2015 Ram 3500: raw data

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vehicle2015 / ram / 3500
known issues7 clusters (reviewed 2026-08-26)
complaints136 on file (2015-04-08 → 2026-06-05)
recalls16
investigations4
fars169 occupant deaths, crash years 2010-2024 (legacy-code)
indexedyes
licenseCC BY 4.0 (derived)

Known Issues clusters all years →

Delayed throttle response under accelerationPOWER TRAIN15 complaints2015-11 → 2019-08ram-3500-2015-delayed-throttle-response
  • 10795302 DEAD ACCELERATOR PEDAL. WHEN APPLYING ACCELERATOR THERE IS A PERIOD OF TIME WHEN NOTHING HAPPENS. THIS IS PARTICULARLY CONCERNING AS IT LEAVES THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS AND THE VEHICLE ESSENTIALLY DEAD AND IN HARMS WAY WHILE TRYING TO MANEUVER IN TRAFFIC, MERGING, TURNING, EMERGENCY
  • 10789751 THE TRANSMISSION IS SEVERELY LIMITED BY TORQUE MANAGEMENT. IF YOU STEP ON THE GAS PEDAL THE TRUCK BARELY MOVES. IT MOVES AT ITS OWN PACE INSTEAD OF BEING UNDER YOUR CONTROL. THIS CAN CREATES SOME VERY DANGEROUS MERGING SITUATIONS WHERE YOU ARE TRYING TO MERGE WITH TRAFFIC AND
  • 11242001 UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITION THE THROTTLE DOES NOT RESPOND IN A TIMELY MANNER. IN MERGING TRAFFIC IF YOU LET UP ON THE THROTTLE AND THEN APPLY IT AGAIN, THE ENGINE DOES NOT RESPOND FOR UP TO 2 SECONDS. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION, IN HEAVY TRAFFIC MANY HAVE COMPLAINED
Integrated trailer brake controller low output voltageSERVICE BRAKES10 complaints2015-08 → 2026-03ram-3500-2015-trailer-brake-controller-voltage
  • 11722035 The output voltage to the Trailer Braking system is low, only 7.5 volts. Other owners have the same problem. From what I understand there is an issue with the computer that keeps the Original Equipment trailer brake controller from delivering full power at speeds below 30 MPH
  • 10763019 I HAVE THE INTEGRAL TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER ON MY TRUCK AND I HOOKED UP TO MY CAMPER FOR THE FIRST TIME WITH THE NEW TRUCK, [THE TRAILER BRAKES WORKED FINE WITH THE TRUCK THAT I REPLACED] I HAD VERY LIMITED BRAKING POWER ON TRAILER BRAKES, I DID SOME TESTS ON THE TRAILER BRAKES
  • 10749880 THE INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL IN THE 2015 RAM TRUCKS DOES NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE BRAKE CONTROL TO THE TRAILER BRAKES. I TRADED IN A 2013 RAM 3500 AND THE INTEGRATED CONTROLLER ALLOWED ME TO SET UP THE BRAKES SO I COULD LOCK THE TIRES UP, THEN I WOULD BACK THE VOLTAGE DOWN
Wheel stud fracture and wheel separationWHEELS5 complaints2022-01 → 2024-11ram-3500-2015-wheel-stud-fracture
  • 11623871 The contact owns a 2015 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the steering started shuddering and the vehicle made an abnormal popping sound. The contact then noticed that the front driver's side wheel was wobbling. The contact pulled over to the side of the road
  • 11596921 The contact owns a 2015 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 35-40 MPH, the vehicle started wiggling and wobbling abnormally. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road, where he noticed that the outer rear wheel had separated from the vehicle. Additionally, the
  • 11499540 The contact owns a 2015 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the driver's front and driver's side rear wheels detached from the vehicle. The contact became aware of nine broken wheel studs. There was no warning light illuminated
Nexen tire tread separationTIRES6 complaints2018-05 → 2019-11ram-3500-2015-nexen-tire-separation
