3.0 EcoDiesel Reliability & Common Problems!

[@jorgenandersen960]

I’ve got a 2014 270 K eco and it’s been perfect

[@8020Media]

Jorge - WOW! Love seeing that. Any specific insight you can provide on maintaining it? This will help future viewers.

[@timothykeith1367]

I heard they are okay if you just use it like a passenger car and don't tow

[@garagetrader33]

@@timothykeith1367 I tow daily, 344k on my 2016, these videos of crying dont make sense

[@starzky1427]

They make perfect sense. You're a moron that doesn't understand sample size. Just because you've had minimal issues, doesn't mean everyone else has. It's called anecdotal evidence.

[@roncakebread6229]

Same here, my 14 has 205k only problems Are emissions crap

[@formerice]

Italians build excellent diesels, FPT marine diesels are some of the best. 160,000 trouble free miles on my "tuned" Ram. No complaints.

[@8020Media]

Form - Seems like you got a good one! Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@Peterswarahed]

Your actually driving a Maserati :)

[@johnspagnola4020]

@@8020Media mine also has got 150000 with no problems

[@mountainconstructions]

The engine manufacturer built 250,000 3.0 Eco Diesels... 50,000 failed. Look it up!

[@truth959]

That oil pressure problem could be caused by letting the engine idle for prolonged periods of time. I know a lot of guys tend to do that, but it's not good for the engine. The oil pressure drops when your truck is idling. When idling for too long it could lead to oil starvation. Doing this all day, everyday results in a lot of engine wear. Also, regular oil changes need to be done at proper intervals. I'm sure the engines that made it to 300,000 miles were well maintained.

[@8020Media]

Duncan - Thanks for sharing this insight! It will definitely benefit future viewers.

[@mountainconstructions]

Nope... Oil Pick up being blocked. Check out all the videos about it

[@bailey9r]

@@mountainconstructions Exactly

[@markdensmore4619]

I've got a 2018 4x4, the egr cooler was replaced under warranty and the only other problem I had was the 3 studs broke off the downpipe causing the hot exhaust to burn off the def line electrical harness and def injector. Instead of fixing it I had it deleted which was the best move,the fuel savings and power increase is amazing.

[@8020Media]

Mark - Thanks for sharing your experience! This will certainly help future viewers.

[@dannypetrisor2999]

I’ve had 3 EcoDiesels. A 2014 with 160k miles. A 2015 with 175k miles and a 2017 with 200k plus miles. 0 issues with all of them. They have all been super reliable.

[@8020Media]

D - Nice! Thanks for sharing your experience. Sounds like you take great care of them!

[@mountainconstructions]

Everyone's says they have no problems, until they do! I would have said that about ours until 1 week ago... Turbo Cooling hose, $5000 repair for a $2 hose. In a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee

[@rjp4864]

@@mountainconstructions how many miles?

[@jeremyjenkins3182]

March 2014 ecodiesel with 248000km deleted at 106000, rebuild glass rear end. No engine issues, runs strong.

[@8020Media]

Jeremy - Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@aussietaipan8700]

The same engine was an option for the 2013-2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I had one in 2014, the car was great new but after the first 10K service, the problems started. The oil cooler and EGR cooler were replaced under warranty. Then at 22K the fuel pump failed but lucky for me there was no metal in the lines. I sold the car in 2015 and the new owner decided to have it "tuned". Soon after the engine had a spun big end failure. I went back to my good old WJ Jeep 4.7L and I still have it. It is still going strong.

[@8020Media]

A - Wow.. Sorry to hear, but thanks for taking the time to share your experience!

[@IR8GRANDSRT8]

I’ve got a 2015 Laramie with 238k on it that has been great! I’ve rebuilt the rear end, replaced the oil cooler, and replaced the low pressure in tank pump, and yes it is running on unicorn poop secret sauce since the warranties expired. I love this truck so much the wife now drives a 2018 Grand Cherokee Summit Eco-D. In your video you stated 2017 years, no Eco’s were made in 2017 due to the redesign of the Eco’s due to those that had engine problems.

[@8020Media]

IR8 - Thanks for sharing your experience! This will help future viewers.

[@jasonswinconos9231]

Unicorn poop secret sauce 😂​@@8020Media

[@Vziera]

Will we still have these problems after all of the recalls have been done but the fuel pump? Do other diesel cars such as X5 35d Touareg TDI etc have similar issues?

