Contrary to popular belief, each manufacturer has their issues and most are expensive to fix. Overall, based on CR evaluation of data and user ratings Ram is better than Ford in terms of reliability. Ford is below average while Ram is average. Look at a similar video for Ford and GM, and you will get introduced to their “problems.”
Just now entering my sixth year of ownership, and still happy as the day I bought my 19' Laramie. Fully loaded, and out the door for $43k. Ahhh hahaha the good old days of 2018.
@@chrisdrives8204 YUP, several! Rear window leaked, few recalls, brakes squealed all the time, manifold bolts have broken twice. My mirror motors are messed up too. It's still the best truck I've ever driven. Mine is lifted 4" and riding on 35s. I also have Borla exhaust. It's my baby TRX or my hillbilly hotrod.
2011 ram 5.7 hemi 140000 miles. No issues. Just normal maintenance. Rear window leaked i added a second drain hole to metal frame driver side. fixed that problem. Ram still drives and looks new. Keep them maintained and waxed. Last forever.
My 2015 ram and my current 2021 ram would be great if they came with umbrellas. Gen 4 and Gen 5 developed leaks from the rear glass seals. Nothing like spending 50k plus for a truck that’s going to have water leaking into within two to three years. Mold everywhere at no extra cost.
I have a 2013 dodge ram, stay on top of maintenance and you should have many good years with your truck make sure you change the oil every 3,000 miles, I have a 109000 mi on my truck and the only thing that went out is the anti-lock brakes system, they will not replace it because I change my own oil. The warranties for dodge ram suck. I love my truck. Also when you change your spark plugs do not use the dealer spark plugs they suck. Try to buy iridium spark plugs or double platinum
Tick Tick Tick...the Hemi engine is a ticking time bomb if you tend to let it idle frequently...RAM needs to fix the lack of oil lube to the lifters (over a decade old issue). The exhaust manifolds are still breaking the studs off in the block. Owners of a RAM may want to consider upgrading the manifolds before the studs start breaking. For shame on RAM for not using better stock manifolds.
Key to avoiding the tik tik is changing the oil every 3k miles. I run 5w 20 in the winter and 5w 30 in the summer. No tik tik, no type writer engine sounds.
@robertplacek7569 I run penzoil 5w20 too every 3000 miles. 2016 hemi 3.92. She never ticks never miss a beat. I never idle, even when I'm waiting for a train to pass always shut off the truck. She still rips hard!
its a shame you can’t afford to let it idle when even waiting for a train. When it’s 92 and humid that would suck to have to sit with the window down cause you don’t want to take a chance with the engine idling
2020 Ram 1500 5.7 here, delivered in 2019. 12 inch screen replaced 1 year ago after going black. Now front axle disconnect actuator being replaced at 39000 miles. Wouldnt shift into 4wd.
2019 Rebel, 89k miles. I've only had to replace 2 fuel injectors. The screen has gone black a few times over the years but works fine the next time I start it. The backup camera has had moving lines in it but only a handful of times also. I think that's not too bad for its age and mileage.
I'm still driving my 2004 Dodge ram 1500 quad cab. It's got the millennial anti-theft device AKA 5-speed manual transmission and regular maintenance, occasional, minor repairs 90% of which I can do myself, and a new radiator at 130,000 miles and a new rack around the same time and it drives like new. I'm going to drive this thing forever. The only issue I have with the thing is that silly cheap clear coat they put on back then so the horizontal surfaces look like it's got eczema. 😶
Funny how Americans, a nation basically born in cars and driving for generations don't really know how to drive. Your lane discipline on highways is pitiful, drivers in cities are aggressive and selfish and overall no regard for rules and regulations on the road. Plus of course nobody can drive a manual transmission car. Everyone I know from central, eastern EU is in deep shock on how bad it actually is there.
I have a 2017 larime with just over 200k on it. Push start not working anymore, air ride drop on me a few times, rear window leaks. Exhaust manifold bolts broke a few times. Plan to trade it in for a tundra or a f150 in a few years
@@tsmith4719 It's my understanding that it's unwise to turn it off, only way I'm aware of you can even do that is with a tuner. Doing so with the computer will cause lubrication issue, if the solenoid aren't toggled then oil is not moving throughout the passage ways. I most likely did a horrible job explaining it but review videos from Reignited. There is a true MDS removal process if you want to do it right, not cheap.
Any manufacturer will have issues... Overall I think they are reliable good looking trucks ... Most people have problems I think due to heavily modifying their trucks...
