2017 RAM 1500 structure problems
36 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2017 RAM 1500 — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The problem that I'm having is the front fuel strap where it's hooks in the frame support has rusted out, and now the fuel tank is only held on just with the rear strap where it hooks in I've noticed a lot of frame rot and is really concerning thankfully I've noticed this while the truck was…”
filed Jul 30, 2026
“The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 65 MPH, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from inside the cabin of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over to inspect the vehicle and became aware that the fuel…”
filed Aug 19, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
S1623000028 REV.J · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 5, 2026Squeak Or Squawk Noise Coming From Either Side Door Of The Vehicle, It Could Be Just One Door Or More. The Noise Can Be Present In Either The Upper Or The Lower Hinge.
S2623000032 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 30, 2026Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
S1623000028 REV.H · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 1, 2026
Structure problems in other 1500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 1500 | 3 | 4% |
| 2025 1500 | 2 | 1% |
| 2024 1500 | 3 | 4% |
| 2023 1500 | 10 | 5% |
| 2022 1500 | 17 | 3% |
| 2021 1500 | 31 | 5% |
| 2020 1500 | 43 | 7% |
| 2019 1500 | 79 | 5% |
| 2018 1500 | 14 | 2% |
| 2016 1500 | 36 | 2% |
| 2015 1500 | 49 | 3% |
| 2014 1500 | 39 | 2% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 RAM 1500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.