I HAVE HAD THIS TRUCK INSPECTED SEVERAL TIMES DUE TO THE STEERING BRACKET WELD FAILURES AS PER THE RECALLS. I WAS RECENTLY AT THE METROPLEX DODGE ON DENTON DR. BY LOVE FILED AIRPORT IN DALLAS AND ON MY WAY HOME I HEARD A RUBBING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL I NOTICED THE WHEEL WELL COVER WAS LOOSE AND WAS RUBBING AGAINST THE TIRE. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION I NOTICED THE WELDS ON …
2014 ram 3500 steering problems
moderate 41 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700
Complaints
41
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$700
What owners are reporting 5 most recent
THIS TRUCK OCCASIONALLY AFTER GOING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WILL DEVELOP A JARRING, CONSTANT SEVERE VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL AND SUSPENSION. FROM WHAT I CAN TELL THIS IS THE "DEATH WOBBLE" I HAVE SEEN REPORTED ONLINE. IT IS A VERY VIOLENT VIBRATION THAT CAN ONLY BE STOPPED BY SLOWING THE TRUCK BELOW 25-30MPH. IT IS SO SEVERE THAT IT FEELS LIKE YOU ARE GOING TO LOSE CONT…
this was a recall and all parts broke again . called dealer december 18 2023 and they have no idea what to do .
WHILE DRIVING, HEARD LOUD POP. LOST STEERING AND BREAKING ABILITY. MY HUSBAND NOTICE THE WATER PUMP HAD BLOWN AND THE BELT WAS SHREDDED. DODGE SAID THE WATER PUMP WAS ON RECALL. THEY REPLACED IT WITH ANOTHER RECALLED WATER PUMP AND REFUSED TO REPLACE THE BELT AND ANY FLUIDS ALTHOUGH THEY WERE A RESULT OF THE PUMP. CONCERNED THAT THIS WILL HAPPEN AGAIN AND CAUSE WRECK.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V541000 (STEERING) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS 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 NOT A…
Common questions
How serious is the steering problem on the 2014 ram 3500?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 41 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $700 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $700 for steering 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 steering?
No active recalls currently cover steering 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.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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