GradeRam 1500 Reliability Grade
Average reliability
Grade a specific Ram 1500
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Ram 1500 earns a C+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a C+ for its engine and a B- for its transmission. It ranks 3rd of 5 full-size trucks we grade. Its engine (C+) and transmission (B-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 11,208 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Ram 1500 reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Best years: 2007
Faded years are recent, so fewer complaints have come in. Their grades may change.
How long does the Ram 1500 last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Ram 1500 vs. other full-size trucks
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Tundra | A- | A | A |
| Chevrolet Silverado | B | C+ | B- |
| Ram 1500 | C+ | B- | C+ |
| Ford F-150 | B | D | C |
| GMC Sierra | B- | C | C |
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Is the Ram 1500 reliable?
Average reliability. The Ram 1500 earns a C+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a C+ for its engine and a B- for its transmission. It ranks 3rd of 5 full-size trucks we grade. Its engine (C+) and transmission (B-) grade about the same, so neither stands out as a weak point. Grades are based on 11,208 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2013-2023 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Ram 1500 last?
We estimate a well-maintained Ram 1500 lasts around 240,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Ram 1500?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the most reliable Ram 1500 model years are 2007.
What Ram 1500 years should I avoid?
No Ram 1500 model year stands out as a problem year in NHTSA owner complaints.
Is the Ram 1500 transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Ram 1500 transmission a B- (average reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Ram 1500 engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Ram 1500 engine a C+ (average reliability).