SCR SYSTEM HAS FAILED TWICE WITH ONLY 75700 MILES ON. NEEDING FULL REPLACEMENT OF THE SCR SYSTEM. SYMPTOMS INCLUDE CONSTANT EXHAUST REGENERATION AND ENGINE FAULT CODES ON OBD.
2014 ram 3500 powertrain problems
moderate 31 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
31
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO FUNCTION WHEN HAULING A TRAILER, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SWITCH INTO LIMP MODE. THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REPLACED THE SOLENOID PACK AND THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS EXCLUDED FROM ANY POWER TRAIN RECALLS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE DEALER W…
I BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2013 RAM LARAMIE LONGHORN 1 TON 4X4 TRUCK WITH THE AISIN TRANSMISSION IN JULY 2013. THE TRUCK WOULD BUCK/JERK . IT WENT BACK TO THE DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES. EACH TIME I WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS A "SOFTWARE UPDATE," THAT MIGHT FIX THE PROBLEM. AFTER NUMEROUS UPDATES & NO FIX, THE DEALER CONSULTED W/ THE ENGINEERS AT RAM, IN WHICH IT WAS ADVISED FOR THE DEALER TO TRY & REPLACE …
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2014 ram 3500?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 31 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain 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 $2,500 for powertrain 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 powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain 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.
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