RAM 1500 TRX DT
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
711 PS
6.2L Supercharged V8 Benzin
TRX Hellcat — 702 hp, 4.7 mpg city, zero regrets
Legendary!Engine Overview
The RAM 1500 TRX DT is available with one engine variant at 264 hp.
The RAM 1500 TRX (Petrol, 712 PS) has the Hellcat-6.2-TRX (6.2L Supercharged V8) — rated: "Be Careful", 3 known weaknesses.
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear window leaks — water intrusion into cab Seal on the sliding rear window and CHMSL gasket at the rear roofline allows water entry. Primarily affects 2019–2021, often associated with the sliding glass window. TSB exists, sealant kit available under warranty. Symptoms: Wet carpet behind rear seat, damp headliner, mold smell from 30,000 km | Low | |
| Paint chipping and orange peel — thin clear coat Owners report 50-150+ paint chips within the first year, primarily on hood, bumper, and grille. Orange peel texture visible and tactile on darker colors (Graphite Gray, Patriot Blue, Black Diamond). 2022+ models significantly worse than 2019-2021 builds. Generally not covered under warranty — dealers classify as road damage. PPF (paint protection film) recommended on new purchases. Symptoms: Visible paint chips clustered on front bumper and hood, textured orange peel surface on body panels, paint peeling near front sensors on bumper fascia from 15,000 km | Medium | |
| Aluminum hood corrosion — paint bubbling from inside Aluminum hood develops oxidation corrosion beneath the paint layer, visible as bubbling on the surface. Not traditional rust — aluminum oxide forms from moisture trapped between paint and bare aluminum. Palpable from both sides of the hood. Similar issue documented on Ford aluminum-body vehicles. Warranty coverage under 5-year corrosion warranty if caught early, but RAM has denied claims on older vehicles. Symptoms: Paint bubbling on hood surface, bumps felt on underside of hood, no visible paint chips or cracks at onset from 80,000 km | Medium |
Top Reported Issues
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Known Problems and Issues
A total of 21 weaknesses have been documented for the RAM 1500 TRX DT (2021–2024) — 14 engine-related and 7 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Body, Suspension, Gearbox, Electronics.
1500 TRX (Hellcat-6.2-TRX, 2021–2024) — Be Careful: Supercharger intercooler leaks — coolant in cylinder, Heat management — power reduction at high charge air temps, Supercharger snout bearing wear — grinding noise at idle. Power: 712 PS.
What to watch out for with the RAM 1500 TRX? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee