2014 ram ecodiesel. Had the emissions update done per the fca class action lawsuit requirements. After the update, my truck has an extremely dangerous turbo/throttle lag. This lag can last anywhere from 2-5 seconds. Additionally, the truck was advertised as 29 mpg on the highway. After the update, I am sitting around 17 mpg. I have lodged a complaint with fca and am still waiting to hear back. This is no longer an emissions issue, this is a safety issue and I can guarantee you it will lead to numerous accidents and possibly death. A simple google search will show that this issue is not unique to my ecodiesel. Almost every ram and jeep that had the emissions update is dealing with the same safety risks.
2014 Ram 1500 transmission complaints
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Fca aem recall. Since getting the emissions recall done the truck no longer responds like it did. It is a life safety issue. The update has mad the truck very sluggish to the point it feels like it is going to stall when trying to start from a stop or merging into traffic on the highway. I have also lost 5-6 mpg since the update and will no long let my wife drive it to do lack of power to even get moving.
After getting the aem flash per the settlement with epa my truck is slow to accelerate when starting out. It is a major hazard to drive in traffic. Numerous check engine light occurrences. Also - the settlement stated "no driving differences" - far from it. Throttle lag - mpg down significantly.
I own a 2014 ram 1500 with a 3.0l eco diesel. There was a federal class action lawsuit that was handed down and the outcome was an approved engine modification (aem). The aem was a reflash of the ECM and TCM. After the recall was performed, the performance of my truck dangerously impacted. If I drive my truck before the engine reaches operating temperatures over 150degrees, there is significant acceleration delays. It usually takes me 5-10minutes of driving or more than 20minutes of idling (warming up) to get the engine up to operating temperatures. I can push on the accelerator petal and wait 3-5 seconds before the truck reacts, then I get pushed back into my seat and sometimes spin the drive tires. This is extremely dangerous, especially when I am turning into oncoming traffic, or trying to overtake another vehicle on the highway. Also, prior to the engine reaching operating temperatures, I now experience 'turbo flutter' this is where too much air is forced into the intake manifold and the air is pushed back through the turbo. The truck acts as if the breaks are pulsing. Similar to the above, it happens when I am accelerating, not with the accelerator pushed to the floor, just normal, conservative driving. A few other changes I have found after the aem, I have lost significant fuel economy, greater than 10%, and diesel exhaust fluid (def) consumption is significantly higher. These last 2 items do not directly effect the drivability of my truck but if I had know these things would have happened after the recall, I would not have had the recall performed. Thank you, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
On 06/12/2019, I had the v08 recall (aem modification update) done on my 2014 ram 1500 ecodiesel. This recall was required as part of an emissions related lawsuit. Fca advised that the updated software is not expected to change any of the vehicles attributes to include vehicle performance, driveability, and fuel economy. After having the recall work done, I have noticed a serious concern regarding the acceleration of the vehicle from a stop (especially when the engine is cold or not fully warmed up). When accelerating from a stop, there is a delay in the acceleration which I can best describe as feeling like "severe turbo lag." when trying to cross a busy intersection or trying to merge into traffic, if you try to accelerate quickly, the vehicle does not respond like it did prior to the recall work. After pushing the accelerator harder and getting through the lag in acceleration, the turbo finally kicks in and the vehicle accelerates quickly because you have to basically "floor it." I also noticed when driving up an incline and stopping at a stop sign, while continuing gradually up the incline the vehicle does not respond to light/gradual pressing of the accelerator. Pressing the accelerator harder causes the turbo to kick in and the vehicle to downshift which causes the vehicle to accelerate quickly . On 06/26/2019, the dealership tested it and test drove it for 12 miles and noting that they "did not experience anything abnormal when compared to like vehicles" and "vehicle performing as designed." my wife and I continued to notice the same issues and I contacted fca again. They said they would document it and said that I could take it to the dealer again. I told them that I was not going to waste my time and reiterated that this issue was clearly a result of the update. Fca closed my complaint.
Ram performed recall update v08 to the emissions system on this vehicle to become complaint with federal emissions. After the update there is a 3 second delay in throttle response. This generally occurs while the truck is stopped and is taking a left or right turn. This is a very serious safety issue that has almost resulted in a couple accidents. Recall v08 was not supposed to effect fuel economy, but post recall I lost 6mpg.
After emissions recall vo8 was performed in may, the throttle response is gone. There have been many close calls where the truck won't go when the gas is pressed. It was perfectly normal before recall was done.
