2026 RAM 3500
4 recalls, 41 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
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
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
25V530000 Aug 18, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Ram 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2500, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The instrument panel may display an incorrect brake system warning light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety ... Read more
Consequence
An incorrect warning light can fail to alert the driver to critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 9, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 79C.
Complaint Statistics
41 total complaints
3 crashes 1 fires
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 12 |
| POWER TRAIN | 4 |
| ENGINE | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 2 |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING | 2 |
| STRUCTURE | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | 1 |
| STEERING | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL | 1 |
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Jun 21, 2026
Incident date: Jun 20, 2026
Just driving down the road and abs service, traction control service, 4wd service, automatic emergency brake disabled front and rear sensor service lights come on then go off and come back on later with a check engine light vehicle has less than. 500 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 21, 2026
Incident date: Jun 20, 2026
Just driving down the road and abs service, traction control service, 4wd service, automatic emergency brake disabled front and rear sensor service lights come on then go off and come back on later with a check engine light vehicle has less than. 500 miles
SERVICE BRAKES
Jun 21, 2026
Incident date: Jun 20, 2026
Just driving down the road and abs service, traction control service, 4wd service, automatic emergency brake disabled front and rear sensor service lights come on then go off and come back on later with a check engine light vehicle has less than. 500 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Jun 17, 2026
The contact owns a 2026 Ram 3500. The contact stated that occasionally while hauling a trailer and driving at various speeds, the factory-integrated Trailer Brake Controller failed to respond as intended. Additionally, while driving during strong winds, the vehicle was pushed off the road onto the s... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 14, 2026
Incident date: May 13, 2026
My 2023 Ford Maverick Hybrid experienced repeated 12V battery discharge and “Deep Sleep” events associated with Recall 24C01 and SSM 53801. The vehicle repeatedly discharged the 12V battery while parked under normal conditions. In January 2026, after approximately two weeks parked in freezing t... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 14, 2026
Incident date: May 13, 2026
Hello, I am formally documenting a serious safety incident involving my recently purchased 2026 Dodge Ram 3500 Tradesman 6.7L dually, purchased from Towbin Dodge in [XXX] , on May 9, 2026. On May 13, 2026—only five days after purchase—we were operating the truck for our dumpster business while... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 14, 2026
Incident date: May 13, 2026
Hello, I am formally documenting a serious safety incident involving my recently purchased 2026 Dodge Ram 3500 Tradesman 6.7L dually, purchased from Towbin Dodge in [XXX] , on May 9, 2026. On May 13, 2026—only five days after purchase—we were operating the truck for our dumpster business while... Read more
Crash
ENGINE
May 7, 2026
Incident date: May 6, 2026
The vehicle experiences sudden loss of motive power during acceleration. Between 30–60 mph, the transmission fails to upshift correctly, causing the engine RPMs to spike to 5000 while the vehicle fails to gain speed. This creates a severe safety hazard when merging into high-speed traffic. Additio... Read more
POWER TRAIN
May 7, 2026
Incident date: May 6, 2026
The vehicle experiences sudden loss of motive power during acceleration. Between 30–60 mph, the transmission fails to upshift correctly, causing the engine RPMs to spike to 5000 while the vehicle fails to gain speed. This creates a severe safety hazard when merging into high-speed traffic. Additio... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 7, 2026
Incident date: May 6, 2026
On 05/05/2026 I was driving my 2026 Honda Passport, while driving I suddenly had multiple warning lights display. The following alerts popped up on my dash, electric power steering problem, hill start assist problem, road departure mitigation system problem, trailer assist system problem, collision ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Apr 20, 2026
Incident date: Apr 16, 2026
Was in a wreck where I ended up rear ending a truck. I dont know how fast I was at after putting on the brakes. But originally it was 60 mph speed limit. The air bags did not deploy at all
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 20, 2026
Incident date: Apr 16, 2026
Engine shut off while making a turn. Took car to mechanic and he stated that the car did not display any error messages. The car also over heated while driving in freeway.
POWER TRAIN
Apr 20, 2026
Incident date: Apr 16, 2026
Engine shut off while making a turn. Took car to mechanic and he stated that the car did not display any error messages. The car also over heated while driving in freeway.
