Ram 1500 Steering problems by year

The brake light, stability control, and abs light have been on for almost 2 years. The garage says the abs module is bad ots on interstellar back order. None of those systems have functioned for almost two years and I can't even sell it at this point for a fair price. Now the ignition seems to have an issue in that after starting the MPH will not display and the power steering doesn't function properly.

Loss of power steering with no warning 45 mph and lost steering with child in car. Was able to steer to parking lot for safety reasons. Also after research there is a recall on EPS rack and opinion. Also noted called recall safety number which is recorded at 3:15 pm east.

The truck began making a roaring or grinding noise when making a right turn. The noise got progressively louder. I took truck to the dealer and they advised the noise was coming from the electric power steering rack. They advised that the issue is a potential safety concern since the steering could eventually "lock up" if the repair is not made. Obviously this could translate into a very serious incident. Thankfully, it was discovered before incident occurred. However, upon review it looks like many others...

I was making a short drive to go get a pizza. The electric power steering went out with an error message intermittently right as I was nearing the pizza place. Thankfully, no one was around and there wasn't a wreck, but it was difficult to steer into the parking lot. I had not experienced any issues like this prior. Once I picked up the pizza, I started the truck back up and received the same power steering error. After checking simple things like fuses, I restarted the truck, the message wasn't there, and I was...

Electronic power steering control module failure

The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH and attempting to make a right turn, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle failed to turn right and drove straight to the other side of the road. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle briefly failed to stop immediately. When the vehicle finally came to a complete stop, the steering warning light illuminated. The contact waited, restarted the vehicle, and was able to move the steering wheel, but the failure later reoccurred. The...

The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the electronic power steering became inoperable, and the steering wheel was difficult to turn and was almost impossible to turn. The contact stated that on the previous day, the power steering warning light was illuminated momentarily. The contact stated that an independent mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and retrieved DTC: C2217-00 (internal electronic power steering module failure). The contact associated the failure with NHTSA investigation RQ23-033. The dealer was contacted by phone. The failure mileage was approximately 138,210.

ELECTRIC STEERING RACK FAILURE. The truck requires tremendous strength to steer manually, risking accident and injury to passengers and other vehicles. Emmett's Auto in Klamath Falls, OR has ordered a new steering rack. RAM Corporate advised the truck is not on recall. Other trucks manufactured the same year have the recall for the same defect. A "service steering soon" message appears in the message center of the truck. Local dealer, Lithia Auto received 18 new steering racks which were already promised to other repairs. This indicates to me that this is a widespread problem and the recall should have involved my vehicle.

While driving my truck, on a public roadway, I had a sudden, and complete lose of steering. A service power steering light and warning showed up on the dash. The vehicle cannot steer at all. Prior to this incident, there was no sign of failure or any warning lights.

When outside temps are below 50 degrees the power steering doesn't work! The power steering will not work until the engine is at normal operating temp and you turn the engine off and back on. EPS ISSUE Also, service airbag message keeps coming on

While driving on Citrus Ave. Power steering failed while turning. Could not straighten out till the Vehical entered oncoming lane. With great effort was able to pull to side of the road. Towed to dealer who refused to contact manufacturer or nitsa for warranty help .

On Approx. July 15 2026, I was driving down the highway 65 mph and my power steering locked up, I could no longer drive I finally got the truck to turn a little bit so I can get off the highway and pull over and I had to be towed the rest of the way home. . After this incident it became sporadic sometimes it would start to lock up and sometimes it wouldn't there's a loud noise when I turn the steering wheel either way.

1. The electronic power steering system on my 2018 Dodge Ram began malfunctioning intermittently, with the power steering going in and out, before eventually failing completely. I was informed that due to the design of the system, the entire rack-and-pinion assembly must be replaced because of the design. 2. The intermittent steering failure progressed to a complete loss of power steering assistance, creating a serious safety concern. Difficulty steering can affect the driver's ability to maneuver, respond quickly...

The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH and making a left turn, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The steering failure warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with electronic rack and pinion failure. The contact was informed that the electronic rack and pinion needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000.

The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was an unknown steering message displayed. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to the dealer where a diagnostic test was performed. The contact was informed that the steering module was inoperable and needed to be replaced. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Action Number: RQ23003 (Steering); and associated the failure with the investigation. The contact had the vehicle repaired by the dealer; however, the contact stated that the steering wheel became firm while accelerating. The failure mileage was 73,661.