2014 Ram 1500: loss of power steering

Filed Nov 8, 2026 · Steering · LA

I was making a short drive to go get a pizza. The electric power steering went out with an error message intermittently right as I was nearing the pizza place. Thankfully, no one was around and there wasn't a wreck, but it was difficult to steer into the parking lot. I had not experienced any issues like this prior. Once I picked up the pizza, I started the truck back up and received the same power steering error. After checking simple things like fuses, I restarted the truck, the message wasn't there, and I was able to get home. The next day, I tried the truck again and never got it to start without a power steering error and the power steering never worked again. I had the truck towed to the dealer that sold it to me, and they had to replace the rack and pinion at my expense. They have likely scraped the part. I told a friend about this and they mentioned how there was a recall on RAMs for this issue. I looked it up and found that the recall was only for 2015-2016 RAMs, but thought I should report the problem all the same. Regardless of year model, my life could have been in danger just as much as people who bought 2015-2016 RAMs.

Filed Oct 29, 2026 · Steering · CA

While driving on Citrus Ave. Power steering failed while turning. Could not straighten out till the Vehical entered oncoming lane. With great effort was able to pull to side of the road. Towed to dealer who refused to contact manufacturer or nitsa for warranty help .

Filed Oct 20, 2026 · Steering · 83,000 miles · WI

The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that when the outside temperature dropped below 50 degrees Fahrenheit, the power steering failed to engage upon starting the vehicle or while driving. The contact stated that the steering wheel became significantly difficult to turn. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was inspected, and the contact was advised that the VIN was not included in any open recalls. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 83,000.

Filed Oct 18, 2026 · Steering · FL

Power steering went out while driving around corner causing it to go off road.

Filed Sep 23, 2026 · Steering · 110,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. While driving approximately 40-50 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering assist, causing the steering wheel to be difficult to turn. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the rack and pinion was replaced. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V021000 (Steering); however, the VIN and model were not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Sep 8, 2026 · Steering · MO

This complaint is to report a power steering failure in my 2014 ram truck which has only 21,345 miles. The failure happened at the start up so there was no safety risk for me, but I understand from reading prior complaints that it can happen during driving. There was no warning or issue prior to the failure. I simply started the truck and the red warning light came on the dash and I had no power steering. I haven’t taken it to a mechanic as they charge $200 just to diagnose the issue and dealer informed me the eps steering rack is on back order. I read this issue has been known since 2023. Is that true? How many complaints are needed to get a recall for this issue? I’m almost reluctant to drive it again if/when it gets fixed.

Filed Aug 8, 2026 · Steering · KS

Loss of power steering. Failed rack and pinion component.

Filed Aug 1, 2026 · Steering · MD

Lost power steering completely.

Filed Jul 30, 2026 · Steering · OK

Backing my truck out of my garage the power steering needs service came on and immediately I had no power steering. The truck was very difficult to steer and had I been driving on the road this would have been a major oroblem. I only have 42000 miles on the truck.

Filed Jul 19, 2026 · Steering · TX

I am submitting a safety complaint regarding my 2014 Ram 1500 Tradesman. While driving, the vehicle suddenly experienced a complete loss of power steering without any warning. At the same time, the power steering warning light began flashing and the dashboard lights started flicker. Because the power steering failed unexpectedly, I was unable to steer the truck normally. We nearly crashed into a store because the vehicle would not turn as needed. This created an immediate and serious safety hazard that could have resulted in severe injuries or fatalities. The simultaneous loss of power steering and electrical issues, including the flickering dashboard lights, suggest a possible failure affecting critical vehicle systems. This defect occurred without warning and made the vehicle unsafe to operate. I am requesting that the federal safety agency investigate this issue, as it presents a significant safety risk and could affect other owners of 2014 Ram 1500 trucks.

Filed Jul 9, 2026 · Steering · 230,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon attempting to drive the vehicle in the morning, the power steering failed, rendering the vehicle undrivable. No warning lights illuminated prior to the failure. The vehicle was towed to a friend's residence, and a friend of the contact, who was an independent mechanic, diagnosed an internal electronic power steering unit fault. No further information was available. The contact stated that the "Service Power Steering" warning message was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 230,000.

Filed Jun 17, 2026 · Brakes, Electrical · FL

With no warning my truck lost all anti-lock braking, traction control, stability control, trailer brakes, and 4x4 capability (computer will not allow 4x4 to engage). This is due to an "abs module" failure. Ram/Dodge has no new units available to repair this faulty part and no ETA on if/when they will be available. There was thankfully no accident with this failure but obviously, it could lead to one. Especially since the part cannot be fixed. Owners are left with scavenging used parts that are still operational. As in my case, my vehicle will have to be "fixed" with an abs module from a wrecked truck! Also, the electronic steering can fail with no warnings. Leading to complete loss of power steering, traction control, and stability control. This failed on my truck as I was driving as well. Thankfully again, no accident with this failure. There is no new factory part to replace this unit either. I had this repaired with a remanufactured unit that failed in one month, then it was replaced again and seems to be fixed for now. These are keystone components to an automobile and it is unacceptable for them to just stop working and have no available parts to the responsible consumer. This leads to owners having a useless worthless vehicle rotting in the driveway or a highly unsafe vehicle on the road to those irresponsible. I want to also shed light to the fact that these issues encompass model years from 2009 to brand new 2026 Ram trucks. There are people with 2025-2026 Ram trucks dealing with this same issue, my vehicles age isn't an iota to molten issues under the surface to Ram owners! No one is asking for a hand out but to merely repair our vehicles.