NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2023 Ram 3500 Safety Record
The 2023 Ram 3500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 5 recalls and 15 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2023 Ram 3500 has not undergone NHTSA crash testing, leaving it without a federal Safety Index score or star ratings. This absence of data means no official assessment of its crashworthiness is available. However, the federal record does detail a significant recall and complaint burden. Five recalls address critical components: the transmission, air bags, steering, backup display, and electrical wiring. One of these campaigns specifically advised owners to park the vehicle outdoors. In addition to the recalls, NHTSA records 15 owner complaints, though these remain unverified. This pattern of recalls and complaints indicates areas requiring close scrutiny.
The 2023 Ram 3500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Heavy recall and complaint burden band, and is subject to five federal recall campaigns including one park-outside directive, according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Heavy |
| Recalls on file | 5 (includes park-outside) |
| Owner complaints | 15 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Ram 3500?
The 2023 Ram 3500 enters the market without federal crash-test ratings, as NHTSA has not published results for this model year. Its safety profile is therefore defined by recall and complaint data. The most significant safety concern for the 2023 Ram 3500 is an electrical wiring recall, which prompted a park-outside directive. This indicates a high level of concern regarding the potential for an immediate hazard. Beyond the wiring issue, the vehicle faces four additional recalls, affecting distinct safety systems. Two of these, concerning the steering control module and a transmission weld, directly impact vehicle control. Another recall addresses the air bag clockspring, part of a wider industry campaign. These five recalls contribute to the Heavy burden band designation. Owner complaints, totaling 15 and currently unverified, align with the recall themes, specifically noting issues with the electrical system, engine, and exterior lighting. There are no adjacent model years with crash-test data available to provide further context for this vehicle's performance.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Ram 3500 have any recalls?
The 2023 Ram 3500 is linked to five federal recall campaigns. The affected components are the automatic transmission control unit, the driver-side frontal air bag clockspring, the steering control module, the backup camera display function, and the electrical system wiring relays and solenoids. The electrical wiring recall carries a park-outside directive, the most serious designation in NHTSA's campaign language, meaning owners were advised not to park the vehicle inside an enclosed structure.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION24V413000
Risk: A loss of drive power or a loss of park function increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the valve body and control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expecting to be mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 63B.
Reported 2024-06-06
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE24V199000
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.
Reported 2024-03-14
STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE23V799000
Risk: Turn signals and/or high beams that do not function as intended may cause confusion or reduced visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the steering column control module (SCCM) software, and inspect and replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are B2A and D5A.
Reported 2023-11-28
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION23V654000
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 97A.
Reported 2023-09-28
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:RELAYS/SOLENOIDS23V060000
Risk: An electrical short in the relay can result in an engine compartment fire with the ignition on or off, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the relay, free of charge. This will be a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2023 model year vehicles. FCA US will notify dealers on or about 3/23/2023 and begin notifying owners on or about 4/5/2023. Phase 2 will include 2022 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2021 mo
Reported 2023-02-09
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Ram 3500?
NHTSA records 15 unverified owner complaints for the 2023 Ram 3500. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the electrical system, the engine, and exterior lighting, each drawing three reported complaints. Air bags, engine and engine cooling, and suspension each account for one additional unverified allegation. No complaints in this set allege a crash, fire, injury, or fatality.
15 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Ram 3500?
Five recall campaigns have been issued for the 2023 Ram 3500. Prospective owners should verify the repair status of any specific truck via NHTSA's VIN lookup tool.
- NHTSA issued a park-outside directive for the 2023 Ram 3500 as part of the electrical system wiring recall, the most serious advisory level used in recall language, affecting 2021-2023 Ram 2500, 3500, and cab chassis variants equipped with the relevant component.
- A separate 2023 Ram 3500 recall addresses an insufficient weld in the transmission control unit, a defect NHTSA and Chrysler identified as affecting vehicle powertrain function across 2023 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks.
- The steering control module recall covers 2023 Ram 3500 Classic and 3500 Cab Chassis variants, meaning the specific body configuration of a given truck determines whether that campaign applies to it.
- All 15 unverified owner complaints for this model year are allegations only and have not been confirmed as defects by NHTSA; owners can submit new complaints or check existing ones at nhtsa.gov.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Ram 3500 places
The 2023 Ram 3500 qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Ram 3500 safety questions
Was the 2023 Ram 3500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 5 recalls and 15 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Ram 3500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 5 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Ram 3500, including a park-outside or do-not-drive campaign, which is the most serious class of recall. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Ram 3500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 15 owner complaints are on file for the 2023 Ram 3500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ram 3500 2023.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.