2015 Ram 1500: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed May 5, 2025 · Fuel system · MA

While driving, I suddenly heard a loud metal on metal grinding noise. After getting off the road, other drivers stopped to report that there was a large "shower of sparks" coming from beneath my vehicle. Upon further inspection, I found that the forward fuel tank strap frame mount had completely corroded through. This resulted in the tank strap dislodging, and the front end of the fuel tank falling to just a few inches from the road. Meanwhile, the tank pushed the metal fuel strap against the vehicle's main drive shift, grinding away at the drive shaft like a metal lathe and creating the large shower of sparks directly next to the fuel tank. This was a known defect in the 2008 to 2012 models of this same truck that was the subject of recall. However, for my 2015 truck it is merely a "service bulletin" for the identical defect.

Filed Mar 2, 2024 · Fuel system · AL

The dealership and Ram are refusing to fix my fuel pump because it’s older than 2020. They are saying they’re doing it by newer to older vehicles. I’ve been tryin to get my truck fixed as the pump is making squeals and tapping. I’m afraid of the damage it’s causing my engine and don’t understand why they can’t fix it when they have the parts.

Filed Jun 20, 2022 · Fuel system · NY

Driving on interstate 65 mph there was a sudden loud grinding sound from under my truck. I pulled over and found my gas tank hanging . I was able to slowly get to and area where i could safely see what happened after looking at gas tank i found that the front gas strap rusted threw the frame and the full gas tank fell down and was hitting the drive shaft. I was able to jack up the tank and put a strap around it and drive home 183 miles . I was lucky it did not hit the road as the tank was full of gas.

Filed Aug 25, 2020 · Engine, Transmission · 30,000 miles · PA

Purchased new: 08/03/2015 first engine failed 4/27/18 (was replaced under warranty) traveling 65mph on I-495 beltway and in the span of 10 seconds, all dash lights came on, the engine made a terrible grinding noise, and it completely died on the shoulder. Emissions settlement: 05/2019 (100k warranty info from date of emissions software update). Drastic loss in mpg (5mpg), power, and turbo lag after emission software update. Second engine failed: 8/03/2020. Traveling 65mph on I-83. No lights, only a engine knocking sound. Rerouted to dealer 1 mile away, and it completely died 1/2 mile later. Major recalls over the short life of this truck, and now fca is potentially unwilling to cover the cost of the 3rd engine, even though it only has ~30k miles on it. Dealership told me in writing the blown engine was covered under warranty and that the new engine was on order. Then they told me the following day that it was not covered or ordered. The part warranty is 2 years (for a diesel engine), which I missed by 2 months. I've only been driving 1 week out of the month during covid, so this recent problem would have happened inside the 2-year part warranty if covid had not happened. Now I'm spending my own time and money to pay the diagnostic and towing fees for a 2nd ram dealership to do a full engine teardown. I also don't have another vehicle, so I have had to take personal days at work when I can't borrow vehicles from family. I provided fca a link to a folder containing every service record, purchase data and previous conversations with various dealers when the 1st engine blew as well as the emissions settlement. Fca case managers have been friendly and polite, but no one seems to think there is anything that can be done to fix this problem.

Filed Dec 23, 2019 · Acceleration, Engine · 20,000 miles · FL

Issue #1 truck is dangerous to operate since emission control update. Will not accelerate from a stop for several seconds then spins wheels. Unsafe on wet roads and slopes due to unexpected throttle response. Unsafe when pulling into traffic or crossing intersection. Unable to tow due to loss of power. Fuel mileage adversely affected. Now gets 13-17 mpg. Tailpipe emissions now smell like diesel and tailpipe has turned black since update. Cannot leave engine running in the garage due to overwhelming odor of diesel. Persistent odor of antifreeze. Issue #2 I have not received the class action settlement from fca. The mandated updates have been performed. I am looking for legal counsel to help me get out of this vehicle before someone I care about is injured or killed due to the loss of performance and erratic throttle control. Issue #3 loss of power when crossing intersection from a rolling start. Engine fault light came on and vehicle would not accelerate leaving me stranded in the road with four lanes of oncoming high speed traffic. Issue #4 tailgate opened with a load of lumber in the bed causing loss of load. The tailgate had to be replaced at my own expense. Thankful that no one was injured due to the loss of load or during the cleanup. Issue #5 fuel pump noise. The fuel pump makes a constant noise that sounds like the bearings are failing or something similar. Waiting to be stranded again. Issue #6 loss of vehicle power. Would not accelerate to road speed. 20 MPH max when exhaust filter became clogged up and would not regenerate. Issue #7 4x4 transfer case makes grinding noise and has excessive play. When rolling along in stop and go traffic this is very uncomfortable due to the rocking back and forth upon acceleration / deceleration. Issue #8 air conditioning does not cool as when new. And more -out of space.

