2007 Dodge Ram 3500. Consumer writes in regards to recall repairs not completed in a timely manner. *smd
2007 Dodge Ram 3500 airbags problems
severe 29 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100 · see airbags across all vehicles →
Complaints
29
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,100
2crashes
1injury
What stands out
Owners have filed 29 airbags complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Among the 6 model years of Dodge Ram 3500 in our records for airbags problems, this one ranks #3 by owner-complaint volume.
The failure pattern owners describe
The overwhelming bulk of these 29 complaints center on one problem: owners received Takata air bag recall notifications (campaigns 15V313000, 16V352000, and others) but dealers could not obtain replacement parts within any reasonable timeframe. Nearly every complaint documents the same frustration—notification arrives, owner schedules recall, dealer says parts are unavailable and cannot commit to a delivery date. Some owners waited over two months without resolution. Manufacturers were aware of the supply issue but could not provide estimated repair dates.
Two complaints, however, describe actual air bag failures in impact events. One owner was in a collision on 11/6/13 where the air bags did not deploy; their head struck the steering wheel and their neck was broken in two places. Another reported a crash at 65 mph after cruise control stuck—the air bags failed to deploy, and the dealer confirmed the vehicle sustained front frame damage severe enough that the bags should have activated. These are unverified allegations, but they represent the real hazard the recalls were issued to address.
Same Dodge Ram 3500 airbags reports on nearby years: 2005 · 2006 · 2008 · 2009
Failure modes owners describe
Air bag non-deployment in collision
Air bags failed to deploy when the vehicle was involved in impact events, resulting in serious occupant injuries.
When: At time of accident (two specific incidents reported: 11/6/13 and during cruise control malfunction)
Symptoms owners cite: Air bags did not deploy upon front-end impact; Occupant struck steering wheel and dashboard without restraint
Repairs/costs cited: One vehicle sustained front frame damage confirmed by dealer; injuries included broken neck (two places) and head trauma in separate incidents
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: No manufacturer response documented for actual failures; multiple Takata recall campaigns issued (15V313000, 16V352000, 13V528000)
Recall parts unavailability (Takata campaigns)
Owners notified of air bag recalls could not obtain recall repair parts within a reasonable timeframe. Manufacturers and dealers could not provide estimated delivery dates. This was a widespread parts supply issue affecting the majority of reported complaints.
When: Notifications received primarily 2015-2017; some owners waiting over two months for parts
Symptoms owners cite: Recall notification issued but parts not in inventory; Dealers unable to schedule repair appointments pending parts arrival; No estimated timeframe provided for parts availability; Manufacturer unable to confirm when parts would be available
Codes mentioned: 15V313000, 16V352000, 13V528000, 15V354000
Repairs/costs cited: VIN tool and dealer confirmation documented parts not available; dealers placed vehicles on waiting lists with no clear completion date
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Takata recall campaigns (15V313000, 16V352000, 16V352000); parts distribution disconnect noted in multiple complaints; Chrysler not shipping parts as of September 2015 per one owner account
Synthesized from 29 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
Tl* the takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 15v313000 (air bags) and 16v352000 (air bags). The parts to do the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the tl* manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags). The parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16v352000 (air bags) and stated that the part was not available within a reasonable time frame to schedule the recall repair. The dealer did not give a specific date for when the part would become available. The contact was unable to determine when the vehicle would be repaired.…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Brewbaker Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram of prattville (2209 cobbs Ford rd, prattville, al 36066, (334) 491-0701) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received a notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags) however, the part for the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the repair recall. The manufacturer was notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced the failure.…
Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 15v313000 (air bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts…
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Common questions
How serious is the airbags problem on the 2007 Dodge Ram 3500?
It's a meaningful issue. 29 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.
At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?
Based on the 29 complaints filed, airbags issues most often appear around 20,050 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags 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 airbags?
No active recalls currently cover airbags issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
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/2007/Dodge/Ram 3500.
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