I was exiting the vehicle the engine was running and I had put it into park, the vehicle suddenly went into reverse.I stepped out of the truck and was knocked over my legs were under the truck I managed to get them,out from under the truck,the edge of the front wheel caught my right foot pulling the sneaker off and spraining my ankle. The door caught my head and split it open. I had to go to the er for medical attention. I was the only one with injuries as no one else was involved in the accident.the truck continued in reverse and ran into a box van with a lift gate. It caused about $6000 damage to my truck there seems to be numerous incidents of problems with the rotary gear shift on these trucks where the truck has been in park and the truck went into reverse. This should be a safety recall.
When slowing down to a stop the transmission conducts a harsh down shift from 3rd gear to 2nd and or 2nd to 1st gear. I feel that this will cause the transmission eventually wear down. Dodge mechanics say there are not fault codes.
The vehicle suddenly decelerates for a few seconds while driving which causes loss of control of the vehicle. Very unsafe condition. Potential to cause an accident. This issue happened several times. Once approx a month ago at ~94000 miles and then twice on june 8, at approx 97000 miles.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ram 1500. While attempting to park the vehicle, the gear shifter did not engage and the vehicle moved forward. On another occasion, the vehicle did not move when the gear was shifted into drive. The contact stated that the failures began approximately three years ago without warning. The failures had become worse. The vehicle was taken to dominion of bedford (540‑586‑8221, located at 1750 independence blvd, bedford, va 24523) to be diagnosed, but no failure codes were found. The technician stated that there was no technical service bulletin and that the vehicle performed as designed. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and referred the contact back to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.
Takata recall while the vehicle was in park the rotary knob would spin back and forth and wouldn't move out of park. It stated service transmission shifter. I diconnected the battery and reconnected it. Very quickly I moved it into drive and was able to get the truck into drive and in motion . Shortly after at a speed of approximately 70 MPH, in the middle of the highway, the vehicle shifted from drive into neutral on its own causing the vehicle's engine to accelerate and once I was able to safely maneuver it to the side of the road, it came to a complete stop and it was stuck in park. I have taken the truck to the dealership in buford, ga for further evaluation. They have stated it was something to do with a code in the computer.
Went to ram dealer for recall #'s u61, u53, u07. When vehicle was returned am now able to shift from reverse to drive without touching parking brake while vehicle is in motion. Also able to shift from drive to reverse and from drive/reverse to park without touching brake pedal. Reported problem to dealer 2/21/2019. Dealer has procrastinated in fixing issue. Notified ram customer service 3/27/2019 to help get recall problem fixed. Dealer stated would order part. No calls again from dealer. Called ram customer service 04/15/2019 and problem has been elevated, but still no fix to vehicle. Dealer again called with no solution to correct recall created safety issue. Again, vehicle can be shifted from drive to reverse while vehicle is in motion without touching brake pedal.
. My pick-up averaged 24 per gallon between local and expressway driving. Expressway driving only (for example, to niagara falls in 2015) averaged 27 miles per gallon. Following replacement of spark plugs and oil change and 2 factory recalls my pick-up lost power and could barely do 20 miles per gallon. The engine became very loud. The longer I drove it, the less mileage I got -- the engine also began howling/whistling as I tried to increase speed. In order to maintain speed, I had to constantly press my foot to excelerate, even going down inclines. I had to continuously bring my pick-up back to the dealership in st. Charles, illinois because various systems began to fail -- safety breaks, fuel related black box, dashboard panel signals , etc. I expressed concern about the stress on my transmission and engine. Eventually, by process of elimimation, service department revisited the 2 recalls -- one of which was the cruise control recall. When I brought it in again, they found 6 leaks located on the top of the engine. Anything above 50-55 MPH is difficult. I feel that the transmission does not change gears in a timely fashion, and sometimes not at all. The RPM is very high and the engine remains in exceration mode either too long or, at higher speeds, never kicks in
Slipped out of park, truck was on wheel ramps but not fully on flat part of ramp. I was changing the oil on the vehicle. It was on the ramps for around 15 minutes and rolled backwards. The vehicle was still in park and luckily I was not under it at the time. Not my smartest move no blocks behind wheels and no parking brake on. I double checked and vehicle started and was still in park without me touching the rotary dial. This scared me enough to be concerned. Ignition off and keys were in off position in the ignition. The vehicle has approximately 72000 miles and I have owned it for around 50000 of those miles. I am familiar with the rotary dial.
Bought truck as a cpo in may 2015, a month into ownership engine light came on, code p26ab, engine coolant bypass valve. Called the dealership and they were able to get me into a local dealership to check it out. Tech said they did not find anything, it must be an old code they did not erase. Then on 3/4/19 same code returned, p26ab. There has been a recall on 2013 ram for the same problem.
