Major oil leak started at just under 100k miles on the truck. Took it to the dealership after searching online for known issues, witch I found one on chrysler 3.6 motors year model 2014 witch was oilcooler/housing cracking. This is the engine my truck has as well. After the dealership checked the truck over this was the exact issue with the truck. The oil leak is located on top of the engine between the intake manifold and engine block and runs down back of engine to bottom of truck. With the amount of issues I have been able to find in a matter of minutes of searching and after being told that that part had been redesigned by the dealership I think this issue should be looked into.
2014 Ram 1500 engine complaints
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On 11/22/17 at around 5pm driving east bound on I-76 in pennsylvania our 2014 ram 1500 ecodiesel engine caught on fire. As I tried to stop I realized I had no brakes. We slowed to a stop as we started up a hill, I put it in park and we all got out just in time. A certified chrysler mechanic had just 2 days earlier finished installing a new engine. Both the dealership & chrysler have denied all ownership and no root cause evaluation has been completed. I believe a fuel line failed due to faulty workmanship, but without a third party independent investigation I guess we will never know and some other customer may experience the same thing.
While driving on highway check engine light came on. Smelled burning, another car pulled along side and yelled "you are on fire" after stopping the truck I was able to extinguish the flames under the engine by applying dry powder fire extingisher into the open hood. Later investigation by a chrylser hired investigator indicated the starter cable short circuited to a sharp bracket attached to the frame causing the electrical harness to catch fire. In my opinion chrylser is dragging their feet in authorizing a warranty repair
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ram 1500. The contact stated that the engine entered into braking mode and caused the vehicle to rapidly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (lithia chrysler dodge ram fiat of spokane, 10701 north newport highway spokane, wa 99218, phone (509) 381-7460) several times for the failure, but the diagnostic could not render a failure code. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that the vehicle was performing normally. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 1,000. ..updated 10/18/17*bf the consumer stated the failure occurs while on steep hills and/or in 2nd gear. The vehicle accelerated significantly without command. Updated 10/25/2017
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ram 1500. The contact stated that the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to nw hills chrysler where it was diagnosed that the emission hose above the fuel tank was damaged due to a mouse. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 11,200.
My ram 1500 will h the 5.7 hemingway v8 ha an exaust leak at the exaust manifold apparently due to a broken manifold mounting bolt. It makes a ticking noise when the engine is cold and then subsides when warmed up. I was concerned that carbon monoxide may be taken in by the cabin ventilation system and expose the occupants to this gas. Research on the internet reveals many peopl have had this problem and have been told by ram dealers that a safety recall would be force hcomming.
Exhaust manifold bolts break off in the block and cause exhaust leaks. Happened at 50k miles. Was told by the repair shop it happens often.
On display it came up service electronic throttle control, truck went into limp mode to 38 MPH running 3000 RPM's.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ram 1500. While driving 70 MPH, a digital message was displayed stating "see dealer" and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the catalytic converter needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed by the dealer that there was a manufacturer recall for the catalytic converter, but was denied coverage by the manufacturer. The federal safety agency campaign number was not provided. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 35,400.
Starting at about 30k the check engine light came on and the error code read po456 (small evap leak), dodge dealer (peterson ) stated that the computer was so sensitive that they (the dealer) could not detect such a small leak.. So I was told they changed out some common items that had known issues and it should be fix.. At about 37k same exact issue same exact error code same exact response from the dealer.. But this time I was told they just replaced the whole evap system and to make sure I don't overfill the fuel tank.... Now at 54k same exact issue same error po456 ..but now a much more noticeable heavy 'fuel' smell in the cab ' and I've been very careful not to 'overfill' the fuel tank'.best part dealer is saying sorry out of warranty.. Huh, that's convenient.
My 2014 ram 1500 pentastar 3.6 oil leak has a oil leak from the oil cooler this is also a safety hazard
This vehicle will stall when coming to a complete stop from time to time. There is no pattern when it happens. Very dangerous!!!!!! This is one of two 2014 ram 1500 we have that does this.
This vehicle will stall when coming to a complete stop from time to time. There is no pattern when it happens. We own a second 2014 ram that does the same!!!
Was driving truck in an empty lot after a snow storm with lots of ice. Had traction control off and truck fishtailed around a corner and engine stalled. Lights in interior were on and dash advised to shift into park to start. No knocking or strange noises prior, no check engine light after or before. Rpms were below 3000 when engine stalled. After stall put truck into park and started up right away. Tank was 3/4 full. Only problem I have had with the truck but it is very serious problem that should be addressed.
The engine oil cooler on the pentastar 3.6l v-6 engine cracked causing oil to leak onto other engine parts and the ground. I noticed the oil leaking after driving approximately 4 miles. This could easily start a fire or cause an engine to seize.
Theirs a lot of recalls they don't fix them and I'm scare of driving the truck.
My truck has an exhaust leak that allows raw diesel fumes to be drawn into the vehicle's HVAC system. When the truck is stationary and the engine is idling, diesel exhaust fumes can be easily detected in the cab of the truck. Because this truck is equipped with scr, def, and dpf systems, you should never be able to smell raw diesel exhaust when the engine is running. However, when the truck is stationary, you can smell raw diesel exhaust in the cab and when standing outside the truck. I believe the leak is coming from the exhaust elbow, just down stream from the turbo assembly. This is a known weak point in the exhaust system as many ram ecodiesel owners have experienced the same leak and symptoms.
