Ram 3500
EPA MPG:
NA
EPA MPG:
NA
RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 2 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Predicted Reliability
We expect the 2026 3500 will have about average reliability when compared to the average new car. This prediction is based on data from 2023, 2024, and 2025 models.
The 2026 Ram 3500 has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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The 2026 Ram 3500 has been recalled 2 times by NHTSA.
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Ram 3500
Ram 3500
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Ford F-250
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Ford F-350
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GMC Sierra 1500
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GMC Sierra 2500HD
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GMC Sierra 3500HD
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Ram 1500
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Ram 2500
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Toyota Tundra
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Ram vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Redesign year
Overall Reliability Verdict
POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
NA
NA
NA
Engine Minor
NA
NA
NA
Engine Cooling
NA
NA
NA
Engine Electrical
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Major
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Minor
NA
NA
NA
Drive System
NA
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
NA
Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
NA
Body Hardware
NA
NA
NA
Paint/Trim
NA
NA
NA
Noises/Leaks
NA
NA
NA
In-car Electronics
NA
NA
NA
Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013*
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
Powertrain
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Engine Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Engine Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Engine Cooling
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Engine Electrical
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Transmission Major
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Transmission Minor
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Drive System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Exhaust
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Brakes
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Climate System
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Build Quality
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Electrical Accessories
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Body Hardware
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Paint/Trim
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Noises/Leaks
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011*
NA
2012
2013*
NA
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019*
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
NA
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability
information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for
about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential
trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes,
to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 01, 2025
An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or gear selection, increases the risk of a crash.
Summary:
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 with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems," and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect."
What should you do:
Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel software or replace the instrument panel cluster, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 8, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are B4C and B8C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 4, 2025.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V826000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
72509
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES
Aug 18, 2025
An incorrect warning light can fail to alert the driver to critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary:
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 Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
25V530000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
2885
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