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2015 RAM 2500 wheels problems

moderate Owners of the 2015 RAM 2500 have filed 5 NHTSA complaints about the wheels at roughly $400 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See wheels across all vehicles →

Complaints
5
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$400
wheels complaints on the RAM 2500, by model year
Model yearwheels complaints
2014 2500 3
2015 2500 (this page) 5
2016 2500 3
2017 2500 9
2018 2500 5

When does it fail?

Of the 5 wheels complaints filed for the 2015 RAM 2500, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.

0-25k
2 (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 wheels complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 9 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 17V499000 August 10, 2017

Streetcar ORV LLC, dba American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500 and 3500 heavy duty trucks, modified by AEV to be equipped with cast aluminum Katla 8

If the wheel fractures, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: AEV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels with wheels of similar value, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2017. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256 extension 500.

Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins

The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering wheels 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.

Service Bulletin 9003805 Oct 2017

Hub & Bearing Assy - Front For issues with front wheel Hub/Bearings appearing to leak grease, do not replace the parts. Please call Paul Kuehl for further assistance, at cell (248) 535-7013. If no response in 15minutes, proceed with repair, but do not replace bearing(s) unless there is visible damage, see Service Manual Diagnostic Procedure which includes a picture of typical bearing grease weepage.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin 23-044-15 Nov 2015

Poor Wheel Opening Molding Adhesion To The Body This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary, replacing the affected wheel opening molding. The customer may describe what appears to be a gap between the wheel opening molding and the body of the vehicle. Wheel opening moldings may separate at body due to insufficient adhesive bond strength (Fig. 1). Fig. 1 Wheel opening molding separation

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗
Service Bulletin 0810914 Dec 2014

RG2 Or RJ2 Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio's software. A customer may have experience one or more of the following: Not able to change state of heated seats and/or steering wheel during stop event on Stop/Start vehicles. Touchscreen confirmation beep may be too loud. The radio does not allow selection of the Polish language. The radio fan continually runs at high speed. Customer perception may be the radio fan is too loud.Improvements: Only allow vehicle settings to be changed in run mode. To help insure settings are properly saved. Always gray out text message soft keys for non-supporting devices. Voice Recognition (VR) improved accuracy.

full bulletin at NHTSA ↗

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.

What owners are reporting 2 most recent

wheels · 8,000 mi · filed 12/29/2016

80 PSI it too high in the rear tires, tires do not make good contact with road causing loss of control. Needs to be fixed.

wheels · 15,500 mi · filed 11/27/2017

Firestone tires with only less than 16000 miles wore out which could cause a wreck if I have to drive vehicle in bad weather or rain. We noticed and even spoke to our dealer and mopar and nothing was done. You buy a new truck and pay over 50,000 for it you think the tire would last at least 3 to 6 yrs or at least 30,000 to 60,000 miles anyway.

Had wheels trouble with your 2015 RAM 2500? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the wheels problem on the 2015 RAM 2500?

It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 5 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $400 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.

At what mileage does the wheels typically fail?

Based on the 5 complaints filed, wheels issues most often appear around 14,875 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 $400 for wheels 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 wheels?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover wheels 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.

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. 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. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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