Last Updated on February 9, 2024
If you own a Gen III 5.7 or 6.4 Hemi powered car and are experiencing valve train problems, don’t worry, you’re not alone. A new class action lawsuit against Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has been announced. The suit alleges that the valve train on the Gen III 5.7-liter HEMI or 6.4-liter HEMI 392 V-8 engine is prone to failure. Additionally, the suit alleges that FCA have known about the problem for some time but failed to take action.
If you’re impacted by this defect, what can you do? Read on for more information.
Owners Allege Valve Train Defect Causes Premature Engine Wear
According to the complaint, the alleged Hemi valve train defect can cause premature internal wear to the engine. This can create bigger problems down the road and shorten the lifespan of the engine. In fact, the suit claims when the valve train prematurely fails, the entire valve train needs to be replaced including the camshafts.
The suit alleges owners and lessees are often forced to pay out-of-pocket for repairs when not covered under warranty. Making matters worst, the replacement parts contain the same defects and could potentially fail while the vehicle is outside of the warranty period.
Additionally, the class action states “Despite access to aggregate internal data, FCA has actively concealed the existence of the Valve Train Defect by claiming that consumers are responsible for the failures, even when consumers follow FCA’s published maintenance schedules.”
Multi-Displacement System to Blame for Defective Valve Train?
FCA’s proprietary valve train technology, Multi-Displacement System (MDS) is a system designed to improve overall fuel consumption. It works through a combination of software and hardware to deactivate four of the engine’s eight cylinders at a certain engine RPM and cruising gear.
MDS utilizes specially designed lifters and solenoids combined with pressurized engine oil to activate or deactivate plungers inside the four collapsible lifters. The vehicle’s PCM is responsible for controlling this process as soon as the drivers foot is off the throttle, or maintaining steady speeds at low loads or minimal throttle. This system helps the vehicle consume less fuel overall.
However, the suit claims the MDS system is defective and malfunctions. As a result, the defect causes damage to the lifters, camshafts, and valve train components. This damage requires replacement of the valve train components, including the camshafts.
Even worst, metal debris from the failing valve train can circulate throughout the engine, potentially causing total engine failure.
Defective Hemi Valve Train Causes Loss of Power While Driving
The suit claims the HEMI valve train problem may pose a serious safety concern to the vehicle occupants and other drivers on the road. Owners have complained of losing power while driving, as well as experiencing hesitation, surging and stalling. These issues have caused many problems for drivers, who report feeling unsafe while on the road.
What Are the Common Symptoms of the Hemi Valve Train Defect?
A common symptom of a failing Hemi valve train is a loud ticking noise coming from the engine when fully warmed up. If you notice this sound, it may be an indication that the valve train suffers from this defect.
Other common symptoms include: loss of power while driving, especially at highway speeds, or while trying to merge or change lanes, hesitation, surging, and stalling.
Is There A Fix For The 5.7 & 6.4 Hemi Problems?
Currently, there is no known fix available for the Hemi valve train issue. The suit claims the MDS system, which utilizes a combination of hardware and software is the likely culprit. Additionally, the suit alleges premature engine failure is possible due to design defects, materials and even workmanship of the valve train system. Therefore, replacing the defective part or engine does not resolve the problem, as the owner will be given another defective part.
FCA Vehicles Affected
The following Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM vehicles are affected by this valve train system defect:
- 2014-2016 Chrysler 300
- 2014-2016 Dodge Challenger
- 2014-2016 Dodge Charger
- 2014-2021 Dodge Durango
- 2014-2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee
- 2014-2020 RAM 1500
- 2014-2022 RAM 2500
- 2014-2022 RAM 3500
Status of the 5.7 & 6.4 Hemi Valve Train Defect Class Action Litigation
This is an active class action lawsuit. This suit has been brought on behalf of the Plaintiffs and a class of current and former Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM vehicle owners.
Petro et al. v. FCA US LLC, case number 1:22-cv-00621, was filed in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware.
Hemi Valve Train Class Action Lawsuit FAQs
What is the Hemi Tick?
The Hemi tick is a tapping noise that affects many Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and RAM Hemi motors. This ticking noise can be caused by various problems, such broken or loose exhaust manifold bolts, roller rocker on the camshafts, faulty lifters, and loose spark plugs.
In some cases, the tick may be simply be caused from the vehicle being parked for extended periods of time.
Is the Hemi Tick Bad?
If the vehicle has been parked for long periods without use, then the tick noise upon cold start-up isn’t harmful. However, when the vehicle is up to normal operational temperature and the tick noise continues or even gets louder when driven, then this is a sign something is wrong.
How Common is the Hemi Tick?
Many owners claim the tick noise is common with Hemi Gen III 5.7 and 6.4 Hemi engines, and normal on cold startup. The tick noise typically lasts less than a minute. However, if the tick noise continues longer than a minute, it may be a sign of more serious mechanical problems.
Questions About This Lawsuit?
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J Dulyba
April 20, 2024 at 1:23 amJeep GC 2014 SRT, 167,000km, engine check light, continuous cylinder 2 misfires, loud ticking, rough idle at start-up, appear cylinder 2 not working at all. Spark plugs new, coils & injectors good, not exhaust leak, etc. Regular maintenance every 5000km.
Tim
December 5, 2023 at 4:06 pm2023 Grand Wagoneer. 6.4L Hemi with 8166 miles, bought brand new. Didn’t last 4 months. Engine seized up. What a PoS.
Christopher Rossen
December 6, 2023 at 7:08 amWow! Sorry to hear this. Keep us posted on how the replacement engine goes.
