repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
NewRisk. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2025 Ram 1500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 380 owner complaints about the 2025 Ram 1500, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-231 the manufacturer reports only 84% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Ram 1500 has problems
380 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
201Electrical system5 crash/fire/injury
80Engine3 crash/fire/injury
61Exterior lighting
53Forward collision avoidance3 crash/fire/injury
52Power train2 crash/fire/injury
44Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
33Lane departure
24Fuel/propulsion system
23Steering
7614 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 201 | 5 |
| Engine | 80 | 3 |
| Exterior lighting | 61 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 53 | 3 |
| Power train | 52 | 2 |
| Service brakes | 44 | 2 |
| Lane departure | 33 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 24 | 1 |
| Steering | 23 | 3 |
| 14 other systems | 76 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2025 Ram 1500 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Rear/other: anchorage
NewRisk. An improperly installed seat belt buckle anchor may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NewRisk. An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
NewRisk. Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NewRisk. An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or gear selection, increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. An incorrect tire pressure message may result in improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. Inoperative headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electronic stability control (ESC)
Risk. Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ram.
Mileage at failure
When do electrical system problems start?
5kmiles, median
Based on the odometer reading in 31 electrical system complaints. 94% were reported before 100,000 miles.
Only 12% of complaints for this model year include a mileage.
27under 30k miles29under 100k miles2100k miles or more
Best & worst years
2025 vs. every other 1500 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 1500 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 1500 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
While driving the truck I was coming to the stoplight and slowing down in the vehicle completely died. All the instrument panel went completely black so I stopped restarted it and went approximately one and a quarter miles and it did it again while I was stopping. Both times the vehicle restarted…
Twice within 3 weeks my truck has shifted to Park when starting to accelerate coming out of a stop, both times while at a stop sign. No indication or warnings.
The contact owns a 2025 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at night with her spouse, the check engine warning light illuminated, the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power, and the engine required approximately 15 minutes to shut off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several…
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