Rear Window Leak Class Action Lawsuit Status Update

[BowDown]

Seems like its not the actual window leaking per se but a poorly applied seal? Mine has the typical cracks in the two corners but I've never had any water intrusion. When I got my truck in 2020, I had read about these and while you shouldn't have to do it, I was simply going to run a new bead of sealant along the top of the window.

If Ram hasn't figured out a solution in 23 years, oldest claim I saw was 2010, what's the expectation here?

 

[BowDown]

Want me to mail you some reading glasses? Maybe a tissue for your issue?
I bet you are very fun at parties.

Says the person insulting another because they didn't comprehend what they read

 

[yellowboy]

I'll bet I'm not one of the 38. This company is sweeping this issue under the rug. I am on my third window. Yes it's fixed for now but I had allot of down time, had to rent a car, etc, etc. I sued Ram and got a settlement over the leak and and some other issues. I decided to keep the truck as I will not get a replacement for anything close to what I paid for this POS and will not give any more money to this company to make up the difference on the current cost of a Limited. I never want another Ram, looking around now can't decide what to get might wait for 24 F150. A Kia will be a step up from this bucket of bolts.

 

[Malodave]

A guy I worked with bought a new F350 that had water coming in the Cab. Dealer
said they could not find the leak. He found it with a garden hose after 20 minutes.
They had to remove the whole Dash to get to the firewall to seal it.

Malodave

 

[pholland]

New to the forums. Same issue as everyone else. I have a 2019 with 37k miles. Dealership fixed the 3rd brake light but told me I'm out of luck on the read window frame cracks. $1500 to repair. Added my name to the comments on the website RAM 1500 class action alleges vehicles have water intrusion defect.

 

[irishwake63]

New to the forums. Same issue as everyone else. I have a 2019 with 37k miles. Dealership fixed the 3rd brake light but told me I'm out of luck on the read window frame cracks. $1500 to repair. Added my name to the comments on the website RAM 1500 class action alleges vehicles have water intrusion defect.

how did you add your name to the Class Action? I cannot see where to do this

 

[Enginerd1982]

I'll bet I'm not one of the 38. This company is sweeping this issue under the rug. I am on my third window. Yes it's fixed for now but I had allot of down time, had to rent a car, etc, etc. I sued Ram and got a settlement over the leak and and some other issues. I decided to keep the truck as I will not get a replacement for anything close to what I paid for this POS and will not give any more money to this company to make up the difference on the current cost of a Limited. I never want another Ram, looking around now can't decide what to get might wait for 24 F150. A Kia will be a step up from this bucket of bolts.

Just don't go to a Chevy/GMC. They have the same issue, if not even more widespread.

 

[kdoublep]

how did you add your name to the Class Action? I cannot see where to do this

It's just adding it to the comments. I guess they'll contact you.

 

[Biga]

Just don't go to a Chevy/GMC. They have the same issue, if not even more widespread.

That is true although it is a lot easier to get a fixed window on the GM which wouldn't have the issue, i think even you can even get it on the higher trims.

 

[Enginerd1982]

That is true although it is a lot easier to get a fixed window on the GM which wouldn't have the issue, i think even you can even get it on the higher trims.

Do you mean included with original purchase or easier to get as a replacement?

 

[Idahoktm]

Do you mean included with original purchase or easier to get as a replacement?

He must be talking about the original purchase. It's easy to get a solid rear window as a replacement for any Ram.

 

[Biga]

He must be talking about the original purchase. It's easy to get a solid rear window as a replacement for any Ram.

yes correct. you see a lot of the newer GM trucks with solid windows while most all Rams have the slider from the factory.

 

[SD Rebel]

The GM trucks use the exact same rear window as RAM did, which is likely the source of the issue. Though on the GM forums the issue seems to be more on how the adhesive is applied where as on RAM forums it's more on cracks.

 

[Lawman1Bravo]

My 2021 Ram Limited I remote started and some where the wires behind the back seat and that carpet panel was smoking ( behind the driver side back seat ) and caused the back pane window to bow and spider . Up in Michigan from Pittsburgh . Happened last Saturday and finally got of Chrysler and they told me they never heard of this happening and just glad no one got hurt and told me what ever I need and said they need a report from the dealership I took it to on how and why this happened . Then I get calls from guys at work after hearing about this and have found water has been getting in their rams and their back panel is soaked . So I have missed several days of work back home and OT dealing with this BS ( $84,000 plus truck .) 3 issues with this truck so far . Ram Box driver side kept opening up while driving down the road ( shortly after I bought it ) ,Hood paint bubbled ( less then 11,000-12000 miles on it ) and now this

 

[Lawman1Bravo]

 

[Pikeman_66]

Just don't go to a Chevy/GMC. They have the same issue, if not even more widespread.

this is true, I had to have my rear sliding window replaced on my 21 LTZ for leaking window frame every time I went through the car wash. first, they thought it was rear brake CHsml light. resealed it and still leaked then they tried to add sealant to window still leaked. finally, they put a new window in it under warranty. the dealer didn't give me any trouble they just went according to GMs tech sheets processes until they were out of options. it was frustrating but its fixed now. even though I have a new Ram coming.

 

[Jmac509]

My 2021 Ram Limited I remote started and some where the wires behind the back seat and that carpet panel was smoking ( behind the driver side back seat ) and caused the back pane window to bow and spider . Up in Michigan from Pittsburgh . Happened last Saturday and finally got of Chrysler and they told me they never heard of this happening and just glad no one got hurt and told me what ever I need and said they need a report from the dealership I took it to on how and why this happened . Then I get calls from guys at work after hearing about this and have found water has been getting in their rams and their back panel is soaked . So I have missed several days of work back home and OT dealing with this BS ( $84,000 plus truck .) 3 issues with this truck so far . Ram Box driver side kept opening up while driving down the road ( shortly after I bought it ) ,Hood paint bubbled ( less then 11,000-12000 miles on it ) and now this

Are they covering everything under warranty?

 

[jwtiger69]

Is this actually real and going anywhere? Going on my second water leak as we speak. Last year replaced it as well as a new headliner due to the water damage.

 

[theblet]

Is this actually real and going anywhere? Going on my second water leak as we speak. Last year replaced it as well as a new headliner due to the water damage.

Not sure about the law suit, but Ram extended the warranty.

 

[cerbo]

Can anyone give facts to IF and WHEN the replacements or what model year this has been corrected?
Isn t there a @RAMCARE person here who can help clear up all the information ?
I am not wanting to wait till everything gets wet to decide what to do.
Maybe preventative measures soon.