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2015 Ram 2500 steering problems

The 2015 Ram 2500 has 43 steering complaints filed with NHTSA — 15% of the year's total, and down from the prior model year.

43

Steering complaints

15%

Share of year

2

Crash-involved

3

Related recalls

Steering complaints by year

2500 steering complaints by model year87 complaints2009: 4 complaints2013: 31 complaints2014: 87 complaints2015: 43 complaints2016: 41 complaints2017: 49 complaints2018: 83 complaints2019: 11 complaints2020: 10 complaints2021: 5 complaints2022: 5 complaints2023: 4 complaints2024: 1 complaints2025: 2 complaints
2500 steering complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Related recalls

19V021000SteeringJanuary 25, 2019 · 795,575 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

18E096000SteeringOctober 16, 2018 · 847 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

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.

16V559000SteeringJuly 26, 2016 · 59 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015 RAM 2500 trucks, and RAM 3500 trucks and cab chassis. The affected vehicles may have inadequate welds securing the front track bar frame brackets, possibly resulting in the bracket components separating from the frame.

Consequence

If the bracket components separate from the frame, the vehicle may have a reduced response to steering input, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will weld on a new track bar frame bracket or replace the frame of the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began on September 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S58.

What owners report

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE STEERING DID NOT RESPOND EVEN WHEN THE STEERING COLUMN WAS MOVED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE DROVE INTO A DITCH. THE SEAT BELTS FAILED TO TIGHTEN AND THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BRUISES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WAS ONE INJURY THAT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · December 8, 2017 · crash

Common questions

How many steering complaints does the 2015 Ram 2500 have?

NHTSA has 43 complaints about the 2015 Ram 2500 steering — 15% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2015 Ram 2500 steering?

Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns for this model year are tied to the steering: 16V559000, 18E096000, 19V021000.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.