Buying a used 2026 RAM 3500? Check these 4 recalls first
The 2026 Ram 3500 has 4 recalls in this group, covering instrument cluster and panel display failures, trailer tow module failure, and an incorrect brake warning light. Display reliability and accurate brake warnings are the central recall themes. NHTSA lists 29 unverified owner complaints, including 19 electrical, 12 service brake, 5 vehicle speed control, and 5 power train reports. Reported outcomes include 2 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries; the category counts should be considered separately.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify completion of both listed instrument display recall campaigns.
- Confirm trailer tow module recall repairs and operation.
- Check brake warning recall completion and request brake and speed-control fault records.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any RAM dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2026 RAM 3500
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Ram 3500, 5500 Instrument Cluster Display Failure | Electrical System | high |
| Jeep And Ram Trailer Tow Module Failure | Exterior Lighting | high |
| Ram Trucks Instrument Panel Display Failure | Electrical System | high |
| Ram Trucks May Show Wrong Brake Warning Light | Electrical System | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
29 complaints filed for this model year, including 2 mentioning a crash, 0 a fire and 0 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 19 | Yes |
| Brakes | 12 | Yes |
| Speed Control | 5 | None found |
| Power Train | 5 | None found |
| Rear Camera | 4 | None found |
| Driver Assistance | 4 | None found |