ENGINE
Apr 20, 2026
Incident date: Mar 26, 2026
Engine shut off while making a turn. Took car to mechanic and he stated that the car did not display any error messages. The car also over heated while driving in freeway.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 20, 2026
Incident date: Mar 26, 2026
Vehicle at dealership a third time for same issue relating to U1412 code associated with ABS system. First time it was towed on 1/19/2026 and second time I took it to the dealership before it required towing on 3/26/2026. This time the truck required towing again after not being able to go into gear... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 20, 2026
Incident date: Mar 26, 2026
Vehicle at dealership a third time for same issue relating to U1412 code associated with ABS system. First time it was towed on 1/19/2026 and second time I took it to the dealership before it required towing on 3/26/2026. This time the truck required towing again after not being able to go into gear... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 20, 2026
Incident date: Jan 19, 2026
Vehicle: 2025 Chevrolet Traverse On [XXX] at approximately [XXX], while driving south on [XXX] , my vehicle suddenly shut off without warning resulting in a complete electrical failure. During this event, I lost the ability to accelerate, activate hazard lights, unlock doors, open or close windows,... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 20, 2026
Incident date: Jan 19, 2026
Vehicle: 2025 Chevrolet Traverse On [XXX] at approximately [XXX], while driving south on [XXX] , my vehicle suddenly shut off without warning resulting in a complete electrical failure. During this event, I lost the ability to accelerate, activate hazard lights, unlock doors, open or close windows,... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 20, 2026
Incident date: Jan 19, 2026
Vehicle: 2025 Chevrolet Traverse On [XXX] at approximately [XXX], while driving south on [XXX] , my vehicle suddenly shut off without warning resulting in a complete electrical failure. During this event, I lost the ability to accelerate, activate hazard lights, unlock doors, open or close windows,... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 2, 2026
The contact owns a 2015 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the automatic alert system anti-theft system locked up. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. Additionally, the safety sensors in the mirror and the rear of the vehicle became inoperable. No warning lights were illuminated. T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 2, 2026
After run collant pump caught fire and damaged the engine wiring harness. I reported it to progressive insurance and they came and inspected it at a body shop. They concluded it was due to an open recall on the vehicle so insurance refuses to cover it. Had car towed to Audi dealership and they repor... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 13, 2026
Incident date: Mar 13, 2026
I am the owner of a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe which is currently subject to two urgent safety recalls: Recall 68C (NHTSA 25V-741) regarding a high-voltage battery fire risk, and Recall 95B (NHTSA 25V-766) regarding engine sand contamination. On March 13, 2026, I attempted to have these recalls a... Read more
TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Mar 9, 2026
Incident date: Feb 9, 2026
Well this is 2 nd report , got truck in sept , 1 tire blew at 625 miles , did not waste time at dealer this time , came off the ranch got about 10 miles down road tire was losing air ,pulled over was leaking bad ,now remember this is a 1 ton dulley Tk with 6 , six tires , same set of Goodyear tires ... Read more
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Mar 9, 2026
Incident date: Oct 8, 2025
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall rep... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Mar 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 17, 2026
On September 15–16, 2025, my vehicle was serviced at AutoNation CDJR North Columbus, where the technician documented: “Oil filter housing failed internally.” •No repair, replacement, or warning was provided to me about the risk of catastrophic engine failure. •I was not presented a signed ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS
Mar 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 17, 2026
On September 15–16, 2025, my vehicle was serviced at AutoNation CDJR North Columbus, where the technician documented: “Oil filter housing failed internally.” •No repair, replacement, or warning was provided to me about the risk of catastrophic engine failure. •I was not presented a signed ... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Mar 5, 2026
Incident date: Jan 17, 2026
Shortly after purchasing a new 2026 Ram 3500 in January 2026, the vehicle began displaying multiple safety warnings simultaneously while driving. Warning indicators included Check Engine, ABS, Brake, Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control, Forward Collision Warning, and Automatic Emergency B... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 16, 2026
Seems to be electrical / speaker related (forums state its the noise canceling system) This is a safety issue as around 20% of the time at cold start the car emits an extremely loud booming base sound that lasts 20-30 seconds. Despite only happening at startup anything that can impair a drivers sen... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 16, 2026