[@austinwest8352]

I’m surprised you didn’t mention anything about the lower ends, more specifically the mains and rods. 128k on mine and it sent the rod into the oil pan. Wish I knew about all the problems before buying. Always rigorously maintained and never beaten on.

[@8020Media]

Austin - It's quite difficult to list ALL of the problems an engine can experience. Therefore, we do appreciate you bringing this up for future viewers!

[@youssefsabiri3860]

Thanks for your video. I would like to add my personal experience with my Jeep GC 2018 and some information on this engine: - my jeep is now 215k KM and is working very fine (i.e. current performance is very close to those of day 1), and without any major concern, very lately, I had to change the air intake manifold that broke one of its flappers. For the maintenance, I am changing the engine oil every 10.000 km (I am not waiting for the oil change indicator warning) and I use Castrol Magnatec 5W40 C3. I am not servicing my car at the dealership, but I am doing it by myself with the help of an experienced mechanic. From my personal experience, I came to the conclusion that the local authorized dealer is a major cause of bad performance of those engines and of the car in general, the dealer personnel are not skilled/supervised enough in order to apply FCA guidelines and instructions, this is my deep conviction today… when you give your jeep to those folks for the first time and they put a 5W30 oil, and for the next oil service, they put 5W40 and they hand you back your car with a check engine light on, I believe there are enough evidence that you need to fear those people and take away your car from them. By the way, I am living in Morocco and FCA dealer here is a consistent presence (fancy big building, a lot of workforce…) but the quality is not there unfortunately. -this engine is designed by VM Motori, a diesel engine designer based in Italy and recently purchased by Fiat. This manufacturer has a satisfactory track record, and they designed engines that was used by several car manufacturers (alfa romeo, land rover, toyota, jeep…). The engine block (code A630) used on the grand cherokee and the RAM is also used on Maserati Guibli and Levante with some performance modifications. But this is a controversial engine, the fully satisfied customers are as much as the ones who experienced engine failure… -the italians are apparently good in diesel engines, it seems they are the first to register a patent of a common rail diesel engine (alfa romeo), they are behind the famous truck brand IVECO and CASE tractors that are equipped with engines from FPT (fiat powertrain technologies). So i believe they have a good reputation in diesel engines. Thanks for your very informative video 👍🏻 Greetings from Morocco 🤝

[@8020Media]

Y - Thanks for taking the time to write out your experience! This will certainly be helpful for future viewers.

[@formerice]

Biggest problem is the EPA mandated smog crap, second is dealer network. Great motor, even better than a hemi, if tuned and deleted. 30 miles per gallon US in a 3 ton Ram 4x4 Crew Cab.

[@tomfox1751]

Have a '17 w/ 115k miles on it. Tuned at 750 miles which bypasses the EGR and cooler. Had cooler replaced as it was a recall and I was concerned that they wouldn't cover any engine issues if the cooler wasn't replaced. In the shop today getting HP fuel pump replaced as a recall. Never in shop other than that. Oil changes at 10k miles. Tows 6000# fantastic and a great, comfortable vehicle to trave in. Overall 27 mpg, can get lower 30's on roads at 50-60 mph. I don't idle the truck--if I'm sitting in it, it isn't running. Biggest concern?--engine issues due to so many reports online of failures. Love the truck.

[@8020Media]

T - Thanks for taking the time to share your experience!

[@lawrencewakefield9553]

I've been looking at a 2022 3.0 Ecodiesel Ram as an end of year special for $40,000. This video has been informative.

[@8020Media]

Lawrence - We’re glad we can add some assistance for your next purchase! Thanks for the support and feedback.

[@Josh-bj2lv]

I’ve got a 17 eco and it’s been perfect 🤷‍♂️

[@8020Media]

user - Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@mitchl3001]

I hope mine is good I just got the same year a week ago.

[@espenskivik3625]

It was actually released in 2011 in Europe, in the Jeep grand cherokee and Maserati. Called 3,0 CRD ( A630). I have a 2012, with 160k, still running great.

[@8020Media]

E - Thanks for the insight and sharing your experience!

[@curtisnikel6427]

My 2015 Eco Diesel has 115K on it without any issues. I have had to rebuild the rear end. I have done the recalls as they appeared and roll along.

[@8020Media]

Great to hear, glad you got a good one!

[@prodriversteam2324]

I have a problem with low oil pressure on idle. Sensor is good as we tested manually and says no pressure. When accelerating pressure appeared. Cant find a problem. Maybe someone had the same issue?