John Clarke
October 5, 2023 at 11:17 pm2019 Hellcat Redeye shit off at 66 on Houston freeway had to get all the way over to on-ramp apron and wouldn’t start. Tow to dealer and after tear down valve broke dropped into cylinder and jammed up. They are fighting warranty replacement. Car was bought in 2022 used with 231 miles on it and now has only slightly over 6200. Valves should not break. Please let me know how I can get on this suit in Texas
Andy
October 3, 2023 at 11:40 pmI own a 2019 Ram 1500 that was just diagnosed with “internal engine noise” by my dealer. It is still under factory 60,000 warranty. They want me to pay to get it fixed, even under warranty. I’ve filed complaints with out states consumer protection agency, the motor vehicle dept, and the BBB. The truck sits now so I won’t get out of warranty before it ever gets fixed.
Jeff
October 2, 2023 at 1:42 pm2012 ram 1500 cam lobe failure on cylinder 3 around 110,000 miles. $3,800 repair bill.
Christopher
September 27, 2023 at 7:06 pmI think it messed up that their not including 2012 or 2013. I think they should include 2010 to their current models because I had 2010 ram 1500 with the same issue and now I have a 2013 ram 1500 sport also with the same issue. I’m looking to replace the engine in my 2013 ram 1500.
Christopher
September 28, 2023 at 8:39 amIt’s always possible that they expand the lawsuit to other models with enough complaints.
Jen maldonado
September 2, 2023 at 12:37 amSave issue here. 2016 2500 ram heard ticking went to dealer nothing to worry about they said. Check engine light oh it’s an exhaust manifold leak. Sent to local muffler shop nope no leak here just replace 02 sensor and oil pressure value/switch. Next day check engine popped on again took back to dealer and said code is populating and now it recommends to replace wiring harness.. said it’s not running smoothly my truck sounds congested mpg has dropped considerably. Dealership said we will dive deeper called back yesterday asked if we’re sitting down and said cams &5500 new engine $14k only 173k miles. Regularly scheduled maintenance at dealership. Ram knew they had a problem didn’t t change anything and continued selling faulty product. I wish to be included in this class action lawsuit and will subscribe as indicated.
D
August 26, 2023 at 4:04 pmAny update on this dropping $9500 on a Jasper Engine after mine failed at 131k post a cylinder misfire code then lost power. Dealership reported metal in the motor after I paid to have it tires down the lifters and cams were going bad and they said Manufacturer won’t let them repair the engine
randy hatter
August 25, 2023 at 1:03 pmIN Oklahoma / 2015 ram 2500, started the lifter tick. Put it in the shop – lifter had turned sideways eating a v into the cam lobe. 5 other lobes were pitted and started going down on cam. New cam, non mds lifters, oil pump and pulsar tuner to get by the mds system. Hope to get it back this weekend.Haven’t received the shop invoice yet.
Andrew. S
August 23, 2023 at 1:13 pmMy 2016 dodge durango is having this exact problem which sprung up out of nowhere. How do I join the suit?
Christopher
August 23, 2023 at 2:53 pmAndrew, we recommend subscribing to this page for any news regarding a resolution to this case. Otherwise, nothing you need to do to join.
Erick Schmidt
October 9, 2023 at 1:12 amMy 2014 jeep grand cherokee srt is now getting the 2rd complete mopar 392 long block replaced. 65k miles in 07-2020 and now at 102k miles. Oil changed at dealership 1000 miles early along with proper brake in procedure. Code 3401 and the loudest knocking sound just started while driving to work doing 50mph. Stopped instantly and called a tow. truck again. If I have to pay for this again, I’ll be driving to fca in auburn hills to hold court in the street. $1500 spent on penzoil ultra platinum 0w40 and mopar high flow filters just on this last engine not too mention the cost of the mopar long block plus installation. Took 2 months last time I waited for the repair. I need to hire an attorney and file a lawsuit. I drive normal and only 11k miles a year. I live 20 miles from fca world headquarters in MI.
Scott Fisher
November 22, 2023 at 10:45 pmI have a 2012 that has 101,000 and showed cylinder number 3 misfire. 7,400 hundred later after replacing cam and lifters. Sounds like all years should be in law suit.
Chad Damon
August 21, 2023 at 4:40 pmI have a 2014 RAM 1500 5.7 with this same issue. Mine says cylinder 3 misfire and when I took off the valve cover, the intake on cylinder 3 is not moving. I’m assuming the lifter wore down the cam. If I do all of the work on my own, will that void any chance of me getting a reimbursement if this court case is won? Thank you for this post so we all know that we are not alone.
Christopher Rossen
August 22, 2023 at 9:17 amChad, if you do your own work you risk getting any out-of-pocket expenses not being reimbursed. Typically with these cases, there are requirements to who can perform the work to qualify for reimbursement. Hope this helps.
Mark Raymond
August 12, 2023 at 8:07 amI have a 2021 Ram Sportsman with the 5.7 e-torque motor. At 70,000 miles the engine shut off. Had it towed to a dealer. They are telling me it is a bent push rod. It has been at the dealer for 3 weeks with no more information yet. Very poor customer service. I’m dreading what they are going to quote me. And I’m afraid it will happen again.
Kevin P Adan
August 10, 2023 at 10:29 amSame issues as all! Within a month lost my engine and had to replace power steering! 2021 Dodge Ram with 87,000 miles! Out of pocket over $14,000!
