Affected Years: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 Ram 1500 Pickup. Our law firm is also investigating 2026 Ram 1500 Pickup for the same issues.
These issues seem to arise from defects in the Engine Internals/Sensors.
Automobile warranties have been provided for new vehicles for more than 100 years, offered by the manufacturers to help sell buyers originally when automobiles were brand new and very expensive. Today, warranties are offered for all new vehicles, and most manufacturers offer additional warranty periods for used vehicles that they take on trade or buy at auction, often referred to as certified pre-owned or CPO for short. These warranties are usually the balance of the original if any, with an additional period and mileage tacked on to help sell the used pickup truck after a manufacturer inspection to verify the vehicle is in excellent shape.
When it comes to Lemon Law, many people have heard of cars being referred to as lemons, often because a vehicle seems to have a long list of different things wrong with it. The reality of a car falling under Lemon Law in California stems from having a single problem that has not been successfully repaired, and the vehicle is under warranty. More on this later when we talk about the history of Lemon Law in California.
If you own or lease a Ram 1500 pickup and have had issues with the engine in it, your vehicle might qualify as a lemon under the law. If you believe that the dealer has had enough chances to fix this issue, and you are considering filing a lemon law claim on your 1500 pickup, you should call Guardian Lemon Law. We can conduct a case review and validate your claim, and verify the car qualifies under the law. We will assign a Ram 1500 pickup lemon law attorney who is experienced and able to outline the options you have open to you.
The first step in being able to make your lemon law claim is confirming your vehicle does qualify. If it does, we can sue Ram for selling you a defective, lemon Ram 1500 pickup. Guardian Lemon Law will provide you with a lawyer experienced in Ram 1500 pickup engine problems lemon law cases to get your issue resolved. Remember that your initial meeting is free and covered under our Zero-Fee Guarantee. More on that later.
The Qualifications For Lemon Law Eligibility And Filing A Claim
The qualifications listed below need to be met before your Ram 1500 pickup can be the subject of a lemon law claim or lawsuit. We offer a case review to determine your vehicle eligibility as part of the services you get as a Guardian Lemon Law client. The first 3 items should all be met.
- The issue cannot be a result of abuse or neglect on the part of the owner before the 1st repair or any repair that follows
- Your vehicle is covered under your manufacturer’s new car warranty or a certified pre-owned warranty for the initial and subsequent repair efforts
- Your dealer has made a reasonable number of attempts to repair the reported issue, defined as 2 attempts for safety-related failures and 4 attempts for non-safety issues
- The issue being repaired is the same one for each visit counted, and the issue impacts the safety, use, or value of the vehicle
- The vehicle has been at the dealer for a period totaling more than 30 calendar days during repair attempts. This is a cumulative total and again, is limited to trips dealing only with the lemon law issue at hand
Your Ram 1500 pickup engine problems lemon lawyer will determine if your vehicle has met the necessary requirements, and by doing so, verify that it does qualify under California Lemon Law to file a claim or lawsuit.
The Lemon Law In California And What You Should Know
California Lemon Law was originally known as the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. It was passed into law in March of 1971. Its goal was to offer the consumers in California support when manufacturers were unable to fix a repair and uphold their warranty. To accomplish this, it established an obligation to replace or refund any item that they were unable to fix under the terms of the warranty offered. Known for its use and reference to automobiles, people are sometimes surprised to learn that it also covers a variety of other consumer products, like homes and appliances. The law from 1971 remains the foundation of the Lemon Law today. The law still provides consumers with the protections they need if they have issues with a product.
Beyond the qualifications and restrictions mentioned, there is one other item that limits your rights as a consumer. The Statute of Limitations, updated in 2025, establishes the time limitation for a Lemon Law claim or lawsuit to be filed. If you need a Ram 1500 pickup engine problem lemon law lawsuit filed, call Guardian Lemon Law.
The Time Limit To File A Lemon Lawsuit or Claim In The State of California
The time limit for making a Lemon Law Claim or filing a lawsuit has two different dates. The first date is 1 year from the expiration of your original factory warranty, and the second date is 6 years from the date of vehicle delivery to you from the dealer. The time limit that applies will be the earliest of the calendar dates, and any action must be filed before that date arrives. When you need an attorney that specializes in Ram 1500 pickup defective engine internals/sensors lemon lawsuits, Guardian is the only call you need to make.
The Symptoms And Experiences Of The 2020-2025 Ram 1500 pickup Engine Issues
Stalling, loss of power, and shaking in 2020–2025 Ram 1500 pickups are all commonly tied to electronic throttle body failures, the Hemi eTorque mild-hybrid system glitches, as well as the occasional faulty fuel pump. Often, these symptoms require specific powertrain control module (PCM) software updates or replacement of the crankshaft position sensor to get the engine to run normally again. This is all the work the dealer can perform.
The common symptoms reported by consumers include the following:
- Engine stalling & complete shutdown occur on 5.7L HEMI models equipped with the eTorque mild-hybrid system, starting with sudden stalling while driving or at low speeds. This is frequently reported and is caused by a software defect in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
- Loss of power & no acceleration are caused by bad data from the Mass Airflow (MAF) sensor or faulty oxygen sensors, both of which force the engine to adjust fuel delivery incorrectly.
- Shaking & rough idle is typically signs of an ignition misfire. In Ram 1500s, this is often linked to failing ignition coils, worn-out spark plugs, or a clogged fuel injector
What your dealer should be doing is working to troubleshoot the known causes of this behavior. There can be times when it is completely new. One user reported an electrical ground issue, directly affecting the PCM. It had not been seen before as a cause. One of the other infrequent issues is a failing fuel pump as well. Do not be surprised if the repair takes time, but stay aware of the steps they are taking to affect a repair, and of course, how long it is taking.
If you need a lemon lawyer to sue Ram for engine problems, Guardian Lemon Law can provide one to you. Please contact us at your earliest convenience.
The Guardian Lemon Law Zero-Fee Guarantee
Our guarantee is honest and simple, with the details surrounding the Guardian Lemon Law Zero-Fee guarantee being pretty straightforward. Your initial consultation with Guardian Lemon Law is free of charge. There will never be any upfront costs to hire us for legal representation. There is never an obligation to hire Guardian Lemon Law, even after you take advantage of some of our free services. You might want a second opinion on your existing case if you get concerned that it isn’t progressing the way you want. We don’t charge for this either. If you’re looking to replace your current representation, we welcome the opportunity to show you what we do and how we approach issues like yours.
Our Zero-Fee Guarantee applies to your lawsuit, too. If we don’t win your case, there will be no charge for our effort. If we win, Ram pays your reasonable legal fees. Please call Guardian Lemon Law when you need advice or representation, and you think you are experiencing a Lemon Law issue. We will be ready to take action for you
