1999 DODGE RAM 3500
1 recalls, 146 complaints - 23 TSBs
08E027000 Mar 28, 2008
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
AFFINIA IS RECALLING 5,700 AFTERMARKET CHASSIS TIE ROD ASSEMBLIES MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 28, 2006 THROUGH MARCH 17, 2008, SOLD FOR USE ON MY 1998 AND 1999 DODGE RAM 2500 AND 3500 HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS. THE DUST SEAL SUPPLIED WITH THE CHASSIS TIE RODS WERE MANUFACTURED TO THE WRONG SPECIFICATION. AS A... Read more
Consequence
IF THIS CONDITION REMAINS UNDETECTED, THE BOLT CAN EVENTUALLY UNSEAT COMPLETELY, CAUSING THE AFFECTED WHEEL TO DISENGAGE FROM THE STEERING MECHANISM, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Remedy
AFFINIA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED CHASSIS TIE ROD ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING APRIL 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AFFINIA AT 734-827-5400.
Complaint Statistics
146 total complaints
11 crashes 6 fires 2 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| STRUCTURE | 11 |
| POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | 11 |
| STEERING | 9 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 6 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 5 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL | 4 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 4 |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 4 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 29, 2019
Incident date: Jun 20, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD BEGAN TO FRACTURE AND WAS CURRENTLY IN SEVERAL PIECES. THE CONTACT CALLED I-10 MAC HAIK DODGE CHRYSLER (LOCATED AT 12111 KATY FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77079, 713-538-2700) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPL... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Feb 8, 2019
Incident date: Jan 1, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPARE TIRE CABLES UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE WERE RUSTED. THE FAILURE PREVENTED THE CONTACT FROM PLACING THE TIRE BACK IN THE SPARE TIRE COMPARTMENT, AS IT COULD FALL WHILE DRIVING. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 20, 2018
Incident date: May 16, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SPOUSE WAS DRIVING 30 MPH, SHE TURNED A CORNER AND CRASHED INTO A BAND OF TREES THAT WERE COVERING THE ROAD. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT CALLED GOSS DODGE CHRYSLER A... Read more
Crash
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
Oct 2, 2017
Incident date: Oct 2, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE HOOD OPENED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO A SHOULDER LANE SO THAT THE CONTACT COULD CLOSE THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE LOCAL DEALER (FLEMINGTON CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM (2... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 7, 2017
Incident date: Dec 1, 1999
DASH IS NO GOOD BREAKING UP IF AIRBAG IS INFLATED THE PARTS OF DASH WOULD PUT OUT YOUR EYES COULD EVEN DO MORE ALL THE DODGE DASHES ARE BREAKING THEY NEED TO BE FIXED.
STEERING
Jul 13, 2016
Incident date: Dec 15, 2015
EVER SINCE WE PURCHASED THE TRUCK USED FROM DODGE DEALER IN TUCSON ARIZONA WE HAVE HAD CONCERNS WITH SUSPENSION AND STEERING OF THE TRUCK. WHEN DRIVING THE TRUCK STEERING IS BOUNCY AND UNSTABLE. WE THOUGHT IT WAS ALIGNMENT SO WE TOOK IT IN AND TRUCK CONTINUES THE SAME. WHEN PULLING OUT 34' 5TH WHEE... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jul 13, 2016
Incident date: Dec 15, 2015
EVER SINCE WE PURCHASED THE TRUCK USED FROM DODGE DEALER IN TUCSON ARIZONA WE HAVE HAD CONCERNS WITH SUSPENSION AND STEERING OF THE TRUCK. WHEN DRIVING THE TRUCK STEERING IS BOUNCY AND UNSTABLE. WE THOUGHT IT WAS ALIGNMENT SO WE TOOK IT IN AND TRUCK CONTINUES THE SAME. WHEN PULLING OUT 34' 5TH WHEE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 13, 2016
Incident date: Dec 15, 2015
EVER SINCE WE PURCHASED THE TRUCK USED FROM DODGE DEALER IN TUCSON ARIZONA WE HAVE HAD CONCERNS WITH SUSPENSION AND STEERING OF THE TRUCK. WHEN DRIVING THE TRUCK STEERING IS BOUNCY AND UNSTABLE. WE THOUGHT IT WAS ALIGNMENT SO WE TOOK IT IN AND TRUCK CONTINUES THE SAME. WHEN PULLING OUT 34' 5TH WHEE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 6, 2016
