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Overview
- Body
- Heavy Duty Pickup TruckNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/15/2026
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel DriveNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/15/2026
- Powertrain
- DieselNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/15/2026
Engine & performance
- Power to weight
- 0.041 hp/lb
Efficiency
- Fuel economy
- Not EPA-ratedMost heavy-duty trucks and vans (over 8,500 lb gross vehicle weight rating) are exempt from EPA fuel economy testing, so no official MPG exists for this vehicle.
Dimensions & capacity
- Curb Weight
- 8,998 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
- Cab
- Crew/Super Crew/Crew MaxNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
- GVWR class
- Class 3 (10,001 to 14,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year
- Recalls
- 2
- Owner complaints
- 46 See on NHTSA
- Reported injuries
- 4
Feature availability
Cameras & visibility
- Backup cameraStandard
Driver assist
- Blind-spot monitorStandard
Convenience
- Push-button startStandard
Recalls NHTSA record NHTSA, model year
24V199000 Mar 14, 2024 AIR BAGS; STEERINGChrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500,…
Summary: 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."
Consequence: 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.
Vehicles covered (all models): 38,164
Full notice23V799000 Nov 28, 2023 STEERING; EXTERIOR LIGHTINGChrysler (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…
Summary: 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."
Consequence: 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.
Vehicles covered (all models): 185,251
Full noticeSource: NHTSA
Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM18%
- SERVICE BRAKES17%
- ENGINE8%
- POWER TRAIN8%
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER8%
- AIR BAGS7%
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 71 total.
Ram 3500: best and worst yearsWarranty manufacturer terms, by make
- Basic
- 3 yr / 36k mi
- Powertrain
- 10 yr / 100k mi
- Roadside assistance
- 5 yr / 60k mi
Source: www.ramtrucks.com as of 2026-06
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