Complaints by model year
Distinct federal complaints filed against each model year of the Dodge Ram 3500, to date. Hover a bar for the count. Older years have had longer to accumulate filings; the rankings below correct for that.
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Highest totals within an 8-year windowAll other years
Model years compared
Ranked from the same federal record on an equal exposure window. Click any year for its full file.
Highest complaint totals
- 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 - 339 complaints in its first 8 years (366 to date)
- 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 - 211 complaints in its first 8 years (225 to date)
- 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 - 177 complaints in its first 8 years (257 to date)
Ranked on distinct complaints filed within eight years of the model year, so old and new years get the same exposure window. Not adjusted for sales volume; a best-selling year files more complaints at the same failure rate.
Lowest totals among mature years
- 2000 Dodge Ram 3500 - 45 complaints in its first 8 years (58 to date)
- 1994 Dodge Ram 3500 - 56 complaints in its first 8 years (70 to date)
- 1999 Dodge Ram 3500 - 71 complaints in its first 8 years (104 to date)
Same eight-year window, among model years old enough to have completed it and with at least 25 complaints in it. Model years before 1990 are excluded because the federal file begins in 1995. A low total is not proof of reliability.
What owners report, all years combined
Every model year
| Model year | Complaints to date | Within 8 years | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 | 366 | 339 | 8 |
| 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 | 225 | 211 | 5 |
| 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 | 150 | 132 | 9 |
| 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 | 105 | 98 | 5 |
| 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 | 173 | 152 | 9 |
| 2007 Dodge Ram 3500 | 210 | 161 | 11 |
| 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 | 257 | 177 | 8 |
| 2005 Dodge Ram 3500 | 196 | 92 | 4 |
| 2004 Dodge Ram 3500 | 214 | 111 | 4 |
| 2003 Dodge Ram 3500 | 286 | 131 | 6 |
| 2002 Dodge Ram 3500 | 44 | 23 | 0 |
| 2001 Dodge Ram 3500 | 130 | 90 | 1 |
| 2000 Dodge Ram 3500 | 58 | 45 | 1 |
| 1999 Dodge Ram 3500 | 104 | 71 | 0 |
| 1998 Dodge Ram 3500 | 105 | 84 | 0 |
| 1997 Dodge Ram 3500 | 125 | 90 | 1 |
| 1996 Dodge Ram 3500 | 124 | 101 | 1 |
| 1995 Dodge Ram 3500 | 108 | 94 | 1 |
| 1994 Dodge Ram 3500 | 70 | 56 | 1 |
| 1993 Dodge Ram 3500 | 20 | 19 | 0 |
| 1992 Dodge Ram 3500 | 10 | 9 | 0 |
| 1991 Dodge Ram 3500 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
Recall campaigns, all years
Every campaign filed against this model, with the model years it covers. Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN.
| Campaign | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V398000 | 2012 | Wheels | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. |
| 19V018000DO NOT DRIVE | 2010 | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, Ram 4500/5500, 2010-2011 Dodge Dakota, 2010-2014 Dodge Challenger, 2010-2015 Dodge Challenger, Chrysler 300, and... |
| 18V021000DO NOT DRIVE | 2010 | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Jeep Wrangler, Chrysler 300, Dodge Challenger and Dodge Charger vehicles, and 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota vehicles sold, or ever... |
| 17V824000 | 2012 | Equipment | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. |
| 17V821000 | 2010-2012 | Power Train | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab... |
| 16V947000DO NOT DRIVE | 2010 | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2009 Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen vehicles manufactured January 17, 2007, to December 18, 2008, and 2010 RAM 3500 cab... |
| 16V739000 | 2010-2012 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013... |
| 16V352000DO NOT DRIVE | 2006-2010 | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) expanded the affected population to include 73,712 2005-2009 RAM 2500 trucks produced at the St. Louis North Assembly Plant. |
| 15V459000 | 2012 | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2011, to October 7, 2014, and equipped with... |
| 15V313000DO NOT DRIVE | 2006-2009 | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 2004-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 and Durango, 2006-2009 Dodge Ram 3500, 2008-2010 Dodge Ram 4500 and 5500,... |
