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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2014 Ram 3500 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2014 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
17
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
202
Latest campaign
May 27, 2021

Recall summary by component17

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Steering3Jan 25, 2019
Equipment3Dec 21, 2017
Wheels2May 27, 2021
Electrical system2May 17, 2018
Engine and engine cooling2Sep 12, 2017
Air bags2May 9, 2017
Latches/locks/linkages1May 9, 2019
Power train1Dec 20, 2017
Seat belts1Jul 22, 2015

Safety recalls17

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
May 27, 2021Latest campaign
May 27, 202121V398000

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V398000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V398000 · May 27, 2021
May 9, 201919V347000

Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate latch

If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 19V347000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.
Risk
If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.
Campaign
NHTSA 19V347000 · May 9, 2019
Jan 25, 201919V021000

Steering: linkages drag

A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 19V021000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 19V021000 · Jan 25, 2019
Oct 16, 201818E096000

Steering: linkages

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

DetailsHide details for campaign 18E096000
What's wrong
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.
Risk
The weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 18E096000 · Oct 16, 2018
May 17, 201818V332000

Electrical system: wiring

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 18V332000
What's wrong
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.
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.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 18V332000 · May 17, 2018
Dec 21, 201717V824000

Equipment

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 17V824000
What's wrong
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
Risk
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 17V824000 · Dec 21, 2017
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Ram). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component202

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
202Complaints filed
9Involving a crash
7Involving a fire
9Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Steering4120010
Power train3919100
Suspension3417100
Engine2914120
Electrical system2512130
Wheels2010100
Fuel/propulsion system189010
Unknown or other189010
Service brakes157300
Vehicle speed control157100
Air bags105419
Structure63102
Visibility/wiper52000
Engine and engine cooling52000
Exterior lighting52000

10 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

  • Wheels

    “The contact owns a 2014 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while the contact's husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side rear outer tire detached. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road.”

    Filed 07/07/2026 · ODI 11748722
  • Equipment

    “Norcold N641.3FL refrigerator (serial #XXX) installed in an Arctic Fox truck camper caught fire on June 2, 2026 due to cooling unit failure. This model is subject to a known Norcold fire risk recall.”

    Filed 06/02/2026 · ODI 11741544
  • Electrical system

    “the recall number is 14V-635 or P65\n\nsays electric defect causes fires from heater Year: 2014\nMake: RAM\nModel: 3500\nTrim: N/A\nSeries: N/A”

    Filed 03/19/2026 · ODI 11725649

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2014 Ram 3500 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Ram 3500 have?

NHTSA lists 17 safety recall campaigns for the 2014 Ram 3500. The most recent, 21V398000 (reported May 27, 2021), concerns wheels. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2014 Ram 3500 recalls for?

The largest group is steering, with 3 campaigns. Others: equipment (3), wheels (2), electrical system (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2014 Ram 3500?

Steering is the most-reported component, named in 41 complaints out of 202 filed with NHTSA (20%). Across all complaints, owners reported 9 crashs and 7 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2014 Ram 3500?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Ram). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ram dealer.

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