CarRecallWatchThe 2009 RAM 3500 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (1 report).
2009 RAM 3500 recalls
Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash
The passenger frontal airbag inflator can rupture in a crash that deploys the airbag.
Alternator May Suddenly Fail, Causing Stalls or Fire
The alternator in certain RAM heavy-duty trucks may suddenly fail.
Most common 2009 RAM 3500 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 RAM 3500. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH DOWN A HILL, THE VEHICLE DOWNSHIFTED FROM SIXTH TO FIFTH TO FOURTH GEAR AS THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND ON AGAIN FOR IT TO RESUME NORMAL OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AUTO FARM PRICE CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (354 UT-55, PRICE, UT 84501, (435) 637-3360) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE SYSTEM PRESSURE SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A SECOND DEALER (FLETCHER CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM, 3099 N MORTON ST, FRANKLIN, IN 46131, (317) 738-4170) WHERE A SECOND DIAGNOSTIC TEST WAS PERFORMED, BUT NO F
BREAKS WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. EMERGENCY STOP LUCKY NOT MANY CARS ON THE FREEWAY AT THE TIME. THE HYDRO BREAK BOOSTER WENT OUT. THIS WAS RECALLED ON TRUCKS MANUFACTURED EARLIER IN THE YEAR AND WAS NOT RECALLED FOR THE PRODUCTION DATE OF MY TRUCK. NEARLY CRASHED AT HIGHWAY SPENDS.
IT HAS A DEATH WOBBLE SO BAD MY WIFE JUST ABOUT LOST CONTROL OF THE TRUCK AS WE WHERE GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MILES A HOUR.
2009 RAM 3500 questions
Does the 2009 RAM 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2009 RAM 3500: Passenger airbag inflator may explode in a crash; Alternator May Suddenly Fail, Causing Stalls or Fire. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 RAM 3500?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (1), Suspension (1), Service Brakes (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 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.