2025 RAM 3500

5 recalls, 95 complaints

26V225000 Apr 9, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the req... Read more
Consequence
An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 35D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable ... Read more
65,348 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
26V059000 Feb 2, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights ... Read more
Consequence
Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall ... Read more
456,287 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
25V882000 Dec 18, 2025
AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Ram 2500 Pickup, 3500 Pickup, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis trucks. A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the driver's side air bag and/or seat belt pretensioner not to deploy in a crash and ... Read more
Consequence
Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, a driver's side air bag or seat belt pretensioner that does not deploy increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 15, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is C3C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in th... Read more
52,565 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
25V826000 Dec 1, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Ram Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel cluster display to be blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply ... Read more
Consequence
An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or gear selection, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel software or replace the instrument panel cluster, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are B4C and ... Read more
72,509 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
25V297000 May 8, 2025
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 vehicles equipped with a 3.5" cluster and column shifter. A software error may cause the gear selection display to be inaccurate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard ... Read more
Consequence
An inaccurate gear selection display may mislead the driver as to what gear is actually selected, leading to unexpected vehicle movement and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 36C.
778 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Complaint Statistics

95 total complaints 5 crashes 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
POWER TRAIN15
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM13
UNKNOWN OR OTHER12
ENGINE10
SERVICE BRAKES8
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING4
STEERING4
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL3
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM3
SEAT BELTS2
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2026
Upon start up of the vehicle multiple warning codes appear; ABS turned off, 4 wheel drive temporarily disabled, Stability turned off, front and rear parking sensors disabled, Cruise Control disabled (in all forms). If vehicle is put into drive, or issue happens when the vehicle is already in drive; ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2026
Upon start up of the vehicle multiple warning codes appear; ABS turned off, 4 wheel drive temporarily disabled, Stability turned off, front and rear parking sensors disabled, Cruise Control disabled (in all forms). If vehicle is put into drive, or issue happens when the vehicle is already in drive; ... Read more
ENGINE Sep 9, 2026
Incident date: Sep 9, 2026
Upon start up of the vehicle multiple warning codes appear; ABS turned off, 4 wheel drive temporarily disabled, Stability turned off, front and rear parking sensors disabled, Cruise Control disabled (in all forms). If vehicle is put into drive, or issue happens when the vehicle is already in drive; ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 28, 2026
Incident date: Oct 22, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 Ram 3500. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle brand new and filling the fuel tank on December 3, 2025, the DEF depth gauge failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the module was reprogrammed and the physical gauge was replaced. However, the c... Read more
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES Aug 28, 2026
Incident date: Oct 22, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 Ram 3500. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle brand new and filling the fuel tank on December 3, 2025, the DEF depth gauge failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the module was reprogrammed and the physical gauge was replaced. However, the c... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL Aug 28, 2026
Incident date: Oct 22, 2025
The contact owns a 2025 Ram 3500. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle brand new and filling the fuel tank on December 3, 2025, the DEF depth gauge failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where the module was reprogrammed and the physical gauge was replaced. However, the c... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Jun 6, 2025
When driving the Anti lock brakes, cruise control, front and rear collision warning system, automatic emergency breaking system and lane keeping system are disabled. All of these alerts are displayed on the display cluster. All of these systems are disabled at the same time. I was told by the deal... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Jun 6, 2025
When driving the Anti lock brakes, cruise control, front and rear collision warning system, automatic emergency breaking system and lane keeping system are disabled. All of these alerts are displayed on the display cluster. All of these systems are disabled at the same time. I was told by the deal... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 25, 2026
Incident date: Jun 6, 2025
When driving the Anti lock brakes, cruise control, front and rear collision warning system, automatic emergency breaking system and lane keeping system are disabled. All of these alerts are displayed on the display cluster. All of these systems are disabled at the same time. I was told by the deal... Read more
ENGINE Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Aug 7, 2026
I have been submitting reports to you for several months with no resolution. The truck yet again experienced the same problem, twice, within 1 week. It would start but then claim that it couldn't detect what gear it was in and said "can't shut off until transmission is in park". After cutting electr... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Jul 3, 2026
The 2025 and 2026 dually 3500 Ram trucks with the 12" AAM rear axle are having issues with the rear wheel speed sensors (different sensor for each side). They apparently fail or are not able to properly communicate to the computer. When this happens, the following are disabled: -ABS -Auto Emergency ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Aug 4, 2026