2014 dodge ram 1500. Consumer writes in regards to brake transmission safety recall and reprogram powertrain control module safety recall. *ld
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ram 1500. While attempting to drive the vehicle, the gear shifter failed to move out of park. The instrument panel displayed "shift to parking or desired gears". The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 138,000.
I have been to ram dealers in las vegas several times in the past 16 months to inquire about the shift interlock system recall and they always tell me that the part for replacement is not available at this time and they will call me when they get the part . 2. I haven't been called or mailed a link recall notice for the cruise control system recall. I have also had my truck in the shop for air bag sensors failure messages. Most recently february 2018 and the messages keep repeating. I have been told that they have replaced the seat sensors and wiring harnesses several times the last time they had my truck for 4 days without furnishing a loan or rental car. I'm a 100% disabled veteran and use a wheelchair this is my only vehicle with a wheelchair lift installed to load, unload and transport my wheelchair what are my options?
When slowing to a stop, twice the engine has stalled and twice it sounded like it was about to stall but instead came out of gear. When it came out of gear the shift knob still indicated "d" but the light was flashing and the instrument panel said to shift into park and then back into drive
Last night I parked my truck in my driveway like I been doing since I had the truck which I bought new and last night I parked like I usually do and this morning I was informed that my truck has rolled out out the spot where I left it to the edge of the street while still in park. It could have backed into another vehicle or even worse a kid
I've had the vehicle for two weeks parking it on a flat street. I pulled it in my driveway for the first time (which has a slight slope down toward the sidewalk/city street behind). Set the rotary dial to park and exited. I came back 8 hours later and the vehicle had rolled about 12 feet down across the sidewalk to the edge of the city street. I pulled the vehicle back up the driveway and this time set the parking brake before exiting. I stood for several minutes and observed a creaking sound as the vehicle continued to slowly roll again. After about an hour it had again rolled 1-2 feet down the driveway even with the parking break engaged. I put split firewood behind the back wheels to prevent it from rolling further.
2014 DODGE RAM 1500. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO the federal safety agency SAFETY RECALL 18V‑332. *LD
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ram 1500. While driving approximately 10 MPH, the transmission did not change gears and did not shift in the upward position. The contact also stated that the failure occurred two other times in one month. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was then taken to janssen chrysler/jeep/dodge/ram (3101 s jeffers street, north platte, ne 69101) where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 151,441.
A driver and passenger stopped near an exit gate. The gate is old and takes two people to close and lock. After the driver stopped, the vehicle was place in "park" but left running, and the drvier got out of the vehicle to assist in closing the gate. After closing the gate, they turned around and saw the vehicle moving, it rolled down an approximately 10 foot embankment and rolled about 50 feet hitting a pipe rail fence went over the fence and landed 10 feet down past the pipe rail and stopped on top of large rip-rap. The vehicle was not drivable. This the second time this vehicle has rolled while in 'park' within the past eleven days.
I scheduled an appnt. At 8:30 a.m. To the dealership on northlake blvd. In lake park, fl and they never did any recall repairs to my vehicle nor called and said they would not be able to complete repairs to my vehicle when I picked it up approx. 3:35 p.m. I was given the runaround after making repeated attempts to get the status of my vehicle via telephone at 1:30 p.m. And again at 3:00 p.m. I was transferred to voice mails of people who had already left for the day. Finally, when I arrived for my vehicle and spoke with alberto, he said they close at 4 and he's the person I spoke to around 1:30 who said my vehicle would be ready around 3:00. No one made any attempts to contact me about my truck since 8:30, saturday morning which is terrible customer service.
Cannot put it to work it will not haul a trailer, can't drive because it will turn off in bumpy roads, been marking ' shift to desire gear to drive' we have been fighting with people from the agency ( don davis ) and they say they cannot find problems. Changed shift cragter twice, no luck! I took it with the enginge like turned on and can't seem to find a 'code' the truck starts shaking up before it turns off completely. It's a matter of safety for myself and my family.
Ram comes out of car wash and transmission will not engage into drive immediately. Have to step on brake more than once to engage. Took it the dealership numerous times and they concluded that this was normal.
When exiting the vehicle with the engine running after putting it into park, the vehicle suddenly went into reverse. The door knocked me down as I was caught in the shoulder seat belt and dragged me approximately 15 feet. After being released, the vehicle proceeded to continue in reverse and ran into a storefront. I was the only one with minor injuries as no one else was involved in the accident. I have had problems in the past with the electronic gear shift, specifically when moving it from drive to park. Sometimes it seems to get stuck in reverse even though the indicator light is showing park.
Takata recall vehicle was in park and then after 2 minutes started moving electric shifter slipped out of gear cause someone to be run over in a parking lot of a business.
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