2015 Ram 3500 Electrical System Problems
NHTSA lists 22 Electrical System complaints for the 2015 Ram 3500, 16% of that year's 136 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 41,500 miles. One related recall (18V332000) covers a software flash tied to electrical/powertrain control modules, though it spans multiple Chrysler models and years.
- Electrical System complaints
- 22
- 16% of 136
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 2
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 41,500 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical electrical symptoms owners report
- Door locks and key fobs stop working, sometimes triggering a door-ajar warning after a failed door pin connector.
- Key fob fails to be recognized in cold weather below 55 degrees, preventing the vehicle from starting until the fob is cycled repeatedly.
- Headlights, especially low beams, go out repeatedly even after bulb replacement.
- Uconnect attempts an over-the-air software update while driving, shutting down navigation, backup camera, and emergency calling.
- Power windows fail to roll up, requiring the engine to be shut off and restarted or the door switch to be used manually.
- Odometer gauge stops functioning while driving with no accompanying warning lights.
When 2015 Ram 3500 electrical complaints were filed
First complaint Aug 5, 2015, latest Mar 4, 2026.
Electrical System recalls for the 2015 Ram 3500
- NHTSA 18V332000May 17, 2018Electrical System4,815,661 vehicles
Electrical system:wiring
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
Electrical System complaints by 3500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many electrical complaints does the 2015 Ram 3500 have?
- NHTSA shows 22 Electrical System complaints for the 2015 Ram 3500, which is 16% of the 136 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2015 Ram 3500 electrical system?
- Yes, recall 18V332000 covers a software flash for the engine or powertrain control module, though it applies across several 2014-2018 Chrysler and Ram models, not just the 3500.
- At what mileage do electrical problems usually appear on the 2015 Ram 3500?
- The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on this model year is 41,500 miles.
- Are the electrical issues on the 2015 Ram 3500 dangerous?
- NHTSA data tied to this vehicle year includes 2 fire reports and 1 injury report, though not all are confirmed to originate specifically in the electrical system category.