2012–2018 DS (4th generation; sold 2019–2024 as Ram 1500 Classic)
2012–2018 Ram 1500 Wiper Blade Sizes
The 2012–2018 Ram 1500 takes a 22-inch driver-side blade and a 22-inch passenger-side blade. Includes connector type and whether a longer blade will fit.
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Quick answer
The 2012–2018 Ram 1500 takes a 22" driver-side and 22" passenger-side wiper blade.
2012–2018 Ram 1500 blade lengths and fitment
High confidence| Position | Length |
|---|---|
| Driver side | 22 in |
| Passenger side | 22 in |
22/22 pair, hook-arm connector; unchanged through the DS run including 2019–2024 Classic trucks
Which Ram 1500 model years does this cover?
These wiper blades specifications apply to every Ram 1500 built from 2012 through 2018 — the DS (4th generation; sold 2019–2024 as Ram 1500 Classic), full-size half-ton pickup (regular, quad, crew cab). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2012–2018 Ram 1500
- 2012Carryover powertrains: 3.7L V6 (4-spd), 4.7L V8 (6-spd), 5.7L HEMI; hydraulic steering; HOAT coolant
- 2013Major refresh: 3.6L Pentastar + ZF 8-speed arrive, electric power steering, optional air suspension, RamBox and 8.4-in Uconnect expand; coolant switches to 10-year OAT
- 20143.0L EcoDiesel V6 added (first half-ton diesel of the modern era); 4.7L V8 dropped after 2013
- 2015Off-road-focused Rebel trim debuts mid-year with a factory-tuned suspension, off-road tires, and unique styling; interior/trim options broaden
- 2015–2018Rebel added (2015, 285/70R17 tires); Limited becomes flagship; mechanical specs otherwise carry over
- 2016Essentially unchanged: redesigned center console standard across the lineup; Rebel (introduced mid-2015) gains new interior color choices including Radar Red
- 2018DS production continued after 2018 as the 'Ram 1500 Classic' (2019–2024, Tradesman/Express/Warlock/Big Horn trims) sold alongside the new DT. This generation's data applies to those Classic trucks; the DT generation below covers same-year 'new body' trucks
2012–2018 Ram 1500 wiper blades: common questions
What size wiper blades does a 2012–2018 Ram 1500 take?
- 22 inches on the driver's side and 22 inches on the passenger's side.
Can you fit a longer wiper blade on a 2012–2018 Ram 1500?
- Going up one inch usually clears, but it is not free: an oversized driver's blade can overlap the passenger blade at the top of the sweep, or run off the edge of the glass and chatter. The factory sizes are chosen to sweep the maximum area without contact.
What wiper connector does a 2012–2018 Ram 1500 use?
- 22/22 pair, hook-arm connector; unchanged through the DS run including 2019–2024 Classic trucks. Blade packaging lists the connector type. Match it or the adapter will not latch.
Sources
- FCA media, 2015 Ram 1500 specifications (battery, capacities)
- NHTSA recall 19V-757, EcoDiesel EGR cooler (Part 573 report)
- FCA Safety Recall VB1, diesel EGR cooler, 2014–2019 Ram 1500 (oemdtc)
- RamForum, Safety recall P54 / NHTSA 14V-530 fuel pump relay
- Diesel Hub, 3.0L EcoDiesel oil change guide (capacities, filters, TSB 18-078-16)
- fueleconomy.gov, 2015 Ram 1500 EPA ratings
- Wheel-Size.com, 2016 Ram 1500 OE fitments
- RamForumZ, 5.7L spark plug spec (NGK LZFR5C-11, 30k interval)
- RamForum, oil change indicator reset procedure
