for 10 years/180,000 miles under Warranty extension 09-001-22 Rev A. They have also extended the warranty on the Ram 2500 & 3500 series vehicles with the same engine and same turbocharger actuator to 15 years/150,000 miles under Warranty extension 09-005-22 Rev. A. The failure of this turbo actuator immediately places this vehicle in "limp" mode, causing an abrupt reduction in speed and hindering its ability to get out of traffic. This vehicle being an emergency response Fire Truck poses an additional risk to the community since it is unable to respond to an eme
Took the truck to the ram dealership to get the recall for the rear wheel studs replaced they did the job a few days later the wheel almost came off on the freeway. The mechanic didnât tighten the lug nuts we caught it just in time before something bad happened. That was 12/11/2023. We took it back to the dealership and they supposedly fixed it.exactly a month later and only 1500 miles on the freeway the wheels came off on the same side the studs were replaced. Tires flew off at 65mph and it hit 2 semi trucks luckily no small cars. Or it would have been tragic
The contact's company owned a 2014 Ram 5500. The contact stated while driving at 60-65 MPH, he heard an abnormal loud sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated the rear wheels detached and flew off, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. The stated the vehicle drove off the road, hit a ditch, rolled over three times, and landed on the passenger side. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact sustained bruised ribs, back, and shoulder. The contact was transported to the hospital with the assistance of emergency units. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's company office, where it was total
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 5500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKING SYSTEM AND POWER STEERING SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE WAS EXAMINED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR AND THE TRANSMISSION FLY WHEEL WERE FAULTY. THE ALTERNATOR AND FLY WHEEL WERE REPLACED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE EVENTUALLY RECURRED. NO FURTHER INFORMATION WAS AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 210,000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 5500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH, THE TIE ROD END FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. LITHIA CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM OF KLAMATH FALLS (2675 WASHBURN WAY, KLAMATH FALLS, OR 97603, (541) 205-4486) WAS CONTACTED AND INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PART TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS ON BACK ORDER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 109,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
2014 RAM 5500 questions
Does the 2014 RAM 5500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2014 RAM 5500: Wrong lug nut torque spec can break wheel studs; Cruise Control May Not Shut Off, Raising Crash Risk; Fire Extinguisher May Clog or Fail to Discharge; Transmission can shift out of Park without brake pedal; Leaking Water Pump Can Cause Engine Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 RAM 5500?
Based on 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (3), Electrical System (3), Engine (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2014 RAM 5500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.