2010 Dodge Ram 2500 Steering Problems
Steering complaints make up 152 of 236 total complaints (64%) filed for the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500, with a median failure mileage of 38,000 miles. NHTSA lists two related recalls, 13V529000 and 11V350000, covering tie rod and steering linkage defects, and five crashes and one injury are tied to this area.
- Steering complaints
- 152
- 64% of 236
- Crashes reported
- 5
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 38,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical steering symptoms owners report
- Tie rod ends or the drag-link-to-pitman-arm connection break or separate, causing sudden loss of steering control, often accompanied by a loud snap or thump.
- Owners describe a 'death wobble' where the steering wheel shakes violently and becomes uncontrollable at highway speeds after hitting a bump.
- Excessive steering wheel play or looseness develops over time, forcing constant correction to keep the truck traveling straight.
- A front tire turns out of alignment or jams against the frame after a tie rod or steering component fails, sometimes while backing up or parking.
- Missing or loose bolts in the steering column allow the steering wheel to spin freely with no control over vehicle direction.
When 2010 Dodge Ram 2500 steering complaints were filed
First complaint Dec 15, 2010, latest Dec 15, 2021.
Steering recalls for the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500
- NHTSA 13V529000Nov 6, 2013Steering271,733 vehicles
Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 2500 4X4 and 3500 4X4 trucks, 2008-2012 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis, and model year 2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4. The left tie rod assembly may break.
Risk: A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler notified owners on January 16, 2014 that dealers would inspect vehicles and replace the steering linkage assembly, if necessary. On or about February 27, 2014, Chrysler ceased its recall remedy program due to parts quality concerns, and then re-initiated it on or about April 14, 2014. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, or Fiat vehicle. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N49.
- NHTSA 11V350000Jul 6, 2011Steering242,780 vehicles
Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 2500/3500 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 3500 cab chassis 4x2, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; and model year 2008 dodge ram 1500 mega cab 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through august 15, 2008, because the left tie rod ball stud may fracture. This condition tends to occur during low speed parking lot type maneuvers when the customer is making a tight turn. Additionally, model year 2003-2008 dodge ram 2500/3500 vehicles may have received the affected tie rod assembly as a replacement part during normal service.
Risk: This condition could result in the potential loss of directional stability in the left hand front wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the tie rod ends for relative orientation and replace the left outer tie rod as required and perform a front end toe alignment as needed. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 3, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Steering complaints by Ram 2500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are steering problems on the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- Steering accounts for 152 of 236 total complaints filed for the 2010 model year, or 64% of all complaints, the highest share among the model years listed.
- Is there a steering recall for the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500?
- Yes. NHTSA lists two recalls, 11V350000 and 13V529000, both covering steering tie rod and linkage defects on 2008-2012 Ram 2500/3,500 4x4 trucks.
- At what mileage do steering failures usually happen?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 38,000 miles for steering complaints on this model year.
- Did the steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records 5 crashes and 1 injury linked to steering complaints on the 2010 Dodge Ram 2500, with no fires reported.
- Is the steering issue worse in 2010 than other Ram 2500 model years?
- The 2011 model year had a higher share, 70% of 210 complaints, while 2012 dropped to 39% of 109 complaints, suggesting 2010 and 2011 were more affected than 2012.