NHTSA Data Explorer
Dodge Ram 3500
Data refreshed May 30, 2026
Select a model year to filter results to that year of the Dodge Ram 3500.
Complaints
7,152
Active records
Recalls
107
Active records
TSBs
931
Active records
Filing history
Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.
Reported severity
Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.
Deaths
28
Injuries
503
Crashes
695
Fires
276
Top reported issues — Dodge Ram 3500
Click a category to expand its values.
Condition issue
Operating state
Braking behavior
Safety restraint issue
Thermal issue
Ride/handling behavior
Vibration/harshness
Transmission/drivetrain behavior
Safety restraint behavior
Steering behavior
Fluid issue
Engine behavior
Noise
Driver assistance issue
Reporting mechanism
Lighting behavior
Performance issue
Electrical issue
Access/entry issue
HVAC behavior
Wiper/washer behavior
Smell
Starting behavior
Recent change
Powering on/off behavior
Infotainment behavior
Communication/network issue
Recent filings
The 10 most recent filings for each type.
2004 DODGE RAM 3500
Filed May 8, 2026
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge RAM. The contact received recall notifications, NHTSA Capaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags and NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V313000 (Air Bags) however the parts were unavailable. The dealer was contacted, however the contact was informed that the parts were in back order. In addition, the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable until October 2026. The manufacturer was contacted. The cotnact was informed that the parts were unavailalbel.
2012 DODGE RAM 3500
Filed Apr 30, 2026
Driving my 2012 dodge ram 3500, just as I was crossing one of the busiest intersections in my town my truck lost all power and dropped from 35mph to 5 mph. Barley made it acrossed and pulled over. As soon as I pulled over the engine light comes on, checked code, and U010C lost coms with turbo actuator comes up. Turned truck off and rest code and everything back to normal. About a week later it happened again, luckily not as busy of a spot. Called dealer and soonest appointment was in April.…
2012 DODGE RAM 3500
Filed Apr 13, 2026
The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the steering wheel was loose. The contact pulled over and discovered that the steering shaft had detached. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who repaired the steering shaft. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 151,000.
2004 DODGE RAM 3500
Filed Mar 24, 2026
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 13V528000 (Steering), 16V352000 (Air Bags), 15V313000 (Air Bags), and 05V462000 (Power Train); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available while the vehicle was in for service. The local dealer was made aware of the issue, and an appointment was scheduled to repair the vehicle. The vehicle remained with the dealer for a week before the contact was informed that parts for…
2011 DODGE RAM 3500
Filed Mar 3, 2026
A mechanic at professional auto shop diagnosed the failed TIPM. It caused the fuel sending pump in the fuel tank to stop pumping. The truck stalled while driving on the highway leaving me stranded in 2-degree weather. I read online that there was a lawsuit for this issue but don't know how to file to recoup the $1200+ repair bill on top of the $200 cost to tow it to the auto repair shop. There was an electrical draw and emergency flashers randomly turning on causing the batteries to die a month…
2011 DODGE RAM 3500
Filed Dec 8, 2025
The contact owns a 2011 Ram 3500. The contact stated that the OEM trailer brake controller indicated that the trailer brake was disconnected even though it was attached correctly. The failure occurred while different trailers were hitched to the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The contact replaced the OEM brakes with new OEM brakes; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to an independent mechanic, who…
2011 DODGE RAM 3500
Filed Dec 6, 2025
While driving 70mph on the interstate, the truck randomly shut off. I lost power steering. Luckily I was going straight and there were no curves in the road, and I managed to pull the truck and trailer to the side of the road. All electrical assist, steering and brakes turned completely off, radio turned off, all electrical power was off. The engine shut off as well. As I was pulling over, the electrical turned back on but the engine did not. Once I was stopped, I turned the key off,…
2005 DODGE RAM 3500
Filed Dec 5, 2025
The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 05V462000 (POWER TRAIN). The vehicle was taken to a tire specialist to install larger tires on the vehicle. The contact was informed that the tires were too big and could not be installed on the vehicle. The contact stated that the employees switched the tires and added two low-drive tires on the front end and two larger tires in the rear. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH back to the…
2005 DODGE RAM 3500
Filed Nov 23, 2025
Recall that the dealer would not fix
2005 DODGE RAM 3500
Filed Nov 23, 2025
Recall that the dealer would not fix