Greg
August 2, 2023 at 9:14 pmJust had my 2016 Ram 1500 5.7L Laramie towed when I smelled coolant and the temp gauge spiked. I’ve always kept up with all the maintenances as scheduled and used synthetic oil. I don’t tow anything and mostly drive on highways. No warning, engine blown, going to cost at least $12k out of pocket, roughly 160k miles. I loved this truck until this morning.
mitch
July 28, 2023 at 6:54 pm2018 5.7 grand Cherokee, just spent 6500 dollars for camshaft etc.. to be replaced. while still at the dealer, i received the call that my engine locked up from a failed roller pin. they are ordering me a new engine
dave efferson
July 25, 2023 at 12:55 ami have a 2010 ram 1500 5.7 hemi i bought in 2015 with 75000 miles…i always maintained oil changes myself with castrol full synthetic 5w-20 oil…in bout 2018-2019 while at summit racing my truck wouldnt start.left it overnight then following day and got it started but wouldnt start again…i traced the problem to the ignition switch…power in…no power out…went back to summit racing to get new ignition switch only to find out ther was a recall on it…had truck towed to a local dealer KLABEN DODGE and was told no recall…after complaining loudly the service manager said they would honor the recall…2 days later was told it needed a new tipm for 998.00 installed…i asked what happened and said it shorted out…HOW DOES A FUSE BOX SHORT OUT? i asked to speak to mechanic that replaced it and was told cant happen! they refused to give me the SHORTED TIPM because supposedly sent out…aka REBUILD…3 weeks later service manager was FIRED for receiving kickbacks! now i have same issue with a wiped out cam…more thnan likely due to mds situation…going to have mds BLOCKED OFF and parts replaced with NON OEM PARTS to avoid this from happening again! dodge claims that ONLY 5 % of their vehicles do this…HOWEVER its only 5% REPORTED issues thru the dealer…not overall! do your homework before buying a dodge product!!
randy hatter
July 18, 2023 at 5:05 pmjust got the dreaded knock.
Jerry Miller
July 16, 2023 at 11:12 pmmy 2020 ram 2500 is 4000 miles out of warranty. lifters just started making a awful noise.dealership just said oh well we can help you.i want in on the lawsuit.only getting 100000 out of a 55000 dollar truck aint right.
Jon
July 9, 2023 at 10:33 amI have 2015 6.4l Ram 2500 that I had the motor totally rebuilt because of valve failure. I have worked on this engine not once but twice replacing lifters and I am still dealing with misfires and codes popping up. The truck has sat for a year total waiting for lifters to be shipped and all said and done I have spent $4000 or more on replacing parts to keep it running.
As of today it is sitting again because of code issues and misfire.
Dana German
May 8, 2023 at 8:15 am2016 Ram 1500 Outdoorsman – 5.7 Liter Hemi – 67,000 miles, Synthetic Oil and Mopar Filter every 7500 miles, 80% highway driving – Broken Valve Spring, # 6 intake.
Dealer replaced the broken spring only, took over 2 weeks and me telling them to look at Number 6 due to the plugs I replaced were BURNT and WET with fuel. They flushed my fuel system.. Go figure… I get it back and they act like all is good. Sounded like a Singer Sewing machine was installed under the hood… I lost it.. Told them it was not fixed. They said to drive for 500 miles, the lifter should pump back up.. Needless to say it did not… I dropped it back off.. 2 weeks after dropping off, I get the call to authorize a tear down to the tune of $4000.00 bucks.. Yep… And Chrysler would need to come out and inspect after tear down for warranty coverage… Another 3 weeks go by and the dealer contacts me that it’s covered under CPO warranty. Push rod on #6 Intake Valve Bent.. No kidding.. Lifter Killed the cam, replace all lifters, rocker springs and cam. Another 2 weeks passed whilst they gathered the parts. Yes, without my truck for 7 to 8 weeks plus the 2 weeks from the previous replacement of the broken valve spring.. Disgraceful. My engine time is like 200 to 2250 hours, idle / run time.. Diagnosis was oil starvation in the number 6 valve train.. I think running low RPM highway miles contributed to this issue. Oil Flow on these engines appears to be the root cause.. And they keep all the statistics hidden… I actually lost use of my vehicle for better than 2 months.. And to boot, I got it back with an Oil Leak… SMGDH…
Dana Boteler
May 1, 2023 at 11:42 am2017 RAM 2500 Laramie with 78K miles currently having a total engine replacement to the tune of $13K. Started with cylinder 5 misfire code and went downhill from there.
Steve
April 24, 2023 at 6:21 pm2011 Ram 1500 Sport here. Same issue as everyone else. My cylinder 8 is misfiring and I have notice the tick is getting worse. No catastrophic engine failure yet, but after researching this I think its only a matter of time. I’m taking it to my local Dodge next week for the diagnosis.
Dana W Boteler
May 1, 2023 at 11:44 amWhen we took it in for diagnosis the initial bill was over $2K and then the bad news it needed a new engine which was $13K. If you truck is still running don’t let them take your engine apart. Trade it in for anything other than a HEMI and save yourself a lot of grief and dollars.
Lee
April 22, 2023 at 10:59 amI have a 2014 dodge charger Hemi and just paid 6000.00 dollars to get it fixed due to the engine failure. I would like to be part of the class action suit.
Jeremy Lee
April 5, 2023 at 3:32 amI have a 2014 Ram 1500 Bighorn and just recently I started to take note of the ticking sound. I took it to my known machanic who stated it was the Lifter. Once he doved into the area, it was determained that the lifter was broke and the camshaft was damage because of this. Due to the small metal from the lifters, they are now saying I need to buy a new engine (Est. 12,000) or replace the lifter and camshaft (Est. 3,000) and plain on this happening again or complete engine failure due to the metal parts entering the engine. I will like to stay on top of this topic and see what the courts can do for us and the headaches it is causing.