My wife was leaving work. She pulled out onto the highway and while accelerating she heard a loud thumping noise under the car. When she stopped and looked under the car, the driveshaft was broke in half. The repair shop we took it to said that they couldn't find anything that would have caused that... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 25, 2026
Incident date: Feb 16, 2026
The Apple CarPlay/navigation system in our 2024 Toyota RAV4 consistently drifts and displays incorrect vehicle location while driving. Navigation apps (Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze) provide inaccurate positioning and incorrect directions. This creates a distraction and unsafe driving condition, pa... Read more
SEAT BELTS
Feb 13, 2026
Incident date: Jan 3, 2026
I am writing to formally report Hyundai’s failure to remedy Safety Recall 25V607 involving defective first and second-row seatbelts in our 2025 Hyundai Palisade. The recall was issued in September 2025 and stated no remedy was yet available but the vehicle remained safe if belts were checked after... Read more
SEATS
Feb 12, 2026
Incident date: Oct 9, 2025
Defective driver seat. The lumbar support on the drivers seat is loose and pushed forward when driving, it presses against the lower back when you brake while driving. This issue is very prominent when driving for over 20 mins and makes it uncomfortable to use the car. Toyota has replicated the issu... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 12, 2026
Incident date: Oct 9, 2025
Radiator hose failed in under 1.5 Years on 2024 Chevy Colorado. Parts are back ordered for months, this is clearly a manufacture defect that could lead to overheating the engine and engine damage and failure
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
Feb 11, 2026
Incident date: Feb 11, 2026
Lots of warning lights going off in car. Took it to the dealership and was told it’s the front camera and would cost over $2k to fix. Car is new, less than 5 years old. Should not be having this issue on a new car. After researching found there are lots of people with the same issue. Seems to me i... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jan 8, 2026
Incident date: Dec 17, 2025
1) Part that failed per General Motors Chevrolet dealer was the Thermostat along with Coolant Sensor. 2) I was getting warning notices on dash board screen stating (Reduced steering assist) I was also getting a ESC warning 3) Problem has been repaired at GM dealer 4) Parts were replaced by GM deale... Read more
STEERING
Jan 8, 2026
Incident date: Dec 17, 2025
1) Part that failed per General Motors Chevrolet dealer was the Thermostat along with Coolant Sensor. 2) I was getting warning notices on dash board screen stating (Reduced steering assist) I was also getting a ESC warning 3) Problem has been repaired at GM dealer 4) Parts were replaced by GM deale... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jan 8, 2026
Incident date: Dec 17, 2025
The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V011000 (Power Train). While parked in the snow, the contact attempted to engage the 4WD, but the 4WD feature failed to activate. The “Service 4WD” message was displayed, and the check engine war... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Jan 8, 2026
Incident date: Dec 26, 2025
The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start as intended, and the contact noticed a strong fuel odor coming from underneath the hood. Upon inspecting underneath the hood, the contact noticed a leak. An independent ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 8, 2026
Incident date: Dec 26, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 - 65 MPH, the instrument panel suddenly failed to illuminate, then completely went black. While attempting to fix the failure, an image of the type of vehicle was displayed, and the instrument panel illumin... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jan 8, 2026
Incident date: Dec 26, 2025
The contact owns a 2004 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that after purchasing tires for replacement, the tire technician stated that the subframe was damaged from corrosion to the front frame, the side members, and the rear subframe. The contact was informed that the most severe corrosion was loca... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 23, 2025
Incident date: Dec 4, 2025
The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP mode and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle overheated due to the radiator not functioning properly. The check engine and brake warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to r... Read more
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
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
3,518
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
158
Reported Crashes
81
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 (current) | 4 | 41 | |
| 2025 | 5 | 75 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 59 | View |
| 2023 | 5 | 21 | View |
| 2022 | 12 | 239 | View |
| 2021 | 9 | 91 | View |
| 2020 | 11 | 155 | View |
| 2019 | 14 | 178 | View |
| 2018 | 11 | 1,129 | View |
| 2017 | 13 | 421 | View |
| 2016 | 16 | 180 | 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 |