[@8020Media]

Pro - Unfortunately, there are many things that can cause low oil pressure at idle, but here are a few things to look into: oil level, viscosity of oil, oil pressure sensor, oil pump, or the oil filter. Keep us updated.

[@prodriversteam2324]

Have checked oil. Oil is old and level is way too much. Filter is old as well. But many of very reliable mechanics told me that with any oil level or visconsity it should make pressure. Unless is blocked. So i removed and tested the oil filter and there is no signs of metal pieces. Oil is going through the oil filter and housing fine. One thing i cant check is oil cooler. It needs to be changed as it cant be cleaned. I will try to change whole housing and will change oil and i will give an update. P.S engine is running fine on idle and on rpm. Also i have issue this truck is not engaging gears and cant drive. Errors says shift to P than desired gear when desired. Could it be the same issue of low pressure?

[@8020Media]

Pro - Keep us updated on the oil pressure when you address the parts you mentioned. As for not engaging gears, are you getting an engine codes related to the transmission?

[@prodriversteam2324]

I will keep updated. It will take time for me to find out. As going step by step and have not much time with this. I hope by April to sort this out. I have checked errors via diagnostic machine, its says P1B14 which is transmission error. And also it has rail error. Anyway i will sort oil pressure issue firstly and will see other errors. In overall i don’t get why people do not change oils on time. So many cars engines blowed out due this. Its so cheap to change the oil. Thank you and will keep you posted.

[@8020Media]

Pro - Please do!

[@jayer-su3hu]

2022 eco here. 3500 miles. Yes I don't daily it. I have a small car I daily. I'm hopeful with 3k mile oil changes vs the 10k the factory recommends that will help it live. Also I'm not going to tow anything. And I don't run it hard. Hopefully this all will help it live.

[@8020Media]

J - That is a recipe for a long lasting truck!

[@thsmit2367]

First of all it a Gen 2 engine and this was updated for the 2017 to 2018 model years possibly even the 2016 model yr. So I have an 18 eco diesel 84k miles no tune. Issues I’ve had are 1 my def injected clogged up. I cleaned and reset codes no problems since. Cleaned my EGR and yes it was nasty. But mechanically it still runs fine. Just dropped in the GDE tune. More to come on that. My high pressure fuel pump was just replace via recall. I get 23mpg with mixed driving. Pre GDE there was significant turbo lag. GDE fixed that. I do tow a 6500lb travel trailer again no issues. When I tow I change my oil at 5k miles instead of 10k miles. Maintenance, maintenance, maintenance. It’s a diesel and they are expensive, maintain it and chances are you will experience no failure. I’ve seen people with 200k plus miles with no issues and I’ve heard of engine failure at 50k. Honestly I’ve seen Toyotas and Honda fail at Low mileage. Pretty sure this guy does not own an eco diesel.

[@8020Media]

T - Thanks for taking the time to share this insight and your experience.

[@thsmit2367]

@@8020Media ok quick update short term impression of the GDE tune. 1. The turbo lag is gone it accelerates like bat out of compared to stock tune even burned rubber in second gear. 2. 200 miles in and gas mileage has improved by 3mpg. 3. The trans mission zips through the first 4 gear to get to 5th which I believe helps with the MPG. The bad. When going through the first 4 gears it’s clunky hard shifts. They say it’s a learning program and hopefully that will smooth it self out. If not GDE does have a fix for it. Overall get the tune if you don’t have it.

[@8020Media]

T - Thanks for taking the time to come back and share your experience! This will certainly be helpful for future viewers.

[@jesse.e.martin]

VM Motori made the 2.8 diesel for the Jeep Liberty. VM Motori is the go to engine manufacturer for Stellantis' overseas diesel versions of Jeep, Ram, etc. The only thing novel about tye ecodiesel was that it was released in North America.

[@8020Media]

J - Thanks for the insight.

[@johnfaber7106]

I think the bottom bearing failures are on the 2014 - 2019 models.

[@8020Media]

John - Thanks for the input.

[@SupramanTRD]

Is it actually due to bad bearings though? Or owners not knowing what maintenance is, and having them seize from sludged oil? Most of the people I see driving these trucks have no idea how to take care of them. Then blame the truck when it eventually fails

[@johnfaber7106]

@SupramanTRD There are just too many failures to be attributed to owners not giving proper maintenance. There's a reason for the redesign as well. Anyhow, we sold ours back to the dealer and am in a 23 LZO Duramax diesel and love it. No worries about a $18,000 repair bill.

