2014 ram 1500 electrical problems

severe 175 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850

Complaints

175

Recalls

Crashes

Avg fix

$850

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 13V486000 17/10/2013

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured July 1, 2013, through August 22, 2013

Inoperative warning lights may not properly warn the driver of vehicle problems, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N59.

What owners are reporting 4 most recent

electrical · filed 12/30/2019

HORN NO LONGER WORKS, BY PUSHING IT OR WITH KEY FOB LOCKING WHEN LOCKING MY TRUCK. I'VE READ THAT THIS HAS HAPPEN ON MULTIPLE RAM 1500S. MY JUST STOP WHEN EXITING MY TRUCK AND I NOTICE I DIDNT GET ANY BEEP WHEN TRYING TO SECURE MY TRUCK. CHECKED EVERY FUSE, RELAY, EVEN TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP I PURCHASED IT FROM. ONLY HAD THE TRUCK FOR 4 WEEKS AND THEY TOLD ME I WOULD HAVE TO PAY $600. THIS IS…

electrical · filed 12/30/2015

THERE IS A 1 TO 2 SECOND LAG WHEN PRESSING THE HORN BUTTON AND WHEN THE HORN ACTUALLY SOUNDS. WITH THE LAG, IT IS NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO SOUND THE HORN IMMEDIATELY WHEN SOMEONE IS ENCROACHING INTO YOUR LANE OR ANY OTHER TIME WHEN THE HORN NEEDS TO BE SOUNDED TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENT. *JS

electrical · filed 12/29/2014

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE RAM 1500. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND. IN ADDITION, THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE …

electrical · filed 12/28/2018

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 1500. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE ENGINE REVVED AND THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED. ALSO, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNCONTROLLABLY AND THEN DECREASED WITH A KNOCKING NOISE PRESENT. FURTHERMORE, WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO REV. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED AT TEXAS DODGE (7800 I-40 FRONTAGE RD, AMARILLO, TX 79106, (806) 353-6343) PER …

Common questions

How serious is the electrical problem on the 2014 ram 1500?

It's a meaningful issue. 175 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $850.

At what mileage does the electrical typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $850 for electrical repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to electrical?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover electrical issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.