  • 11256125 TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 3500 EQUIPPED WITH NEXEN ROADIAN-A/T PRO IT TIRES, SIZE: 235/80/R17 (NA). WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED SEVERELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE
  • 11118166 BEFORE I HAD 7500 MILES ON VEHICLE I HAD TO REPLACE BOTH STEER TIRES DUE TO SEPARATION THAT WAS DETERMINED TO BE DEFECTIVE TIRES, SINCE THE I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 ADDITIONAL TIRES FOR SAME DEFECT, COMPLETE SEPARATION OF BUILD MATERIAL THAT HAS CAUSED EXTREME BOUNCE AND
  • 11278727 PASENGER'S SIDE, FRONT TIRE (ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT NEXEN ROADIAN HTX) SEPARATED WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT ON A HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH. SEPARATION CAUSED EXTREME VIBRATION AND INSTABILITY. CAUSED TRUCK TO BECOME UNDRIVABLE
Steering drag link and track bar bolt looseningSTEERING26 complaints2015-09 → 2026-06ram-3500-2015-steering-drag-link-loosening
  • 11010486 LOST STEERING TO THE LEFT, ONLY 2 INCHES OF TRAVEL. DRAG LINK ADJUSTMENT LOCK NUTS BACKED OFF ON THERE OWN. ALMOST HIT 3 VEHICLES INCLUDING A WV STATE TROOPER. RECEIVED A WARNING TICKET FOR DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT
  • 10789752 DRAG LINK ADJUSTMENTS NUTS ARE NOT TIGHT. THEY ARE SUPPOSED TO BE TORQUED TO AROUND 120 FT-LBS. YOU CAN REACH UP AND LOOSEN THEM WITH YOUR HAND. THIS HAS AFFECTED A NUMBER OF TRUCKS IN DIFFERENT STATES THE PROBLEM IS OBVIOUSLY AT THE MANUFACTURER. LINK TO OTHERS HAVING THE SAME
  • 11229657 DEATH WOBBLE VIOLENT SHAKING TIRE BOUNCING OR SOMETHING. I ALMOST CRASHED MY TRUCK, I REPLACED THE HUBS DIDN'T FIX IT, I HAD THE TIRES BALANCED SAME PROBLEM, I REPLACED FRONT SHOCKS SAME PROBLEM, I DON'T WANT THE TRUCK I COULD DIE IN THIS UNSAFE TRUCK, DEALER WILL NOT TAKE IT
ABS module and hydraulic control unit failureSERVICE BRAKES7 complaints2016-05 → 2025-05ram-3500-2015-abs-hcu-failure
  • 11497892 ABS Module failed and is not reading rear wheel speed. Shop isolated issue to ABS module, and hydraulic control unit. Four safety components are no longer working as a result: ABS braking, traction control, 4wd, and rear back up sensors
  • 10947625 TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 3500. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKE BOOSTERS FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSED THE BRAKES TO SEIZE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THREE DIFFERENT DEALERS, BUT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO
  • 10865778 CIRCA NPOON 5/6/16 INTERSECTION OF POMONA ST AND ORANGETHORPE , FULLERTON, CA MY 2015 RAM 350 W/3009 MILES FAILED TO STOP WHILE 25 FT BEHIND A LATE MODEL CAMRAY, AT LESS THAN 1 MPH THE ABS FAILED TOTA;LLY. MY RAM PLOWED INTO THE CAMRAY WHICH WAS STOPPED WHILE ATTEMPTING A LEFT
Engine compartment firePOWER TRAIN, ENGINE5 complaints2016-05 → 2022-12ram-3500-2015-engine-compartment-fire
  • 11299235 TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, AN ORANGE GLOW COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE AND THERE WAS ODOR OF SMOKE IN THE CABIN. THE CONTACT STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE AND WAS ABLE TO EXIT THE
  • 10864401 TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 3500. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD AND THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD, AND NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS ON FIRE. THE CONTACT
  • 11063835 MY DODGE RAM TRUCK WAS THE SUBJECT OF THREE SAFETY RECALLS, TWO OF WHICH WERE COMPLETED DECEMBER 12, 2018. A THIRD SAFETY RECALL, T25/NHTSA 17V-302, THAT, AT THE TIME OF MY FIRE INCIDENT, HAD NOT BEEN APPROVED BY CHRYSLER FOR THE WORK TO BE DONE

