WE HAVE CHANGED THE BOLTS IN OUR ENGINE MULTIPLE TIMES. WE DID IT WHILE IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY MANY TIMES AND EVEN ASK THE DEALER ABOUT A RECALL. OTHER TRUCKS THIS MAKE AND MODEL HAS HAD THE SAME ISSUE. NOW DUE TO THE BOLTS BREAKING AGAIN WE ARE HAVING TO DO MORE WORK. THIS HAS BEEN AN ISSUE SINCE WE HAVE HAD THE VEHICLE. WE LOVE OUR TRUCK BUT THINK THIS IS A DEFECT IN THE MOTOR BUILD UP. WE …
2014 ram 1500 engine problems
severe 224 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
224
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
DECEMBER 16, 2014 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I TOOK IT TO DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WAS O2 SENSOR. THEY RESET IT AND TOLD ME TO BLOW 3.0 DIESEL ENGINE OUT. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME BACK ON AS WELL AS A MESSAGE THAT DEF FLUID WAS WRONG. I CALLED DEALER AND THEY SAID BRING IT BACK IN. DEALER CALLED ME BACK AND SAID I NEEDED NEW CATALYTIC CONVERTER BUT IT WAS ON BACK ORDER AND THEY COULDN'T GIVE M…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2014 ram 1500?
It's a meaningful issue. 224 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $3,100.
At what mileage does the engine 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 $3,100 for engine 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 engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
Some links on this page are affiliate links.