2014 Ram 1500: Power steering failure
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2014 1500 report: power steering failure. CarComplaints.com lists 39 owner complaints, average mileage 82,550 miles.
NHTSA has 506 owner complaints for the 2014 1500 in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11770944 (filed 10/13/2026): “Steering wheel unable to turn. steering wheel control system malfunctioning. service was confirmed by watauga automotive llc as defective. warning light for steering was present on first knowledge of steering wheel not working properly.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11768338 (filed 10/01/2026): “On or about september 10, 2026, i was driving on the interstate at 70 mph. suddenly, i lost control of the steering with no prior warning or warning lights. it was obvious the power steering was not working. the power steering warning light finally came on …”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace steering rack (15 reports) not been fixed (4 reports) replace the alternator (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Electric power steering faults typically need module diagnosis with a scan tool and calibration. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $3,190 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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