ram 3500 problems
0 safety recalls. 300 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V818000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BOB FRENSLEY CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM FIAT (888-910-6926, LOCATED AT 2210 GALLATIN PIKE N, MADISON, TN…
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the ABS warning light remained illuminated with an audible alarm inside the cabin of the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were…
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not…
It has been over 1year now and chrysler still doesn't have a fix for the anti lock brake system. How long can this go on? the truck keeps kicking out the cruise control and the traction controls. I have been contacting the dealers but there isn't a fix WTF!
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Common questions
Is the 2017 RAM 3500 reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.2 out of 10 based on 300 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 RAM 3500 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
What's the most common problem on the 2017 RAM 3500?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 134 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my RAM 3500 has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2017 RAM 3500?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 300 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.