2015 Ram 3500 Steering Problems
NHTSA lists 21 steering complaints for the 2015 Ram 3500, 15% of that year's 136 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 29,760. Two related recalls (19V021000 and 16V559000) cover loosening drag link jam nuts and inadequate track bar bracket welds.
- Steering complaints
- 21
- 15% of 136
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 29,761 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical steering symptoms owners report
- Drag link or steering linkage jam nuts loosen or back off on their own, letting the steering wheel turn independently or lose alignment.
- Steering tie rod or pitman rod bolts loosen while driving at various speeds, causing the steering to feel unstable or partially unresponsive.
- Steering wheel becomes misaligned by large degrees (up to 180 degrees) after normal driving or shortly after a dealer alignment, reducing ability to turn.
- In one case a steering rod reportedly broke while towing horses, leading to loss of control and a crash.
- Hydroboost hose failures cause sudden combined loss of power steering and brakes at low speed.
When 2015 Ram 3500 steering complaints were filed
First complaint Sep 8, 2015, latest Jun 5, 2026.
Steering recalls for the 2015 Ram 3500
- NHTSA 19V021000Jan 25, 2019Steering795,575 vehicles
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Ram 3500 and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and Ram 2500 vehicles. The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate.
Risk: A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V06.
- NHTSA 16V559000Jul 26, 2016Steering59 vehicles
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 RAM 2500 trucks, and RAM 3500 trucks and cab chassis. The affected vehicles may have inadequate welds securing the front track bar frame brackets, possibly resulting in the bracket components separating from the frame.
Risk: If the bracket components separate from the frame, the vehicle may have a reduced response to steering input, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will weld on a new track bar frame bracket or replace the frame of the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S58.
Steering complaints by 3500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- Is steering a common complaint for the 2015 Ram 3500?
- Yes. NHTSA received 21 steering complaints for the 2015 Ram 3500, which is 15% of all 136 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for 2015 Ram 3500 steering problems?
- There are two related recalls: 19V021000 for a steering linkage jam nut that can loosen and separate the drag link, and 16V559000 for inadequate welds on the front track bar frame bracket.
- At what mileage do steering problems usually appear?
- The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2015 Ram 3500 is 29,760 miles.
- Did any 2015 Ram 3500 steering complaints involve a crash?
- NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 0 fires linked to steering complaints for this model year, with no reported injuries.
- How does the 2015 Ram 3500 compare to other years for steering complaints?
- The 2015 model's 21 steering complaints (15% share) is lower than the 2013 model (37 complaints, 32% share) and 2014 model (41 complaints, 20% share), but higher in share than 2017 through 2025.