| 15V312000DO NOT DRIVE | 2003 | Air Bags | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2003 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured August 29, 2002, to July 25, 2003 to address a safety defect in the... |
| 14V795000 | 2006-2007 | Electrical System | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2006-2007 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, Dakota, and 2006 Mitsubishi Raider vehicles manufactured July 1, 2005, to July... |
| 14V770000 | 2004-2005 | Air Bags | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2004-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500, 2004-2005 Dodge Durango, 2005 Dodge Dakota, 2005 Dodge Magnum and 2005... |
| 14V635000 | 2010-2012 | Fuel System, Diesel | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013. |
| 13V529000 | 2008-2012 | Steering | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 2500 4X4 and 3500 4X4 trucks, 2008-2012 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis, and model year 2008 Dodge RAM... |
| 13V528000 | 2003-2008 | Steering | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2003-2008 Dodge RAM 2500 4x4 and 3500 4x4, model year 2007-2008 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis and model year... |
| 13V344000 | 2012 | Power Train | Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 RAM 3500 trucks manufactured May 4, 2012, through August 7, 2012; and model year 2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks... |
| 11V350000 | 2003-2011 | Steering | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 2500/3500 4X4, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH MARCH 28, 2011; MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 3500 CAB... |
| 09V434000 | 2007-2008 | Equipment | E-N-G MOBILE SYSTEM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 CHEVROLET W5500, MODEL YEAR 2007-2009 DODGE 3500, MODEL YEAR 2009 MIGHTY MOVER, MODEL YEAR 2006-2009 FORD E-250, E-350 AND... |
| 09V005000 | 2008-2009 | Steering | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 32,782 MY 2008-2009 DODGE RAM 2500, 3500 AND 3500 CAB CHASSIS PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH POWERS AND SONS STEERING LINKAGE. |
| 08V641000 | 2007-2008 | Engine And Engine Cooling | CHRYSLER IS RECALLING 108,429 MY 2007-2008 DODGE RAM 2500 AND 3500 PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH 6.7L DIESEL ENGINES. |
| 08V344000 | 2007-2008 | Trailer Hitches | KNAPHEIDE IS RECALLING 108 MY 2006-2008 PRO SERIES TRUCK BEDS EQUIPPED WITH AN ICC BUMPER WHICH INCLUDED A PROVISION FOR A BALL HITCH. |
| 07V472000 | 2007 | Fuel System, Gasoline | ON CERTAIN CAB/CHASSIS PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AN OPTIONAL 23 GALLON FUEL TANK, THE FUEL TANK STRAPS WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED AND COULD SEPARATE. |
| 06V380000 | 2006-2007 | Visibility | CERTAIN TRUCKS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 111, "REAR VIEW MIRRORS". |
| 06V341000 | 2007 | Power Train | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE SOFTWARE PROGRAMMED INTO THE POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE CAN CAUSE A... |
| 06V073000 | 2006 | Exterior Lighting | CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH DUAL REAR WHEELS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. |
| 06V038000 | 2006 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH FOUR-WHEEL ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEMS (ABS), THE ABS ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) MAY CAUSE A LOSS OF FRONT TO REAR BRAKE BALANCE, AND THE REAR... |
| 05V462000 | 2003-2005 | Power Train | ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH DIESEL ENGINES AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, IN AN ATTEMPT TO EXIT THE VEHICLE QUICKLY WITHOUT SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE AND REMOVING THE KEY,... |
| 03V212000 | 2003 | Wheels | CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY PICKUP TRUCKS, THE ALUMINUM WHEELS MAY HAVE EXCESSIVE POROSITY IN THE CENTER HUB AREA WHICH CAN CAUSE A WHEEL TO CRACK. |
| 03V033000 | 2003 | Vehicle Speed Control | CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS DIESEL ENGINES AND MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, MAY EXPERIENCE AN ELEVATED IDLE SPEED AFTER EXTENDED CRUISE CONTROL USE. |