Jason
March 30, 2023 at 5:48 pm2014 Grand Cherokee SRT. Been at the Dealership for two weeks, as they went through diagnostics. The code ended up being a misfire on cylinder 3. I have done my research and know where this is leading to. They called me today to say they are now thinking it’s mechanical and want to take the heads off to investigate. I mentioned the known issue with the lifters and he played it like he’s never heard about it…
Chris Peterson
March 26, 2023 at 5:21 pmI just recently noticed a loud ticking noise on my 2015 Ram SLT 1500 5,7 V-8 Hemi motor and it only has a little over 109,000 I was wondering how l could get help on paying over $5.500.00 estimated Truck repairs on my motor ?
Christopher
March 27, 2023 at 6:08 amChris, you will have to pay out of pocket for the repair until this case reaches a conclusion. Have the repair done at a Dodge/RAM service center, ask for a warranty for the work, and keep all receipts of service performed. If/when this case reaches a conclusion, you may receive reimbursement for the fix.
Kevin
March 24, 2023 at 12:20 amHow do I join this lawsuit. I have a 2015 Ram 1500 and I am starting to experience problems.
Christopher
March 24, 2023 at 1:30 pmKevin, nothing you need to do but I would recommend subscribing to this post for news alerts.
Tom Ady
March 17, 2023 at 4:09 amMy 2011 Ram 1500 with the 5.7 hemi threw some codes at 95,500 miles. I discovered a lifter had seized the roller and then machined off a cam lobe. Dealer recommended a remanufactured engine at $7600. I contacted the manufacturer and they denied having a problem with the 5.7.
I purchased a Raptor and the Ram is sitting dead on my property.
Mike
March 16, 2023 at 12:50 pmI recently as of Feb/Mar 23 received the now famous 5.7 Hemi Tic. I’ve had my 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited parked for over a month now and want to join in on the action law suit if possible.
Mark J Colacicco
March 15, 2023 at 8:36 amI have a 2014 ram 1500 bighorn that’s doing the same thing. Chirping at idle and also the tic until it warms up. Just bought the truck not Even a year ago taking to my 2nd mechanic today. I pretty sure it’s the MDS valves that are the problem so any help would be greatly appreciated.
Ethan McAllister
March 4, 2023 at 3:47 amJust subscribed to this Email thread. I have 2013 Dodge Charger 6.4 hemi. I had heard of all the horror stories on these motors after buying it! Bought the car at 65k miles, now has 163k and I just lost a lifter. Definitely need to see about having the more years put into this lawsuit. As clearly it’s a problem for more than just those years! Not looking forward to spending 4-5k to get the motor fixed!
Jim
March 3, 2023 at 10:23 pm2016 Ram 1500 bought new and has less than 52,000 miles. December 2022 At 50,000 miles #1 Cylinder MDS solenoid failed and a lifter plunger seized .050 down in its bore causing a loud tick. I caught it immediately and there was no cam damage. I replaced all the left side lifters and the bad MDS solenoid myself because the truck was out of warranty and I dont trust the dealers anyhow. You drop your vehicle off with one problem and you get it back with three! Cost me about $600 bucks and 8 hours of time.
James Robbins
March 3, 2023 at 3:51 pm2016 Ram 1500 sport..had lifter and cam failed..I had to fix out of pocket..where do I file my complaint?
Kenneth logue
March 3, 2023 at 11:42 amI have a 2016 ram 2500 big horn 6.4 and I have had to replace my cam and lifters 2 times already within 88,000 miles do to the mds it’s a joke 1 time it was done at a shop and the other time I did it the dealer wants 8,000 to do it. Now it’s at the dealer and they are saying I have to do it again wtf is going on with ram. I love my dodge trucks and will not buy any other make I pray they fix it and make it right
Christopher
March 3, 2023 at 2:58 pmKenneth, what assurance has the dealer given you that this problem won’t happen again after fixing the truck? Are they giving you a warranty?
Don
February 13, 2023 at 4:40 pmI have a 2011Ram 1500 I am the second owner.
Bought it with 28k miles on it had been garaged and well taken care of and it was like new. Did all required services on it through the dealership from day one. When I hit 128k miles I had to have the engine rebuilt. Cost me over &7k out of pocket. The rollers and needle bearings on the lifters were frozen due to lack of oiling which in turn damaged the cam. How do I go about recouping my expenses since this was a failure due to factory design flaw.
Thank you,
Don B.
Angel Flores
January 29, 2023 at 1:52 am2014 Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi. Oregon.
It started with the Hemi tick, there was a loud knock and rattling while driving 65mph, but instantly kept driving fine until I parked it and started it back on it was very rough.
Mechanic replaced camshaft and lifters but debris ended up in the engine.
I had all these parts replaced by a certified mechanic twice but he suggested the engine will have to be replaced at some point since debris likely fell inside the engine. Now there’s a burnt smell every time I use the truck. Spent over 3k.
Tyler young
January 17, 2023 at 10:53 pmI have a 2015 grand cherokee SRT. 106k miles on it. Brought it in dealership with P0300, P0304 missfire codes. Thought was going to be spark plugs. Engine making noise clearly. Quoted new engine due to cylinder failure, metal throughout.
This is ridic. Extended service place being sketchy & denying claim due to maintenance which is complete horse shit. I need to know what to do to get involved with this… I can’t afford a new engine now owe money on the car still.