[@austinwest8352]

@supramanTRD 2016 ED 128k miles, rigorously maintained and never beaten on. Always driven decent distances as I live 20 miles from town and regularly took it on trips 3-5 hours. Rod shot into the oil pan.

[@loum7008]

Thanks for making the video! I have a 2014 GC with 181k on it. I think the key to this particular engine lasting is to really drive it. Sometimes I would be doing 1000 miles a week. I have towed alot too. I would have definitely got a gas motor if I wasn't driving it much.

[@8020Media]

L - Thanks for sharing your experience. We completely agree.

[@Wilderbliss17]

Way to keep us updated there pal

[@bailey9r]

Short trips (commuting under ten miles or so) are really bad for these as it doesn't ever get hot enough to burn off the soot particles.

[@mdbelden]

So would a 2021 Wrangler with the 3.0 be prone to any of these issues when properly maintained? Any way to ensure it doesn't have the pre 2019 motor?

[@8020Media]

Proper maintenance and frequent oil changes will honestly go a really long way. No such thing as too frequent an oil change, especially when they are very cheap relative to the cost of the vehicle. A 2021 won't have a 2019 or earlier engine so you're all good there, a lot less to worry about on the newer models just keep taking care of it!

[@mdbelden]

@@8020Media thanks for the response. Kinda hard to find an abundance of info related to this motor

[@8020Media]

M - Agreed!

[@josemoraila6456]

Good video Jake, thank you. I guess I'm one of the lucky ones. I have a 2017 with 125,000 miles and no major problems. The only problem I'm having, is that I have not been able to get the HP Fuel Pump recall done. I keep getting that the parts are not available yet. Do you have any suggestions on what I should do?

[@8020Media]

Jose - Thanks for the feedback! Unfortunately, this happens often.. When recalls get issued, parts fly off the shelf and it takes a while to get them back in stock. Best thing is to reach out to your dealer.

[@josemoraila6456]

Thank you Jake. 👍🏼

[@ryanlong5400]

These engines are dirty due to the egr. That soot makes its way into the oil. You cannot go 10k between oil changes. You really should be adding fuel treatment to protect your hpfp. That cp4 pump is on the ford and Chevy motor and they have the same issues. These modern Diesel engines need to de taken care of you cannot just put diesel in them and go

[@8020Media]

Ryan - Thanks for adding this valuable insight. Will certainly help future viewers!

[@SupramanTRD]

Agreed, most ecodiesel owners don't even know what an oil change is. They do 40,000 miles, then complain when the bearings fail.

[@ron1386]

What kind of fuel treatment are you referring to?

[@ryanlong5400]

@@ron1386 I use hot shot everyday diesel treatment

[@alaska1girls]

You base this on?@@SupramanTRD

[@Good-luck-Jonathan]

This is the most fuel efficient truck engine EVER and will remain the king with the murder from the government. VM Motori since 1947! They made engines for Toyota and Isuzu among others. Due to emissions systems you must be aware on the forums and facebook groups on how to keep them going or they will die. The record is 700k miles on the original engine and one guy just passed 500k miles original engine. They are the best refined diesels ever made!

[@8020Media]

G - Thanks for sharing this insight!

[@jackcomber1087]

@@8020Media 193,000 and going strong! Oil change every 5k mi.

[@Building-IT]

I had a 2016 ED and had 40k when I sold it. No issues, but I did tune it. I wish I would have kept it. Emissions are killing these diesels!

[@8020Media]

B - Thanks for sharing your experience. They sure are..

[@JaceC1982]

I have a 2021 Ram with the Gen 3 EcoDiesel with 130,000 miles on it and didn't have one thing wrong. Early Oil changes and fuel filter change religiously. Previously had a 2015 JGC with Gen 2 EcoDiesel and had 230,000 miles on it when I sold it. Only issues I had was the recalls and sensors failing on the DPF. I think people drive these in the city too much which is not good for this engine. These are not good for idling long periods of time. I do long trips and light weight towing. Cant be 27-30 MPG on trips.

[@8020Media]

J - Thanks for taking the time to share your experience! This will certainly be helpful for future viewers.