Nice Video but I will stay with the Toyota Tundra because it is more reliable, some people do over 700,000 miles with a Toyota and a Dodge falls apart after 200,000 miles
256,000 on my 02 Silverado. Loved it but it left me miles from nowhere in the cold because of a bad shift cable. I am getting too old to fix her. Getting a used Ram,crossing my fingers,but i knew the owner babied her.
I have a 2013 ram 5.7 and it gets 16 MPG but it has 130,000 miles on it. I never got better that 17MPG when it was new. I just bought a 2024 5.7 and it gets 16.5 MPG. I have no idea how your getting 20MPG.
Geesh, my 2019 Rebel will not get over 15.8 mpg unless I drive so slow ppl are trying to run me off the road. It's usually around 15 just to work and back. Lots of hills.
I bought anew 2018 ram 1500 sport nothing but problems . I treated the truck like royalty use my bosses truck when needed to Load things . For nothing went to dealership change my belt next day torque converter problem Went to fix my hemi tick next day lifter hit the cam . Had to replace my engine only 130 0000 km I would recommend this truck or brand to nobody 50 year old technology 😂
It's sad that Chrysler is doing away with the V8's and going with the EV BS and the twin turbo V6 which when the turbos burn out then you have to pay a monster bill to replace the turbos.
My 2019 just reached over 105k, runs still like new, obviously I had some issues like any other vehicle would, like a missfire, (clogged injector), 4wd actuator needed to be replaced, rear window leaked so I replaced the seal. But other than that nothing major. And still looks as good as new
Sounds like problems for something that expensive you shouldn't have any NO EXCUSES and the auto workers want 41% increase in wages WHAT about QUALITY AND LOYALTY You just expect perfection If Japan can do it where is our work ethic people
Think they all have issues... only non-domestic I would buy would be Toyota but since covid, read several things where they even noted issues with Toyota. Believe most were fit and finish things but could be wrong. Wasn't overly excited they are now v6 turbo charged, most are moving in direction if not there already.
Actually if you did simple research you’d know that ram is actually more reliable then ford.. go look up videos on ram trucks with over 200k miles and still going strong.. meanwhile my buddies 2019 f150 king ranch has has to replace his transfer case, and a leak in the engine and software issues on the transmission and he’s only got 48k miles 😂
@@tylermichaud8699 yeah buddy a video isn’t gonna convince me anything and neither is your words on a screen when I’m a mechanic for a living and I work on trucks. For instance ram trx vs the raptor R.. ford takes a big stinky shit on dodge. Also I’ve seen 40 2022+ Rama with completely blown up torque converters and burnt out valve bodies, never seen a 10r80 do that 🤨
your bullshit words can't convince anyone either. First of all, you don't sound like a mechanic at all! Lol and if you know a thing or two, you should know a trx is just as capable as the raptor r it just comes down to brand preference.
Own a 2022 Ram sport... Best truck I ever owned in terms of power,comfort and reliability...
Contrary to popular belief, each manufacturer has their issues and most are expensive to fix. Overall, based on CR evaluation of data and user ratings Ram is better than Ford in terms of reliability. Ford is below average while Ram is average. Look at a similar video for Ford and GM, and you will get introduced to their “problems.”
Just now entering my sixth year of ownership, and still happy as the day I bought my 19' Laramie. Fully loaded, and out the door for $43k. Ahhh hahaha the good old days of 2018.
Glad to hear it. Any problems at all?
@@chrisdrives8204 YUP, several! Rear window leaked, few recalls, brakes squealed all the time, manifold bolts have broken twice. My mirror motors are messed up too. It's still the best truck I've ever driven. Mine is lifted 4" and riding on 35s. I also have Borla exhaust. It's my baby TRX or my hillbilly hotrod.
Six years old isn't a 2019 ?
Any fueling issues?
5.7?
I’ve never had one problem with any 5 pickups I’ve bought from RAM and now have a TRX and 3 years in no problems
2011 ram 5.7 hemi 140000 miles. No issues. Just normal maintenance. Rear window leaked i added a second drain hole to metal frame driver side. fixed that problem. Ram still drives and looks new. Keep them maintained and waxed. Last forever.
My 2015 ram and my current 2021 ram would be great if they came with umbrellas. Gen 4 and Gen 5 developed leaks from the rear glass seals. Nothing like spending 50k plus for a truck that’s going to have water leaking into within two to three years. Mold everywhere at no extra cost.
