Is the 2025 Ram 1500 reliable?

The 2025 Ram 1500 has 513 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.5x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: above-average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2025 Ram 1500?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (136 complaints, avg repair $500); DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS (90 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (59 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2025 Ram 1500?

Yes, there are 6 recall(s): WHEELS:HUB, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS, TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Contact any Ram dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2025 Ram 1500?

The 2025 Ram 1500 gets 22 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $2182. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2025 Ram 1500?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2025 Ram 1500 is approximately $2,204/year (truck-fullsize class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2025 Ram 1500

Q: Is the 2025 Ram 1500 often stolen?

The Ram 1500 was the #15 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025 with approximately 6,900 thefts (NICB Hot Wheels data). Theft risk tier: above-avg.

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2025 Ram 1500 has 513 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.5x the segment average of 1093. The most common issue is electrical problems (27% of all complaints), specifically: front and back sensors are not working on brand new 2025 ram 1500 bighorn. dealership unable to fix it because it’s too new and parts are not available. There are 6 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 5 fire reports filed.

5 fire reports 6 crash reports

513

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.5x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

ELECTRICAL

136 complaints

27%

• Front and back sensors are not working on brand new 2025 Ram 1500 bighorn. Dealership unable to fix it because it’s too new and parts are not available
• Day 5 my check engine light came on. Code was showing multiple misfires in multiple cylinders. I cleared the code. Following week same thing happened again. By the weekend my battery was dead, when I got jumped, my dash said there was a problem with blind spot detection and the arrows on both side
• On [XXX] I turned on a [XXX] in Amelia Co Va when I pressed the gas to get up to speed, all of the sudden the headlights, dashboard lights, interior lights go dark. Warning lights on the dashboard were flashing. I put on my hazards and pulled safely into a convenience store parking lot and shut my t

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 3 fire reports💥 1 crashes

“Front and back sensors are not working on brand new 2025 Ram 1500 bighorn. Dealership unable to fix it because it’s too new and parts are not available”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2025 Ram 1500

Based on 54 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 5K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 0-30K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ELECTRICAL

In line with typicalmedian 5K mi · 21 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

ENGINE

In line with typicalmedian 4K mi · 8 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

TRANSMISSION

In line with typicalmedian 4K mi · 6 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

LIGHTING

In line with typicalmedian 13K mi · 5 reports

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred. This vehicle is under 5 years old, so most of the fleet hasn't accumulated high mileage yet — low-mileage peaks reflect fleet age, not necessarily premature failure.

Recalls (6)

WHEELS:HUB24/10/2024

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Ram 1500 vehicles. The front wheel hub encoder rings may be damaged, which can disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Risk: Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the front wheel bearing hub assembly, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 97B.

Above-average theft risk

#15 most stolen in 2025

The Ram 1500 was the #15 most-stolen vehicle in the United States in 2025, with approximately 6,900 thefts reported to law enforcement.

Notes: Full-size truck; catalytic converters

Source: NICB Hot Wheels 2025 report + HLDI theft loss studies. Model-year ranking; not all years of this model have identical risk.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2025 Ram 1500

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$2,182

Per month

$182

Per mile

18.2¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,667/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,920/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2025 Ram 1500

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$2,204

Full coverage / month

$184

Liability only / year

$648

vs US avg

+32%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (truck-fullsize)1.08x

× theft risk1.06x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age1.15x

= Full coverage estimate$2204

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Recommended Ram 1500 Service Intervals

Oil change

8K mi / 12 mo

Tire rotation

8K mi

Brake fluid

36 months

Transmission fluid

60K mi

Engine coolant

100K mi

Spark plugs

100K mi

Cabin air filter

24K mi

Engine air filter

30K mi

Differential (AWD/4WD)

30K mi

5.7L HEMI: 8,000 mile oil intervals; EcoDiesel: shorter intervals for DEF and fuel filter. Towing usage requires severe service intervals.

"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.

Ram New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

3 yr / 36K mi

Powertrain

5 yr / 60K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

5 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

5 yr / 60K mi

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

LIGHTING(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 513 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: Front and back sensors are not working on brand new 2025 Ram 1500 bighorn. Dealership unable to fix it because it’s too new and parts are not available
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: Front and back sensors are not working on brand new 2025 Ram 1500 bighorn. Dealership unable to fix it because it’s too new and parts are not available
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: Day 5 my check engine light came on. Code was showing multiple misfires in multiple cylinders. I cleared the code. Following week same thing happened again. By the weekend my battery was dead, when I got jumped, my dash said there was a problem with blind spot detection and the arrows on both side
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: August 6, 2024 42 miles CHECK ENG light comes on August 11, 2024 299 miles CHECK ENG light comes on during start Truck shakes violently, RPM rapidly cycles from 400 – 800 RPM, all console lights flashing ON/OFF during start. Tried to back out of space, no response, then without further push on acce
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 6 recalls have been completed — free at any Ram dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)