Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. While driving 65 MPH, the steering wheel started to pull to the right without warning. The vehicle was taken to landmark Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram (6850 mt zion blvd, morrow, ga 30260, (770) 968-4900) where it was diagnosed that an alignment was needed. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did…
2019 RAM 3500 steering problems
severe 4 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $700 · see steering across all vehicles →
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$700
1crash
1injury
What stands out
Of the 9 model years of RAM 3500 we track for steering problems, this one has the fewest owner complaints on file (4).
No new NHTSA steering complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 6 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
Since purchase brand new, a pop could be heard when moving the steering wheel right or left. Happened mainly at a stop or after slowing to turn. The frequency has increase and the pop sound can be felt and heard when stopped, standing and simply moving the steering wheel slightly right or left.
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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 steering problem on the 2019 RAM 3500?
It's a meaningful issue. 4 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $700.
At what mileage does the steering typically fail?
Based on the 4 complaints filed, steering issues most often appear around 146,927 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 $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.
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/2019/RAM/3500.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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