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Ram 3500 Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 14 model years, NHTSA lists 153 recalls and 2,348 owner complaints for the Ram 3500. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Ram 3500 by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Ram 3500 | 4 | 28 | |
| 2025 Ram 3500 | 5 | 43 | |
| 2024 Ram 3500 | 2 | 45 | |
| 2023 Ram 3500 | 5 | 17 | |
| 2022 Ram 3500 | 12 | 190 | |
| 2021 Ram 3500 | 9 | 62 | |
| 2020 Ram 3500 | 11 | 116 | |
| 2019 Ram 3500 | 14 | 137 | |
| 2018 Ram 3500 | 11 | 807 | |
| 2017 Ram 3500 | 13 | 315 | |
| 2016 Ram 3500 | 16 | 134 | |
| 2015 Ram 3500 | 16 | 137 | |
| 2014 Ram 3500 | 17 | 202 | |
| 2013 Ram 3500 | 18 | 115 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Ram models.
Ram 3500: questions owners ask
Which Ram 3500 year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Ram 3500 model years with the most are the 2018 (807), 2017 (315) and 2014 (202). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Ram 3500 years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2023 (17), 2024 (45) and 2021 (62), out of 12 model years from 2013 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Ram 3500 have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 14 Ram 3500 model years, 153 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2013 (18), 2014 (17) and 2015 (16). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Ram 3500 years have the most ABS and stability control complaints?
598 owner complaints across 8 Ram 3500 model years describe ABS, traction or stability control warnings or faults. The most were filed for the 2018 (453), 2017 (115) and 2014 (7) model years, out of 8 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ram 3500 years have the most adaptive cruise control complaints?
108 owner complaints across 2 Ram 3500 model years describe adaptive cruise control disengaging, braking or not working. The most were filed for the 2018 (91) and 2017 (17) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ram 3500 years have the most stalling complaints?
67 owner complaints across 5 Ram 3500 model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2020 (21), 2019 (20) and 2022 (15) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ram 3500 years have the most check engine light complaints?
61 owner complaints across 7 Ram 3500 model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2022 (28), 2019 (9) and 2013 (8) model years, out of 7 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ram 3500 years have the most brake complaints?
43 owner complaints across 2 Ram 3500 model years describe brakes feeling soft, failing, grinding or squealing. The most were filed for the 2018 (30) and 2017 (13) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ram 3500 years have the most emissions system complaints?
31 owner complaints across 4 Ram 3500 model years describe emissions faults such as DPF, EGR, catalytic converter, AdBlue/DEF or NOx sensor problems. The most were filed for the 2022 (12), 2014 (9) and 2013 (5) model years, out of 4 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ram 3500 years have the most fire complaints?
14 owner complaints across 3 Ram 3500 model years describe the car catching fire or melting wiring. The most were filed for the 2016 (6), 2013 (4) and 2020 (4) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ram 3500 years have the most vibration complaints?
11 owner complaints across 2 Ram 3500 model years describe vibration or shaking while driving. The most were filed for the 2015 (6) and 2013 (5) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ram 3500 years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
11 owner complaints across 2 Ram 3500 model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2020 (6) and 2015 (5) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Ram 3500 years have the most power steering complaints?
10 owner complaints across 2 Ram 3500 model years describe power steering failing, locking up or turning heavy. The most were filed for the 2020 (6) and 2013 (4) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.