Loud Noise on Startup

[Billy James]

Hi Tdogie83 and illucid,

Sorry this is happening to you! If you're currently working with your servicing dealer for diagnosis, feel free to PM us and we'd be glad to provide an extra layer of assistance while your vehicle is in service.

Steph
Ram Social Care Specialist

Having a dealer correct this is pointless unless FCA already knows what is specifically causing it. My truck does this maybe 1 in 10 starts; or maybe 5 in 10........whenever it wants to. Unfortunately, it has not done it for the dealer. It was so loud yesterday after work that I thought my drive train was coming apart. So, if you want to send an engineer out to look at my truck; then I'm game. Otherwise I will have to keep driving it until it falls apart; I cannot afford to keep taking my truck back in to the dealer all of the time. I have never had a vehicle with so many problems.

 

[mjharden]

Having a dealer correct this is pointless unless FCA already knows what is specifically causing it. My truck does this maybe 1 in 10 starts; or maybe 5 in 10........whenever it wants to. Unfortunately, it has not done it for the dealer. It was so loud yesterday after work that I thought my drive train was coming apart. So, if you want to send an engineer out to look at my truck; then I'm game. Otherwise I will have to keep driving it until it falls apart; I cannot afford to keep taking my truck back in to the dealer all of the time. I have never had a vehicle with so many problems.

How many miles do you have? I have just over 9k, and it hasn’t done it for close to 2 mos. Have no idea why it stopped...didn’t do anything different other than starting it a lot with remote start.

 

[Billy James]

How many miles do you have? I have just over 9k, and it hasn’t done it for close to 2 mos. Have no idea why it stopped...didn’t do anything different other than starting it a lot with remote start.

I have just about 6,000 miles. It has been doing it from the beginning. Mine might not do it for a month; then will do it every other start. It is definitely a metallic sounding clank coming from the transmission/transfer case area.

 

[50Front]

Just made an appointment for this and other things since I'm due for my first oil change. My has done it since new, I now have 8000 miles on it. I have not notice a set pattern, seems random but does seem worse when not use remote start. Mine was built in June.

 

[Brain h]

I have this noise as well. Dealer said they couldn't replicate it. Patiently waiting for some sort of resolution.

Mine does this also..here is a video I found..maybe?

 

[RamCares]

Having a dealer correct this is pointless unless FCA already knows what is specifically causing it. My truck does this maybe 1 in 10 starts; or maybe 5 in 10........whenever it wants to. Unfortunately, it has not done it for the dealer. It was so loud yesterday after work that I thought my drive train was coming apart. So, if you want to send an engineer out to look at my truck; then I'm game. Otherwise I will have to keep driving it until it falls apart; I cannot afford to keep taking my truck back in to the dealer all of the time. I have never had a vehicle with so many problems.

Hi Billy James,

If your vehicle is physically in service or set for an appointment at an authorized dealer, we would be glad to escalate your concerns for further review by the appropriate handling teams to have an up close look at this. We recognize how frustrating this may be for you and we're here to provide additional support if needed during the service process. Our PMs are open if you wish to discuss further.

Steph
Ram Social Care Specialist

 

[Brain h]

Hi Billy James,

If your vehicle is physically in service or set for an appointment at an authorized dealer, we would be glad to escalate your concerns for further review by the appropriate handling teams to have an up close look at this. We recognize how frustrating this may be for you and we're here to provide additional support if needed during the service process. Our PMs are open if you wish to discuss further.

Steph
Ram Social Care Specialist

This...

 

[RichT]

mine does the same off and on. was funny because immediately after reading this thread a month ago, it didn't happen again until recently. now that I see this video, i'm much less concerned. would still like it resolved though.

 

[Allnewhemi19]

mine does the same off and on. was funny because immediately after reading this thread a month ago, it didn't happen again until recently. now that I see this video, i'm much less concerned. would still like it resolved though.

 

[kmck94]

Mine does this also..here is a video I found..maybe?

That is my video, truck still does it I just remote start it and no clank. Easy fix but terrible customer feedback on a problem many customers are having. Took it to the dealer twice "Could not replicate sound" even though I have 4 videos, one even with my VIN to prove it is my truck!! Dealer needed me to leave the truck there for a week but would not give me a rental so I said screw it.

 

[Billy James]

That is my video, truck still does it I just remote start it and no clank. Easy fix but terrible customer feedback on a problem many customers are having. Took it to the dealer twice "Could not replicate sound" even though I have 4 videos, one even with my VIN to prove it is my truck!! Dealer needed me to leave the truck there for a week but would not give me a rental so I said screw it.

Yep, I really can't afford to leave my truck at the dealer without a replacement. I am getting the rear brake recall fixed on Thursday; but I need a vehicle and can't leave my truck there indefinitely to have them investigate the start clanking......that's why I said I'll just wait until it comes apart. I guess I better start looking for an extended warranty because its starting to look like I will need one.

