The 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 has 11 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 210 complaints with NHTSA, including 14 crashes, 14 fires, 9 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (89 reports).
2007 Dodge RAM 3500 recalls
Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments
The passenger-side frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles can rupture over time.
Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Hitting Occupants
The driver's frontal airbag inflator in these vehicles may be affected by moisture intrusion over time.
Most common 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 problems
Problem areas named in the 210 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 89 |
| Air Bags | 36 |
| Suspension | 31 |
| Electrical System | 24 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 17 |
| Power Train | 17 |
| Engine | 17 |
| Tires | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 5 |
What owners report
The sound proofing insulation on the firewall caught fire. There was a recall for sagging insulation catching fire on the EGR heat exchanger for this problem, and mine caught fire anyway. I called 911 and the Corbin KY fire department responded to the seen to confirm the fire was out.
Steering yes it is available for inspection upon request The steering becomes so out the vibration becomes so violent that you can NOT HOLD THE WHEEL you have to pull over anyone driving could be in danger including vehicles around you with how violent the steering wheel vibrates When taken for alignment was told there definitely was a problem said could be a brake caliper hanging up so we put new calipers changed ball joints shocks control arm steering geer box shocks steering dampers trac bar front end alignment & tires balanced Vehicle has not been inspected by anyone but the mechanic that aligned it No warning lights the problem started with a shimmy so we would get it aligned and che
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 driving and as soon as we hit 70mph for about 15 miles I started feeling a vibration it was fairly light at first and on our return trip it steadily got worse. We were about 15 to 20 miles from home and the vibration and bouncing feeling got so bad that we had to slow down to 40 to 45 mph because it wa
Smoke started coming from the hood. I opened the hood and the engine had caught fire
60 MILES FROM HOME AFTER A 2,000 MILE CAMPING TRIP THE TRUCK SUDDENLY STOPPED. TRAVELING NORTH ON HIGHWAY191 IN YELLOWSTONE PARK THE DASH LIGHTS STARTED TO FLASH AND THE TRUCK DIED. I WAS BARELY ABLE TO PULL OFF THE NARROW ROAD. EMERGENCY FLASHERS DIDN'T WORK AND THERE WAS NO CELLPHONE SERVICE, SNOW WAS FALLING AND TRUCKS BARELY ABLE TO GET AROUND US, WE FEARED FOR OUR LIVES. I OPENED UP THE HOOD AND SMELLED BURNING PLASTIC, THE TIPM WAS MELTED IN SPOTS. FINALLY A KIND MOTORIST STOPPED TO SEE IF WE NEEDED HELP, 20 MILES FURTHER DOWN THE ROAD HE WAS ABLE TO CALL A TOWING SERVICE WHICH TOOK ANOTHER SEVERAL HOURS TO GET TO US. WE WERE TOWED TO A DODGE DEALERSHIP IN BOZEMAN WHERE IT WILL BE ANO
2007 Dodge RAM 3500 questions
Does the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls for the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500: Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments; Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Hitting Occupants; Electrical System:Ignition:Switch; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500?
Based on 210 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (89), Air Bags (36), Suspension (31).
How do I check if a recall on my 2007 Dodge RAM 3500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.