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2009–2018 RAM 1500 & 2500 Power Folding Mirror Repair: Solid Brass & Billet Gears & High-Torque Motors

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Description

Stop paying $800+ per side for factory mirror assemblies. Fix your RAM's power folding mirrors permanently with our precision-engineered Solid Brass & Billet gears and high-torque motors.

The power folding mirror assemblies on 2009–2018 RAM trucks are notorious for failing due to a weak, thin plastic spur gear and an underpowered electric motor. Dealerships only offer the option to replace the entire assembly—only for it to fail again down the road. GruvenParts offers the permanent, lifetime fix.

The Engineering Gap: OEM Failure vs. GruvenParts Solution

Feature

 

OEM Factory Unit

 

GruvenParts Brass Solution

Gear Material

 

Thin, brittle plastic.

 

Solid Gear Brass (Thicker cross-section).

Failure Mode

 

Fatigue cracking/stripping.

 

Fatigue-resistant/Impact-tested.

Motor

 

Weak, prone to burning out.

 

High-torque replacement motor.

Repair Cost

 

Expensive assembly replacement.

 

Affordable DIY gear & motor kit.

DIY Resources & Installation

Ordering Options

  • Gear & Motor Kit: Includes solid brass gear pre-mounted to a stainless main shaft and a high-torque motor. (1 kit repairs 1 mirror; buy 2 to fix both sides).
  • Complete Drive Units: Don’t have time for the labor? We offer complete, pre-assembled metal-cased drive units.
    • Note: Please email Paul@GruvenParts.com to check core availability. We offer a $30 core refund for sending back your original, repairable drive unit.

Critical Fitment Warning

THESE KITS ARE FOR STANDARD SIZE, NON-TOWING MIRRORS ONLY.

Fitment & Compatibility

Fits 2009–2018 RAM 1500 and 2500 trucks (4th Gen) with power-folding, non-towing mirrors, including:

  • Models: Big Horn, Express, Laramie, Lone Star, Outdoorsman, Rebel, ST, Sport, Crew, and Tradesmen (Standard/Extended/Crew cabs).
  • Compatible OEM Part Numbers: 1UK681BUAF, 1UK681BUAE, 1UK681BUAD, 1UK681ARAF, 1UK681ARAE, 1UK681ARAD, 1UK681DMAF, 1UK681DMAE, 1UK681DMAD, 1UK681LBAF, 1UK681LBAE, 1UK681LBAD, 1UK681R4AF, 1UK681R4AE, 1UK681R4AD, 1UK681RPAF, 1UK681RPAE, 1UK681RPAD, 1UK681S2AF, 1UK681S2AE, 1UK681S2AD, 1UK681W7AF, 1UK681W7AE, 1UK681W7AD, 1UK681X8AF, 1UK681X8AE, 1UK681X8AD, 1UK691BUAF, 1UK691BUAE, 1UK691BUAD, 1UK691ARAF, 1UK691ARAE, 1UK691ARAD, 1UK691DMAF, 1UK691DMAE, 1UK691DMAD, 1UK691LBAF, 1UK691LBAE, 1UK691LBAD, 1UK691R4AF, 1UK691R4AE, 1UK691R4AD, 1UK691RPAF, 1UK691RPAE, 1UK691RPAD, 1UK691S2AF, 1UK691S2AE, 1UK691S2AD, 1UK691W7AF, 1UK691W7AE, 1UK691W7AD, 1UK691X8AF, 1UK691X8AE, 1UK691X8AD.
  • If your part number is not listed, please contact us; most 2009–2018 power-folding mirrors use this gear/motor combo.

 

Not the right gear for your truck? View our full range of Ram Power Mirror Repair Kits here.

Warranty Information

This product carries a Lifetime Warranty. Provided you don't burn the vehicle or destroy the unit via severe collision, send the motor drive unit to us and we will replace the gear assembly for free (customer is responsible for shipping costs).

45 Reviews

  • 5
    2019 Ram 1500 Folding Mirror Motor assy replacement

    Posted by Anthony Stephenson on 26th Jan 2026

    Removal of the mirror was the worst part of the disassembly process. The inside top tab broke when I tried to remove. Didn't preheat it enough before I tried to remove it. Other than that the process was a breeze. Took me about an hour. This upgrade is much better than the factory assy and retracts twice as fast as my other mirror. Worth the money.

  • 5
    Straight Forward Install of Complete Drive Unit

    Posted by Joshua Holtzman on 20th Jul 2025

    I installed a complete drive unit for my driver’s door mirror (2013 RAM 1500 Limited) today and am so pleased with the results (as compared to paying dealership’s outrageous prices). The website has both a PDF and an excellent video which I studied, in advance, and worked along with the video pacing me. First time I had done this so I found myself very cautious (measure twice/cut once) but the video was geared to a first timer. Buying the complete Drive Unit was a larger investment (($230 versus $69) but the cost was well worth it. Once the mirror was stripped down to the Drive Unit, install was simple (4 screws) and then reassembled the rest of the mirror components. One lesson learned: I actually took off the Tilt Motor Assembly (one screw) to facilitate re-installing the Assembly’s plug which is partially blocked (on driver’s side door only) by a piece of metal which is there to ensure the plug does not come out. In hindsight, I would have taken the assembly off while disassembling the mirror as well. Great product from Gruvenparts - so pleased I found them online.

  • 5
    Better than OEM

    Posted by Luigi on 9th Jun 2025

    I bought 2 Gears/Motors Combo - Fix 2 Mirrors even though my 2018 RAM 1500 Sport has only damaged one of them (surely the other will suffer the same fate). These replacements are much better than the ones that come from the factory because those are made of plastic.... These are solid metal. Good price and good delivery service. Very pleased with my purchase!

  • 5
    Gruvanparts stands behind their products

    Posted by Dave on 7th May 2025

    I haven’t had a chance to install the motor and worm gear yet, but wanted to commend Gruvanparts for the quick response and excellent service provided when I had an issue with the original one I ordered from them. They sent out a replacement the same day I made them aware of the problem. Excellent service!!! I have no reason to believe the replacement part will not work fine.

  • 5
    works as it should

    Posted by Unknown on 21st Mar 2025

    Easy people to work with. Had a motor gear replaced. Works as it should immediately after re-installing.

  • 5
    high quality product

    Posted by Greg P on 14th Mar 2025

    Highest quality and great service,quick turn around on the motor/gear combo exchange

  • 5
    Best Product ever

    Posted by David Much on 16th Jan 2025

    After checking out many parts, and mirrors for my truck, I choose Gruven. The parts were the highest quality I have ever seen, the install instructions were 5 star, and when I ran into a problem, 1 hr after sending my email question, I had an answer.

  • 5
    Fixed my mirror

    Posted by Charles Leak on 12th Jan 2025

    Took a bit to get the mirror apart but I got it done and sure enough the factory plastic gear was broken. The new metal parts fit perfectly, and the mirror works great now.

  • 5
    works great

    Posted by Sean Hofmann on 31st Dec 2024

    PDF directions were great and the gear and motor work perfectly. Well worth the time at the bench, and the price sure beat the cost of a new mirror. Had a question and Paul responded quickly.

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