2014 Ram 2500: Knocking
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2014 2500 report: knocking. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 50,000 miles.
NHTSA has 63 owner complaints for the 2014 2500 in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11770106 (filed 10/09/2026): “On september 30, 2026, a ram dealership completed the emissions recall 67a / vb6 software flash on my vehicle. following the precise instructions listed in the official 67a recall owner notification, i submitted a request for reimbursement for an out-of-pocket…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11709430 (filed 01/07/2026): “Check engine light came on end of november 2025 and stayed on. immediately i took the truck to two different independent mechanics. they both said it was a problem with the turbocharger but i never received a recall regarding this. they both said i could still…”
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 engine (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $5,000 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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