RAM 1500 Maintenance Costs
A RAM 1500 will cost about $18,469 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.
This is more than the industry average for popular pickup models by $8,364. There is also a 54.80% chance that a 1500 will require a major repair during that time. This is 26.06% worse than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.
An extended warranty is strongly recommended.
$5,676
Cost of maintenance/repair in the first five years.
This is less than the industry average for popular Pickup models by $18,470.
8%
Chance that this car will need a major repair in its first five years.
This is 55% better than similar vehicles in this segment.
Warranty Score:
RAM 1500
The lower your score, the more likely you are to use a warranty within the first 10 years of your car’s life. An extended warranty is strongly recommended.
This value is determined by the cost of maintenance and the likelihood of repair values.
Get QuoteRAM 1500 Maintenance Costs
| Year | Major Repair Probability | Annual Costs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5.65% | $700 |
| 2 | 9.38% | $837 |
| 3 | 10.52% | $1,053 |
| 4 | 18.58% | $1,400 |
| 5 | 26.61% | $1,686 |
| 6 | 29.93% | $2,137 |
| 7 | 32.29% | $2,487 |
| 8 | 41.74% | $2,622 |
| 9 | 46.13% | $2,713 |
| 10 | 54.80% | $2,834 |
| 11 | 84.88% | $3,012 |
| 12 | 105.59% | $3,288 |
RAM 1500 Maintenance Schedule
| Mileage | Recommended Maintenance |
|---|---|
| 8,000 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 16,000 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 24,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter |
| 32,000 | Replace Air Filter, Spark Plugs Replacement, Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter |
| 40,000 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 48,000 | Rotate Tires, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 56,000 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 64,000 | Replace Air Filter, Spark Plugs Replacement, Rotate Tires, Ignition Cable (Spark plug wires) Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 72,000 | Rotate Tires, Change Oil and Filter |
| 80,000 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush |
| 88,000 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 96,000 | Replace Air Filter, Rotate Tires, Ignition Cable (Spark plug wires) Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Spark Plugs Replacement |
| 104,000 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires, Cooling System Flush |
| 112,000 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 120,000 | Rotate Tires, Serpentine/Drive Belt Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Transmission Fluid Service |
| 128,000 | Replace Air Filter, Spark Plugs Replacement, Rotate Tires, Ignition Cable (Spark plug wires) Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
| 136,000 | Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires |
| 144,000 | Rotate Tires, Spark Plugs Replacement, Change Oil and Filter |
What About RAM 1500 Insurance Costs?
The average cost to insure a RAM 1500 is about $2,303 per year. This adds up to around $11,515 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a RAM 1500. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure
RAM 1500 Maintenance Rankings
We've ranked over 200 models from best to worst for Maintenance. See where the RAM 1500 ranks for Maintenance compared to other vehicles. Also check out how the 1500 stacks up in our rankings for Depreciation, Insurance and Overall Costs.
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