2010 Dodge RAM 1500: engine stalls while driving

Filed Nov 18, 2025 · Transmission · WA

During unrelated work, a mechanic discovered the retaining ring for recall N08 (rear axle pinion nut) was not installed and the pinion nut was loose enough to turn by hand. He stated the recall had either been performed incorrectly or not at all, and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The recall shows “completed” in 2013, but the defect is still present. I contacted Stellantis Customer Care, submitted photos, and they confirmed in writing that if the defect still exists, the recall must be performed free of charge regardless of age, mileage, or ownership. I sent the photos of the missing ring, screenshots showing the recall marked completed, and Stellantis’ confirmation to the dealership before having the vehicle towed to verify coverage. The truck was towed to Time Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Portland. My initial contact was [XXX] at that location. However, all recall decisions and communication later came from [XXX] , who works at a different dealership. Over the next month, the dealership repeatedly stalled the recall, saying they were waiting on approval from the district manager and then from the recall department, but no action was ever taken. Despite having Stellantis’ written confirmation and clear photographic evidence of the unresolved defect, the dealership refused to perform the recall. They insisted on treating it as a “warranty” issue and cited reasons such as mileage, age, and not being the original owner—none of which apply to safety recalls. They then stated that teardown and diagnosis “would run $1000,” even though the defect has already been documented by both the mechanic and Stellantis. All communication, including photos, the mechanic’s findings, Stellantis’ confirmation of coverage, and the dealership’s refusal, is available upon request. The truck has now been sitting at the dealership for over a month with an unresolved safety defect. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Oct 24, 2023 · Electrical · CA

Wireless ignition module fails and will stall out the engine. This can happen at speed or stopped. Wireless ignition module will intermittently fail and cause a loss of power at speed causing no power steering or power brakes

Filed Jan 19, 2021 · Engine · 7,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled without warning. The contact had to put the vehicle in neutral to attempt to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle would start intermittently, as well as make an abnormal cracking sound while doing so. The contact took the vehicle federico chrysler dodge jeep ram (1875 e edwardsville rd, wood river, il 62095, (618) 254-1000) however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 7,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Jun 8, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 122,000 miles · SD

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after several attempts with several unknown warning lights illuminated. Additionally, on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to columbus chrysler dodge jeep ram (2806 23rd st, columbus, ne 68601) where the vehicle was diagnosed with a defective engine switch. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 122,000. *bf

Filed Sep 13, 2018 · Electrical, Engine · 60,000 miles · TX

While driving the vehicle on a 50 MPH frontage road and decelerating to turn on a side street, the truck stalled suddenly at the apex of the turn, gave a warning sound and a message flashed on the dashboard screen stating "low oil pressure". No other lights came on and no check engine light or code was stored in the computer. When the engine stalled I lost power brakes, power steering and (obviously) engine power. The engine restarted easily when the vehicle was placed in neutral. This has happened several times, some at the same location or locations with similar speed/deceleration/turning conditions. The dealership is unable to recreate the stall and thus unable to fix the problem. I have contacted them 2 times and took the vehicle to them once. They only offered a series of preventive maintenances like cleaning the intake manifold.

Filed Jul 16, 2018 · Engine, Transmission · NE

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power several times without warning and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer (twin rivers chrysler-jeep-dodge inc, 529 w court st, beatrice, ne 68310, (402) 228-3311) for diagnostic testing and repairs. The results of the diagnostic were not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact was not aware that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v821000 (power train). The failure mileage was not available.

Filed Oct 27, 2016 · Electrical · 80,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 1500. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and was able to be restarted. In addition, the key independently shifted from the on position to the accessory position. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer multiple times, but the failure could not be diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 80,000. Updated 12/21/16*lj the consumer stated as of 12-7-16 the vehicle continues to stall out with no warning. Updated 12/28/16.

Filed Jun 21, 2016 · Electrical, Transmission · 37,000 miles · CO

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 1500. While driving at various speeds, the gears slipped without warning when in position and when driving over unleveled land. The instrument panel flickered. In addition, the vehicle stalled multiple times and, while coasting, the contact was able to place the vehicle in neutral to be restarted. A dealer diagnosed that the win module needed to be replaced. The dealer had the vehicle for weeks. The manufacturer was not notified. The contact was uncertain if the dealer would to provide a newly designed part or if the same part would be replaced. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 37,000.

Filed Oct 7, 2015 · Airbags, Electrical · 50,000 miles · SC · crash · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owned a 2010 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. As a result, the contact crashed into a tree and the air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 02/26/16*lj the consumer stated the vehicle was inspected and it was found to be a fuse was the cause of the failure.

Filed Sep 8, 2015 · Engine, Steering · 83,600 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 dodge ram 1500. While driving at an unknown speed, the steering wheel shook violently. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who inspected the vehicle and discovered that the front tie rod assembly failed, which caused the steering bearing assembly to fail. The steering assembly and the front tie rod assembly were replaced. The contact also stated that the engine stalled numerous times while driving; however, the independent mechanic was unable to locate a failure code for the engine failure. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v529000 (steering). The failure mileage was 83,600.

Filed Aug 5, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 51,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 1500. While driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the check engine indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact also stated that the headlights and tail lights would not work. The vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v038000 (power train), but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal needed to be continuously pressed to move the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle restarted independently; however, the failure recurred several times. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 51,000. Ma 10/5

Filed Apr 7, 2015 · Electrical, Fuel system · 175,000 miles · SC

I was driving home christmas day 2014. Truck just shut off in middle of road and came to a rest. I did manage to restart it and when I did I received all kinds of error lights. Then truck shut down again. Had it towed to garage and mechanic determined it was a bad fuel pump. Now all the warning lights stay on and will not reset. Serv 4wd light. Trac control light. Reverse assistance sensors are inoperative. The fuel cap light. Abs light. Two TPMS lights. Eps system light. Cruise control does not work.... And truck constantly shuts off while driving. I have replaced ABS sensor and fuel cap but to no avail. Please help.