Ram 3500 hesitation problems

Filed Aug 27, 2026 · Engine, Fuel system · 300,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2020 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle suddenly experienced reduced speed and hesitation, and there was a rattling noise coming from the engine as the RPMs increased above 1,500. The vehicle was driven slowly to a local dealer, where the contact was informed that the high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) had likely failed. The exact cause of the failure had not yet been determined, and the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously serviced under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and was experiencing the same failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 300,000.

Filed Jan 5, 2026 · Engine · 2,000 miles · SD

The contact owns a 2022 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the same dealer approximately eight times, and a loaner vehicle was provided; however, after several unknown repairs, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was previously repaired under warranty. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.

Filed Jun 28, 2023 · Transmission · 20,667 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2022 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while hauling a 14,000 lbs. load at approximately 70 MPH, there was a loud explosion underneath the vehicle. The vehicle suddenly came to a halt as if the transmission had failed. The vehicle was hesitating while shifting gear, especially while switching lanes. The contact was able to coast to the side of the roadway and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer informed the contact that the K1 clutch pack had failed. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency ID Number: 21-002-23 (Power Train, Exterior Lighting) however, the dealer had not checked the K2 portion of the repair which implied that the vehicle may not have had a complete repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 20,667.

Filed Jun 9, 2023 · Transmission · TX

Truck fails to properly accelerate when pulling out into traffic. There is a massive delay from pedal push to the truck moving. It is such a common issue there are devices that go between the pedal and computer to solve it. It voids the warranty though. I have almost been hit 4 times due the acceleration hesitation.

Filed Mar 29, 2023 · Fuel system · 30,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2020 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. The dealer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Dec 14, 2022 · Fuel system · 22,000 miles · LA

The contact owns a 2020 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated before accelerating. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 22,000. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Apr 6, 2022 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

While towing 5th wheel vehicle check engine light came on I was out of state in arizona vehicl then started to stall I canceled my trip checking all fluids headed back to California as I was nowhere near a dealership made a appointment at ram dealer when I got there light went out I talked with technician he said would have to leave it for 3 weeks before they could look at vehicle needless to say I took it home then in early Feb about 3 weeks after the first incident the check engine light came on again made appointment which was 3 weeks away just to check it in shop and a week before they even looked at the issue they found a cracked hose on inter cooler dealer stated vehicle ok well again on March 4 2022 vehicle again has check engine light on I took to auto store to check code same as before vehicle regeneration frequency it Regenerates ever 100 miles runs poorly uses excessive fuel hesitates when pedal depressed and long cranking time so now I have to be without a vehicle again

Filed Aug 9, 2021 · Brakes · TX

The abs and tc lights came on and beeped. The message board said service abs. The brake pedal became spongy and unresponsive. I called a dealership and they stated they have changed a bunch of hydraulic brake pumps on the ram pickup especially this year model. I asked is this a safety problem? After hesitation he said yes. My other ram is doing the same thing and I know of another 2018 a friend had changed at 10,000 miles.

Filed Jun 16, 2021 · Acceleration · AZ

The acceleration severely lags from a stop. When I’m stopped and try to go the truck hesitates and it’s very dangerous. This problem has been happening on and off for years. It’s very dangerous and unpredictable.

Filed Nov 5, 2020 · Transmission · 120,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, the service transmission and shift to drive warning message were displayed on the instrument panel. The contact parked and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle hesitated and then stalled. The contact restarted the vehicle and drove to his destination. The contact stated that the following day the failure recurred. The vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to independent mechanic and was informed the gear shifter linkage cable needed to be replaced. Crown chrysler dodge jeep ram greensboro located at 3710 w. Wendover ave, greensboro, nc 27407, (336) 895-1348, was contacted and notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.