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2006 Dodge Ram 3500 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2006 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component11
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns | Park‑it |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 3 | – |
| Air bags | 2 | 2 |
| Visibility | 2 | – |
| Electrical system | 1 | – |
| Suspension | 1 | – |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | – |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | – |
Safety recalls11
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| May 24, 201616V352000 | Air bags: frontal passenger sideThese vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement… Do not drive until repaired DetailsHide details for campaign 16V352000
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| May 27, 201515V313000 | Air bags: frontal driver sideIn the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants… Do not drive until repaired DetailsHide details for campaign 15V313000
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| Dec 16, 201414V795000 | Electrical system: ignition switchBroken springs can result in a no-start condition, or cause unintended movement when the ignition is cranked, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 14V795000
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| Nov 6, 201313V528000 | Steering: linkages tie rod assemblyA failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 13V528000
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| Jul 6, 201111V350000 | Steering: linkages tie rod assemblyTHIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN THE POTENTIAL LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL STABILITY IN THE LEFT HAND FRONT WHEEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 11V350000
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| May 3, 201010E013000 | Steering: gear box shaft pitmanSTEERING LOSS COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH. DetailsHide details for campaign 10E013000
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Owner complaints by component257
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 75 | 29 |
| Electrical system | 52 | 20 |
| Exterior lighting | 44 | 17 |
| Air bags | 33 | 13 |
| Visibility | 24 | 9 |
| Power train | 22 | 9 |
| Suspension | 20 | 8 |
| Service brakes | 13 | 5 |
| Fuel system | 12 | 5 |
| Tires | 8 | 3 |
| Diesel | 8 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 7 | 3 |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 2 |
| Engine | 6 | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 6 | 2 |
9 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Air bags
“Takata recall. The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V352000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable.”
- Steering
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving, the steering wheel wobbled violently.”
- Visibility/wiper
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving during inclement weather with the air or heater activated during winter or during rain fall, the windshield became extremely foggy.”
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2006 Dodge Ram 3500 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 have?
NHTSA lists 11 safety recall campaigns for the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500. The most recent, 16V352000 (reported May 24, 2016), concerns air bags. 2 campaigns carry a park-it or park-outside warning. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 recalls for?
The largest group is steering, with 3 campaigns. Others: air bags (2), visibility (2), electrical system (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2006 Dodge Ram 3500?
Steering is the most-reported component, named in 75 complaints out of 257 filed with NHTSA (29%). Across all complaints, owners reported 15 crashs and 4 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2006 Dodge Ram 3500?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Dodge). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Dodge dealer.
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