2014 Ram 3500 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems
NHTSA lists 51 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2014 Ram 3500, 25% of that year's 202 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 34,000. Two crashes are tied to this area, and two related recalls cover lug nut torque specs and AEV aftermarket wheels.
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints
- 51
- 25% of 202
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 34,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical suspension symptoms owners report
- Owners describe sudden severe shaking or the 'death wobble' after hitting a bump or dip, sometimes near 35,000 miles.
- Front tires show uneven or premature wear on the outer edge, which several owners tie to non-adjustable camber and repeat alignments.
- Some report a wheel rim fracturing while driving, causing loss of control and, in one case, a crash into a ditch.
- Multiple owners had all four tires wear abnormally within a few thousand miles, requiring repeated alignments that did not resolve the issue.
- One owner reported an abnormal noise, steering pulling left and right, and loss of control traced to a fractured track bar bracket.
- A separate cluster involves the TPMS failing to read tire pressure shortly after purchase, requiring repeated dealer visits.
When 2014 Ram 3500 suspension complaints were filed
First complaint Jun 25, 2014, latest Jul 7, 2026.
Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2014 Ram 3500
- NHTSA 21V398000May 27, 2021Suspension, Wheels & Tires447,985 vehicles
Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.
Risk: Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y36 owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y26 owner notification letters were mailed on December 1, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's numbers for this recall are Y26 and Y36.
- NHTSA 17V499000Aug 10, 2017Suspension, Wheels & Tires1,765 vehicles
Wheels
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 8.5" road wheels. The outer surface of the wheel may fracture, resulting in rapid air loss.
Risk: If the wheel fractures, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by 3500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are suspension, wheel, and tire complaints on the 2014 Ram 3500?
- NHTSA records 51 complaints in this area for the 2014 Ram 3500, which is 25% of the 202 total complaints filed for that model year.
- At what mileage do these suspension and wheel problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 34,000 miles.
- Is there a recall for suspension or wheel issues on the 2014 Ram 3500?
- Yes. Recall 21V398000 covers incorrect lug nut torque specifications, and recall 17V499000 covers AEV aftermarket Katla wheels on modified 2013-2017 Ram 2500/3500 trucks.
- Did any of these suspension or wheel complaints result in crashes?
- NHTSA lists 2 crashes tied to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2014 Ram 3500, with no fires or injuries reported in this area.
- How does 2014 compare to other Ram 3500 years for this problem area?
- The 2014 model year's 25% share of complaints in this area is the highest among the years listed, compared to 23% in 2013 and 2015, and lower shares like 5% in 2018 and 2% in 2022.