CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Dodge RAM 3500 has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 173 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 14 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (95 reports).
2008 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 2008 Dodge RAM 3500 problems
Problem areas named in the 173 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 95 |
| Suspension | 22 |
| Air Bags | 18 |
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 13 |
| Engine | 11 |
| Power Train | 10 |
| Tires | 6 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 |
| Wheels | 3 |
What owners report
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 reading was 338,221. The selling dealer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the dealer was no longer in business.
.The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse in the driveway, the steering wheel made an abnormal cracking sound and became significantly loosened. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, he noticed that the tie rod had fractured. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 13V529000 (Steering). The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 162,020. The VIN was not available.
There seems to be a problem with the wiring harness in the steering column. Lights in the dash flash. You can turn the vehicle off and restart and it will stop. Sometimes the lights will start flashing again and sometimes not.
POWER LOSS OCCURS AT ANYTIME. ALL THE TIME. TRUCK SLOWS DOWN TO IDLE SPEED. REALLY BAD WHEN DOING 70 ON THE INTERSTATE. MUST SHUT ENGINE OFF, PRESS ACCELERATOR SLOWLY FOR 5 TIMES THEN RESTART ENGINE. ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROLLER HAS BEEN REPLACED 6 TIMES NOW. THEY ALL FAILED AGAIN BETWEEN 7 AND 40 MILES. HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET IT REPAIRED.
TL* THE CONTACT STATED EMPLOYED BY A COMPANY THAT OWNS A 2008 DODGE RAM. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AN EMPLOYEE WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AN ABNORMAL ODOR WAS DETECTED THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND UPON OPENING THE HOOD FIRE WAS SEEN IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A FIRE INVESTIGATION REPORT WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 116,216.
2008 Dodge RAM 3500 questions
Does the 2008 Dodge RAM 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2008 Dodge RAM 3500: Passenger Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Spraying Metal Fragments; Driver Airbag Inflator May Rupture, Hitting Occupants; Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly; 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 2008 Dodge RAM 3500?
Based on 173 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (95), Suspension (22), Air Bags (18).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 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.