The 2025 and 2026 dually 3500 Ram trucks with the 12" AAM rear axle are having issues with the rear wheel speed sensors (different sensor for each side). They apparently fail or are not able to properly communicate to the computer. When this happens, the following are disabled: -ABS -Auto Emergency ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Jul 3, 2026
The 2025 and 2026 dually 3500 Ram trucks with the 12" AAM rear axle are having issues with the rear wheel speed sensors (different sensor for each side). They apparently fail or are not able to properly communicate to the computer. When this happens, the following are disabled: -ABS -Auto Emergency ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Jul 3, 2026
The 2025 and 2026 dually 3500 Ram trucks with the 12" AAM rear axle are having issues with the rear wheel speed sensors (different sensor for each side). They apparently fail or are not able to properly communicate to the computer. When this happens, the following are disabled: -ABS -Auto Emergency ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Aug 7, 2026
I have been submitting reports to you for several months with no resolution. The truck yet again experienced the same problem, twice, within 1 week. It would start but then claim that it couldn't detect what gear it was in and said "can't shut off until transmission is in park". After cutting electr... Read more
POWER TRAIN Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Aug 4, 2026
The 2025 and 2026 dually 3500 Ram trucks with the 12" AAM rear axle are having issues with the rear wheel speed sensors (different sensor for each side). They apparently fail or are not able to properly communicate to the computer. When this happens, the following are disabled: -ABS -Auto Emergency ... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Aug 4, 2026
The 2025 and 2026 dually 3500 Ram trucks with the 12" AAM rear axle are having issues with the rear wheel speed sensors (different sensor for each side). They apparently fail or are not able to properly communicate to the computer. When this happens, the following are disabled: -ABS -Auto Emergency ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 24, 2026
Incident date: Aug 7, 2026
I have been submitting reports to you for several months with no resolution. The truck yet again experienced the same problem, twice, within 1 week. It would start but then claim that it couldn't detect what gear it was in and said "can't shut off until transmission is in park". After cutting electr... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Aug 12, 2026
Incident date: Aug 15, 2025
The camera does not activate when the car is put into reverse. It also doesn't activate when you are parking the car. The parking camera doesn't show on the screen at all. The recall on this item was repaired on my car but didn't fix the issue and the dealer refused to service it further without sig... Read more
WHEELS Aug 12, 2026
Incident date: Aug 15, 2025
From the first day i bought the truck i noticed it had a very tight vibration coming from the rear. I thought its may just be the Firestone tires that were put on at the factory. I had to drive out of state to a small town in Nevada. After around 3500 miles the vibration became severe and felt l... Read more
STEERING Jun 20, 2026
Incident date: Jun 13, 2026
While driving there is a loss of power, the battery fails, electronic components shut down and car stops. Has happened intermittently. Replaced battery. This is a significant safety issue happened on freeway near exit ramp, in parking lot in driveway, everything cuts out. Opened hood and seems to... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 20, 2026
Incident date: Jun 13, 2026
While driving there is a loss of power, the battery fails, electronic components shut down and car stops. Has happened intermittently. Replaced battery. This is a significant safety issue happened on freeway near exit ramp, in parking lot in driveway, everything cuts out. Opened hood and seems to... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Jun 20, 2026
Incident date: Jun 13, 2026
The windshield wiper design and wiper fluid nozzle make visibility worse. The nozzle doesn’t spray until the wiper is at the top of the windshield amd sprays the fluid off the side of the car instead of onto the windshield for the wipers to clear. The little bit that does hit the windshield is eno... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jun 6, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
Intermittent hesitation when accelerating
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM May 15, 2026
Incident date: Jan 29, 2026
When accelerating, occasionally there is a hesitation. This becomes dangerous when accelerating from a side street onto a 55mph road when there’s an occasional break in traffic that I need to jump into. There’s been times where I got concerned when it hesitated and there was oncoming traffic. Th... Read more
POWER TRAIN May 15, 2026
Incident date: Jan 29, 2026
Backgroud: Recall #26V216 recalls classes of Mercedes vehicles for U-Joint failures. My vehicle - 2019 E460 4Matic Wagon is included in this class under the notice (Vehicle #6 [XXX] ) Issue: I took my vehicle to the dealer on Monday, 5/11 because of a hard knocking sound when I de/accelerate. De... Read more
ENGINE May 10, 2026
Incident date: Feb 2, 2026
Engine failed on 5/8/26 with 1794 miles. Sounds like possible main bearing failure, engine had 18psi oil pressure. Signs were, knocking, banging, screeching/squealing internally from engine. No codes or check engine lights appeared. Was driving approximately 35-40 MPH on mountainous paved road. Mana... Read more
POWER TRAIN May 9, 2026
Incident date: May 9, 2026
My transmission has started to fail. The check engine light came on the error code read p0867, transmission fluid pressure. Other lights came on as well because it tripped the rest of the sensors because of the CVT failure. This seems to be a common problem in Subarus
POWER TRAIN May 9, 2026
Incident date: May 9, 2026
My 2019 Toyota RAV4 Adventure suffered a sudden catastrophic transmission failure while driving on the highway on April 28, 2026, resulting in loss of forward gears and a dangerous situation. On April 28, 2026, while traveling in [XXX] , my 2019 Toyota RAV4 Adventure (159,173 miles) experienced a s... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS May 6, 2026
Incident date: Nov 1, 2025
Recurring camera and Autopilot defect on a 2023 Tesla Model Y (HW3 with in-cabin camera, in scope for NHTSA Recall 23V838). 7 service visits in 13.5 months and ~14,000 miles of my ownership. Tesla verified the camera/Autopilot defect in writing on 12/5/2025 and replaced the upper Quad Camera Cover ... Read more
AIR BAGS May 6, 2026
Incident date: Nov 1, 2025
Was in a serious accident while driving and rear ended another vehicle and my airbags did not deploy. Serious front end damage resulting in a total loss of my Tacoma. Shocked airbags did not deploy. Definitely should have.
Crash 1 injured
STRUCTURE:BODY May 5, 2026
Incident date: May 2, 2026
