Is the Ram 3500 Reliable?
1994–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Ram 3500 Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 24 | — | — | 74 | Good |
| 2025 | 3 | 39 | — | — | 71 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 35 | 5 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2023 | 2 | 14 | — | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 8 | 103 | 7 | — | 52 | Fair |
| 2021 | 4 | 47 | — | — | 79 | Good |
| 2020 | 4 | 66 | 2 | — | 75 | Good |
| 2019 | 6 | 85 | 6 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2018 | 7 | 602 | 9 | — | 45 | Fair |
| 2017 | 7 | 200 | 2 | — | 59 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the 3500 Compares to Similar Vehicles
The 3500 scores 3 points above the average truck — a strong result.
Known Ram 3500 Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1215 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ram 3500 reliable?+
The Ram 3500 scores 68/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 43 recall campaigns and 1215 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year 3500 is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 3500 achieved the highest reliability score of 88/100 with 2 recalls and 14 complaints.
How many miles does a 3500 last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Ram 3500 owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used 3500 will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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