Justin
January 17, 2023 at 9:53 pm2012 Chrysler 300c. Remote started Christmas day to head home after family gathering. Ran for less than 30 seconds and shut off. Went out to manual start, check engine light and a bad shake. Ran code, misfire cylinder #2. Took it to shop on the Tuesday when everything was open again. Had maintenance done with spark plugs and coil packs test. Loud tick with new plugs. Got a diagnosis done, Camshaft lobe warped, Lifters worn and bent push-rods. Now borrowing a vehicle until repairs or find a cheap vehicle in mean time. Merry Christmas to me! Not sure how I feel about replacing with OEM parts to risk it happening again. This has been a stressful start to a new year.
Joshua Baumann
January 2, 2023 at 11:49 amI have a 2016 ram 1500 5.7 liter not even 87000 miles on it it has lifter failure and the dealer wants 14000 dollars to fix it and I just bought it a month and half ago
Phil Sargent
January 2, 2023 at 11:18 am2021 Ram 2500 with 6.4 Hemi in late October and 6 weeks later it’s in the shop with a $6200 estimate due to failed lifters and cam shaft.
Amanda MacShane
December 30, 2022 at 8:15 amI have a 2015 challenger with a 6.4L at 74k my motor went sending metal throughout..this happened in march of 22…already on My 2nd motor and not even 10k in this motor is acting worst than the first one loss of power, surging and runs rough. Had the transmission replaced as well the cost of this was 23k under warranty but after the installation I was having problems and dealership ignored me till I ran out of warranty in July 22.. now there telling me there’s nothing wrong with it and I’d have to pay out of pocket..I still owe on this car and regret the day I bought it should’ve stuck to my camaros…
Marshall Ward
December 13, 2022 at 12:00 amI am actually standing over my son’s 3rd motor for this truck that I am refreshing from a junkyard because his other motors were completely shelled when they dropped their valve seats causing catastrophic engine failure and as a certified mechanic i am more than sure that even this engine that I have several man hours invested not to mention thousands of dollars because no engine companies sell remaned 5.7L Hemis because there are no rebuildable cores out there because when they blow, and they will the entire motor becomes a boat anchor. We recently also installed my father-in-laws 2nd motor that has had the famous hemi tick since day one. Not to mention both vehicles are one their 2nd transmission and luckily my father-in-laws truck is only it’s 3rd rear differential because my son’s truck is on it’s 7th right now. What happened to the days when dodge ruled the drag strips and the entire driveline was once quoted in an old hot-rod issue as the one to beat and indestructible. Someone needs to take responsibility for allowing this problem to go on a long as it has and knowingly continued to allow these vehicles to be built and sold under those conditions because it was more about profits than pride to them.
Mikey B
December 26, 2022 at 3:25 pmI’m pissed, my engine blew at 150,740 I think, real close to that. Then I proceeded to get it rebuilt, 9 k later! I only got 35k and some change before it started knocking in lower end of engine! I’m pissed! I still owe on a grip as well! I’m jumping onto this lawsuit for sure!
Rick Hobson
December 6, 2022 at 7:36 pmSame issue 2015 Ram 1500 5.7 hemi. Ticking started then engine cut out going down highway. Then ran ok for a month but constant ticking. Got to checking and decided to trade truck. 162000 miles. 4500 allowed for trade in. Paid truck off in June 2022 and had issue in July 2022. On top of all of that…truck came with a lifetime power train warranty. 2 years into payments Chrysler informed me they would NOT honor lifetime warranty any longer. What a crappy company. NEVER WILL I PURCHASE ANOTHER RAM DODGE CHRYSLER OR FIAT POS AGAIN. This 40 thousand dollar truck cost me about 65000. They should reimburse each and everyone of us the full cost to us!
Sal Diliberto
December 5, 2022 at 3:00 pmNot quite sure whom to contact to get on the class action lawsuit since NONE of the attorney’s I’ve contacted in CA, FLA, and PA know anything about this – or simply do NOT return calls. Any help from anyone on this? Or is this a scam????
Christopher
December 6, 2022 at 7:53 amHi Sal, we typically do not make public the attorneys leading these cases. However, if you look through the complaint document attached to this post, you will find Berger Montague PC, Capstone APC, Kopelowitz Ostrow Ferguson Weiselberg Gilbert, and Gordon & Partners, P.A. are the firms representing the plaintiffs: SHAWN PETR, MIKE FAIRCHILD, DAVID KINCHEN. Hope this helps!
Bob
November 28, 2022 at 8:00 pm2022 hemi 5.7 less than 2000 miles engine seized. Engine replaced.
Greg
November 23, 2022 at 7:40 am2014 3500 6.4 with 70,000 miles. My engine is shot metal all through it.
Jason
November 18, 2022 at 3:01 pm2015 Dodge Durango Citadel 5.7L, ticking and now diagnoses of engine replacement. Sitting in a shop and will cost more than $11k for a reman…..subscribed and eager to join any class action.
John
November 7, 2022 at 2:58 pmI have a 2012 Chrysler 300 SRT 8. It has 70,000 miles on it. Just started ticking. I talked with the Dealer this morning and was told that it was probably a seized lifter. They want $600 to tell me if it can be rebuilt or if I need to replace the engine.
Jim Koury
November 3, 2022 at 4:44 pmI just dropped $5k to replace cam, lifters, pushrods and all the stuff that goes with it. Who are the attorneys that filed and how do I get involved?
