With 6 recalls and 0 complaints, the 2025 Ram 1500 rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

24V7940002024-24-10

WHEELS:HUB

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Ram 1500 vehicles. The front wheel hub encoder rings may be damaged, which can disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.

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24V9420002024-19-12

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. Incorrect headlight module software may cause the headlights to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Inoperative headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V2310002025-10-04

TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Ram 1500 vehicles. A software error may cause an incorrect tire inflation pressure message to display on the instrument panel.

An incorrect tire pressure message may result in improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V8260002025-01-12

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Ram Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel cluster display to be blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems," and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."

An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or gear selection, increases the risk of a crash.

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26V0590002026-02-02

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.

Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.

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26V2250002026-09-04

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards numbers 102, "Transmission Shift Position Sequence," 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems," 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment," 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems for Light Vehicles," 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring System," and/or 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

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Ram 1500 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2025 Ram 1500 trims

15–23mpg combined

14-20city

16-26hwy

$1,900-$3,850/yr

Fuel economy for the 2025 Ram 1500 ranges from 15 to 23 MPG combined across 7 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim

1500 HFE 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

23mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

20 city26 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

1500 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

22mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

20 city25 hwy~$2,000/yr5/10 Average

1500 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

21mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive

18 city25 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

1500 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

21mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

19 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

1500 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

19mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

17 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

1500 HO 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

17mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

15 city21 hwy~$3,400/yr3/10 Poor

1500 RHO 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

15mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel Drive

14 city16 hwy~$3,850/yr2/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the Longhorn Worth It?

Common questions about the 2025 Ram 1500 Longhorn

How does the Longhorn compare to other Ram 1500 trims?

with 18 listings tracked, the Longhorn sits in a specific spot in the 2025 Ram 1500 lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2025 Ram 1500 page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2025 Ram 1500 Longhorn?

Budget for standard Longhorn maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2025 has 6 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Ram 1500 Longhorn?

The best model year for the Ram 1500 Longhorn comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Ram 1500 overview.

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