Engine blew up while I was driving on highway at 65 mi/h. Lost of power. Ecodiesel motor
Diesel exhaust fluid (def wasn't mix with the fuel to make the truck run properly. Truck won't stay start. When truck start only go 30mph. Has been in shop 10 times since I purchased it in may 2015. It is in the shop with no eta on the part so I am in a renter since 6sept2016. The dealership only cover 5 days of renter. So I am responsible for the remain of renter until truck repaired and still making my truck payment of $613.00. One time I was on the highway and it just stop wouldn't start at all had to be tow to the shop. The rest of the stop and go was on streets.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ram 1500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v517000 (electrical system, engine and engine cooling). The part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to the dealer more than three times and stated that the part was available. When the contact arrived at the dealer for the repair, she was informed that the part was not available for the vehicle to be repaired. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The manufacturer could not provide an estimated date for when the contact's vehicle would receive the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Engine light came on along with the service electronic throttle control indicator. Truck would not shift out of 1st gear; 3000 rpms, will not go over 25/30 MPH. This was on vehicle start; can't drive it. It is in my garage. May need to be towed to service
Catastrophic exhaust gas record valve (egr) and egr cooler failures which resulted in plastic intake manifold failure. Egr cooler severely plugged with soot/carbon well below mileage period of federal emissions warranty. No specified service requirements for this egr system. Damage resulted in substantial loss of power, unable to maintain minimum speed on interstate 85 when intake manifold failure occurred. Visible black smoke/soot was being emitted from exhaust under acceleration during this failure, clearly not in compliance with emissions standards.
At a red light engine ideal went from 800 RPM to 1500 RPM then back to 800 RPM.after green light started to drive then the electronic throttle light came on. Uncontrolled acceleration of the truck happen could not shut the engine off or get the transmission out of drive had to brake very hard and apply parking brake to stop the truck. Had the warning light for electric throttle on the panel finally the light went out and the throttle respond normally. Headed home when the same happen again with same results nearly had a accident from this. Then the light went out with temporary lost of brakes and control of the truck.then the throttle responded normally until I got home and but the truck into park the warning light came on engine RPM accelerated to 2500 RPM until I could turn the engine off.
2014 ram eco diesel, fails to properly accelerate, sometime acting as if it is stuck in high gear. Total lack of throttle response. Problem is random and began after p0401, p1296 & 1297 cel codes were set. Creates substantial risk when crossing intersections.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ram 1500. While driving 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact lifted the hood and noticed that the fuel line leaked fuel onto the engine profusely. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The VIN was invalid. The failure mileage was 21,165.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 dodge ram 1500. While parked at night, the contact stated that the vehicle was unoccupied and a loud unusual noise emitted from underneath the hood. The failure recurred sporadically at any given time. The vehicle was taken to the dealer eight times for diagnosis. The mechanic was unable to locate the failure. On the third visit, the dealer was able to duplicate the failure however, there was no solution and the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 16,000.
Oil filler housing.. My oil filler housing cracked and caused a major oil leak and caused oil to cover everything on my engine took it to the dealer to be servifed and was told it's a common problem but isn't covered under warranty. The amount of oil that leaked everywhere could have cause a major fire.
Received notice on 9/3/2015 about exhaust high frequency decoupler and notice on 10/9/2015 for battery wire harness. The dealer says they don't have parts. I received another notice on 1/20/2016 for same two problems. Dealer says they have no parts. Its been seven months and no word on parts.
On february 23 my ram 1500 eco diesel had a catastrophic bottom end engine failure while driving on the parkway at highway speed, breaking the crankshaft and sending a connecting rod through the engine block spilling engine oil onto the road and onto the tires. When I checked the ram1500.com diesel forum there are many more people that had a similar failure on trucks with less mileage than mine. I'm hoping to find out how many 1500 eco diesels were sold and how many have had a engine failure. Thank you for your time.
The engine, a 5.7-liter v8, shuts down intermittently, usually when coming to a stop on city streets. This has happened approximately 25 to 30 times since the vehicle had just a few hundred miles, to today at approximately 35,000 miles. The dealer has not been able to diagnose or correct the problem. Often I am not aware the engine has shut down, as powered items such as the radio continue to operate normally. I become aware of the issue only when I try to accelerate and there is no response and I then notice a flashing light next to the "d" on the gear selector knob. Although this issue has largely been just an annoyance, since it usually occurs at stop signs and traffic lights, there was one instance when it occurred at high speed on a freeway as I was preparing to exit. The engine shut down as I was driving in the far-right lane, causing a sudden loss of speed in front of a big rig, which had no warning because it was not a deliberate action and my brake lights hadn't been activated. I was close enough to the off-ramp to coast off the freeway, but the big rig came dangerously close to rear-ending my vehicle. It is this incident, more than anything else, that prompted me to file this complaint, since it was not only extremely dangerous, but the problem that LED to it will likely persist because there does not appear to be any identified repair or corrective action I can take.
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