David Leas
November 1, 2022 at 4:12 pmI am now in the same situation with my 2016 Laramie Longhorn 2500 4×4. As soon as the tick started, I parked it. It has been started once for a mechanic. We find no shavings in the oil but it will cost more than $2000 in parts, and an additional $1500 in labor unless we fix it ourselves. Is there a status on this class action?
Ronda K
October 31, 2022 at 3:33 pm2017 2500hd just over 80,000 and it left me stranded in a middle of an intersection. Cam and lifters went out, no notice, no ticking, nothing. Still not repaired, been about a month so far. Piece of junk if you ask me. I live in Michigan, can we be a part of this lawsuit, if so how?
Charles
July 10, 2023 at 1:25 amI have a 2014 Jeep grand cherokee 5.7 hemi. I have alot of issues with this car recently. I have my receipts from the dealership and can prove that I have always kept up with the maintenance of the SUV. But my last experience was terrible. I drove my jeep into the dealership. I had cylinder 3 misfiring and the vehicle was shaking bad. They had it for two days. Misdiagnosed the issues then try to sell me an refurbished engine for $16,000.. WHAT??. I’m have a master mechanical license and an owner of a mechanical company. I thought I could take it on my self, but there is no or very little information on how this damn engine works. It’s like the engine is built on hope and prayers. And finding parts is nitemare. AND LET NOT FORGET WE THE PEOPLE BAILED THEM as in chrysler OUT BECAUSE THEY WERE TO BIG TO FAIL, but newsflash THEY STILL FAILED. These chrysler a**hats didn’t pay us back, sold off into another company, like running out on a tab. And yet my once very valuable vehicle sits in my garage waiting parts so I can install the new parts and still have the same issue… thanks Jeep/chrysler/Dodge, fiat… or whatever they call themselves or however they self identify.
Please keep me updated thanks
Charles
Susan
October 13, 2022 at 1:27 pmThanks for posting this information. My husband and I bought a 2017 RAM 1500 5.7 HEMI brand new and paid cash. Kept up oil changes every 10k, the truck only has 39k on it. It just started tapping. Paid for the synthetic oil changes and this noise has us very concerned. I subscribed, and appreciate the detailed information posted here. Very informative. Thank you!
Trevor Finch
October 2, 2022 at 9:11 pmI have a 2013 ram 1500 with the same issues. ECO doesn’t work, loss of power, shaking while driving at low RPM and misfire in cylinder 3. Replaced all spark plugs and coil packs which did nothing. Cam and lifters need replaced but a new motor from a different company with a 100000 mile warranty is almost the same price and sounds better than replacing with a dodge motor that will have the same issues. This is definitely a problem that Chrysler needs to address instead of trying to keep it hidden
Stephen Hughes
September 17, 2022 at 11:47 amThanks for the information, Christopher. My meticulous maintained 07 Hemi 5.7 had camshaft failure and metal in motor at 200,000 KM during the heat dome of July 2021. Stranded on the highway..no noise or symptom or ticks. Bought a brand-new Canadian Crate Engine built by Dodge. Been at the shop for 8 Months now. Leaking rear main seal on brand new motor with less than 100KM on it. Lost Transmission, Speedometer and ABS Control module in process. F you too Dodge~!~ Will another Brand-New Motor be just as good? I don’t want it anymore as I cannot trust it to be a safe and reliable product. The money wasted would have bought me a better more reliable vehicle and I would still be in business and sleeping at night instead of chewing on my pillows with rage.
Katelyn Salter
September 9, 2022 at 10:52 amYea got a 2015 Dodge Charger 5.7 and at 96k started the hemi tick and a week later started the misfire and power loss. Now having to do a top and bottom rebuild to get her back on top.
Bobby conley
September 5, 2022 at 9:01 pm2015 ram 1500 5.7 hemi , we just put a motor in it due to the lifter in cylinder 3 went out and bent the rods
Brent Perry
August 26, 2022 at 3:36 pmHello Christopher,
I have a 2012 Ram 1500 with the 5.7 tick… If I read correctly, this lawsuit does not apply to the 2012 year (only 2014 and up). Is there a reason other years with the exact same problem are not being included? Thanks for your time and effort, Brent.
Christopher
August 29, 2022 at 9:35 amNot sure honestly Brent, but suspect it has something to do with the warranty.
Carolyn Hoepf
August 15, 2022 at 7:00 am2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. Just got it June of this year was driving on highway with my husband and 2 kids. It made a bad grinding noise totally shut itself down. Turns out we need a new engine. Only has 1,659 miles. Waited 6 months to get this car built drove it for just 2 months and now will be waiting once again bc I am told the engine is on back order.
Gary
August 10, 2022 at 2:45 pmI have a 2017 dodge challenger same issue I have a lifter tick I bought the car at a certified dealer and only put 200 miles on it now the dealer is avoiding my calls🤬
Jon Woods
August 3, 2022 at 12:43 pm2014 ram 1500. Just over 100,000km which is pretty low for an 8 year old truck. “Hemi tick” started very mildly at about 70k only on the passenger side. By now its both sides and there seems to be some minor power loss. Been told since way before warranty was up that its fine and normal. As soon as warranty was up my dealer said I should let them fix the studs….weird. As of yet there has been no catastrophic issues but I feel like its just a waiting game.
Joseph Clerkin
March 28, 2023 at 7:30 am2014 Ram 1500 Outdoorsman 170, 671 miles, 5.7 hemi, just replace my engine on March 8 2023, cylinder number 3 was very bad I’m out of pocket $ 12,000. How do I get in on this lawsuit.