Incident date: Feb 23, 2016
I JUST GOT THE TRUCK AND HAVE HAD BRAKES ACT FUNNY FRONT BRAKES SOME TIMES LOCK UP PULLS TO THE RIGHT, ACTS LIKE YOUR ON ICE, AND SOME TIMES LIKE YOU STEP ON A BRICK SO I LOOK IT UP ON THE INTERNET TO SEE THEY HAVE HAD THIS GOING ON FROM 1997 TO TODAY ALL THE SAME THINGS NOT 100 BUT 10000S OF COMPL... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Mar 4, 2016
Incident date: Feb 26, 2016
RUNS OUT OF FUEL AT 1/4 TANK,BREAKS ACT LIKE FRONT BREAKS OR ON ICE WHEN COMING TO STOP DRY ROAD , CRUSE CONTROL DONT WORK WITH VACUUM LEAK
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 4, 2016
Incident date: Feb 26, 2016
RUNS OUT OF FUEL AT 1/4 TANK,BREAKS ACT LIKE FRONT BREAKS OR ON ICE WHEN COMING TO STOP DRY ROAD , CRUSE CONTROL DONT WORK WITH VACUUM LEAK
SERVICE BRAKES
Mar 4, 2016
Incident date: Feb 26, 2016
RUNS OUT OF FUEL AT 1/4 TANK,BREAKS ACT LIKE FRONT BREAKS OR ON ICE WHEN COMING TO STOP DRY ROAD , CRUSE CONTROL DONT WORK WITH VACUUM LEAK
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 16, 2015
Incident date: Dec 11, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE PARK LAMPS, FOG LIGHTS, EXTERIOR ROOF LIGHTS AND THE TAIL LIGHTS FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REPLACE THE HEADLAMP SWITCH, HE NOTICED THAT THE SWITCH AND WIRING HARNESS HAD MELTED.... Read more
Fire
STEERING
Jul 28, 2015
Incident date: Jul 21, 2015
07/21/2015 VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY VEERED RIGHT LEAVING HIGHWAY RESULTING IN A CRASH
Crash
1 injured
STEERING
Jul 28, 2015
Incident date: Jul 21, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED PULLING TO THE LEFT. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES FAILED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE LEFT THE ROADWAY AND CRASHED INTO A RETAINING WALL. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, KNOCKING THE ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
TIRES
Sep 23, 2013
Incident date: Aug 15, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500 EQUIPPED WITH BF GOODRICH COMMERCIAL TIRES, SIZE: TA LT215/85/R16. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, SHE NOTICED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS SHAKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A MECHANIC TO HAVE THE TIRES BALANCED BUT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRONT... Read more
STRUCTURE
Apr 16, 2013
Incident date: Oct 6, 2003
DASH BEGAN CRACKING IN 2003, AND HAS CONTINUED UNTIL NOW IT IS FALLING IN. I AM AFRAID THAT THE PIECES WILL CAUSE AN UNKNOWN HAZARD IN THE PARTS HOUSED UNDER THE DASH. *TR
STRUCTURE
Oct 2, 2012
Incident date: Feb 24, 2010
THE DASHBOARD ON MY RAM 3500 CRACKED AND IT IS FALLING THROUGH. THERE IS A POTENTIAL HAZARD WITH THE SMALL PLASTIC PIECES. *TR
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 29, 2012
Incident date: May 9, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED AND SHARP SHARDS WERE EXPOSED. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN, BUT THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 289,0... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Dec 20, 2011
Incident date: Dec 19, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MAIN ENGINE COMPUTER EXHIBITED A SHORT, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ENGAGE FULL THROTTLE WHEN STARTING THE ENGINE. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Nov 21, 2011
Incident date: Nov 1, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED HE NOTICED THAT HIS DASHBOARD WAS FRACTURED IN DIFFERENT AREAS. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY A DEALER NOR HAD IT BEEN REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 74,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 30, 2011
Incident date: Aug 1, 2004
DASH BOARD HAS CRACKED, HOLES, SPLITTING. WORRIED THAT AIRBAG COULD DEPLOY NOTICED PROBLEM ABOUT 7 YEARS AGO -- BROUGHT TO DEALERS ATTENTION - BUT TOLD IT WAS COSMETIC -- WOULD NOT DO ANYTHING ABOUT. IT WOULD COST ME $1500+ TO REPLACE.
