How common are suspension, wheels, and tires complaints on the 2015 Ram 3500?

NHTSA records 31 complaints in this area for the 2015 Ram 3500, which is 23% of the 136 total complaints filed for the year.

Is there a recall for suspension or wheel problems on the 2015 Ram 3500?

Yes. Recall 21V398000 addresses incorrect lug nut torque specification information, and recall 17V499000 covers aftermarket AEV Katla wheels with a surface defect.

At what mileage do suspension and tire problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 38,300 miles.

What is the death wobble owners describe on the 2015 Ram 3500?

Owners describe a violent front-end shake at highway speeds, often 50 mph or above, sometimes worsened by a small bump, and reported alongside excessive front tire wear.

Have suspension or wheel issues caused crashes or injuries on the 2015 Ram 3500?

NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to this complaint area for the 2015 Ram 3500.

2015 Ram 3500 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 31 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2015 Ram 3500, 23% of all 136 complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure is 38,300. Two related recalls exist, covering lug nut torque specification and aftermarket AEV wheel surface issues.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 31; 23% of 136
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 38,300 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Owners report a violent front-end shake or 'death wobble' that appears at highway speeds around 50 mph and above, sometimes triggered by a slight bump.
Front tires wear excessively on the outer edges, with some owners needing repeated alignments and replacement tires within 10,000 to 15,000 miles.
Several owners describe tire tread separation on original-equipment tires, requiring multiple tires to be replaced well before normal wear-out.
Vibration or shaking is reported at sustained speeds of 65 to 80 mph, sometimes traced to steering or suspension components, other times found with no mechanical fault located.
Some owners report the vibration is severe enough that they stop driving the vehicle rather than risk losing control.

When 2015 Ram 3500 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 10, 2015, latest Feb 17, 2026.

31 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2015 to Feb 2026; peak Sep 2019 (3).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2015 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.

20070 (0%)
20082 (50%)
20091 (33%)
201326 (23%)
201451 (25%)
201531 (23%)
201632 (24%)
201739 (13%)
201844 (5%)
201922 (16%)
202012 (10%)
202111 (18%)
20223 (2%)
20233 (18%)
20247 (16%)
20254 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are suspension, wheels, and tires complaints on the 2015 Ram 3500?: NHTSA records 31 complaints in this area for the 2015 Ram 3500, which is 23% of the 136 total complaints filed for the year.
Is there a recall for suspension or wheel problems on the 2015 Ram 3500?: Yes. Recall 21V398000 addresses incorrect lug nut torque specification information, and recall 17V499000 covers aftermarket AEV Katla wheels with a surface defect.
At what mileage do suspension and tire problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 38,300 miles.
What is the death wobble owners describe on the 2015 Ram 3500?: Owners describe a violent front-end shake at highway speeds, often 50 mph or above, sometimes worsened by a small bump, and reported alongside excessive front tire wear.
Have suspension or wheel issues caused crashes or injuries on the 2015 Ram 3500?: NHTSA data shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries linked to this complaint area for the 2015 Ram 3500.