https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 New NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for the Dodge RAM 3500. en-us Sun, 18 Oct 2026 08:46:35 GMT https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2155142 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2154806 Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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, th https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2154485 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 fr https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2154486 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 fr https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2154487 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT 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 fr https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2151185 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Recall that the dealer would not fix https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2151186 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Recall that the dealer would not fix https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2151139 Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT The frame is completely rotted from wheel well to wheel well on both sides of vehicle frame was completely rotted thru with judge holes completely rusted thru The vehicle was sold with no brakes sold to me and with dog chain holding the gas tank in place because fuel straps were rotted thru and bad wheel bearing that was ready to seize or will fall off vehicle purchased on 11/06 /25 and returned a https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2132693 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT This truck has had to have several high temp burnoffs because of failures in the EGR and Carbon build up. The recent recall for Rams does not cover the 2012, and began at 2013, however, we are experiencing the same exact issues with the same type of system. In addition, we have had repeated airbag issues due to the positioning of the cockspring and wiring getting choked out. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2132694 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT This truck has had to have several high temp burnoffs because of failures in the EGR and Carbon build up. The recent recall for Rams does not cover the 2012, and began at 2013, however, we are experiencing the same exact issues with the same type of system. In addition, we have had repeated airbag issues due to the positioning of the cockspring and wiring getting choked out. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2132695 Mon, 22 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT This truck has had to have several high temp burnoffs because of failures in the EGR and Carbon build up. The recent recall for Rams does not cover the 2012, and began at 2013, however, we are experiencing the same exact issues with the same type of system. In addition, we have had repeated airbag issues due to the positioning of the cockspring and wiring getting choked out. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2131393 Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Drivers side rear wheel broke loose from hub and bounced into the opposing lane of traffic. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2128612 Tue, 09 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT upper control arm cracked which is a safety violation and should be a recall. TRW 52106776 Control arm is the cracked part in the picture My son replace both control arm and send it for alignment total cost was as below; Parts $280 + Alignment $192.59= $472.59 I like Dodge to refund me for $460 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2120053 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT I bought my 2007.5 Dodge Ram 3500 6.7L cummins in 2020 and had Commercial Tire install 4 Brand new Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT and all was great until it wasn't. We mainly drive our pickup local to where we live and the highway speeds are 55mph. In 2025 April I had the front end completely rebuilt and rotated the tires. My son found a dirtbike that was about 3.5 hours away which included freeway dri https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2101403 Tue, 17 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 in November of 2023. The vehicle was purchased from the dealer, Louies Auto Sales (1514 E Main St, US Hwy 441, Leesburg, FL 34748). The contact stated when the vehicle was purchased the odometer indicated the mileage was 217,000. The contact attempted to sell the vehicle and the service document indicated that in 2011, the odometer readin https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2072812 Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2012 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while that while the vehicle was in for service, the independent mechanic discovered fuel leaking from the fuel filter heater assembly. The contact was advised that the fuel filter heater assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was of https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2072813 Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2012 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while that while the vehicle was in for service, the independent mechanic discovered fuel leaking from the fuel filter heater assembly. The contact was advised that the fuel filter heater assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was of https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2067654 Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT The wireless ignition module loses connection internally and the truck will lose power while driving. It usually happens when hitting a small bump and the key in the ignition moves. Truck loses electrical power which shuts the engine off which means loss of power steering and brakes. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2067655 Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT The wireless ignition module loses connection internally and the truck will lose power while driving. It usually happens when hitting a small bump and the key in the ignition moves. Truck loses electrical power which shuts the engine off which means loss of power steering and brakes. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2067656 Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT The wireless ignition module loses connection internally and the truck will lose power while driving. It usually happens when hitting a small bump and the key in the ignition moves. Truck loses electrical power which shuts the engine off which means loss of power steering and brakes. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2065688 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2012 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving uphill at 55 MPH, the contact became aware that the vehicle was not exceeding 55 MPH. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact continued driving to the destination. The vehicle was parked; however, upon inspection, the contact became aware that there were damages on top of the front d https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2065689 Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2012 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving uphill at 55 MPH, the contact became aware that the vehicle was not exceeding 55 MPH. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact continued driving to the destination. The vehicle was parked; however, upon inspection, the contact became aware that there were damages on top of the front d https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2060889 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT Smoke started coming from the hood. I opened the hood and the engine had caught fire https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2047713 Thu, 12 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT Driving vehicle and lost the ability to steer. The inner drag link tie rod broke at pitman arm. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2043073 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2011 Ram 3500. The contact stated that during cold weather, the engine would not heat up properly and hesitated to start. In addition, the contact stated that on several occasions, the heater grid connector on the driver's side melted bolts and wiring that intruded into the engine, causing piston #6 to misfire. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V060000 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2043074 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2011 Ram 3500. The contact stated that during cold weather, the engine would not heat up properly and hesitated to start. In addition, the contact stated that on several occasions, the heater grid connector on the driver's side melted bolts and wiring that intruded into the engine, causing piston #6 to misfire. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V060000 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2040349 Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Hash shifting during acceleration and deceleration and aggressive braking during decelerating...was only doing this during acceleration in the beginning but now does it all the time . This has not left me stranded yet but, I feel like this is going to be a major problem if this problem does not get remedied soon . Started doing this about a month ago or so.. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2040350 Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT Hash shifting during acceleration and deceleration and aggressive braking during decelerating...was only doing this during acceleration in the beginning but now does it all the time . This has not left me stranded yet but, I feel like this is going to be a major problem if this problem does not get remedied soon . Started doing this about a month ago or so.. https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2026349 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT The contact owns a 2011 Ram 3500. The contact stated that on several occasions while attempting to make a right turn, the steering wheel seized. No warning light was illuminated. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed but the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500 https://plaincars.com/make/dodge-ram-3500#complaint-2012587 Thu, 01 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT The key loses contact and vehicle shuts off at random times. The vehicle is not able to be steered when shut off happens. Could very easily cause an accident. It has happened driving on the highway at highway speeds and also on county roads driving slower. There are no warning messages. I have inspected it myself and believe the ignition box needs replaced