STRUCTURE
Aug 10, 2011
Incident date: Jan 15, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 290,000. UPDATED ... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Aug 10, 2011
Incident date: Jan 15, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 290,000. UPDATED ... Read more
STEERING
Jul 15, 2011
Incident date: Jul 14, 2011
WHILE TRAVELING AT A SLOW SPEED THERE WAS A SUDDEN STEERING FAILURE RESULTING IN COMPLETE LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL. A LOOK UNDER THE VEHICLE SHOWED THAT THE ENTIRE PASSENGER SIDE IDLER ARM ASSEMBLY HAD RIPPED OFF THE FRAME AND THE ARM AND STEERING LINKAGES WERE DRAGGING ON THE GROUND. THE FAILURE SEE... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Feb 9, 2011
Incident date: Oct 13, 2010
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING UPHILL PULLING A TOW TRAILER, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STALL. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES BUT THEY FAILED TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARD AND THE TOW TRAILER JACK KNIFED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE CO... Read more
Crash
STRUCTURE
Feb 20, 2010
Incident date: May 19, 2008
1999 DODGE RAM QUAD CAB 3500 DASH STARTED CRACKING ON PASSENGER SIDE AND LARGE PIECE WITH SHARP EDGE FELL INTO DASH. DASH BEGAN SPLITTING IN OTHER PLACES SOON AFTERWARD. REPAIRED WITH A MOLDED DASH COVER THAT DOESN'T FIT REALLY WELL.*TR
POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
Nov 12, 2009
Incident date: Jun 1, 2009
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. WHEN THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF, SMOKE ENGULFED THE FRONT-END OF THE VEHICLE. HE NOTICED A SMALL ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE OCCURRED THE SECOND TIME. HE WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FLAMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL FACILITY, AND HE WAS ADVISED THAT... Read more
Fire
STRUCTURE
Nov 9, 2009
Incident date: Mar 1, 2001
SHREADED DASHBOARD MATERIAL IN DODGE RAM TRUCK. *TR
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Nov 9, 2009
Incident date: Mar 1, 2001
SHREADED DASHBOARD MATERIAL IN DODGE RAM TRUCK. *TR
STRUCTURE
Jun 20, 2009
Incident date: Jan 5, 2002
DASH BOARD FALLING APART ON DODGE 3500 1999 DIESEL TRUCK THERE IS NOTHING LEFT TRYING TO FIND AFTER MARKET SO FAR NO LUCK WAS TOLD ONE FROM DODGE IS HIGH SINCE STARTED FALLING APART SINCE TWO YEARS AFTER IT WAS NEW DODGE SHOULD HAVE TO REPLACE IS THERE A RECALL ON THIS IT HAS FELL APART SO BAD I HA... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Mar 31, 2009
Incident date: Mar 23, 2009
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT DOES NOT RETRACT PROPERLY. THE FAILURE WOULD PREVENT OCCUPANTS IN THE VEHICLE FROM BEING PROTECTED IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VIN WAS EXCLUDED FROM NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 01... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Dec 12, 2008
Incident date: Nov 27, 2008
DODGE TRUCK DIED,WOULDN'T START, WHEN TRYING TO START GAS WAS LEAKING ALL OVER THE ENGINE, TOWED TO AAMCO, FUEL FILTER HOUSING WAS LEAKING, MOPAR PART WAS DISCONTINUED BECAUSE CHRYSLER WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM, NEW PART COST $1606 TO REPLACE,..THIS SHOULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL BECAUSE OF THE SAFETY HAZ... Read more
TIRES
Dec 3, 2008
Incident date: Nov 15, 2008
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. THE VEHICLE HAS YOKOHAMA ALL SEASON RADIAL TIRES, SIZE 215/85/R16 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE ENTIRE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE STEERING PULLED THREE INCHES BACK. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SAFELY DRIV... Read more
STRUCTURE
Aug 16, 2008
Incident date: Aug 10, 2008
DASHBOARD ON 1999 DODGE RAM PICKUP HAS "SPIDERWEB" CRACKED INTO MANY SHARP PIECES. THIS STARTED OCCURRING A WEEK GO, AND HAS NOW SPREAD TO MOST OF THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE DASH. IN THE EVENT OF A PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT, I'M CONCERNED THAT THE DASH WILL DISINTEGRATE INTO MANY MORE SMALL ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
May 3, 2008
Incident date: Jan 3, 2008
CONTINUOUS AT SPEEDS OF 40 TO 60 MPH, AUTO TRANS SHIFTS BETWEEN GEARS HIGH/LOW, HAD TRANSMISSION REPLACED THAT THEY SAID WAS THE PROBLEM IE: $2,400.00, DID NOT FIX IT, STILL HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. ITS WELL KNOWN IN THE TRANSMISSION AND DEALER SHOPS THAT ITS A ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE FROM THE PUMPS O... Read more
STRUCTURE
Apr 18, 2008
Incident date: Apr 16, 2008
