2018 RAM 1500 vs 2018 Toyota Tundra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2018 RAM 1500 | 2018 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 644 | 99 |
| Recall campaigns | 15 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 497 | 227 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 4 |
| Fire reports | 8 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–23 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 37,000 mi | 10,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | RAM 1500 | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 157 | 26 |
| Engine | 108 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 79 | 16 |
| Steering | 78 | 4 |
| Service Brakes | 41 | 22 |
| Power Train | 57 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 51 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 45 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 39 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 26 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 25 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 20 | 0 |
| Overheating | 9 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
2018 RAM 1500
2018 Toyota Tundra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.