Craig Richards
July 25, 2022 at 9:44 pmMy 2020 ram 1500 has only done 35,000 kilometres and the tick has started
Todd
July 20, 2022 at 11:34 am190,000 on my 2014 ram 1500. Just got done replacing the cam, lifters and all associated parts. Ticks more now than before.
Hoping this lawsuit actually pays out.
Steven
July 18, 2022 at 7:50 amIv owned an paid off my 2012 dodge 1500 hemi .on a 5 year payment plan my truck has just over 100k miles . I parked it trying to figure out the problem. Iv replaced the spark plugs the coil packs iv had it checked out from local shops nomatter what I do.. it has a ticking, knocking like sound. When the rpms are down it bougs out an starts shaking everywhere it says misfire on cylinder 3 when the codes are ran. It is missfiring so bad it shakes. Iv parked it still trying to find out what it is.. bt everything the lawsuit against them says is exactly what is wrong with My truck so they atleasf have to fix it or reimburse my money I’m out this has been ongoing for years now an has gotten to the point I can’t drive it
Joseph Clerkin
March 28, 2023 at 7:22 amHow do I get in on this lawsuit, I just replace my 5.7 hemi engine last week because the number 3 cylinder was bad. I have a 2014 Ram 1500, 170, 610
Bryan smallman
July 8, 2022 at 8:07 am2009 dodge ram 1500 5.7l hemi 148,000 miles lifter failure on cylinder #8. Replaced all lifters before hurting the cam, now 15,000 Miles later cylinder #2 lifter failure. What a joke dodge…..
Aaron
June 26, 2022 at 3:41 pmChristopher,
Thank you for compiling this information. I recently suffered the same cam/lifter fate on a 2015 Ram with only 80,000 miles. Is there a way that others like myself can support the lawsuit? Its outrageous that a valvetrain can’t even make it to 100k miles!
Christopher
June 27, 2022 at 7:51 amYou’re welcome Aaron. No, nothing you need to do other than save all receipts of work related to the issue.
Aaron
July 6, 2022 at 12:02 amHow long does a typical class action lawsuit take to play out? I’m guessing years but I really have no idea.
Christopher
July 6, 2022 at 12:25 pmAaron, it really all depends on certain circumstances. But I would say on average, more than a year.
Aaron
August 7, 2022 at 11:37 pmAny updates on this class action suit? Or, know of a location where updates are provided?
Christopher
August 12, 2022 at 11:14 amNothing current, but subscribe to this post and will add updates once received.
Michael Corey McCormick
January 26, 2023 at 10:22 pmIs there a firm handling this case. 550.00 a month sitting in the driveway needing a motor.
Jonny
June 22, 2022 at 10:53 amI have 2 trucks 3500 and 2500 the 3500-6.4 hemmi 2020 with 89k start doing the kicking I take it to the dealer and warranty is expire. They want 12k or over to fixed! I still own 28k on it! I may just let f*** my credit and don’t put any more money on it!
Midland Texas
Mike
October 26, 2022 at 10:12 amI’m dealing with this right now along with the failed exhaust manifold gaskets and broken bolts. All my research on this shows that hemi engines with out MDS system do not have this issue also been told it’s a cam Harding issue during the mfg process the cam
Lobe is metal is to soft and fails do heat
Don pressing
June 20, 2022 at 8:23 pm2012 same issues cam and lifter replaced and now it Knicks and consumes oil
John Riley
April 25, 2023 at 1:38 pmI have a 2008 ram 1500 with A570 mm complete failure is there any way I can get in on this lawsuit?
Kris
June 11, 2022 at 8:25 amI’m looking to jump on an active Lawsuit
I had a faulty Lifter & roller that ate my Cam. Shelled out over 3+k to get it fixed. Not to mention a whole month of not having a vehicle.
So if you have any info please contact me.
Christopher
June 11, 2022 at 2:17 pmKris we recommend subscribing to this post for news or announcements pertaining to this suit.
Morris morgan
October 5, 2022 at 11:00 amI have a 2014 ram 1500. $5700 for repairs due to lifter failures. This is just now coming to light. I have talked to numerous local and national attorney law firms and no one is willing to take this case. I have another friend that it has happened to his 300 Chrysler as well. $5500 for his fix. We need help to get this out.
Mary Ellen Barker
March 2, 2023 at 4:30 amI have a 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 and have this Problem I thought this Truck would be a good work truck
anthony
March 31, 2023 at 11:00 pmI have 2014 Ram 1500 5.7L hemi, I also replaced lifters, coils, spark plugs, and Computer control module at approximately 60,000 miles. It continued the tapping noise after lifters was completed. My # eight cylinder misfires, idles rough at stop position and acceleration up to 40 plus mph.
I going this week to try to have the engine repaired again.
Eric Peterson
April 27, 2023 at 11:39 pmI’m following. Have a 2014 Ram 1500 with 5.7L Hemi. Original engine crapped at 160k miles about 1-1/2 years ago. Replaced engine just under $10 k. 3 weeks ago 2nd engine cratered at 49,000 miles. Engine was covered by builder, but being over time have to pay labor and incidentals roughly another $3500 out of my pocket. After the replacement for it was installed, it failed during my shops test drive (whopping 30-45 minutes, yes minutes). I used to love my truck but have quickly grown extremely leery of its success “when” it gets 3rd reman engine put in. Already looking at GM vehicles again. Ram has turned me away.
Marcia L G
June 19, 2023 at 6:58 pm2015 Dodge Ram 1500 Big Horn 5.7 Hemi started with a faint tick 2 weeks ago and now has gotten louder.
