2026 Ram 3500 Safety Report

Electrical System

3 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

Tires

2 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.

Electrical System,Exterior Lighting

1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.

Electrical System,Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance

1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.

Electrical System,Lane Departure,Back Over Prevention

1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic,Electrical System

1 owner complaint mention this component in the current safety profile.

Issues with the instrument cluster have been reported, affecting visibility and safety.

Tire blowouts have been reported, with one tire failing after only 625 miles.

Multiple reports of electrical system issues, including instrument cluster malfunctions and brake light recalls.

Safety warnings for ABS, cruise control, and check engine light have been reported multiple times.

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.

Consequence: Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 10, 2026.

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Ram Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel cluster display to be blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems," and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, sta...

Consequence: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or gear selection, increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel software or replace the instrument panel cluster, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are B4C and B8C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov be...

Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Ram 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2500, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The instrument panel may display an incorrect brake system warning light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."

Consequence: An incorrect warning light can fail to alert the driver to critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 9, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 79C.

The contact owns a 2026 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V059000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called a dealer while traveling in Braunfels, Texas, and asked about parts avai...

While driving the 2026 Dodge Ram 3500 truck the instrument panel; cluster went completely blank. The screen reappeared again in less than a minute. No other functions were affected.

Well this is 2 nd report , got truck in sept , 1 tire blew at 625 miles , did not waste time at dealer this time , came off the ranch got about 10 miles down road tire was losing air ,pulled over was leaking bad ,now remember this is a 1 ton dulley Tk with 6 , six tires , same set of Goodyear tires , feb 26, 4100 miles then , now ok after this I came home went to discount Tire bought 6 new tires h...

LT235/80R17, well was on ranch , which I told them I use on ranch so I was charged 995. Bucks extra for AT tires , At 625 miles it popped, well I took to dealer as usual they said my fault ? Well I left . New truck 100k an 2 tire dealers told me they are Juck !!!!

Shortly after purchasing a new 2026 Ram 3500 in January 2026, the vehicle began displaying multiple safety warnings simultaneously while driving. Warning indicators included Check Engine, ABS, Brake, Traction Control, Electronic Stability Control, Forward Collision Warning, and Automatic Emergency Braking, along with a “Service Electronic Stability Control” message. The vehicle had very low mileag...

While driving, the instrument cluster/odometer intermittently flashed and became difficult to read for 15 minutes. After parking, the odometer continued flashing for 10 additional minutes. After the flashing stopped, the vehicle displayed “ParkSense Unavailable – Service Required.” On a separate date, with no trailer connected and without pressing steering wheel buttons, the cluster displayed a “B...

4 times in less than 4000 miles my 2026 trucks abs, cruise control, skid control, and check engine warnin07g lights have come on. I then have no anti-lock system, no cruise control, no 4-wheel drive, and no anti-skid system. Code reads-U1412. The dealer has replaced the rear speed sensors and it continues to happen. My truck is currently at the dealer in the service bay as I can't drive it. I've r...

The contact owns a 2026 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The message "DANGER" warning light flashed repeatedly and extremely fast on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that an unknown software update was needed. The vehicle was repaired...

I made appointment online at Hadadd Dodge to repair this. They said they could only order 1 set if parts per week and they have to repair the trucks on the lot first then will get to us. They canceled the appointment and put us on a waiting list. I made them aware we tow a 5th wheel trailer frequently with this truck.

The contact owns a 2026 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine, 4WD, ABS, park sensors, and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the speed sensor for the rear wheels; however, the failure persisted, and the transmission failed to recognize that the gear selector was in park(P). Roadsid...

Trucks Navigation and GPS stopped working. Took to dealer for repairs, could not replicate the issue. They brought the truck back to me, and upon starting it the GPS/Navigation is not working. Other than the navigation, more systems work off the gps and needs to be functioning. Have multiple videos of nav not working, and dealer still stated that wasn't enough to determine there was an issue.

Trucks DEF Gauge malfunctioning goes from full, to half, to full, to empty, and then warns about going into limp mode. Filled with DEF and still doing it. Took in for repairs, company said they fixed it, but within 3 miles gauge was doing the same thing. This is a hazard as it will put the truck in limp mode. Known issue with many complaints, needs fixed

Purchased the truck new with 25 miles on it from the dealer. Within the first 2000 miles, I had a message pop up that said "Service Exhaust System See Dealer". I took it in to the dealer, they said it showed a random emission related code had popped up but was not currently active, so their recommendation was to clear it and see if it came back. Within a day, the message was back and tripped a ...

Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Warning Lamp On Or Flashing. Sensor(s) Not Reading And Or Showing Dashes.

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Integrated Trailer Brake (ITB) Switch Removal

Security Gateway Module (SGW) Software Update Customers may experience one or more of the following: ● SGW module is not responding to diagnostics and showing offline. ● If message for FOTA apprears, then a manual flash is required for SGW update. ● Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U3033 - 00 Control m...

Security Gateway Module (SGW) Software Update Customers may experience one or more of the following: ● SGW module is not responding to diagnostics and showing offline. ● If message for FOTA apprears, then a manual flash is required for SGW update. ● Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U3033 - 00 Control m...

Exterior Front Lamps Condensation Clearing Procedure *Some customers may report that on occasion vehicle exterior front lamps (headlamps, fog lamps, grille lamps, logo lamps or signature lamps) assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses*

Global Telematics Box Module Over The Air Update from R5N & R5R1 to R5T TBM2.H Software Version (FOTA) Customers may experience one or more of the following: - Error display of "Uconnect Box Requires Service/Wifi Unavailable" popups; [ TBM DTC B22A9-96 Internal Performance Failure ]. - Error display...

Water in Fuel (WIF) Warning Lamp on After Draining Fuel Filter Module

Shock And Strut Diagnosis And Replacement Guidelines Leaking, noisy, or weak shocks or struts.

Powertrain Contol Module Over The Air Update to V2B (Diesel Only) Software Version (FOTA) 2025 - 2026 (DJ) RAM 2500 Pickup 2025 - 2026 (D2) RAM 3500 Pickup 2025 - 2026 (DD) RAM 3500 Cab Chassis 2025 - 2026 (DF) RAM 3500 10K Lb. Cab Chassis2025 - 2026 (DP) RAM 4500/5500 Cab Chassis Customers may expe...

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Has a Reduced Range, Remote Start Inoperative, Multiple Keyless-Go Push Attempts to Start, Key Not Detected message, Tire Pressure Warning Lamp On, Passive Inoperative

Integrated Trailer Brake (ITB) Switch Removal

For vehicles built with the wrong IPC (MPH or KPH) Dealer(s) need to wait to order any cluster in (kph or mph) until the dealer instructions for 79C are released.

Radio Over The Air Update from U39.E to U40.C R1H Software Version (FOTA) Customers may experience one or more of the following: - Navigation non-functional, not updating current position. - Screen Off hard key inoperative, Soft key on radio screen still operational. - CarPlay and Android Auto stabi...

Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.

Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates.

Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair Aluminum corrosion or bubbling along the leading edge of hood, hinges or other exterior surface areas of the hinges, doors, fenders, swing gates or liftgates

When customer complaint is related to inoperative 4 Wheel Drive shifter, loss of 4WD function and/or 4WD related MIL please reference SOL Case #S2508000062 prior to replacement of Transfer Case shift motor.

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