Ram 2500 years to avoid and best years
Newer Ram 2500 years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2014 has the most complaints per year, at 53 (341 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2013 at 21 (from 178 complaints), 2021 at 21 (from 108 complaints), and 2018 at 23 (from 2,590 complaints). The Ram 2500 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2014 Ram 2500, 59 of 341 complaints name Steering.
Data as of .
2013
2021
2018
2025–26
Ram 2500 reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Ram 2500. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Too early | 0 | 0 | 7 | — | — |
| 2025 Too early | 0 | 0 | 6 | — | — |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 5 | — | — |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 8 | — | — |
| 2022 → | 0 | 0 | 12 | — | — |
| 2021 → Fewest | 21 | 108 | 8 | Electrical system | — |
| 2020 → | 31 | 162 | 10 | Diesel fuel system | — |
| 2019 → | 27 | 193 | 12 | Fuel and propulsion system | — |
| 2018 → Fewest | 23 | 2,590 | 10 | Service brakes | — |
| 2017 → | 25 | 693 | 12 | Service brakes | — |
| 2016 → | 35 | 258 | 14 | Powertrain | — |
| 2015 → | 25 | 214 | 15 | Steering | — |
| 2014 → Most | 53 | 341 | 16 | Steering | — |
| 2013 → Fewest | 21 | 178 | 16 | Electrical system | — |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- Pickup
- Oil
- FCA MS-6395 5W-40 (Cummins diesel) or 5W-20 (gas per manual) · 12 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 275/70R18, 285/60R20, 285/70R17 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA safety recall 19V347000 covers affected vehicles after the agency found that chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving. If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash. Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.
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- Body styles
- Pickup
- Oil
- FCA MS-6395 5W-40 (Cummins diesel) or 0W-20 (gas per manual) · 12 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 275/70R18, 285/60R20, 285/70R17 (trim dependent)
Known issues for this generation
NHTSA safety recall 23V654000 covers affected vehicles after the agency found that chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ram 1500, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and 2022-2024 Ram 2500 vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility.". A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 97A.
Frequently asked questions
Which Ram 2500 years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2013 at 21 (from 178 complaints), 2021 at 21 (from 108 complaints), and 2018 at 23 (from 2,590 complaints).
Which Ram 2500 year has the most owner complaints?
2014 has the most complaints per year, at 53 (341 complaints). On the 2014 Ram 2500, 59 of 341 complaints name Steering.
How do Ram 2500 owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Ram 2500 years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones.
Which Ram 2500 years are too early to compare?
The Ram 2500 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet.
What engine oil does a Ram 2500 use?
US Ram 2500 manuals specify diesel or gasoline oil grades in the maintenance section for your engine.
What does NHTSA recall 19V-347 cover on the Ram 2500?
NHTSA safety recall 19V347000 covers affected vehicles after the agency found that chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate.
What generation is the 2014 Ram 2500?
HD (fourth gen) (2013-2018).