Adam Henshall
December 19, 2022 at 9:17 pmMy 2015 Dodge Ram Sport just experienced engine failure with regards to this. Only 157,000KM absolutely crazy when a vehicle can’t outlast the payments. DODGE wants $16,000 to replace the entire engine
Nick
January 27, 2023 at 9:13 amAre 2013 1500 5.7 Hemi’s going to be included in this?? My engine just died last week from the same thing. All lifters and the camshafts had to be replaced. It is the same engine that is in the 2014 1500.
Christopher
January 27, 2023 at 3:50 pmNick, there isn’t any current information suggesting MY2013 will be included.
Barry Ballew
February 20, 2023 at 3:58 am2012 Ram.This will be the 3rd ( and last) time I buy yet another engine due to the same exact thing.This one only lasted 30k miles.Absolute garbage.
Mark J Colacicco
March 15, 2023 at 8:35 amI have a 2014 ram 1500 bighorn that’s doing the same thing. Chirping at idle and also the tic until it warms up. Just bought the truck not Even a year ago taking to my 2nd mechanic today. I pretty sure it’s the MDS valves that are the problem so any help would be greatly appreciated.
Fulecha pope
June 6, 2023 at 1:45 pmI’m having the same issue who do I talk to about the law suit I have 2015 ram 2500 6.4 l and it’s in the shop as we speak please help
Jay
August 25, 2023 at 4:43 pmMy 2013 had the same engine as the 2014 and I’m having all the same problems. I can’t even find my truck year and make on anything. It’s like it doesn’t exist
Perry Lambert
January 30, 2023 at 10:20 pmBoth my son and I have this problem, my son is In the process of having his diagnosed and repaired for approximately 3000.00 +.
Kenneth
March 3, 2023 at 3:37 pmSame thing 3 engines
Same results one only lasted 35 miles
Carla Clar
July 5, 2023 at 6:57 pmWhy isn’t the manufacturer of the vehicles responsible for correcting this widespread problem?Anyone stuck with a vehicle that cannot be fixed will never ever purchase another vehicle from that disreputable company again. Very bad marketing strategy
Duane Webster
July 22, 2023 at 3:28 pmI am having this problem with my 2014 Ram 1500 5.7 hemi I am currently looking for a new engine for my truck and saving up money
Lisa
June 20, 2022 at 12:00 pmWill let you let me know if you find anything Kris? Just had the engine suddenly stop working on 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited and founding a ton of problems with the 5.6L HEMI engine. I see a lot of issues in searching, but curious why they are not including the 2010’s with the same engine that has already been recalled by Chrysler for the exact same engine in their Dodge Challengers and a couple others?
Michael Kane
July 1, 2023 at 11:09 amI have a 2017 Dodge Challenger Scat Pack with 6.4l. My car is a 6 speed and doesn’t have the mds. I have only 38k on my motor and its at the dealership for the same issue with motor failure from the lifters eating up the cam lobes and then grenading the entire engine. I am having the worst , most horrible experience with the dealership “Empire CJDR Of West Islip” in NY. They are fighting me the whole way. Trying not to fix it under warranty! Buyer beware! This is a known issue that Dodge knows about for years. Just do the right thing and stand behind your craftsmanship and fix these issues for the consumers that it happens to. What happened to America? No one ever does the right thing anymore!! VERY DISAPPOINTING!!
Devon
August 15, 2022 at 11:30 amI got a 08 police interceptor 5.7 and my lifters and my cam went out and I got the Hemi tick my car been sitting down for a month because I can’t drive it cuz I’m scared my motor going to blow
Raju
November 1, 2022 at 6:50 pmI was just quoted $5500 by the Dealership to replace the Lifters and Cam Shaft. My concern is that since I am getting a misfire code, has the Metal from the breakdown down of the components entered other parts of the Motor. I followed the Manufacturers specs of oils changes at intervals of 10k miles with synthetic oil.. This is currently a nightmare, This is a known issue and Mopar will not fix it. Please let me know how to join this Class Action Suit and let my voice be put on record.
Justin Johnson
January 21, 2023 at 8:38 pmMy 2015 Ram 1500 went out while I was driving right when I made my last payment. It said throttle body was out. Company said I needed a new motor. I also had a constant ticking noise even after I took it to the dealership to be fixed.
Thomas king
March 4, 2023 at 11:31 pm2014 2500 6.4. Lost cylinder 6. Initially had misfire. Diagnosed to s cam lobe and lifter failure. Metal they out the motor. 164000 miles. Replaced with new motor, took 5 months to get. Took another 4 months to get running because nobody new to do a cam/crank correlation relearn when I had towed to Chrysler and they said ecu bad. Out $12500 and replaced motor myself.
DGarcia
July 4, 2023 at 2:57 am$13,000 later my entire engine was replaced due to total engine failure from this issue.
Don Novotney
July 10, 2023 at 6:26 pmMy 2018 Ram Laramie 2500 6.4L hemi lifters bit the dust today in Wendover, NV. Stuck at a campground until Ram can get me in on 7/31/23. All the Ram dealers are swamped with repairs. Looks like a complete rebuild will take over 14 hours.
“Stuck in Wendover with a fifth wheel!”
Andy
July 21, 2023 at 12:04 pmSame here. 2019 Gen III hemi 1500. Only 50K miles on it and already ticking.
Jason
August 23, 2023 at 2:56 pmWhy in the world is my 2014 GC SRT (in dealership service for 6 months!!) going to need a new long block at a quote price of $22k! I keep seeing others saying $6k or less. Ridiculous!