2014 Ram 1500: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Aug 4, 2025 · Body, Fuel system · KY

The fuel tank brackets broke which I was driving. The gas tank was about 4 inches from dragging on the road. Also there was a severe grinding noise associated with this incident.

Filed Jun 19, 2025 · Fuel system · MI

We were driving down the highway and heard a weird grinding type noise. We pulled right over to check what was wrong and noticed the fuel tank strap mount had broken apart at the frame from corrosion. Causing it to rest against the driveshaft and creating a deep groove in the driveshaft its self .

Filed Jul 28, 2024 · Steering · TX

a grinding sound occurs while turning the vehicle. after checking there appears to be a power steering recall for the same power steering motor - just for other years but not for the 2014 model. apparently once the unit fails the vehicle will be steerable but it will be more difficult. if this is a common problem, as it appears to be, a recall would be welcome.

Filed Sep 1, 2022 · Fuel system · NJ

I was driving my truck, on a highway, with 4 kids in it when I heard a horrible grinding noise. I stopped and looked under the truck and found that the fuel tank was hanging by 1 strap. I would imagine that if I drove further or hit a bump, the truck would've exploded. The bracket that holds the strap was completely rusted so the strap let go. I did some research online and found that this is a common problem with these trucks. How can there not be a recall??? Luckily I had some racket straps and I crawled under the truck, on the highway, jacked up the tank and strapped it in. I was horrified. I keep my truck in almost pristine condition and with my research, I found out that there were no drain holes installed on the strap mounts which would cause them to prematurely rust. This must be fixed immediately to prevent fatalities.

Filed Feb 16, 2022 · Suspension · KS

The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a grinding and rubbing sound was present coming from the rear of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Feb 9, 2022 · Fuel system · RI

The front strap that holds the fuel tank broke free from the bracket that secures it. The gas tank dropped down and could have fallen off. After inspection the bracket was found to be rusted to the point that it could no longer hold the "T" end of the gas tank strap. Once one side of the strap broke free the hanging strap was grinding against the drive shaft. That was the only sign that there was a problem. This would certainly be an ignition source. There was a recall for this same problem, but it only included Ram pickups to 2011.

Filed Apr 23, 2020 · Steering · 115,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ram 1500. The contact stated that there was an abnormal grinding sound when the steering was turned to the right. The steering wheel was turned to the center and the sound was no longer evident. The vehicle was towed to vann dodge chrysler jeep ram located at (899 s. Delsea dr, vineland, nj 08360) to be diagnosed which was still pending. The contact was concerned that the failure was due to the rack and pinion. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 115,000.

Filed Jul 22, 2016 · Transmission · 59,000 miles · FL

I am writing with concern I have for a possible vehicle defect with a 2014 ram 1500 4x4. I have contacted chrysler corporate and have received little to no help. I have been basically told that they don't know what the problem is and have technicians working to solve the issue. The problem is a transmission issue that the neither servicing dealer nor corporate can repair. It has been in their repair shop 4 times. My last visit I was told by the service manager that the repair was not made because they did not know what to do and to 'drive it till it became worse or more consistent.' their mechanic and service personnel have heard the noise as well but cannot determine the problem. The noise is a high pitch squeal at a down shift from the 2nd gear to 1st gear. My concern is that I have asked the servicing dealer and the case manager with chrysler corporate about the safety of the vehicle. Regardless of the downshift squeal being from 2nd gear to 1st gear, should there be a catastrophic failure of the transmission at highway speeds what will happen? They will not answer this question. If this is a safety issue, they need to make me the consumer aware and repair as needed. I have asked them to replace the transmission and have been told every reason why they cannot. I feel this is unacceptable and my safety and the safety of my family is at potential risk. I have attached my correspondence with chrysler for your review including the servicing dealer documents and the corporate case manager.

Filed Apr 7, 2016 · Electrical · 2,245 miles · MO

Purchased this truck in december 2014. The mileage is 23,800 as of 4/7/2016 date miles problem 2/7/15 2245 check engine light came on (grill shutter broke) 2/17/15 2756 software update needed on transmission 10/24/15 15992 airbag recall 1/16/16 19975 idler pulley started squealing (replaced) 4/7/16 23,800 check engine light came on oil pressure sensor bad (replaced)

Filed Aug 13, 2015 · Transmission · 9,000 miles · NY

Have a 2014 ram 1500 black express with 8 speed transmission. The truck downshifts very hard when slowing and seems to hesitate before upshifting randomly. The transmission also makes a grinding noise at idle and a metallic clank on acceleration. The dealer told me this was normal. That's funny because it went 9000 miles without doing it. I have contacted chrysler care to no effect and the dealer wont even look at the tranny until it throws codes. I am so mad.

Filed Jan 14, 2015 · Body · 30,025 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 dodge ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, an abnormal squeaking and grinding noise emitted from the vehicle. Additionally, a large hole developed on the floorboard of the vehicle. In addition, the contact mentioned that the bushings had fractured. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 30,025. The VIN was not available.