2014 RAM 1500 Suspension Problems
Owners have filed 111 complaints with NHTSA about suspension problems on the 2014 RAM 1500, 6% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 66,000 miles. The words owners use most often: “air suspension” (41% of reports).
- 111suspension complaints
- 66,000median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 70%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Air suspension: mentioned in 45 of 111 complaints (41%)
- Bump stops: mentioned in 10 of 111 complaints (9%)
- Cold weather: mentioned in 10 of 111 complaints (9%)
- Below freezing: mentioned in 9 of 111 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do suspension problems happen?
Based on 72 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 111 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 2 an injury.
RAM 1500 suspension complaints by model year
| Model year | Suspension complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 1500 | 3 | 3% | — |
| 2025 1500 | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2024 1500 | 1 | 1% | 70,000 |
| 2023 1500 | 4 | 2% | 53,000 |
| 2022 1500 | 15 | 2% | 45,000 |
| 2021 1500 | 9 | 1% | 40,126 |
| 2020 1500 | 14 | 2% | 15,000 |
| 2019 1500 | 33 | 2% | 10,200 |
| 2018 1500 | 21 | 3% | 11,500 |
| 2017 1500 | 50 | 6% | 42,000 |
| 2016 1500 | 68 | 4% | 51,500 |
| 2015 1500 | 56 | 4% | 53,000 |
| 2014 1500 | 111 | 6% | 66,000 |
| 2013 1500 | 44 | 3% | 70,500 |
| 2009 1500 | 4 | 11% | 106,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Suspension:rear:shock absorber
Problem: 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 possibly damage other chassis components, the tire or result in reduced braking.
Risk: Damage to the tire or reduced braking increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shocks and replace any affected ones, free of charge. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P37.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
I was driving normal and almost lost control when electric power sterring rack and pinion went out. And after doing some research looks like this is a huge issue with all these trucks. Amd dodge refuses to recall the vehicle. Someone can die from this
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the vehicle was lower to the ground. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the air suspension needed to be replaced. The vehicle…
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, his wife heard an abnormal whining sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact pulled over and discovered fluid leaking from the pinion gasket. Upon discovery of the failure, the contact…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2014 RAM 1500s have suspension problems?
No. NHTSA has 111 owner complaints about suspension for the 2014 RAM 1500 (6% of the 1,773 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2014 RAM 1500 suspension?
Yes: 1 safety recall list suspension. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do suspension problems start?
The median reported mileage is 66,000 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about suspension problems on the 2014 RAM 1500?
The most frequent phrase is “air suspension”, in 45 of 111 complaints, followed by “bump stops” (10).
Other 2014 RAM 1500 problems
- Steering problems (505)
- Engine problems (304)
- Electrical System problems (246)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (213)
- Power Train problems (192)
- Service Brakes problems (145)
- Air Bags problems (125)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (89)
See all 2014 RAM 1500 problems or suspension problems across all 1500 years.