I have a 2013 dodge ram, stay on top of maintenance and you should have many good years with your truck make sure you change the oil every 3,000 miles, I have a 109000 mi on my truck and the only thing that went out is the anti-lock brakes system, they will not replace it because I change my own oil. The warranties for dodge ram suck. I love my truck. Also when you change your spark plugs do not use the dealer spark plugs they suck. Try to buy iridium spark plugs or double platinum
Tick Tick Tick...the Hemi engine is a ticking time bomb if you tend to let it idle frequently...RAM needs to fix the lack of oil lube to the lifters (over a decade old issue). The exhaust manifolds are still breaking the studs off in the block. Owners of a RAM may want to consider upgrading the manifolds before the studs start breaking. For shame on RAM for not using better stock manifolds.
I agree but everything has its issues
Key to avoiding the tik tik is changing the oil every 3k miles. I run 5w 20 in the winter and 5w 30 in the summer. No tik tik, no type writer engine sounds.
@robertplacek7569 I run penzoil 5w20 too every 3000 miles. 2016 hemi 3.92. She never ticks never miss a beat. I never idle, even when I'm waiting for a train to pass always shut off the truck. She still rips hard!
its a shame you can’t afford to let it idle when even waiting for a train. When it’s 92 and humid that would suck to have to sit with the window down cause you don’t want to take a chance with the engine idling
I had both issues fixed, under warranty and then I traded the truck
Old style 4x4 2014 5.7 just blew something knocking like crazy at190000 miles fleet used and maintained . Not driven easy use for working and towing .
2020 Ram 1500 5.7 here, delivered in 2019. 12 inch screen replaced 1 year ago after going black. Now front axle disconnect actuator being replaced at 39000 miles. Wouldnt shift into 4wd.
wow- 2019 Ram Limited now at 58,000 miles. No problems
2019 Rebel, 89k miles. I've only had to replace 2 fuel injectors. The screen has gone black a few times over the years but works fine the next time I start it. The backup camera has had moving lines in it but only a handful of times also. I think that's not too bad for its age and mileage.
I just purchased my third ram and no issues, just do the regular maintenance and your good. Like everything else ( it needs maintenance to last longer
I have a 2018 with the 5.7 and They still have lifter cam failure. First time it went out was around 180k miles and a second time 90k miles later
I'm still driving my 2004 Dodge ram 1500 quad cab. It's got the millennial anti-theft device AKA 5-speed manual transmission and regular maintenance, occasional, minor repairs 90% of which I can do myself, and a new radiator at 130,000 miles and a new rack around the same time and it drives like new. I'm going to drive this thing forever. The only issue I have with the thing is that silly cheap clear coat they put on back then so the horizontal surfaces look like it's got eczema. 😶
Glad to hear it's treating you well 👍
Funny how Americans, a nation basically born in cars and driving for generations don't really know how to drive. Your lane discipline on highways is pitiful, drivers in cities are aggressive and selfish and overall no regard for rules and regulations on the road. Plus of course nobody can drive a manual transmission car. Everyone I know from central, eastern EU is in deep shock on how bad it actually is there.
@@TermlessHGW because we invited the car pal...aka ford! We don't give af about how you drive in your shit country 💯
I have a 2017 larime with just over 200k on it. Push start not working anymore, air ride drop on me a few times, rear window leaks. Exhaust manifold bolts broke a few times. Plan to trade it in for a tundra or a f150 in a few years
Do you run mds all the time or shut it off?
@@brown5252is it better to shut off?
Check your rear cabin vents, after a couple years they do not seal anymore allowing water to leak into the cabin
@@tsmith4719 It's my understanding that it's unwise to turn it off, only way I'm aware of you can even do that is with a tuner. Doing so with the computer will cause lubrication issue, if the solenoid aren't toggled then oil is not moving throughout the passage ways. I most likely did a horrible job explaining it but review videos from Reignited. There is a true MDS removal process if you want to do it right, not cheap.
3.6 Ram that I own has been fine, except at 106,000, the oil filter housing started to leak. $1400 repair
Any manufacturer will have issues... Overall I think they are reliable good looking trucks ... Most people have problems I think due to heavily modifying their trucks...
Is this review of a 2018 Limited edition
Nice Video but I will stay with the Toyota Tundra because it is more reliable, some people do over 700,000 miles with a Toyota and a Dodge falls apart after 200,000 miles
No longer applies to the new generation Tundra.
