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2024 Ram 3500 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Caution

Complaint Index

58/100

#6 most-complained of 13 3500 years

The 2024 Ram 3500 has a Complaint Index of 58, ranking 6th worst out of 13 model years, earning a Caution verdict. NHTSA lists 44 complaints, 2 recalls, and 5 crashes, with Electrical System and Brakes as the top problem areas.

Complaints
44
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
5 / 1
Injuries / deaths
4 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
—

Top 2024 Ram 3500 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Electrical System13 (30%)
  2. Brakes11 (25%)
  3. Engine8 (18%)
  4. Suspension, Wheels & Tires7 (16%)
  5. Transmission & Powertrain6 (14%)
  6. Airbags5 (11%)
  7. Other5 (11%)
  8. Fuel System3 (7%)
  9. Collision Avoidance & Cameras2 (5%)
  10. Steering2 (5%)

What owners report

  • Owners report brake failures where the pedal did not slow the truck and ABS did not engage, leading to collisions.
  • One owner described the engine compartment catching fire and being fully destroyed while idling in a driveway.
  • A wiring harness reportedly rubs against a body mount, causing electrical failures that owners say can appear before 50,000 miles.
  • One owner reported the truck unexpectedly accelerated into a concrete post after shifting from reverse to drive.
  • A tire blowout occurred at highway speed on the front passenger side, causing steering wheel vibration.
  • Owners describe transmission or transfer case issues causing loss of power and failure to hold position while parked on a slope.
2024 Ram 3500 complaints: complaints filed per month7May 2024Oct 2024May 2025Aug 2025Dec 2025Mar 2026Jun 2026Sep 2026
65 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2024 to Sep 2026; peak May 2025 (7).

2024 Ram 3500 recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 24V199000Mar 14, 2024Airbags38,164 vehicles

    Air bags:frontal:driver clockspring/spiral cassette

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Risk: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.

  2. NHTSA 23V799000Nov 28, 2023Steering185,251 vehicles

    Steering:steering control module

    Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2023-2024 Ram 2500, 4500/5500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the high beams to activate when the turn signal is used or activate the turn signal when the high beams are used. In addition, the turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Risk: Turn signals and/or high beams that do not function as intended may cause confusion or reduced visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update the steering column control module (SCCM) software, and inspect and replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are B2A and D5A.

2024 compared with other 3500 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2022Avoid9218912—
2023Best0175—
2024Caution58442—
2025Good33425—

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Ram 3500 reliable?
NHTSA data gives the 2024 Ram 3500 a Complaint Index of 58, ranking 6th worst among 13 model years and earning a Caution verdict relative to other Ram 3500 years.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ram 3500?
The top problem areas are Electrical System (13 complaints, 30% share) and Brakes (11 complaints, 25% share), followed by Engine issues (8 complaints, 18% share).
Does the 2024 Ram 3500 have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2024 Ram 3500: one for the Airbags system (campaign 24V199000) and one for Steering (campaign 23V799000), both involving the steering column control module.
How does the 2024 Ram 3500 compare to other years?
The 2024 model's Complaint Index of 58 is worse than the 2021 (8) and 2023 (0) model years but better than the 2018 (100) and 2017 (83) model years, which are rated Avoid.
Were there any fires or crashes reported for the 2024 Ram 3500?
NHTSA data shows 5 crashes, 1 fire, and 4 injuries reported for the 2024 Ram 3500, with no deaths recorded.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.