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2007 Ram 3500 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 11 complaints on file for the 2007 Ram 3500 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

11

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other 3500 years?

3500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted1,121 complaints2007: 11 complaints2008: 8 complaints2009: 4 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 182 complaints2014: 304 complaints2015: 205 complaints2016: 180 complaints2017: 421 complaints2018: 1,121 complaints2019: 178 complaints2020: 155 complaints2021: 89 complaints2022: 239 complaints2023: 21 complaints2024: 56 complaints2025: 75 complaints2026: 41 complaints
3500 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Ram 3500 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System327%
Other327%
Steering218%
Engine19%
Fuel System19%
Lighting19%

Does the 2007 Ram 3500 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

16V739000Electrical SystemOctober 13, 2016 · 74,811 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.

Consequence

If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S68.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“NO THROTTLE, TPS CHANGED OUT 4 TPS S MERGING INTO INTERSTATE, THROTTLE FAILED- 18 WHEELER UP MY @$$. MATTER OF TIME, SERIOUS CHAIN OF EVENTS...NO THROTTLE, NO POWER,NO GO PARTS OF THIS DOCUMENT HAVE BEEN REDACTED TO PROTECT PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 1, 2012

“when driving at 55 mph truck will just die. if I am at a stop sign truck will die. Anytime it dies you can not restart the truck for at least one hour. The last time it die I was in the left lane of Shaw Ave going east to a doctors appt. It die I am handicap so I just can't push it out of the way.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 16, 2021

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 (NA) RAM 3500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS MAKING A RIGHT TURN AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE PASSENGER SIDE TIE ROD SNAPPED OUT OF THE SOCKET. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE LOST STEERING ABILITY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO BOULDER CHRYSLER DODGE RAM (3200 28TH ST, BOULDER, CO 80301,…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · July 18, 2019

“NO THROTTLE, TPS CHANGED OUT 4 TPS S MERGING INTO INTERSTATE, THROTTLE FAILED- 18 WHEELER UP MY @$$. MATTER OF TIME, SERIOUS CHAIN OF EVENTS...NO THROTTLE, NO POWER,NO GO PARTS OF THIS DOCUMENT HAVE BEEN REDACTED TO PROTECT PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE INFORMATION PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 1, 2012

“Steering components broke when turning the truck around, this happened 30 miles up a Forest service rd. while out sightseeing. Had to be towed a long way ($1200) for the towing. and the steering repair for $1150.00, if this would have happened at speed when we were towing our camper it would have…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · May 5, 2023

2007 Ram 3500 — common questions

Is the 2007 Ram 3500 reliable?

The record is thin — 11 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2007 3500 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are electrical system (3 complaints), other (3 complaints), steering (2 complaints).

Does the 2007 Ram 3500 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2007 Ram 3500. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Ram 3500 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the 3500 years to avoid are 2018, 2017, 2014, 2022, 2015, 2013, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2009. The cleanest record among 3500 years belongs to 2012.

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.