Average Reliability

2025 Ram 1500 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

5th Generation (DT) · 3.6L Pentastar V6 305hp / 5.7L HEMI V8 395hp / 3.0L Hurricane I6 Turbo 420hp / 3.0L Hurricane I6 Twin Turbo 540hp · $50,000 - $85,000

Known Issues — 2025 Ram 1500

CRITICAL

5.7L HEMI MDS lifter failure risk at higher mileage

MODERATE

Hurricane I6 turbo early production calibration

MINOR

Uconnect 12.0 occasional freeze

MINOR

Air suspension compressor cold noise

MINOR

Lane keep assist sensitivity

MINOR

TPMS calibration after rotation

What to Inspect

  • On HEMI — check for MDS lifter tick at idle
  • On Hurricane I6 — test for smooth power delivery and no fault codes
  • Test Uconnect 12.0 infotainment
  • Test air suspension all modes if equipped
  • Test all ADAS features
  • Confirm factory warranty is fully active

Expected Maintenance Costs

Service Interval Cost
Oil change (synthetic) every 8,000 miles $70-$110
Transmission fluid service every 60,000 miles $200-$320
Spark plugs (HEMI/I6 Turbo) every 60,000 miles $250-$450
Rear differential fluid every 45,000 miles $100-$160
Transfer case fluid (4WD) every 60,000 miles $100-$150
Cabin air filter every 20,000 miles $30-$50

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