Ram Trucks is one of the best-selling truck brands in the United States, offering a lineup of pickup trucks and commercial vehicles that millions of Americans rely on for work and everyday life. Ram became its own standalone brand under Stellantis (formerly Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) in 2010, separating from Dodge to focus exclusively on trucks and vans. Popular models include the Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and the ProMaster cargo van.
Despite Ram’s reputation for capability and toughness, the brand has been the subject of a significant number of consumer complaints, NHTSA investigations, and lemon law claims. Owners of Ram trucks have reported a wide range of persistent defects that their dealers have been unable to resolve, leaving them without a reliable vehicle and out of pocket for repeated repair visits.
If you have purchased or leased a Ram truck that continues to have mechanical or safety problems that your dealer cannot seem to fix, contact the experienced Ram Lemon Law attorneys at David Gorberg & Associates for a free evaluation of your claim in PA, NJ, and NY.
Is My Ram Truck a Lemon?
Before a Ram vehicle can be considered an official “lemon” under state law, a few key criteria must be met. First, your vehicle must be covered under a manufacturer’s warranty. This applies to both purchased and leased vehicles, and in some circumstances to used vehicles as well. Second, the defect must substantially impair the vehicle’s use, value, or safety. Third, you must have given the manufacturer a reasonable number of attempts to repair the defect before pursuing a lemon law claim.
If your RM truck has been in the shop multiple times for the same problem, or has been out of service for an extended period of time due to repairs, you may have a strong lemon law case. The attorneys at David Gorberg & Associates can help you evaluate whether your situation qualifies under the Pennsylvania Lemon Law, the New Jersey Lemon Law, or the New York Lemon Law.
Common RAM Truck Lemon Law Defects
Ram trucks have been the subject of widespread complaints involving safety and reliability issues across multiple model years. The following are among the most commonly reported defects:
- Transmission problems – Ram 1500 owners have reported shuddering, hard shifting, and hesitation in both the 8-speed and newer eTorque transmissions. These issues are among the most frequently cited complaints in NHTSA filings.
- Engine defects – Problems with the 5.7L HEMI and EcoDiesel engines have been widely reported, including oil consumption issues, engine misfires, and premature engine failure.
- EcoDiesel emissions and reliability issues – Ram 1500 and 2500 EcoDiesel trucks have been involved in emissions investigations and have also experienced high-pressure fuel pump failures, turbocharger issues, and repeated check engine light activations.
- Electrical system failures – Ram owners have reported problems with the Uconnect infotainment system, instrument cluster malfunctions, and failure of the forward collision warning and adaptive cruise control systems.
- Tailgate defects – The Ram Multifunction Tailgate has been the subject of multiple complaints and a recall related to unexpected opening while driving.
- Brake failures – Reports of premature brake wear, brake fade, and soft brake pedal feel have been documented across multiple Ram model years.
- Suspension and steering issues – Ram 2500 and 3500 owners have reported death wobble, excessive vibration, and steering pull that dealers have repeatedly failed to resolve.
- Rust and corrosion – Certain Ram trucks have experienced premature frame and body rust, particularly in northern states where road salt is used during winter months.
Some of the Ram models most commonly associated with lemon law claims include:
- Ram 1500
- Ram 1500 Classic
- Ram 2500
- Ram 3500
- Ram ProMaster
- Ram ProMaster City
If you are among the many RAM owners who have experienced these ongoing defects, you may be entitled to compensation under the PA Lemon Law, the NJ Lemon Law, or the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act. Compensation may include a complete repurchase of your defective vehicle, a replacement vehicle, or a substantial cash settlement.
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RAM Recalls
Stellantis and Ram have issued numerous recalls over the past several years covering a wide range of safety defects. A recall alone does not automatically qualify your vehicle as a lemon, but if your Ram has been in the shop repeatedly for a recalled defect or a related issue that cannot be resolved, you may have a strong claim. Some of the Ram models that have been subject to notable recalls include:
- Ram 1500 (transmission shudder, tailgate, forward collision system)
- Ram 1500 EcoDiesel (emissions, fuel pump, turbocharger)
- Ram 2500 and 3500 (death wobble, suspension, brakes)
- Ram ProMaster (electrical, braking system)
- Ram 1500 Classic (airbag, electrical)
If you are a RAM truck owner who has experienced issues that you believe originate from a recall, or if you simply want to understand your rights under the RAM lemon law buyback program, reach out to David Gorberg & Associates at 1-800-MY-LEMON (1-800-695-3666) or complete a free lemon law case evaluation.
RAM Lemon Law Wins
The attorneys at David Gorberg & Associates have a 99% success rate and have successfully brought lemon law claims against major manufacturers, including Stellantis and RAM. We have helped RAM truck owners throughout all stages of the lemon law process — from initial filing through final settlement. In many cases, our clients have received a total buyback of their defective RAM while paying nothing for legal fees, which are typically paid by the manufacturer.