 

[kmck94]

Yep, I really can't afford to leave my truck at the dealer without a replacement. I am getting the rear brake recall fixed on Thursday; but I need a vehicle and can't leave my truck there indefinitely to have them investigate the start clanking......that's why I said I'll just wait until it comes apart. I guess I better start looking for an extended warranty because its starting to look like I will need one.

It's not just our truck that does it. These ZF HP transmissions are the cause, F150s have the clank worse than ours.

 

[Jackham]

I have this noise as well. Dealer said they couldn't replicate it. Patiently waiting for some sort of resolution.

So this is a big issue with high mile F150 ecoboost pre the 10 speed. A key to this is to park your pickup at the dealership and tell them to leave it alone for the next 24 hours. Come in first thing in the AM and take them out and start the truck. It will make the noise. You have to give it time to back siphon. On the Fords it is the hydraulic lifters that over time slowly begin leaking backward. Only occurs when engine is cold. Sounds like your starter isn't kicking out. Pretty harmless but until you know what it is it is worrisome.

 

[RamCares]

Just made an appointment for this and other things since I'm due for my first oil change. My has done it since new, I now have 8000 miles on it. I have not notice a set pattern, seems random but does seem worse when not use remote start. Mine was built in June.

Mine does this also..here is a video I found..maybe?

Hi 50Front,
We are sorry that you are experiencing this, but are happy you have the opportunity to have your dealer address this concern. If you would like some extra assistance while your truck is at the dealership, please send us a private message!
Alex
Ram Social Care Specialist

Hi Brain h,
We are sorry to hear that you are also experiencing this concern. We recommend scheduling an appointment with your dealer to have this addressed. Please send us a private message if you would like additional assistance.
Alex
Ram Social Care Specialist

 

[riccnick]

It's not just our truck that does it. These ZF HP transmissions are the cause, F150s have the clank worse than ours.

How is the transmission the cause? Also, the F-150 does not use the ZF trans, they build their own...

 

[ZombieSlayer]

3 days ago I started hearing this clunk at startup. Cold, hot, uphill, downhill, brake, no brake, doesn't matter and it's not super consistent. Then just yesterday I heard a clunk while turning left twice and today while turning right once. Truck has around 2050 miles on it now. No clunks, clangs, or clanks prior to 3 days ago.

Going to see if I can get it into the dealer this coming Tuesday when I have a day off.

 

[RamCares]

3 days ago I started hearing this clunk at startup. Cold, hot, uphill, downhill, brake, no brake, doesn't matter and it's not super consistent. Then just yesterday I heard a clunk while turning left twice and today while turning right once. Truck has around 2050 miles on it now. No clunks, clangs, or clanks prior to 3 days ago.

Going to see if I can get it into the dealer this coming Tuesday when I have a day off.

Hi ZombieSlayer,
If you would like some additional assistance while your Ram is at the dealer, please send our team a private message!
Alex
Ram Social Care Specialist

 

[Rambro23]

Having a dealer correct this is pointless unless FCA already knows what is specifically causing it. My truck does this maybe 1 in 10 starts; or maybe 5 in 10........whenever it wants to. Unfortunately, it has not done it for the dealer. It was so loud yesterday after work that I thought my drive train was coming apart. So, if you want to send an engineer out to look at my truck; then I'm game. Otherwise I will have to keep driving it until it falls apart; I cannot afford to keep taking my truck back in to the dealer all of the time. I have never had a vehicle with so many problems.

Well put, either you have a fix in place or you dont @RamCares

This...

That's exactly the noise i hear!

 

[Blackoutram]

Hi kmck94,

I am terribly sorry to hear that you have a concern with your new Ram. Have you brought this to the attention of your dealer? Please send us a private message if you are in need of additional support while your Ram is in service.

Darlene
Ram Social Care Specialist

Hi Ram805,

We recommend having your local Ram dealer take a look into this. Please send us a private message if you are in need of additional assistance.

Darlene
Ram Social Care Specialist

Hello I am having the same problems on the first start intermittently I get a bang coming from the exhaust system , my vehicle has been to dealership a few times they put it on the computer and they tell me everything is fine , I have a 2019 ram 1500 5.7 hemi
Thanks Jerry

 

[Blackoutram]

Well put, either you have a fix in place or you dont @RamCares

That's exactly the noise i hear!

I have the same problem have a 2019 ram 1500 it’s been in the dealership so many times I’ve gotten to know all the service writers and some of the service mechanics same type a scenario for starting my vehicle the initial start makes a large bang and of course it doesn’t do it for the dealership they put it on the computer they tell me everything is tuned up well you’re right it’s pointless to continue taking it to the dealership they’re not going to look outside the box and try anything different to fix it .