Spare Tire Kit For vehicles with Alloy Wheels, an adapter is required (not included) to connect the alloy wheel to the spare tire winch cable when storing under the vehicle. The adapter is part number 6824863AA and requires three (3) mounting nuts; PN 68150129AA.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2015 RAM 2500 tires problems
moderate Owners of the 2015 RAM 2500 have filed 11 NHTSA complaints about the tires at roughly $150 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See tires across all vehicles →
Complaints
11
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$150
| Model year | tires complaints |
|---|---|
| 2014 2500 | 11 |
| 2015 2500 (this page) | 11 |
| 2016 2500 | 6 |
| 2017 2500 | 3 |
| 2018 2500 | 3 |
What stands out
Of the 6 model years of RAM 2500 we track for tires problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 11.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering tires on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Tire pressure monitoring module Prior to replacing tire pressure monitoring module, for DTC's C151D, C1581, please contact Michael Wang at cell (248) 701-5351. If no response or contact is made within 15 minutes, proceed with repairs as necessary.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Service Tire Pressure System Message This bulletin involves replacing all of the Tire Pressure Module (TPM) sensors. The customer may notice a message ?Service Tire Pressure System? displayed on the cluster. On further inspection, the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): NOTE: The cluster will always display the low tire indicator if the tire pressure is under specification, or if there is a DTC set in the TPM system. If a DTC is set, the indicator will flash for 75 seconds, and then stay on solid when the vehicle is started. ? C1501-07 Tire Pressure Sensor 1 - Mechanical Failure. ? C1501-31 Tire Pressure Sensor 1 - No Signal. ? C1502-07 Tire Pres
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Service Tire Pressure System Message This bulletin involves inspecting and replacing the Tire Pressure Module (TPM) sensor if required. The customer may notice a message ?Service Tire Pressure System? displayed on the cluster. On further inspection the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): NOTE: The cluster will always display the low tire indicator if the tire pressure is under specification, or if there is a DTC set in the TPM system. If a DTC is set, the indicator will flash for 75 seconds and then stay on solid when the vehicle is started. ? C1501-07 Tire Pressure Sensor 1 - Mechanical Failure. ? C1501-31 Tire Pressure Sensor 1 - No Signal. ? C1502-07 Tire Pr
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Service Tire Pressure System Message This bulletin involves inspecting and replacing the Tire Pressure Module (TPM) sensor if required. The customer may notice a message ?Service Tire Pressure System? displayed on the cluster. On further inspection the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): NOTE: The cluster will always display the low tire indicator if the tire pressure is under specification, or if there is a DTC set in the TPM system. If a DTC is set, the indicator will flash for 75 seconds and then stay on solid when the vehicle is started. ? C1501-07 Tire Pressure Sensor 1 - Mechanical Failure. ? C1501-31 Tire Pressure Sensor 1 - No Signal. ? C1502-07 Tire Pr
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The 2015 Ram 2500 shows a pattern of tire-system problems across multiple failure modes. Two separate owners reported rear tire blowouts while towing fifth-wheel trailers at 65 mph with tires inflated to 78 PSI; neither received TPMS warning before catastrophic failure, though both felt abnormal vibration immediately beforehand. Damage exceeded $3,800 and $5,800 respectively per incident.
More broadly, owners operating Cooper Discoverer AT3 tires (LT 245/70R17 and 285/75R17 sizes) report repeated tread separation, belt splitting, and sidewall cracking. One fleet operator counted three failures in two months, all Cooper AT3 units, and noted a 500,000-unit recall of that tire line had already been issued. Other owners discovered bulges in tire tread during routine rotation, requiring warranty replacement.
On the TPMS side, one owner's system displayed a rear-tire pressure reading of double-dash and required all four sensors to be replaced under recall. A separate complaint alleges that the TPMS-mandated minimum of 80 PSI in rear tires is too high for light-load driving, causing tires to lose road contact at highway speeds on standard pavement.
None of these narratives cite a specific fix or recall addressing the underlying tire quality or blowout risk.
Same RAM 2500 tires reports on nearby years: 2014
Failure modes owners describe
Tire blowouts while towing under load
Right and left rear tires failed catastrophically while towing a fifth-wheel trailer on interstate highway, with no advance warning from TPMS despite tire pressure at 78 PSI.
When: At 65 mph on I-26 West, SC during towing; 7/25/2020
Symptoms owners cite: Weird vibration immediately before blowout; Sudden tire failure; No TPMS alarm prior to failure
Repairs/costs cited: Right rear: $3,858.59 damage to truck; Left rear: $5,817.45 damage to truck (not including tire replacement costs)
Tread separation in Cooper Discoverer AT3 tires
Multiple instances of tread separation or belt/tread splitting in Cooper Discoverer AT3 tires (LT 245/70R17 and 285/75R17) on company fleet vehicles, often at low mileage. A 500,000-unit recall of this tire line was issued.
When: No specific mileage cited for separation events; one truck had tires at 36,000 miles when cracks observed, vehicle failure noted at 126,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Major tread separation; Thumping noise and vibration; Visible belt/tread splits; Sidewall cracks on all four tires
Repairs/costs cited: Tires replaced under road-hazard warranty or out-of-pocket; no specific repair costs cited for separation failures
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Cooper Discoverer AT3 tire line subject to 500,000-unit recall (year prior to complaint submission)
Tire bulging in tread
Bulges found in tire tread during routine rotation; discovered during inspection at tire center, indicating internal tire failure.
When: Identified during tire rotation service; no mileage specified
Symptoms owners cite: Steering wheel vibration after rotation; Visible bulge in tread upon inspection; Driver-side front tire bouncing while driving
Repairs/costs cited: Tire replaced under road-hazard warranty purchased with tires
TPMS sensor failure and high pressure calibration concern
TPMS warning light displayed, with rear tire pressure showing double dash (--) instead of reading. All four sensors required replacement under recall. Separately, owner alleges TPMS minimum threshold of 80 PSI in rear tires is too high for light-load conditions, causing loss of road contact.
When: No specific mileage; TPMS warning occurred during normal operation; high-pressure concern from new vehicle operation
Symptoms owners cite: TPMS warning light activation; Tire pressure displayed as '--' on gauge; Rear tires breaking free from road surface at 80 PSI and 35 mph on unspecified pavement; Excessive rear tire pressure in light-load conditions
Repairs/costs cited: All four TPMS sensors replaced at no charge under recall
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: TPMS sensor recall issued; no manufacturer response to high-pressure calibration complaint documented
Synthesized from 11 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
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Common questions
How serious is the tires problem on the 2015 RAM 2500?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 11 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $150 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the tires typically fail?
Based on the 11 complaints filed, tires issues most often appear around 71,175 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 $150 for tires 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 tires?
No active recalls currently cover tires 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/2015/RAM/2500.
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