2024 Ram 1500 MPG
The 2024 Ram 1500 gets 10–17 mpg in the city and 14–25 on the highway (12–20 combined), across the 5 gasoline versions the EPA rated.
The most efficient pairs the 3.6-liter 6-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive, at 20 mpg combined. The thirstiest version uses the 6.2-liter supercharged 8-cylinder engine with an automatic transmission and four-wheel drive and is rated 12 mpg combined. The EPA also rated a hybrid version, the best at 23 mpg combined. That is 4 mpg lower than the best gasoline 2023 version (24 mpg).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 HFE 2WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl hybrid | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 23 | Regular · 394 g CO₂/mi |
| 1500 2WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl hybrid | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 25 | 22 | Regular · 407 g CO₂/mi |
| 1500 4WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl hybrid | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | Regular · 417 g CO₂/mi |
| 1500 2WD | 5.7 L 8-cyl hybrid | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 23 | 20 | Midgrade · 443 g CO₂/mi |
| 1500 Classic 2WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 25 | 20 | Regular · 450 g CO₂/mi |
| 1500 4WD | 5.7 L 8-cyl hybrid | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 22 | 19 | Midgrade · 456 g CO₂/mi |
| 1500 Classic 4WD | 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 19 | Regular · 473 g CO₂/mi |
| 1500 Classic 2WD | 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | Midgrade · 523 g CO₂/mi |
| 1500 Classic 4WD | 5.7 L 8-cyl | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 20 | 17 | Midgrade · 528 g CO₂/mi |
| 1500 TRX 4WD | 6.2 L 8-cyl supercharged | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 10 | 14 | 12 | Premium · 748 g CO₂/mi |
2024 Ram 1500 fuel cost per year
Driving 15,000 miles a year on regular gasoline at the September 2026 U.S. average of $4.36 a gallon, the 2024 Ram 1500 costs about $3,270 a year to fuel in its most efficient form (20 mpg combined), or roughly 22 cents a mile.
The thirstiest priced version (19 mpg combined) comes to about $3,440 a year, $170 more.
This is an estimate from EPA combined mpg and the EIA national average price; your cost depends on how and where you drive and on local prices.
2024 Ram 1500 specs
2024 Ram 1500 buyers could choose between 5 engines, according to EPA records: 3.6 L 6-cyl hybrid, 3.6 L 6-cyl, 5.7 L 8-cyl, 5.7 L 8-cyl hybrid and 6.2 L 8-cyl supercharged. It came with an automatic transmission, in four-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive versions. The EPA classes it as a standard pickup truck.
| Engine size (L) | Cylinders | Transmissions | Drive | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6 L hybrid | 6 | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 3 |
| 3.6 L | 6 | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 5.7 L | 8 | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 5.7 L hybrid | 8 | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive; 4-Wheel Drive | 2 |
| 6.2 L supercharged | 8 | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 1 |
2024 Ram 1500 problems
Owners have filed 77 complaints about the 2024 Ram 1500 with NHTSA, the U.S. vehicle-safety agency, as of October 2026.
Electrical system is the most-reported area (21% of component mentions), followed by engine (17%) and power train (11%).
Spread over its time on sale, that is 25 complaints a year: fewer than the 2023 (50 a year).
It has the fewest complaints per year on sale of any Ram 1500 model year from 2008 to 2024.
Of the 77, 7 mention a crash, 2 a fire and 2 an injury.
| Component | Mentions | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 29 | 21% |
| Engine | 23 | 17% |
| Power train | 15 | 11% |
| Unknown or other | 14 | 10% |
| Service brakes | 11 | 8% |
| Steering | 7 | 5% |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 4% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 6 | 4% |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 4% |
| Air bags | 4 | 3% |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 3% |
| Structure | 3 | 2% |
| Back over prevention | 2 | 1% |
| Hydraulic service brakes | 2 | 1% |
| Wheels | 2 | 1% |
| Electronic stability control (esc) | 1 | <1% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | <1% |
| Lane departure | 1 | <1% |
| Other/i am not sure | 1 | <1% |
| Parking brake | 1 | <1% |
| Suspension | 1 | <1% |
What owners told NHTSA
The contact owns a 2024 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle intermittently stalled and failed to return to normal operation. The braking, electronic stability control, and battery warning lights were illuminated. …
The truck is on its 3rd camshaft and lifters due to failures. The truck has 43,000 miles on it. This is not normal. …
Vehicle: 2024 Ram 1500 Big Horn – 3.6L V6 eTorque Approximate mileage: 41,400 miles I am submitting this complaint regarding multiple incidents involving unexpected engine RPM increases, abnormal acceleration, and delayed throttle response following activation of the Auto Start/Stop system. …
2024 Ram 1500 recalls
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2024 Ram 1500.
The most recent, campaign 26V495000 from July 2026, concerns seat belts.
Air bags account for 2 of the 6 campaigns, more than any other area.
26V327000 · May 21, 2026 · Back over prevention
Problem: Contamination in the central vision processing module or improper programming may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the central vision processing module software or replace the module, as necessary, free of charge.
| Campaign | Reported | Component | 1500 years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V495000 | July 30, 2026 | Seat belts | 2019–2024 |
| 25V298000 | May 8, 2025 | Air bags, Electrical system | 2019–2024 |
| 24V729000 | October 1, 2024 | Exterior lighting, Steering | 2023–2024 |
| 24V653000 | September 5, 2024 | Electronic stability control (esc), Hydraulic service brakes | 2019, 2021–2024 |
| 24V199000 | March 14, 2024 | Air bags, Steering | 2023–2024 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA has not published 5-star crash ratings for the 2024 Ram 1500.
Compared with other years
Complaints per year on sale divide each model year's NHTSA complaints by the years since it went on sale, so older and newer Ram 1500s can be compared fairly. Among other 2024 models in the EPA's standard pickup trucks class, the 2024 Ford F-150 (21 mpg) and 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 (26 mpg) come closest on combined fuel economy.
| Year | Best mpg | Complaints | Per year on sale | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 26 | 683 | 113 | 15 |
| 2022 | 26 | 631 | 125 | 16 |
| 2023 | 24 | 203 | 50 | 11 |
| 2024 | 23 | 77 | 25 | 6 |
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FAQ
Is the 2024 1500 a good car?
We don't rate cars, but the official data gives a picture. The 2024 Ram 1500 has 25 NHTSA complaints per year on sale (the fewest of its 17 model years), 6 recall campaigns and up to 23 mpg combined from the EPA.
What are common 2024 1500 problems?
The components owners report most to NHTSA are electrical system (29), engine (23) and power train (15). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many recalls does the 2024 1500 have?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns. To see whether a recall is still open on a specific car, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2024 1500 get?
The EPA rates the gasoline versions at 12–20 mpg combined (10–17 city, 14–25 highway). The hybrid versions reach up to 23 mpg combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2024 1500 per year?
About $3,270 a year for 15,000 miles in its most efficient form, up to about $3,440 for the thirstiest version, using EPA mpg and the September 2026 U.S. average regular gasoline price of $4.36 a gallon (EIA).