Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Update Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination, and the vehicle may exhibit SYMPTOM: or set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P0300-00 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire - in Active or Stored status set during cold start catalyst heating. ● P0301-00 - Cylinder 1 Misfire - in Active or Stored status set during cold start catalyst heating. ● P0302-00 - Cylinder 2 Misfire - in Active or Stored status set during cold start catalyst heating. ● P0303-00 - Cylinder 3 Misfire - in Active or Stored status set during cold start catalyst heating. ● P0304-00 - Cylinder 4 Misfire - in Active or Stored status se
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2025 RAM 1500 engine problems
moderate Owners of the 2025 RAM 1500 have filed 23 NHTSA complaints about the engine at roughly $3,100 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of October 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See engine across all vehicles →
| Model year | engine complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 1500 | 103 |
| 2024 1500 | 5 |
| 2025 1500 (this page) | 23 |
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering engine on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Update Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination, and the vehicle may exhibit SYMPTOM: or set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P0300-00 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire - in Active or Stored status set during cold start catalyst heating. ● P0301-00 - Cylinder 1 Misfire - in Active or Stored status set during cold start catalyst heating. ● P0302-00 - Cylinder 2 Misfire - in Active or Stored status set during cold start catalyst heating. ● P0303-00 - Cylinder 3 Misfire - in Active or Stored status set during cold start catalyst heating. ● P0304-00 - Cylinder 4 Misfire - in Active or Stored status se
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P2237-00 - O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit/Open Bank 1 Sensor 1. ● P2240-00 - O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit/Open Bank 2 Sensor 1. ● P2251-00 - O2 Sensor Negative Current Control Circuit/Open Bank 1 Sensor 1. ● P2254-00 - O2 Sensor Negative Current Control Circuit/Open Bank 2 Sensor 1. ● P2243-00 - O2 Sensor Reference Voltage Circuit/Open Bank 1 Sensor 1. ● P2247-00 - O2 Sensor Reference Voltage Circuit/Open Bank 2 Sensor 1. ● P015B-00 - O2 Sensor
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P2237-00 - O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit/Open Bank 1 Sensor 1. ● P2240-00 - O2 Sensor Positive Current Control Circuit/Open Bank 2 Sensor 1. ● P2251-00 - O2 Sensor Negative Current Control Circuit/Open Bank 1 Sensor 1. ● P2254-00 - O2 Sensor Negative Current Control Circuit/Open Bank 2 Sensor 1. ● P2243-00 - O2 Sensor Reference Voltage Circuit/Open Bank 1 Sensor 1. ● P2247-00 - O2 Sensor Reference Voltage Circuit/Open Bank 2 Sensor 1. ● P015B-00 - O2 Sensor
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Customer indicates Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) or Check Engine Light (CEL) coming on.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
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Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2025 RAM 1500?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 23 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Based on the 23 complaints filed, engine issues most often appear around 5,512 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
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.