Filed Aug 9, 2019 · Acceleration · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 1500. When the engine was cold, the accelerator pedal would not respond. The contact had to apply excessive pressure to the accelerator pedal to increase the speed. The contact stated that the vehicle would jolt and the tires squealed. The vehicle was taken to dishman dodge ram chrysler jeep (7700 e sprague ave, spokane valley, wa 99212), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact called the manufacturer and was advised to call the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Apr 1, 2019 · Steering · 71,000 miles · IN

Steering wheel is stiff and has flat spots in it. People at dealer ship said check power steering reservoir, and my truck is all electrical. The stiffness comes and goes. And the steering wheel has a squeaking sound every time I turn. It does it ever time I drive and when I am stationary as well.

Filed Sep 18, 2017 · Acceleration · 35,000 miles · NC

I have had multiple issues with my 2015 ram 1500 ecodiesel gas pedal getting stuck. First time was on 7/07/17. I wanted to make a left turn on a stop sign. As I touched the pedal with my foot, it sunk to the bottom and the truck started accelerating like crazy, the tires squeaked and the truck tilted to the left. The rmp went up to 3 and the lightning bolt message lit up. I thought we would flip or crash into something but luckily I managed to get the truck under control and ended up on the side of the road. Put the truck in park as the pedal stayed in the sinking position. Had my four children with me in the truck, they all started crying hysterically and kept asking, "mom what is going on with our truck?" about 3 min. Later it was released. Brought the truck to the dealership and got the accelerator sensor replaced. The same problem repeated on 7/16/17. This time on a highway while driving at about 60mph. Brought back to the same dealership, was told that they could not duplicate the problem. Was asked to take a picture or video if the problem occurs again. Are they serious? How can you do that when you are trying to get your vehicle under control and are scared for your life? Same issue on 8/15/17 as we came out of a driveway unto a windy road at about 15mph. The vehicle accelerated like crazy almost causing us to hit the guardrail on the side. Good thing there was no oncoming traffic and we managed to stop the truck on the side of the road. The truck is back at the dealership. They want me to come and pick it up but I am scared for my life to drive in it. They suggested that I come and drive it with a tech. Hoping it would duplicate. There is nothing specific that causes it to happen. It just happens out of nowhere, no specific speed, place or time. I just want a safe car for my family. I have 4 children that drive with me every day, can't risk their lives.

Filed May 8, 2016 · Brakes · 22,000 miles · TX

Truck is 1 year old with 26,000 miles. Rotors need machining or replacing. Was told that daily commuting in rush hour traffic has caused the rotors to overheat and become pitted causing the brakes to now squeak when applied at low speeds. No towing involved. Truck is used as a daily commuter. Mostly highway travelling, but rush hour is stop and go for a good 10 miles each way. 3 different service departments have informed me this is pretty common due to the nickel component in the rotors. They are recommending replacing them or machining them at a cost of $250 plus new pads even though they do not need replacing. Rotors were only warranted for 1 year or 12,000 miles.

Filed Mar 25, 2016 · Suspension · 9,933 miles · PR

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 1500. While driving approximately 15 MPH, the contact heard a grinding noise emerging from the rear of the vehicle. The contact had to pull over to the side of the road. The contact also stated that the vehicle had just been picked up from the dealer after being repaired according to the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v661000 (suspension). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was invalid. The approximate failure mileage was 9,933.