[@brunopoldrugovac9988]

I’ve got a 2015 with only 80,000 Kms.. it’s October 21st today, I recently had one code pop up and I will see what the dealer finds.. I was thinking to delete but will see what this costs me. I’ve spoken to every guy I see driving one and not 1 complaint

[@8020Media]

B - Thanks for sharing your experience. Keep us updated.

[@unclenator1800]

Got a 2015 eco diesel deleted and have zero issues on it and I’m pushing 170k miles I haven’t had to do a single thing to it besides normal maintenance on it

[@8020Media]

U - The beauty of deleting! Thanks for sharing.

[@Frank.Tabor05]

I’ve got a 17 with 100k and have had zero issues

[@8020Media]

Frank - Thanks for sharing your experience! Glad to hear that it’s treated you well.

[@redfusion6432]

How is it doing as of today?

[@adrianmonterovals3886]

Hello All! any review on 3.0L V6 Turbo Diesel Gen 3?

[@8020Media]

Adrian - We don't currently have one, but we will add it to the list!

[@edwardcochran9102]

My '22 Gladiator lost oil pressure and a bearing at 32,000 miles.

[@8020Media]

E - Sorry to hear this.. However, thanks for sharing your experience.

[@ryan_neufeld]

My 2018 ED just blew out the oil cooler while towing about 7000lbs at altitude, Only 42000kms on the OD. Currently waiting to hear from the dealership to find out if it's going to be covered under a good-will warranty.

[@8020Media]

Ryan - So sorry to hear this.. Please keep us updated!

[@dieselshenanigans2458]

Dodge used the companies 2.8 4 cylinder in the 2005-2006 Jeep Liberty CRD. Very well made engine. Then put in the new canyon/colorado

[@8020Media]

Diesel - Thanks for sharing this insight!

[@robertcasillas3366]

Yup I got a 2018 and lost my engine at 53k miles. At Ram now getting a brand new engine.

[@8020Media]

Robert - So sorry to hear this. Do you know what the issue was that caused the engine to die?

[@loum7008]

I just re-watched this video because I got a ping on my response. That said, listen to the video. Do not buy the 2014 through 2016 Eco diesel period. All owner know they (me) went back for a dozen or more recalls. Problems stated here, the EGR cooler and fuel pump were recalls. I have a 2014 GC with 194k on it now. My first post from a year ago was at 181k. Problems since then have been waterpump and E brake cables. Mopar doesn't want to sell you parts for this motor. The waterpump was $1000. and not in stock. A Gates was so cheap I can't even remember the price. Always buy aftermarket. Another take away from the video is that light towing is best. I'm towing a Camaro on an aluminum trailer. The Jeep absolutely has a marginal cooling system because of the tight packaging. The transmission always runs cool and the oil temps are always in check. Just the coolant temp. So would I buy another? Maybe a 2018 or newer JC. Seems like I could get a nice one for $20 to 24k. Mine is really really nice and in fantastic condition because Ireallytake care of it. The replacement would have to be in the same condition

[@8020Media]

L - Thanks for the feedback and coming back to update! This will certainly assist future viewers.

[@mfr5725]

Great review! Please work on mic quality, the echo is kinda bad my friend

[@8020Media]

MFR - Thanks for the feedback! Since this video was one of our first videos we were working through to audio quality. However, since then, we have dramatically upped our audi0 quality and hope this is seen in our newer videos!

[@DavidMosby]

Perhaps good one or bad one should be looking at the driver. My Ecodiesel cratered at 60,000 miles when after it was warm, I floored it. Thank God for the warranty. I usually baby the engine.

[@8020Media]

David - Sorry to hear this! What happened to it?

[@22Pete]

5.0l v8 cummins begs to differ when it comes to reliability

[@8020Media]

22 - okay.

[@claydavis8998]

I believe the EGR and HPFP have been shown as recalls on these engines from FCA. Don’t see anything about a recall for Oil Cooler.

[@8020Media]

I believe the oil cooler was an extended warranty and not a recall. But only for 2014-2016 models.

[@alaska1girls]

yes but the HFFP has no date of completion.

[@Newgeopolitics]

Fiat/Iveco has been making diesel engines for a very long time. Fiat has also cooperated with Cummins on multiple project.

[@8020Media]

Glass - Thanks for the insight!

[@MrMurph111]

Thought about getting one but found a 2001 24V Laramie 4x4 sport with 120k miles for $5,000….so got that instead. Non 53 block Cummins!

[@8020Media]

Murph - Probably a good idea!

