The Lemon Index2024 Ram 1500.
The 2024 Ram 1500 is so far better than average by owner complaints: 180 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 52, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about electrical, it has 9 recalls, and it gets 12 to 23 mpg combined. The best Ram 1500 year is 2000.
Early read
Covers the whole Ram pickup line (1500, 2500 and 3500): Ram reports their sales together.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 180 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Ram 1500 year. 2024 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 0K to 38K miles on the car (27 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 9
- seat belts 2026
The second-row center and left-side seat belt buckle anchors may have been improperly installed.
- back over prevention 2026
Contamination in the central vision processing module or improper programming may cause the rearview camera image not to display.
- transmission & drivetrain 2026
A software error in the powertrain control module may improperly allow the vehicle speed to exceed the tire speed rating, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Show all 9 recalls
- airbags 2025
The driver's side air bag may not be connected properly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.
- steering 2024
The turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly.
- brakes 2024
Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system.
- airbags 2024
The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash.
- steering 2023
The steering column control module may cause the high beams to activate when the turn signal is used or activate the turn signal when the high beams are used.
- back over prevention 2023
The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Ram told dealers about
Ram sent dealers 534 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Suspected engine coolant leak
- ERG Hydraulic Tensioner Before replacing any FEAD components, please check FEAD belt layout as…
- Short Runner Valve Acutator 1
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Fuel cost and engines
About $2800–6650 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl.
In owners' words
The auto shutoff is working intermittently. Also, the vehicle sometimes shutsdown and wonât restart without putting it in park, then pressing the ignition. Also, the touchscreen works intermittently
2024 Ram 1500 owner · NHTSA complaint 11703271
More owner reports
My vehicle shut down as I was in drive. Engine was shut off and it engaged the emergency parking brake.
NHTSA complaint 11703540
While driving down the highway, the vehicle completely lost power and the driver was forced to wrestle the truck to the side of the road in traffic.
NHTSA complaint 11738779
Quick answers
Is the 2024 Ram 1500 reliable?
It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 1.9× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2024 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 52; 100 is average). The best Ram 1500 year by this measure since 2010 is 2023.
What are the most common 2024 Ram 1500 problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are electrical (29%), engine (21%) and brakes (20%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2024 Ram 1500 have?
9 safety recalls (latest: seat belts). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Ram 1500 get?
12 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
At what mileage do 2024 Ram 1500 problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 800 and 38,000 miles. The middle report was at 10,000 miles, from 27 complaints.
Does the 2024 Ram 1500 have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 16% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2024 Ram 1500 cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $6650 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2024 Ram 1500 have?
3.6L 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl.
What Ram 1500 year is better than the 2024?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2018, 2017 and 2013.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works