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2006 Dodge Ram 3500 brakes problems
severe
Owners of the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 have filed 8 NHTSA complaints about the brakes, typically surfacing around 65,200 miles at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.See brakes across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Q1 31kmed 65kQ3 160kn=8
Complaints
8
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$450
brakes complaints on the Dodge Ram 3500, by model year
Of the 8 brakes complaints filed for the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500,
here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
0-25k
1 (100%)
25-50k
0 (0%)
50-75k
0 (0%)
75-100k
0 (0%)
100-125k
0 (0%)
125-150k
0 (0%)
150k+
0 (0%)
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted.
Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits
and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
No new NHTSA brakes complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 18 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
On certain pickup trucks equipped with four-wheel antilock brake systems (ABS), the ABS electronic control unit (ECU) may cause a loss of front to rear brake balance, and the rear brakes could lock up prematurely during certain braking conditions
This could result in a loss of vehicle control and cause a crash without warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ABS ECU. The recall is expected to begin during the week of july 17, 2006. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners are reporting
1 most recent
brakes · 17,000 mi
· filed 12/05/2007
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated the antilock brakes would activate without warning. The dealer stated that water inside the rear speed sensor connection caused the failure. The dealer stated that there should be a cover over the rear end speed sensor. As of december 5, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 17,000 and current…
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500?
It's a meaningful issue. 8 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Across the 8 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most brakes failures cluster between 31,250 and 160,000 miles, with the median around 65,200. A quarter of owners report trouble before 31,250; a quarter make it past 160,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover brakes issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2006/Dodge/Ram 3500.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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