I was driving on in the left most lane on a highway at 70 miles speed with multiple trucks speeding from behind. My car suddenly lost acceleration and saw multiple warning messages on my car display. I barely managed to save my car from being hit by the trucks speeding from behind, applying emergen... Read more
SEAT BELTS May 4, 2026
Incident date: May 3, 2026
Purchased this vehicle used from dealership after reviewing the carfax and receiving reassurance from dealer that airbags were never deployed. 4 days after purchase passenger window needed to be reset into the track and upon removing plastic around front pillars, discovered vehicle had airbags cut o... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 4, 2026
Incident date: May 3, 2026
Purchased this vehicle used from dealership after reviewing the carfax and receiving reassurance from dealer that airbags were never deployed. 4 days after purchase passenger window needed to be reset into the track and upon removing plastic around front pillars, discovered vehicle had airbags cut o... Read more
AIR BAGS May 4, 2026
Incident date: May 3, 2026
Purchased this vehicle used from dealership after reviewing the carfax and receiving reassurance from dealer that airbags were never deployed. 4 days after purchase passenger window needed to be reset into the track and upon removing plastic around front pillars, discovered vehicle had airbags cut o... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 1, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2026
While driving my truck under normal conditions and using the turn signals as expected, I noticed an issue after parking in my driveway. The turn signals began activating automatically without any driver input, alternating from left to right approximately every 5 seconds. The behavior stopped once I... Read more
STEERING May 1, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2026
While driving my truck under normal conditions and using the turn signals as expected, I noticed an issue after parking in my driveway. The turn signals began activating automatically without any driver input, alternating from left to right approximately every 5 seconds. The behavior stopped once I... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 1, 2026
Incident date: May 1, 2026
While driving my truck under normal conditions and using the turn signals as expected, I noticed an issue after parking in my driveway. The turn signals began activating automatically without any driver input, alternating from left to right approximately every 5 seconds. The behavior stopped once I... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA Apr 28, 2026
Incident date: Mar 26, 2026
The contact owns a 2026 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the infotainment system failed to operate as intended, and unknown sensors were illuminated. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the diagnostic result was un... Read more
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT Apr 28, 2026
Incident date: Mar 26, 2026
The contact owns a 2026 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the infotainment system failed to operate as intended, and unknown sensors were illuminated. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the diagnostic result was un... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Apr 14, 2026
Incident date: Feb 2, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was turned off, restarted, and operated as intended. A local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed, and it was dete... Read more
ENGINE Apr 14, 2026
Incident date: Feb 2, 2026
My 2024 Ford Ranger XLT 2W has been suddenly losing power or stumbling upon initial acceleration. This has been occurring intermittently. My truck now has approximately 20,000 miles. The problem has become increasingly frequent. It seems to occur most often when accelerating from a complete stop. Th... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Apr 8, 2026
Incident date: Apr 8, 2026
*The vehicle cuts off randomly while driving without warning . *Error lights come on randomly on dash and states to shift to park. *Trouble starting the vehicle and putting in reverse. *There have been many random occurrences with this vehicle which began shortly after October 2025. * I have tak... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL Mar 27, 2026
Incident date: Dec 30, 2025
On December 29, 2025, the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster on my 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime went completely blank upon startup. This failure immediately eliminated my ability to see the speedometer, fuel and battery levels, tire pressure warnings, and all critical brake and hybrid system malfunction... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING Mar 27, 2026
Incident date: Dec 30, 2025
On December 29, 2025, the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster on my 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime went completely blank upon startup. This failure immediately eliminated my ability to see the speedometer, fuel and battery levels, tire pressure warnings, and all critical brake and hybrid system malfunction... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST Mar 27, 2026
Incident date: Dec 30, 2025
On December 29, 2025, the 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster on my 2023 Toyota RAV4 Prime went completely blank upon startup. This failure immediately eliminated my ability to see the speedometer, fuel and battery levels, tire pressure warnings, and all critical brake and hybrid system malfunction... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Mar 16, 2026
Incident date: Mar 14, 2026
The contact owned a 2025 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the automatic emergency braking system inadvertently deactivated. The automatic emergency braking system and passenger air bag warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the su... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Mar 16, 2026
Incident date: Jan 7, 2026
NHTSA COMPLAINT NARRATIVE — SAFERCAR.GOV Vehicle: 2024 Tesla Model Y Component/System: Full Self-Driving (Supervised) Software, Version 14.2.2.5 On March 14, 2026, at approximately 5:22 PM, a 2024 Tesla Model Y was traveling on U.S. Route 3 in Franconia, New Hampshire, at approximately 45 mph wit... Read more
Crash
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Mar 16, 2026
Incident date: Jan 7, 2026
NHTSA COMPLAINT NARRATIVE — SAFERCAR.GOV Vehicle: 2024 Tesla Model Y Component/System: Full Self-Driving (Supervised) Software, Version 14.2.2.5 On March 14, 2026, at approximately 5:22 PM, a 2024 Tesla Model Y was traveling on U.S. Route 3 in Franconia, New Hampshire, at approximately 45 mph wit... Read more
Crash
VISIBILITY/WIPER Mar 9, 2026
Incident date: Apr 22, 2025
The rear hatch window shattered without reason. Other than the drastic change in weather overnight. There are no signs of vandalism, and the car was not near any hazards overnight. Other owners of the same make years 2021 and below reports the same exact issue.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, RAM 3500

