CarRecallWatchThe 2021 RAM 3500 has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 62 complaints with NHTSA, including 4 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (17 reports).
2021 RAM 3500 recalls
Driver Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash
Certain 2021-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks have a steering column control module that may keep the driver's side air bag from deploying as intended.
Heater Grid Relay Can Short and Cause Engine Fire
A short circuit may develop in the heater grid relay of certain Ram heavy-duty trucks with the Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine.
Tailgate May Open While Driving, Spilling Cargo
The tailgate on certain Ram pickups may not latch properly because the tailgate strikers are misaligned with the box latch.
Transmission fluid leak can cause engine fire risk
Some Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks may build up pressure and heat inside the automatic transmission.
Stability warning light may not come on when needed
Certain Ram 2500 and 3500 cab chassis trucks from 2019 to 2022, and Dodge Durango SUVs from 2021 to 2022, have an anti-lock brake control module whose software can keep the electronic stability control (ESC) warning light from turning on during some conditions.
Curtain Air Bags May Deploy Improperly
Certain 2021-2022 Ram pickup trucks may have side curtain air bags (SABIC assemblies) that were built with the wrong amount of compressed gas.
Electrical Short Can Cause Fire, Even With Engine Off
Certain heavy-duty Ram pickups and cab chassis vehicles with the Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine may have an electrical short in the Solid State Intake Heater Grid Relay.
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.
Electrical short can cause fire in diesel engine heater relay
Certain diesel-powered cab chassis trucks may develop an electrical short in the solid state intake heater grid relay.
Most common 2021 RAM 3500 problems
Problem areas named in the 62 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 17 |
| Power Train | 11 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Wheels | 7 |
| Structure | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 3 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, occasionally while activating the left turn signal to make a turn, the rear driverâs side turn signal failed to operate as intended. The message related to the brake light and turn signal was displayed on the instrument panel. In addition, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rear driverâs side brake light failed to operate as intended while depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, while shifted into reverse(R), the reverse warning light fail to illuminate as intended. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where the failure was associated with NHTSA Campaign: 24V197000 (
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 3500 . The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that the remedy parts were not yet available and were on backordered. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2021 RAM 3500. The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the vehicle stalled and could not be restarted. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the entire fuel system needed to be replaced due to the high-pressure fuel pump exploding after metal shavings were found throughout the entire system. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 77,000.
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2021 Ram 3500. While the contact's husband was driving at 55 MPH, the driver's rear wheel detached. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while a pickup box trailer was hitched to the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the wheel bolts had detached. The contact was informed that the rear wheel studs had sheared off into the wheel hub. The contact was informed that the rear wheel studs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V398000 (Wheels); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure
2021 RAM 3500 questions
Does the 2021 RAM 3500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2021 RAM 3500: Driver Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Heater Grid Relay Can Short and Cause Engine Fire; Tailgate May Open While Driving, Spilling Cargo; Transmission fluid leak can cause engine fire risk; Stability warning light may not come on when needed. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 RAM 3500?
Based on 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (17), Power Train (11), Engine (10).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.