NHTSA complaints (summary) all years →

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1362015-04-082026-06-0535POWER TRAIN:32; ENGINE:27; SERVICE BRAKES:24; STEERING:21; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:19

Recalls all years →

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19V02100025/01/2019STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTIONChrysler (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.A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.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.
18E09600016/10/2018STEERING:LINKAGESStreetcar ORV LLC (Streetcar) is recalling certain American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) 3" Dualsport aftermarket suspension kits, part numbers N0436000 and N0436001, sold for installation on 2013-2018 RAM 2500 and 3500HD trucks. Improper installation and machining of the original equipment steering knuckle may weaken the joint between the steering drag link and knuckle.The weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.Streetcar will notify owners and dealers will inspect and install a new steering knuckle, free of charge. The recall began December 3, 2018. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256, extension 500.
19V34700009/05/2019LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCHChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.
18V48600027/07/2018STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATEChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with a power locking tailgate and either a 5 foot, 7 inch or 6 foot, 4 inch bed. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.If the tailgate latch releases and the tailgate opens while driving, cargo may fall out, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began September 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U74.
18V33200017/05/2018ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRINGChrysler (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.If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.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.
21V63200012/08/2021AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATORChrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55.
21V39800027/05/2021WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDSChrysler (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.Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.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.
17V82100020/12/2017POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFTChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.
17V49900010/08/2017WHEELSStreetcar 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.If the wheel fractures, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.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.
17V82400021/12/2017EQUIPMENTChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdfIf the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
17V30200009/05/2017AIR BAGSChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). If this fault occurs, the rollover side curtain air bag and the seat belt pretensioner will be disabled from deploying.If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash that necessitates activation of these safety systems.Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC software, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T25.
17V56200012/09/2017ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESELChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant.The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T51.
15V46100023/07/2015EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R40.
16V55900026/07/2016STEERINGChrysler (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.If the bracket components separate from the frame, the vehicle may have a reduced response to steering input, increasing the risk of a crash.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.
15V46000022/07/2015SEAT BELTSChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured June 20, 2012, to January 26, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpectedly deploy and the seat belt pre-tensioners may activate.Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on September 8, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R23.
16E04100016/05/2016EQUIPMENTChrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling aftermarket Mopar Canvas Seat Covers for certain 2012-2016 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. These Mopar canvas seat covers were sold through Chrysler dealerships beginning October 15, 2015. The seat covers can impede the deployment of the seat thorax airbags.If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of a injury.Chrysler will notify owners to remove the front seat covers and return them for a full refund. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S30.

Investigations all years →

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RQ25003openPost Recall Remedy Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) FailurePOWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION2025-07-03··The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 14 Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) reports and 6 EWR Death & Injury (D&I) reports describing post recall remedy failures of the brake transmission shift interlock (BTSI) system in certain Model Year (MY) 2013-2018 RAM pickup trucks.The subject vehicle models include 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks equipped with a column mounted shift lever.The failures of the BTSI described in the VOQs occurred on vehicles that had all previously been repaired under recall 17V-821 or 18V-100.Both recalls address a potential condition which can cause the BTSI locking pin to become stuck allowing the transmission to be shifted out of Park without depressing the brake pedal and/or without having a key in the ignition.Shifting the transmission out of Park when not having the brake pedal depressed can result in a vehicle rollaway. ODI is opening this Recall Query (RQ) to review the effectiveness of the 17V-821 and 18V-100 recall remedies, understand the root cause of additional vehicle rollaway incidents, and identify any other possible root cause that may affect the performance of the BTSI system. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.
EA19004closedSteering loss due to linkage separationSTEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION2019-12-012025-11-20·On December 17, 2018, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation PE18016 to investigate alleged drag link failures in the steering system on model year (MY) 2015 and 2016 Ram 2500 trucks manufactured by FCA US, LLC (FCA).  The drag link failures were found to be due to a safety defect with the steering linkage where the drag link adjustable connector (used to adjust the steering system), held in position by two opposing jam nuts, can loosen.   The loosening of this part can lead to wear and deterioration of the threads and eventual separation of the drag link,
PE18016closedSteering loss due to linkage separationSTEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION2018-12-172019-12-1219V021000On December 17, 2018, NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Preliminary Evaluation (PE) 18-016 to investigate the steering system on model year (MY) 2015 and 2016 Ram 2500 manufactured by FCA US, LLC (FCA). Four complaints were received alleging separation of the drag link, a steering linkage that connects between the right front steering knuckle and the pitman arm on the steering box output shaft. The failures were found to be at a threaded coupler within the drag link used for adjusting the length of the linkage during routine maintenance (alignment) of the steering system.Onc
RQ15004closedSoftware security vulnerabilityELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE2015-07-242016-01-0515V508000On July 23, 2015, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) launched Safety Recall 15V-461 to remedy security vulnerabilities in approximately 1.4 million model year (MY) 2013 through 2015 vehicles equipped with Uconnect head units (HU) 8.4A (RA3 radio) and 8.4AN (RA4 radio) manufactured by Harman International.On July 24, 2015, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened Recall Query, RQ 15-004, to investigate HU security vulnerabilities and remedy effectiveness in the recalled population and to determine whether similar units have been supplied for use in other FCA vehicles.In an August 11, 2015

FARS occupant deaths all years →

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2010-2024169legacy-code0

FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road.

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Wrench.Pro (2026). 2015 Ram 3500 vehicle data [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/vehicles/2015/ram/3500
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  author = {Wrench.Pro},
  title = {Wrench.Pro vehicle data: 2015 Ram 3500},
  year = {2026},
  howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/vehicles/2015/ram/3500}},
  note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
}

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