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2015 Ram 3500 Steering problems

Owners have filed 22 complaints about the 2015 Ram 3500's steering with NHTSA - 16% of all its complaints, most recently on October 6, 2026. They describe 1 crash, 0 fires and 0 injuries. Loss of power steering, stiff or loose steering, wandering, column and rack problems.

Complaints
22
Recalls
3
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0

Steering recalls for the 2015 Ram 3500

Steering: connection

19V021000795,575 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (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.
The risk
A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.
The fix
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.

Steering: linkages

18E096000847 vehicles affected

The problem
Streetcar 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 risk
The weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

Steering

16V55900059 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (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.
The risk
If the bracket components separate from the frame, the vehicle may have a reduced response to steering input, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

Steering complaints

SteeringSuspensionEngine & cooling

I own a 2015 Ram 3500 equipped with the 6.7L Cummins diesel engine. An authorized Ram dealership diagnosed an engine oil leak originating from the timing gear housing-to-engine block/cylinder block gasket. The leak has progressed beyond minor seepage. Engine oil is traveling down onto the chassis/track bar area and is leaving drops on the ground. The dealer estimated the repair at approximately $4,000 because of the extensive labor required to access and reseal the timing gear housing. My concern is that an engine...

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oil leak from this sealed housing may worsen over time and could potentially result in significant oil loss, contamination of nearby chassis components, or oil reaching hot engine/exhaust components depending on the path and severity of the leak. FCA/Stellantis has previously issued technical communications concerning oil leakage from the timing gear housing gasket. STAR Online Case [[redacted]], titled "Oil Leak From The Front Timing Gear Housing Gasket," instructed dealership technicians to document the leak location, photograph the condition, and measure the breakaway torque of the timing gear housing retaining bolts. FCA also issued later engineering communications involving the rear gear housing/timing case gasket on later Ram 6.7L diesel trucks, including requests to document loose housing bolts and retain removed bolts for engineering analysis. I am submitting this complaint because I believe this may represent a recurring engine oil leakage condition involving the timing gear housing on Ram heavy-duty trucks equipped with the 6.7L Cummins diesel engine. I am requesting that NHTSA review owner complaints and manufacturer technical communications to determine whether this condition presents a broader safety-related defect. Vehicle: 2015 Ram 3500 Laramie 4x4 Engine: 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel VIN: [[redacted]] Approximate repair estimate: $4,000 Dealer diagnosis: timing gear housing-to-engine block/cylinder block gasket oil leak INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Steering · Suspension · EngineNHTSA 11769446
Steering

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 3500. While attempting to have an alignment performed, the contact was informed that the steering drag link and the tie rod were both cracked. The failure caused rapid, premature wear on the tire. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V021000 (Steering); and believed that the welding that was performed in the recall repair had directly caused the current failure. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, where the technicians...

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diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the previous recall repair made it impossible to perform a proper wheel alignment. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 193,000.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11742354
SteeringBrakes

humming from the hydroboost pump, actual issue is the high pressure steering line has a nylon tube inside the hose that breaks apart and moves throughout the system. Dodge had one revision of the hose on the early model years but this issue has gone unresolved. I am afraid if i cant get it fixed it may possibly cause the brakes or steering assistance to fail.

Filed Incident Steering · Service brakesNHTSA 11721992
SteeringSuspension

There was a recall forced by the NTSB for a condition where the track bar adjustment nut would come loose and the truck would lose steering. The recall on the track bar was rectified by the dealer by welding the nut on the track bar. Now that the nut has been welded a proper alignment can not be preformed. There is no longer adjustment available due to the welded nut. The only way to properly fix this is to replace the track bar. I have had many communications with ram (stellantis) and they refuse to remedy this as they tell me they have complied with the NTSB's resolution.

Filed Incident Steering · SuspensionNHTSA 11718592
Steering

Drag link was tack welded by dealer as a temporary fix but will not replace it with the upgrade. I cannot get a wheel alignment unless I purchase a new drag link for 450.00 Dollars

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11404690
SteeringSuspension

I was towing my travel trailer and entered a slight left turn at approximately 50mph when my front driver side tire started to shake/wobble uncontrollably. I slowed down and it stopped. Dealership replaced both front hubs and bearings. When I hit a small bump while turning and not towing, it still shakes/wobbles uncontrollably. I notified dealership about it and they still failed to make the repair. The vehicle is still under warranty.

Filed Incident Steering · SuspensionNHTSA 11398518
SteeringCrash

Tl* the contact was a lawyer calling on behalf of her client who owned a 2015 ram 3500. The lawyer stated while her client was hauling horses at an unknown rate of speed, the steering rod broke unexpectedly, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. The driver drove down an embankment and hit a sign, totaling the vehicle. The lawyer was unaware if any warning lights were illuminated prior to the failure; the lawyer was also unaware if the air bags deployed upon impact. The driver nor the horses were...

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injured due to the crash. The police were called and a police report was filed. Upon investigation, the lawyer discovered an active recall on the vehicle under nhtsa campaign number: 19v021000 (steering); which she linked to her client's failure. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was deemed a total loss. The manufacturer nor the dealer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11323358
SteeringSuspension

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 back. Can you help. ([redacted]) redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Steering · SuspensionNHTSA 11229657
Steering

Recall v06 allows welding of adjustable parts. This means when steering needs adjustment in future, the owner is stuck with buying all new parts to replace the welded parts!!! How can you allow this burden being shifted to the owners when fca caused the problem by not threading the parts correctly?

