Ram250020155.7L/ram/2500/2015/5-7l/
DJ platform

2015 Ram 2500 — 5.7L

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2015 2500 5.7L. Covers both the standard and High Output 5.7L.

Body TRUCKEngine 5.7L

Built on the DJ platform, the 2015 Ram 2500 is a truck powered by a 5.7L engine that requires 7.0 quarts of 5W-20 API oil to maintain proper lubrication. While robust in configuration, the vehicle carries 15 recalls and 211 total owner complaints, with steering issues dominating the list of reported problems. Contextualized within the model's 2009-2021 reliability history, the 2015 model year sits far below the worst-ever 2018 peak of 2,493 complaints but well above the 2009 low of just 5, marking it as a moderately problematic year that demands particular attention to its steering systems.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20 APIOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI H7 · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 04892339BE. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI H7 · 730 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeREG/CREW LT235/80R17EOEM · verified
Wheel / rim8.0 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter04892339BE alt 05083285AA
Engine air filter68441763AA alt 53034051AB
Fuel filter68194705AB alt 68157291AA
Spark plugSP138239AC alt SP143877AB
BatteryBBH7F001AA
Front wiper blades55277446AB
Serpentine belt04627751AA alt 04593852AB
Thermostat52028898AJ alt 68534176AA

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length213 in
Overall width80.7 in
Overall height99.2 in
Wheelbase135.8 in
Curb weight4782 lb
Track (front / rear)71.3 / 70.5 in

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7.0 qt of 5W-20 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF+4
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity5.0-6.5
Brake FluidDOT 3
Clutch FluidDOT 3
Differential Gear Oil Capacity215FD Front Axle
Engine Coolant Capacity18.3
Engine OilAPI · SAE 5W · MS-6395
Engine Oil Capacity7.0 qt

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts32
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts9

Chassis torques

Leaf Spring to Axle (U-bolts)110.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Chassis Bracket254.5 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Rear Shackle160.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring Rear Shackle to Chassis Bracket160.0 ft-lbs
Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts80.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug15.0-22.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug15.0-22.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub149 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-5-3-6-2-4
Cylinder Firing Order1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity18.08 lbs
RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.18-1.38 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity6.00-6.10 oz
RefrigerantR134a

Service checks

Secondary Fuel Pump Pressure500 ml in 10 seconds psi
Engine Compression350 min psi / Maximum Variation 2 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 24; Rear: 22 /; Front: 24; Rear: 22
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt TorqueFront: 260; Rear: 190 /; Front: 260; Rear: 190
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 9.5; Rear: 17.3 /
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.040; Rear: 0.040 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: 1.472; Rear: 1.275
Variation from Parallelism Thickness Variation.0004
Maximum Rotor Runout.0009
Maximum Drum DiameterFront and Rear: NA; Parking Brake: 8.157

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages
1Bolts 1-1025 ft. lbs
2Bolts 11-1515 ft. lbs
3Bolts 1-1040 ft. lbs
4Bolts 11-1515 ft. lbs
5Bolts 1-1090 degrees
6Bolts 11-1525 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 6 stages
1Bolts 1-1025 ft. lbs
2Bolts 11-1515 ft. lbs
3Bolts 1-1040 ft. lbs
4Bolts 11-1515 ft. lbs
5Bolts 1-1090 degrees
6Bolts 11-1525 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 15,000 mi; coolant every 15,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 15,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miDiesel Emissions Fluid (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft U-Joint (lubricate) · Tie Rod (lubricate) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 8,000 miBattery (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (lubricate) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Transmission Assembly (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 15,500 miFuel Tank Filler Cap O-Ring (inspect)
Every 18,000 miFuel Filter (replace)
Every 22,500 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Parking Brake System (inspect)
Every 30,000 miCV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (inspect fluid level) · Wheel Bearing (inspect)
Every 36,000 miFuel Tank (inspect)
Every 67,500 miEngine Breather Filter (replace)

Owner how-tos

Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.

Common procedures

Key fob — remote (RKE) programming programming new fob buttons Dealer tool OEM · verified
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith)
WhyTransmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module
Anti-theft (SKIS) — module initialization after immobilizer module replacement Dealer tool OEM · verified
When neededAfter Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement
Tool requiredDRBIII scan tool
Also requiredThe vehicle's four-digit PIN code

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2015 Ram 2500 sits in a problematic middle ground within this generation. With 211 complaints, it is notably better than the preceding 2014 model (340) and the following 2017 (671) and 2018 (2,493) years, but its 15 recalls and 519 TSBs are among the highest in the entire dataset, indicating that the vehicle had numerous known issues that required official fixes. The top complaint areas—Steering, Power Train, Engine, and Electrical System—suggest persistent mechanical and electrical concerns. While the 2015 is not the worst year on record, its elevated recall and TSB counts mean a prospective buyer must verify that all recall work has been completed and should budget for potential repairs. It is a cautious buy compared to the lower-complaint 2019 or 2020 models, but may be acceptable if thoroughly inspected and maintained.

15
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
519
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
4
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
211
Owner complaints
13 involved a crash · 3 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 211 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Steering28
Power Train25
Engine20
Electrical System13
Vehicle Speed Control13
Service Brakes10
Unknown Or Other10
Tires10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 15 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V021000Steering:Linkages:Drag:Link:ConnectionReported 25/01/2019

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Ram 3500 and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and Ram 2500 vehicles. The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate. Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve, free of…

18E096000Steering:LinkagesReported 16/10/2018

Streetcar ORV LLC (Streetcar) is recalling certain American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) 3" Dualsport aftermarket suspension kits, part numbers N0436000 and N0436001, sold for installation on 2013-2018 RAM 2500 and 3500HD… Remedy: Streetcar will notify owners and dealers will inspect and install a new steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact AEV customer…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 519 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
S1203000003 REV.A2026-06-26Service BrakesTrac-Rite Operation Diagnosis, Chatter, Shudder, Moving From A Stop And Turning
1129062026-06-17EngineBEARING - CRANKSHAFT THRUST and KIT
1129062026-06-17EngineBEARING - CRANKSHAFT THRUST and KIT
S1623000028 Rev. K2026-06-12Electrical SystemOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…
S1623000028 REV.J2026-06-05StructureOutside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2015 2500 5.7L take?

7.0 qt of API Certified SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil, meeting the requirements of Chrysler Material Standard MS-6395 such as MOPAR, Pennzoil, and Shell Helix., per the factory manual.

Does the 2015 2500 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 15 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.