complete engine failure driving on hiway in 65mpr traffic.. it was a sudden total stop no power no control. after 30 sec. or so i pushed restart button stepped on gas, no error code was shown but restarted. we were almost rearended as busy traffic going that speed. this has happened twice before. after taken to a chrysler dealership on DEC.30 ,2024 and a diagnostic run they could find no issue so …
2020 ram 1500 electrical problems
moderate 119 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $850
Complaints
119
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$850
What owners are reporting 3 most recent
While I was driving warning lights came up on the dash. Traction control, parking brake warning, red voltage. When I exited the freeway, and used the brakes to slow down , the truck was accelerating at the same time . I let go of all the pedals, and the acceleration continued with no feet on pedals . When I got to work, I put it in park . Took it out of park, and the truck started accelerating aga…
TOO BAD I CAN ONLY MARK 3 AREAS WHEN THERE ARE MANY MORE. FOLLOWING SAFETY SYSTEMS AND DRIVER AID EITHER DON'T WORK OR WORK SPORADICALLY: FORWARD COLLISION, REAR COLLISION, LANE KEEP, AUTO HIGH BEAMS, REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT, RAIN SENSE WIPERS, NAVIGATION, VOICE COMMAND, PARKING GEAR, FRONT AND REAR CAMERA, MEMORY SEAT EASY ENTRY ( DOESN'T GO BACK TO CORRECT POSITION), HOT SMELL IF USE AWD SETTI…
Common questions
How serious is the electrical problem on the 2020 ram 1500?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 119 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $850 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
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?
No active recalls currently cover electrical 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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