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11204238
SteeringSuspension

While driving the truck and turning slightly left, I hit a small bump on the road and my truck started vibrating uncontrollably and I lost the ability to steer the vehicle. The vehicle vibrated so hard that I slid across other lanes of traffic to my right without being able to steer. I brought the vehicle to a complete stop on the side of the road. After the complete stop, I was able to drive and steer the vehicle. Since this incident happened, I have had the same issue happen when I'm driving while turning and...

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hitting a bump. I've had this happen on interstate highways, state highways and flyover on ramps. The dealership does not know what is wrong and is unable to fix the problem at the moment.

Filed Incident Steering · SuspensionNHTSA 11194498
SteeringAcceleration & cruise controlBrakes

While driving on highway cruise control failed to work, brake light went on and steering wheel turned upside down.*Dt *dt both jam nuts were found to be loose.*Jb

Filed Incident Steering · Vehicle speed control · Service brakesNHTSA 11192299
Steering

The steering wheel began losing it's function after turning out of my driveway, while I was driving down my street, at approximately 20-25 mph. It would turn approximately 90 degrees with no affect suddenly. I had it transported to the reno dodge dealership. They at first tried to charge me for a realignment. I took it to another repair shop, and they identified that there was a recall on this issue due to a failure in the 'drag linkage.' I went back to reno dodge and they admitted there is a recall, but they...

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didn't have the updated infirmation from chrysler, so they would nit fix it. I had the repairs done at the other shop, and fca has now been avoiding reimbursing me. They kept telling me they couldn't identify my vin, then the had other 'technical difficulties',they close my case as soon as they open it! They have done this 4 times now!

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11180837
Steering

Pittman rod bolts keep backing off, 2nd time this has happen. Lost of steering. Steering wheel sitting between 120 degrees and 180 degrees..

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11144609
SteeringSuspensionSeats & seat belts

Takata recall when driving my vehicle on the highway or freeway at high speeds of 65 to 80 mph the whole truck begins to vibrate.Have gotten it checked mechanically for faults.Tires have been checked as well as steering components and suspension and everything is in good shape.Was told that its normal for a 2015 ram 3500 dually to vibrate so much .Its not.There absolutely no readon why a newish truck should vibrate so much that it feels like its going to fall apart on its own.Its not normal and all the people on...

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the forums with the same problem have been told by the dealers that it is normal.It is a driving hazard that its only a matter of time before dodge has lawsuits on its front door for neglicence on their part for the bad vibrations making bolts fall off and causing a wreck.

Filed Incident Steering · Suspension · SeatsNHTSA 11098063
SteeringSuspension

I can't drive my tuck due to the face the truck being to shake out of control and I have to pull over . I go the truck home but due to the insane shaking I do not drive the vehicle.

Filed Incident Steering · SuspensionNHTSA 11082124
SteeringBrakes

I was pulling out of a parking space and I hear a loud pop lots power steering and brakes system . The car is only 2 yrs old

Filed Incident Steering · Service brakesNHTSA 11043754
Steering

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.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 11010486
Steering

Truck has 26,300 miles on it. 7 Days after getting the truck serviced and aligned at my local dealer, while driving at 70 mph on the highway in gainsville, fl, the steering wheel slowly became mis-aligned to the left by over 180 degrees, causing reduced ability to steer to the left, a check engine light, a failure of the anti-lock brake control module, and failure of the cruise control. I stopped at nearest dealer who said the truck was unsafe to drive, but did not have anyone available to look at it for at least...

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a week and offered no further options. Being as I was 200 miles from home, I took the truck to an independent mechanic who determined that the steering drag link jam nuts were loose allowing the drag link to rotate at random. He was unable to tell whether the dealer failed to tighten them after the alignment or because they were never tightened at the factory. The drag link was re-set to center the steering wheel and the jam nuts were tightened. I was advised that had I not stopped to have it fixed, the drag link could have continued to loosen causing a complete loss of steering control. A quick google search indicates this to be a recurring problem with these trucks.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 10990782
SteeringBrakes

This is a diesel powered truck. Twice the hydraulic pressure created by the hydroboost unit has blown metal hoses apart resulting in complete and sudden loss of steering and brakes. Fortunately the truck was operating at very low speed. If this had occurred at highway speed, it would have resulted in a crash and likely death. In both cases, ram replaced the hose and fluid under warraanty, but has not addressed the root cause, which is that the hydroboost unit is defective.

Filed Incident Steering · Service brakesNHTSA 10919108
Steering

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 3500. The contact stated that the bolts on the steering tie rod loosened when driving at various speeds. The steering tie rod malfunctioned and caused the steering to be unstable. There were no warning lights illuminated. Neither the dealer nor an independent mechanic found any failures, but stated that the alignment was off. The dealer stated that the threads on the tie rods were fine, but needed to be re-adjusted. The failure continued to recur. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 9,000.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 10818127
Steering

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 problem. Http://www.Cumminsforum.Com/forum/2013-general-discussion/1813273-warning-check-your-steering-now.Html the pitman arm nut is also not torques to spec and very loose. Anyone of these could be a serious safety issue.

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 10789752
Steering

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 dodge ram 3500. While driving 55 mph and hauling a trailer, the steering wheel began to turn independently counter clockwise and blocked the instrument panel. The contact pulled the vehicle over, looked underneath, and noticed some bolts were loose from the steering cable. The contact stated that the bolts were tightened manually. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not duplicated. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was...

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22,779....Updated 12/29/15 *bf the consumer looked at the front end and saw where one of the nuts had detached from the coupling and the other nut was loose when he touched it. Updated 12/31/15.*Jb

Filed Incident SteeringNHTSA 10762090

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