2014 RAM 2500 Steering Problems
Owners have filed 87 complaints with NHTSA about steering problems on the 2014 RAM 2500, 25% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 48,110 miles. The words owners use most often: “drag link” (16% of reports).
- 87steering complaints
- 48,110median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 54%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.
- Drag link: mentioned in 14 of 87 complaints (16%)
- Track bar: mentioned in 8 of 87 complaints (9%)
- Steering perform: mentioned in 7 of 87 complaints (8%)
- Chrysler dodge jeep: mentioned in 5 of 87 complaints (6%)
At what mileage do steering problems happen?
Based on 39 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 87 complaints, 1 mention a crash.
RAM 2500 steering complaints by model year
| Model year | Steering complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 2500 | 3 | 5% | — |
| 2024 2500 | 1 | 2% | 50 |
| 2023 2500 | 5 | 10% | — |
| 2022 2500 | 7 | 4% | 31,000 |
| 2021 2500 | 5 | 5% | — |
| 2020 2500 | 10 | 6% | 2,963 |
| 2019 2500 | 11 | 6% | 4,730 |
| 2018 2500 | 87 | 3% | 22,000 |
| 2017 2500 | 49 | 7% | 40,000 |
| 2016 2500 | 43 | 17% | 34,000 |
| 2015 2500 | 43 | 20% | 40,000 |
| 2014 2500 | 87 | 25% | 48,110 |
| 2013 2500 | 31 | 17% | 34,438 |
| 2009 2500 | 4 | 80% | 161,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
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Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Ram 3500 and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and Ram 2500 vehicles. The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate.
Risk: A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V06.
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Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014 Ram 2500 trucks and 2013-2014 Ram 3500 trucks and cab chassis manufactured October 9, 2012, to July 29, 2014. The affected vehicles may have inadequate welds securing the front track bar frame brackets, which may result in the bracket components separating from the frame.
Risk: If the bracket components separate from the frame, the vehicle may be more difficult to steer and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install a reinforcement bracket over the front track bar bracket. This recall began on February 24, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R46.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2014 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V021000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted; however, the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…
Drag link recall for my 2014 Ram 2500 was performed in 2019 and failed in 2024 causing the steering component to became loose while driving. When I had it "re-fixed" by Folsom Lake Dodge and Chrysler dealership they re-welded it without aligning the steering column so my steering wheel has been off…
On 5/28/2019 Recall V06 was completed on my 2014 Dodge Ram 2500. As part of that repair the adjustment nuts on the steering drag link were welded to prevent loosening and potential separation. On 3/3/2026 I had new front suspension components installed by Les Schwab Tire Center. During that service…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2014 RAM 2500s have steering problems?
No. NHTSA has 87 owner complaints about steering for the 2014 RAM 2500 (25% of the 344 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 2500 steering?
Yes: 2 safety recalls list steering. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do steering problems start?
The median reported mileage is 48,110 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about steering problems on the 2014 RAM 2500?
The most frequent phrase is “drag link”, in 14 of 87 complaints, followed by “track bar” (8).
Other 2014 RAM 2500 problems
- Engine problems (62)
- Power Train problems (62)
See all 2014 RAM 2500 problems or steering problems across all 2500 years.