- The problem
- Chrysler (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.
- The risk
- Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- 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.
Vehicle safety record
2015 Ram 5500 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 13 complaints about the 2015 Ram 5500 with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (5) and the electrical system (4). Those complaints describe 1 fire. It is covered by 8 recalls, the latest in May 2021 for the lugs / nuts / bolts / studs. For comparison, the 2014 has 11 and the 2016 has 17.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 5500 year, for its age
#214 most complained-about 2015 vehicle
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 8
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2015 Ram 5500 problems
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2015 Ram 5500 recalls 8
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Chrysler (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.
- The risk
- If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- Chrysler (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.pdf
- The risk
- If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- Chrysler (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.
- The risk
- 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.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- Chrysler (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 risk
- The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ram 4500, and 5500 pickup trucks manufactured January 30, 2015, to February 6, 2015. The affected vehicles may have inadequate penetration of the front upper control arm loop to spacer weld, reducing the front suspension stability.
- The risk
- A reduction of suspension stability control could affect control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace any affected upper control arms, free of charge. The recall began on September 17, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R34.
- The problem
- 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.
- The risk
- Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- 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.
- The problem
- Chryser (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks manufactured August 20, 2013, to January 27, 2015 and equipped with 6.4L Hemi engines. The affected vehicles have a maximum governed speed of 106 mph but are fitted with tires that are only rated for a maximum speed of 87 mph.
- The risk
- If the vehicle exceeds the tires' maximum speed rating, the tires may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will correct the electronic control unit software to limit the vehicle's speed to 87 mph, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R17.
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13 complaints about the 2015 Ram 5500
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Intake air grid heater nut came off and blew the #6 piston and engine needs to be replaced.
While traveling on a highway at speeds in excess of 50mph the 2015 Ram 5500 lost the rear set of dual tires on the passenger side. The wheels came off after all 10-wheel studs failed and broke off. This is the second incident on this same truck despite going through the warranty process and procedures through Stellantis/Ram. No incident or injuries resulted from the failure.
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 5500. The contact stated while driving 69 MPH, the vehicle started vibrating abnormally with abnormal sounds coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to park on the side of the road, exited the vehicle, and noticed transmission fluid leaking underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the transfer case was fractured. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the fuel rail, Service 4-WD, and the braking system...
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messages were displayed. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to an independent mechanic and was informed that the transfer case needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 137,000.
Vehicle is 2015 and has 44.4k miles on it. Had it in for a routine oil change and the mechanic showed me that the oil pan is in extremely poor condition with multiple rot spots all over and could fail at anytime. Mopar extended warranty covers oil pans, but they dont cover rust. An oil pan is a static part, the only way it could fail is from rust or a catastrophic engine failure where a connecting rod may protrude through it. Seems to be a common problem with these oil pans failing at a high rate. I have a 1977 chevy 289k miles with no problems on that oil pan. Perhaps the metal used in production was of poor quality which caused premature and expedited corrosion.
Have had shifting issue's in the past, repair under warranty was trans solenoids. Now, out of warranty, it's the trans wiring harness.
The dpf filter is saying that its clogged and it won't regin. Codes: p0234, p24a2,p0420,p0087,p2228,p1193,p243f,p0102,p203f,p2280
Truck was on highway going 70 mph. Driver said it started shaking very hard and then heard a very loud bang. Was able to keep it under control and bring it to a stop. There were parts of the transfer case all over the road. Drive shaft was bent at a 45 degree angle. Wiring was wrapped around yoke, underneath of cab is damaged, brake system damaged, def system damaged, along with other problems that cant be seen.
Vehicle was taken to the dealership due to an issue where white smoke would appear when the engine is under load. Dealer was unable to repair the issue due to scheduling conflicts. Owner attempted to drive the vehicle to another location for diagnostics. Vehicle caught on fire on the way to another dealer location.
Steering drag link broken off on passenger (long arm) side of adjustment sleeve. No impact damage. Part appears to have been improperly manufactured. Only approx 1/3 to 1/2 of the rod was fused together (see picture). Vehicle was backing up and turning in a parking lot, slightly downhill with service brakes lightly applied. Vehicle is heavily loaded (electrical bucket truck)
Tl* the contact owns a 2015 ram 5500. Upon inspection, the contact noticed coolant leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to fields chrysler jeep dodge-sanford (750 towne center blvd, sanford, fl), but a leak could not be found. Afterwards, the low coolant indicator illuminated. The contact checked the engine compartment and noticed that coolant spewed out onto the undercarriage and electrical wiring. The local dealer (brewbaker dodge chrysler jeep ram of prattville, 2209 cobbs ford rd, prattville, al)...
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diagnosed that the water pump was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to orlando dodge chrysler jeep ram (4101 w colonial dr, orlando, fl) where it was initially diagnosed as muddy water on the motor. The failure became more severe after one week. The vehicle was returned to orlando dodge chrysler jeep ram and the water pump was replaced. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 17v562000 (engine and engine cooling); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Orlando dodge chrysler jeep ram confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall remedy. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was referred back to the dealer. The manufacturer was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Battery saver mode msg appeared on dash. Truck had 87,000 miles and 2400 hours. Used as a roadside service wrecker. Tested batteries. 1 Tested bad. Replaced both batteries. Message comes back at startup on cold mornings. Msg stays on until truck is warmed later in the day.
Front tires uneven wear, tire cupping. Vibration and noisy!
Front tires. Tires wear uneven. Mostly passenger side. Cupping of of both. Noticeable vibration. Same thing happened with my 2011 model of the same vehicle.
Ram 5500: every year compared
All 5500 years2015 Ram 5500 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Ram 5500 | 13 | 8 | C | |
| 2015 Ram 1500 | 1,462 | 18 | F | Compare |
| 2015 Ram 2500 | 215 | 15 | C | Compare |
| 2015 Ram 3500 | 137 | 16 | C | Compare |
| 2015 Ram Promaster City | 88 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2015 Ram Promaster | 61 | 13 | C | Compare |
| 2015 Ram Promaster 2500 | 23 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2015 Ram 4500 | 7 | 8 | C | Compare |
| 2015 Ram Cargo | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
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Questions about the 2015 Ram 5500
Does the 2015 Ram 5500 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2015 Ram 5500: lugs / nuts / bolts / studs (May 2021); wiring (May 2018); equipment (December 2017); column shift (December 2017) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ram 5500?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (5), electrical system (4), wheels & tires (3).
How many complaints has the 2015 Ram 5500 had?
13 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 26, 2016 and the latest on December 5, 2024. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2015 Ram 5500 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 52 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical Ram 5500 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Ram 5500 years have the most complaints?
2018 (40), 2022 (27), 2017 (21). See every Ram 5500 year compared.
What should I do if my 2015 Ram 5500 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data