repaired · 2023 Q3
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Risk. Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
2014 Ram 5500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 11 owner complaints about the 2014 Ram 5500, most often about the engine. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-824 the manufacturer reports only 44% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through March 25, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 Ram 5500 has problems
11 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
3Engine1 crash/fire/injury
3Steering
3Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
2Power train
2Suspension2 crash/fire/injury
1Wheels
1Engine and engine cooling
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Fuel system, diesel
22 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 1 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 1 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 1 | 0 |
| 2 other systems | 2 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
10 recalls
2014 Ram 5500 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 · 2019 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Equipment
Risk. If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Lever and linkage: column shift
Risk. Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle…
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repaired · 2019 Q4
Engine: diesel
Risk. The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
repaired · 2017 Q1
Electrical: radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Risk. Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a…
repaired · 2016 Q4
Air bags: frontal
Risk. This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Tires
Risk. If the vehicle exceeds the tires' maximum speed rating, the tires may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Engine: diesel
Risk. If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. If the Certification Label has the incorrect Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing 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.
Best & worst years
2014 vs. every other 5500 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 5500 median. How we score
'08'09'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2014 Ram 5500, and the recalls they led to.
- Software security vulnerabilityLed to recall 15V-508
- Post Recall Remedy Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) FailureOpen
In owners' words
What 5500 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
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…
MAY 30, 2017 MY 2014 RAM 5500 DIESEL DUMP TRUCK HAD A FIRE UNDER THE HOOD. THERE WAS EXTENSIVE DAMAGE/MELTING FROM THE FIRE. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE NEW IN APRIL OF 2015 AND IT WAS 'JUST OUT OF WARRANTY" AT JUST OVER 37,000 MILES ON IT. THE SOURCE OF THE DAMAGE WAS DETERMINED TO BE THE DENSO…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 5500. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED ON ITS OWN DUE TO THE DIESEL REGENERATION FILTER AND A WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED, WHICH WARNED OF GOING INTO LIMP MODE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (SOLOMON CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE LOCATED AT 409 NATIONAL PIKE W,…
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