[@MrMurph111]

@@8020Media I thought so!

[@jamesaka007]

Treat the Eco the right way, with a good measure of respect, tow if you like, maintain it often, and you will be a happy driver. Most of these problems are due to over-heating, poor maintenance, and unnecessary idling.

[@8020Media]

J - All comes down to maintenance, most of the time. Thanks for the insight.

[@garrickdries3115]

Hmmm, for the 1st Gen the only real engine issue is the potentail timing chain slipping. The other issues are engine accessories, so real ENGINE problems is a bit of an exaggeration I'd say. Sorry, I think I have to ignore this review based on your input of First Generation Eco-diesel engines.

[@8020Media]

G - Everyone is entitled to their own opinion. You can do whatever you want with the information we provide.

[@jameseroh6544]

Diesels are different than gas engines. Turbocharged diesels are the best! But turbocharged engines of any kind need to operated different than a non-turbocharged engine. Fuel quality is a big issue with all diesels. I use HOT SHOTS SECRET EDT in both our Ecodiesel and Cummins diesels. I also have a Flowmaster 50 Series Big Block HD muffler and the Bank's silencer delete kit. I use Wix filters in all my vehicles. Ecodiesel or Cummins, a diesel with the right gear ratio, is the absolute best way to power a lot of vehicles. Products like "Speed of Air" pistons look like they can dramatically improve internal combustion engines.

[@8020Media]

J - Thanks for taking the time to share these insights.

[@alaska1girls]

Ya know i watch your video and the other channels like it and I'm like yeah these suck. But then i read the reviews by owners and I'm like well? I own a 2015 Jeep GC, 100K no issues, runs great, great fuel consumption, my only issue and maybe its my ignorance is well two issues, one, the oil gets a little hot when i'm towing in the mountains. Like 260ish not for long but it gets there and i'm towing maybe 4000. Mind you my trailer is flat so there is wind resistance. Second the recalls, the HPFP is now over a year and no end in sight. Now they have stacked the new recall on so who knows when or if they will fix it. I mean do they even intend too, since the are canceling the motor? I was planning an oil cooler and a delete and all that but 'im like is it worth it? On the other hand i could like the other posters get another 2 or 3 K and no issues. The question is what percent are we talking here for these failures? Most the posters below seem happy so im curious.

[@8020Media]

S - We can't really provide a percentage so to say of the issues. We can only say what we have seen in these engines. It really comes down to the luck of the draw. Just keep up with maintenance, that's all you can do.

[@miguelventura7651]

Love to watch your video but the audio There's a little bit off.

[@8020Media]

M - Thanks for the feedback! This video was early on in this channel. We hope that you've seen audio improve drastically since this video.

[@darbycrash55]

Dont forget the reluctor wheel.

[@8020Media]

Darby - Thanks for the insight! This will also help future viewers.

[@garagetrader33]

weird my 2016 did 344k towing daily, zero issues besides recalls

[@8020Media]

Dang that's awesome! Must've gotten a good one

[@vawt1953]

I have a 2021 3.0 owned since sept 2021 with not one f n problem

[@8020Media]

Mike - Great to hear! Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@miken6783]

400,000 2015, ed, do a delete kit, emissions, truck performance 100%,no more issues, water pump, Mopar only,steel lines turbocharger

[@8020Media]

M - Well said! Thanks for sharing this. It will certainly be helpful for future viewers.

[@Natedoc808]

So aftermarket oil cooler, aftermarket fuel pump, and EGR delete- good to go.

[@8020Media]

Nate - Basically, but we can't recommend deleting components.

[@Natedoc808]

@@8020Media I understand and thank you. Was just looking at maybe getting one and wanted to know what I was looking at to improved the service reliability of the truck

[@8020Media]

N - It would absolutely make it more reliable.

[@davidwalker9035]

I have a 2017. So far, 120,000 miles i have been OK.

[@8020Media]

David - Thanks for sharing your experience! We've seen some good ones and some bad ones.

[@jackcomber1087]

The EGR system is a complete pos. It will eventually cause a catastrophic failure to this perfectly good engine. 193k and still going strong. 33.8 Hwy according to the computer, need to do my own calc next trip. Filled it up in Green Valley AZ, 26 Gal tank, drove around for 30 minutes, then drove to Rocky Point MX 4.5 hours, drove around Rocky Point for 3 days maybe 3 hours, drove back to Green Valley 4.5 hours and still had 3/16ths of a tank left. Amazing engine if taken care of.