THE DASHBOARD OF THE VEHICLE IS CRACKING. MAJOR CRACKS. *TR
STRUCTURE
Mar 24, 2008
Incident date: Mar 4, 2005
THE TOP DASH COVER IS CRACKING AND FALLING APART INTO TRIANGLE SHAPED PIECES. IN FRONTAL COLLISION, I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE POSSIBILITY OF THESE PIECES POSING A DANGER TO THE PASSENGERS. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Jan 16, 2008
Incident date: Nov 16, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 35000. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD FLICKER ON AND OFF THEN ILLUMINATE AFTER TWO SECONDS. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH, BULBS AND WIRES; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 292,000 AND CURRENT MILEAGE W... Read more
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Oct 26, 2007
Incident date: Oct 25, 2007
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE GEAR WAS SHIFTED INTO FIFTH GEAR AND THE VEHICLE DECELERATED TO 40 MPH. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS PRESENT. THE MECHANIC AT THE REPAIR SHOP STATED THAT A NUT ON THE FIFTH GEAR FAILED. NO REPAIRS WERE MADE. THE CURRENT MI... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Oct 16, 2007
Incident date: Oct 8, 2007
WITHOUT WARNING TRUCK STOPPED RUNNING. ENGINE WOULD CRANK, BUT NOT RESTART. HAD TO BE TOWED. ANALYSIS INDICATED FUEL LIFT PUMP FAILURE, WHICH IN TURN CAUSED FUEL INJECTOR PUMP TO FAIL. A NEW LIFT PUMP AND REBUILT INJECTOR PUMP INSTALLED. TOTAL COST FOR PARTS, LABOR, TAX = $2533.75. REFER TO C... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jun 4, 2007
Incident date: Jan 1, 2002
DASHBOARD CRACKED IN VAIOUS SPOTS, PARTS FALLING INTO ELECTRICAL AREA, LOOSE HEADLIGHTS SOMETIMES WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. *TR
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 15, 2007
Incident date: Dec 1, 2003
DASH BOARD CRACKED FOR NO APPARENT REASON OR ABUSE. TRUCK WAS TAKEN TO DODGE DEALER UNDER EXTENDED WARRANTY AND WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS NOT COVERED AND THAT I MUST HAVE DONE SOMETHING TO CAUSE THE DASH TO CRACK AND BREAK. AT THIS POINT DODGE HAS DONE NOTHING TO REMEDY THE ISSUE. *JB
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 25, 2006
Incident date: Jun 12, 2006
THE DASH HAS DEVELOPED A CRACK FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE DEFROSTER DUCT TO THE TOP OF THE GLOVE COMPARTMENT. THIS SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING TO A LOT OF DODGE RAM TRUCKS. *JB
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Jun 13, 2006
Incident date: Jun 8, 2006
LIFT OR TRANSFER PUMP HAS FAILED 5 TIMES AND BOSCH INJECTOR PUMP TWICE. AT THIS TIME DODGE WILL NO LONGER REPLACE THE TRANSFER PUMP BUT IS REQUIRING THE CONSUMER TO PURCHASE AN EXPENSIVE CONVERSION KIT WHICH REPLACES THE ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT. *JB
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Jan 12, 2006
Incident date: Jan 12, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE ENGINE STALLED. THE PROBLEM OCCURRED MOSTLY WHEN THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD OR WHEN TURNING. THE ENGINE RESTARTED AUTOMATICALLY. THE PROBLEM OCCURRED AT A VARIETY OF SPEEDS. UPON INSPECTION THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE TRANSFER PUMP AND INJECTO... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
Jan 12, 2006
Incident date: Jan 12, 2006
DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE ENGINE STALLED. THE PROBLEM OCCURRED MOSTLY WHEN THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD OR WHEN TURNING. THE ENGINE RESTARTED AUTOMATICALLY. THE PROBLEM OCCURRED AT A VARIETY OF SPEEDS. UPON INSPECTION THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THE TRANSFER PUMP AND INJECTO... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Jan 4, 2006
Incident date: Aug 10, 2005
1999 DODGE RAM 3500 CUMMINS VP44 FAILURE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC NO BRAKES OR STEERING TRUCK HAS 60000 MILES. *JB
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Jan 4, 2006
Incident date: Aug 10, 2005
1999 DODGE RAM 3500 CUMMINS VP44 FAILURE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC NO BRAKES OR STEERING TRUCK HAS 60000 MILES. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Jan 2, 2006
Incident date: Dec 30, 2005
AT 86,000 MILES, DIESEL FUEL INJECTION PUMP FAILED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING CAUSING ENGINE TO QUIT RUNNING LEADING TO A LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND ASSISTED BRAKE CONTROL. I WAS ABLE TO COAST THE TRUCK TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND OUT OF THE FLOW OF TRAFFIC WITH GREAT DIFFICULTY BEFORE COMING TO ... Read more
