Dodge Ram 1500 2018

🚨 What to check before buying

Overall risk score: 8/10

Serious risks

• MDS lifter tick/failure: Multi-Displacement System (cylinder deactivation) lifters can fail. Causes tick and eventually misfire.
• Exhaust manifold bolt breakage: Exhaust manifold bolts break, causing exhaust leak and tick noise.
• Fuel consumption: 12-18 L/100km real-world. Budget €250+/month for fuel.
• Higher mileage (208,000 km) — check for timing system condition, turbo health, and suspension wear

Additional notes

• Chrysler HEMI 5.7 V8 with 80k+ km — MDS (Multi-Displacement System) lifter collapse causes tick and misfire on cylinders 1,4,6,7. Common issue. Fix costs €800-2,500. Many owners delete MDS via tuner. Check for misfire codes P0300/P0301.
• Any car with 200k+ km requires extra scrutiny. At this mileage: suspension components are worn (bushings, ball joints, shocks), seals and gaskets are hardened, electrical connectors corrode, and major components approach end-of-life. For luxury cars (BMW, Mercedes, Audi) the cost of 200k+ km maintenance can exceed the car's value. Always get a pre-purchase inspection (PPI) and budget 15-25% of purchase price for immediate maintenance.