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

PE24009 Opened: Mar 27, 2024
PE, Open , Model Year: 2022
2022 RAM Transmission Snap Ring Failure
The Office of Defect Investigations (ODI) has received 82 complaints alleging loss of motive power due to an internal transmission failure of the K1 snap ring in model year 2022 Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 vehicles. Of these complaints, 16 describe a complete loss of motive power at speeds greater than... Read more

RAM 3500 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the RAM 3500 across all model years (2007, 2026).

165 Total Recalls
3,606 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
155 Reported Crashes
80 Reported Fires
5 Reported Deaths

RAM 3500 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 4 51 View
2025 (current) 5 95
2024 2 67 View
2023 5 23 View
2022 12 245 View
2021 9 91 View
2020 11 161 View
2019 14 178 View
2018 11 1,154 View
2017 13 429 View
2016 16 183 View
2015 16 205 View
2014 17 305 View
2013 18 182 View
2010 8 214 View
2009 2 4 View
2008 1 8 View
2007 1 11 View

Other RAM Models

Model Recalls Complaints
2500 337 7,345 View
1500 324 16,135 View
PROMASTER 176 777 View
5500 163 198 View
4500 162 64 View
PROMASTER CITY 46 139 View
C/V TRADESMAN 5 14 View
3500 CAB CHASSIS 2 4 View