CarRecallWatchThe 2017 RAM 3500 has 12 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 316 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes (144 reports).
2017 RAM 3500 recalls
Side curtain airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments
The left and/or right side curtain airbag inflators in certain Ram pickups may rupture because of a manufacturing defect.
Brake Control Module May Fail, Losing ABS and Stability Control
The hydraulic control unit (HCU) in the anti-lock brake system may fail.
Wrong lug nut torque spec can break wheel studs
Some RAM 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks and cab chassis were built with incorrect torque information in the Service and Owner's Manuals.
Tailgate Can Unlatch and Open While Driving
A plastic limiter tab in the power tailgate actuator may crack or fracture.
Steering Link Can Separate, Causing Loss of Steering Control
The steering linkage jam nut on the outboard end of the drag link can loosen over time.
Tailgate Can Unlatch and Open While Driving
Some pickup trucks with a power locking tailgate and a 5 foot 7 inch or 6 foot 4 inch bed may have a tailgate actuator limiter tab that can fracture.
Cruise Control May Not Shut Off, Raising Crash Risk
A short circuit in the wiring can stop the cruise control from disengaging, whether by pressing the brake pedal or switching the system off manually.
Transmission Can Shift Out of Park Without Brake Pressed
The brake shift interlock pin in the transmission can stick in the open position after the brake pedal is held down for long periods while the engine is running and the vehicle is in PARK.
Fire Extinguisher May Clog or Fail to Discharge
Some in-vehicle Kidde fire extinguishers, sold with certain Chrysler, Dodge, and RAM vehicles, may become clogged.
Transmission can shift out of Park without brake pedal
A brake interlock pin in the column-shift transmission can stick in the open position after the brake pedal is pressed for a long time while the vehicle is running and in Park.
Leaking Water Pump Can Cause Engine Fire
Certain RAM 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks with 6.7L Cummins diesel engines may have Concentric-brand water pumps that lack a vent hole.
Aluminum wheels can crack and cause sudden air loss
Certain heavy-duty trucks that were modified by an aftermarket company to use cast aluminum Katla 8.5-inch road wheels may have wheels whose outer surface can fracture.
Most common 2017 RAM 3500 problems
Problem areas named in the 316 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 144 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 49 |
| Electrical System | 33 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 30 |
| Engine | 28 |
| Power Train | 27 |
| Wheels | 21 |
| Steering | 18 |
| Unknown Or Other | 16 |
| Suspension | 15 |
What owners report
ABS System Component Failure: My 2017 RAM 3500 truck was diagnosed with a failed ABS pump motor on XXX, the pump was replaced per dealer procedure and since the code did not clear the procedure was to replace the ABS Control Module. I was advised at the time that ABS Module was not availble at any of the RAM dealers in the [XXX] and a warranty recall was pending. On XXX I was advised the recalled part was in stock for installation. On XXX, the HCU (Hydraulic Contol Unit) pump was installed, however the ABS system still has an active fault code C2200-49, indicating a defective ABS control module, which is bolted directly to the HCU. The dealer will not replace the ABS module under the t
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the remedy parts were unavailable. The local dealer informed the contact following multiple inquiries that parts remained unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact was informed that parts availability was limited to one part per week for the dealer. The contact was placed on a waiting list with an estimated availability of several months.
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle intermittently lost Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and cruise control functionality. The contact stated that the systems later became completely inoperable and could not be engaged. The contact inspected and diagnosed the vehicle, retrieving multiple diagnostic trouble codes associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure via telephone, and a case was filed. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approxim
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle drove over a small pothole in the road and suddenly experienced the death wobble, causing the vehicle to violently shake and vibrate, which caused the weld on the track bar mount to separate from the frame of the vehicle. The vehicle was undrivable. A Police report was taken at the scene. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 206,000.
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced a failure, causing the ESC and ABS warning lights to remain illuminated. The failure mileage was 120,000.
2017 RAM 3500 questions
Does the 2017 RAM 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2017 RAM 3500: Side curtain airbag inflator may rupture, sending metal fragments; Brake Control Module May Fail, Losing ABS and Stability Control; Wrong lug nut torque spec can break wheel studs; Tailgate Can Unlatch and Open While Driving; Steering Link Can Separate, Causing Loss of Steering Control. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2017 RAM 3500?
Based on 316 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (144), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (49), Electrical System (33).
How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.