Not with the TT v6. Tundra lost its reliability rating
256,000 on my 02 Silverado. Loved it but it left me miles from nowhere in the cold because of a bad shift cable. I am getting too old to fix her. Getting a used Ram,crossing my fingers,but i knew the owner babied her.
Make sure you don't let it idle for any period of time
I have a 2013 ram 5.7 and it gets 16 MPG but it has 130,000 miles on it. I never got better that 17MPG when it was new. I just bought a 2024 5.7 and it gets 16.5 MPG. I have no idea how your getting 20MPG.
I have a 2018 5.7 and i get an average of 20.8 MPG on the highway and about 17.5 MPG everywhere else.
Geesh, my 2019 Rebel will not get over 15.8 mpg unless I drive so slow ppl are trying to run me off the road. It's usually around 15 just to work and back. Lots of hills.
Get yourself a Hellcat oil pump if you want your Hemi to last!
I bought anew 2018 ram 1500 sport nothing but problems .
I treated the truck like royalty use my bosses truck when needed to Load things .
For nothing went to dealership change my belt next day torque converter problem
Went to fix my hemi tick next day lifter hit the cam . Had to replace my engine only 130 0000 km
I would recommend this truck or brand to nobody 50 year old technology 😂
Which year an model is this
Looks like the 2023 or 2024 limited... guessing 2023
It's sad that Chrysler is doing away with the V8's and going with the EV BS and the twin turbo V6 which when the turbos burn out then you have to pay a monster bill to replace the turbos.
All new cars are going that way...disappointing
Looks like Palm Beach Gardens and West Palm.
West coast ☀️🌴
Instead of saying " for a long time", maybe say the year
But who the heck am i
I had to quit watching when he refered to the high mount stop light as the third brake light
Etorque is standard on 3.6.
And also on the 5.7.
@@briandonald for a while it was optional for sure on 5.7 I don’t know about now.
@@gtrance3567 Yep, it was optional until the 2023 model year when they discontinued the non-etorque version of the 5.7.
@@briandonald have you priced the battery needed for the E Torque? 😖😱
You showed the new Tundra and said half a decade when it barely came out 2 years ago.
I was talking about the ram
Comprehension is hard.
@@chrisdrives8204😂
This is a Ram commercial in disguise and contains misinformation
Wait til you get 100000 miles on it. 😢
My 2004 1500 quad cab runs like new... When I bought it the company was owned by Mercedes - wonder if that made any difference, but I love this thing.
@@ShadowBannedagain when it starts falling apart
My 2019 just reached over 105k, runs still like new, obviously I had some issues like any other vehicle would, like a missfire, (clogged injector), 4wd actuator needed to be replaced, rear window leaked so I replaced the seal. But other than that nothing major. And still looks as good as new
@@rubioifiany fueling issues?
@@ericgebhart5775one guy one UA-cam has 200k on his 2019. Held up pretty well so far
Sounds like problems for something that expensive you shouldn't have any NO EXCUSES and the auto workers want 41% increase in wages WHAT about QUALITY AND LOYALTY You just expect perfection If Japan can do it where is our work ethic people
Quality has more to do with the parts. If the parts are cheap can we really blame the folks that assembled it for its poor performance?
lemon
Don’t buy domestic
Don’t buy Toyota’s that’s for damn sure
Think they all have issues... only non-domestic I would buy would be Toyota but since covid, read several things where they even noted issues with Toyota. Believe most were fit and finish things but could be wrong. Wasn't overly excited they are now v6 turbo charged, most are moving in direction if not there already.
2015 and up are total junk, and the ones before 2015 are just half ass junk
Ford takes a big fat stinky shit on the dodge 😭
Actually if you did simple research you’d know that ram is actually more reliable then ford.. go look up videos on ram trucks with over 200k miles and still going strong.. meanwhile my buddies 2019 f150 king ranch has has to replace his transfer case, and a leak in the engine and software issues on the transmission and he’s only got 48k miles 😂
@@tylermichaud8699 yeah buddy a video isn’t gonna convince me anything and neither is your words on a screen when I’m a mechanic for a living and I work on trucks. For instance ram trx vs the raptor R.. ford takes a big stinky shit on dodge. Also I’ve seen 40 2022+ Rama with completely blown up torque converters and burnt out valve bodies, never seen a 10r80 do that 🤨
your bullshit words can't convince anyone either. First of all, you don't sound like a mechanic at all! Lol and if you know a thing or two, you should know a trx is just as capable as the raptor r it just comes down to brand preference.
Go look up videos on ford trucks with over 200,000 mi and still going strong.@@tylermichaud8699