[@8020Media]

J - Well said! Thanks for sharing.

[@markman7]

The Ecodiesel was not a clean sheet design by Chrysler. It was designed by GM and VM. Chrysler bought the engine design for next to nothing after GM threw it away.

[@8020Media]

Mark - Yep, thanks for sharing this insight!

[@Good-luck-Jonathan]

After GM fielded for Chapter 11 LOL

[@PsychicWarrior100]

Thank you

[@8020Media]

Ed - Thanks for the feedback. We hope you found it helpful!

[@MsJosmany]

I have a 2015 ecodiesel and the engine blow up at 60k miles and is so expensive fix it

[@8020Media]

Josmany - So sorry to hear this... Do you know the reason this happened?

[@Thatonemechanic]

Why can’t you just flush the cooling system out after an oil cooler failure we do it all the time on trucks Cat C15s are always having oil coolers fail

[@8020Media]

You usually can - just flush the system and replace the cooler. However it sometimes causes coolant to mix into the oil too which is when it can lead to engine failure.

[@leebartell2502]

The notion that Europeans don't build decent diesels is laughable as most cars and trucks over there are in fact diesel!! Should they have left the 3.0 overseas? Probably! Ford could have used the 4bt inline 4 platform and I think it would have been a better fit! I've been around Cummins engines in marine commercial trucks and pickups and the 4bt is a stout lil power plant.

[@8020Media]

L - Thanks for the insight.

[@danielrodriguez4069]

Do better with the audio. It was hard to watch this video with that quality of sound.

[@8020Media]

Daniel - Thanks for the feedback! Since this video, we have dramatically increased the quality of our audio and hope this is seen.

[@stevenchandler3409]

What about Izuzu Diesels

[@8020Media]

S - Which one's specifically?

[@bertwilson4311]

Dodge? They haven't made a Dodge truck since 2009.

[@8020Media]

Tomato, tomato.

[@joefollmer1115]

You can call a dog any name you want,its still a dog!

[@sherylsauder5579]

I have a 2018 Ram Eco diesel. Rod and bearing failure at 108 000 km. Complete junk.

[@8020Media]

Sheryl - So sorry to hear this...

[@joshuacoppens4134]

Theres actually 3 generations of ecodiesel

[@joshuacoppens4134]

Gen 1 14-18 18-20 2nd gen 20-23 3rd

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J - Thanks for sharing this insight.

[@shiningstaer]

I like mine

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S - Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@Joeblk10]

Hasn't been called a dodge for 14 years now....

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Eric - Dodge RAM.

[@Joeblk10]

@@8020Media sure. If you live in 2009

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okay

[@ojbarberena7090]

The audio is terrible

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OJ - Thanks. Since this video we’ve dramatically improved our audio quality and hope you’ve been able to see that too.

[@stevenchandler3409]

Izuzu is Japanese not Italian Sorry.

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S - Ok

[@bethjohnson3409]

Worse truck I ever owned. Will never buy a RAM again. Engine failed and there isn’t a mechanic that will even look at it.

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B - So sorry to hear this.. However, we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Do you happen to know what went wrong?

[@bethjohnson3409]

Was driving and got a message saying low oil pressure within seconds the truck turned off and had a message to put it in park. It would start up but sounded terrible.

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B - Thanks for sharing.

[@talbotrobin8820]

They’ve been running them for many years in agricultural machinery in Europe, Cummins is garbage too have way too many censors , buy yourself a gas engine especially today with diesel being 1.60 more a gallon and filters plus def anti pollution system all crap lucky to sell theses pieces of garbage just trouble from A to Z money pits , I have had many of theses eco and Cummins crap both of them get yourself a gas , unless your pulling very heavy loads the Cummins better choice than eco diesel but if you can avoid both of them you’re going to sleep better at night 😂😂😂crappy motors bottom line .

[@8020Media]

Talbot - Thanks for taking the time to share your experience. They certainly don't build them like they used to, but we've had good luck with Cummins engines.

[@alsteeves2044]

A diesel is madevto work, not haul kids and groceries from stop light to stop light. Very simple

[@Gadfly2025]

Lousy audio

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G - Thanks for the feedback. This was one of our first videos, so we didn't have the best audio setup. However, we have dramatically upped our quality since this video.

[@jakedank2746]

How do I down vote this video

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Jake - We'd love to hear why you think this?