Is the 2014 Ram 1500 a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B6/10
The Ram 1500 Classic is a solid choice if you prioritize comfort and towing capacity, but be mindful of potential repairs over time.
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Pros
- Smooth ride
- Comfortable interior
- Strong towing capacity
Cons
- Poor fuel economy
- History of transmission issues
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
14 mpg
Maintenance cost
$1,500/yr
Expected lifespan
250,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Exhaust manifold bolt failure
- Transmission problems
- Blend door actuator failure
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (17)
The 2014 Ram 1500 has 17 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Engine And Engine Cooling (campaign 23V411000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles manufactured January 24, 2014, through February 5, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the transmission case may have been improperly …
- Suspension — Rear — Shock Absorber — Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee and Ram 1500 and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles. Due to an insufficient weld, the rear shocks may detach from the vehicle at one end and possi…
- Fuel System, Diesel — Delivery — Fuel Pump — Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into t…
- Engine And Engine Cooling — Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine t…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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