Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
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moderate Owners of the 2020 RAM 3500 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 →
| Model year | wheels complaints |
|---|---|
| 2016 3500 | 18 |
| 2017 3500 | 15 |
| 2018 3500 | 17 |
| 2019 3500 | 4 |
| 2020 3500 (this page) | 5 |
| 2021 3500 | 5 |
Of the 5 wheels complaints filed for the 2020 RAM 3500, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 0-25,000 mi.
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.
No new NHTSA wheels complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 5 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
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.
Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Service Information. TPM Lamp On.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor (TTPM) Programming Tips And Operation Information.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Tire Pressure Lamp Flashing, No Tire Pressures Displayed, “Tire Pressure Module (TPM) System Unavailable” Message Displayed on Cluster
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗C003A-2F Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor, C0037-2F Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Set While Driving With Payload Or Trailer Towing.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗C003A-2F Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor, C0037-2F Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Set While Driving With Payload Or Trailer Towing.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The TPMS system on my new 2020 Ram 3500 has suffered repeated failures since it was purchased new. The dealership has replaced all 6 sensors (dually) in an effort to fix the issue, no no success. Now, the service writer seems to have accepted the problem as unsolvable. Quick research on social media, and statements made to me by my local service writer lead me to believe this is not an isolated…
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.
Based on the 5 complaints filed, wheels issues most often appear around 20,500 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.
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.
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.