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Technical Service Bulletins, 1999 DODGE RAM 3500
23 manufacturer communications from 15 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 7 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER | 2 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 1 |
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
9004275
Jul 22, 2020
116340 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
KEY, Master If replacing the key/FOBIK on a WJ, KJ, TJ, or PT Cruiser, use the "AC" NIC level part number. The "AB" NIC level will not program to these platforms. For all other platforms, if the "AB" NIC level will not program to the vehi
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
08-049-20
Apr 22, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are nece
DOR-X6W2U-06
Mar 23, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This SKU is a Clock Spring. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the internal spring. If the internal spring is not seated, the electrical circuit for the horn is disconnected and the horn will not fu
DOR-X6W2U-06
Mar 23, 2020
140000 AIR BAGS
This SKU is a Clock Spring. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the internal spring. If the internal spring is not seated, the electrical circuit for the horn is disconnected and the horn will not fu
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-005-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-006-19
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100319
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100519
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
31-003-19
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
160000 STRUCTURE
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
3100619
Nov 20, 2019
350000 EQUIPMENT
Repair Parts Used For Structural Repairs This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to structural repair parts usage.
1807717
Aug 31, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Connecting to the DRB III Emulator for Cummins Engines
68332810A
Sep 7, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only.
68332810
Sep 7, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. C
R2118796A
Feb 26, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Valve Body. These may cause over drive cycling.
9002849
Sep 3, 2014
160000 STRUCTURE
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement
9002849
Sep 3, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
Part Description: Insulator on Lever Assy Manual Valve - Valve Body - RWD Transmission Issue Description: The manual valve insulator, attaching rivet and instruction sheet are now available as a kit. If the insulator requires replacement
9002688
Feb 13, 2013
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or
9002688
Feb 13, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or
9002688
Feb 13, 2013
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
68069384A$, R8069384A$, 68086182A$, R8027067A$, RL002012A$ - Gasket, Cylinder Head Cover Before replacing injectors for Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0205, and/or P0206, please make sure that the wiring loom and/or
NHTSA Safety Investigations, DODGE RAM 3500
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE08059
Opened: Oct 7, 2008 , Closed: Apr 17, 2009
TURN SIGNAL MALFUNCTION
ODI HAS CLOSED THIS INVESTIGATION BASED ON A REVIEW OF THE COMPLAINTS, OTHER FIELD DATA AND TECHNICAL DATA SUBMITTED BY CHRYSLER TO THE AGENCY.CHRYSLER REPORTS THAT THE MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH IS HARD WIRED INTO THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER (IC) AND THE CLUSTER DECIDES WHICH DIRECTION HAS BEEN SELECTED BASED... Read more
PE02049
Opened: Jun 3, 2002 , Closed: Oct 1, 2002
TIRE VALVE
DODGE RAM 3500 - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the DODGE RAM 3500 across all model years (1994, 2012).
96
Total Recalls
3,822
Total Complaints
2
Investigations
242
Reported Crashes
157
Reported Fires
9
Reported Deaths
DODGE RAM 3500 - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 9 | 502 | View |
| 2011 | 5 | 293 | View |
| 2010 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 5 | 130 | View |
| 2008 | 11 | 221 | View |
| 2007 | 14 | 284 | View |
| 2006 | 11 | 349 | View |
| 2005 | 7 | 240 | View |
| 2004 | 7 | 276 | View |
| 2003 | 9 | 330 | View |
| 2002 | 1 | 59 | View |
| 2001 | 1 | 168 | View |
| 2000 | 1 | 77 | View |
| 1999 (current) | 1 | 146 | |
| 1998 | 1 | 134 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 153 | View |
| 1996 | 1 | 182 | View |
| 1995 | 1 | 132 | View |
| 1994 | 1 | 102 | View |
| 1993 | 0 | 26 | View |
| 1992 | 0 | 11 | View |
| 1991 | 0 | 5 | View |