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2024 Ram 3500 Safety Record

The 2024 Ram 3500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 2 recalls and 36 owner complaints on file.

Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar

2Recalls
36Complaints
0Investigations
VERDICT

The 2024 Ram 3500 carries no federal safety ratings. NHTSA has not crash-tested this model year, leaving it without an overall star rating or an assigned Safety Index score. The available safety record shows two active recall campaigns and 36 owner-reported complaints. These recalls address the airbag clockspring and the steering control module. The absence of crash-test data means the federal program has neither confirmed nor ruled out crash safety for the 2024 Ram 3500.

The 2024 Ram 3500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Light recall and complaint burden band, and is subject to two federal recall campaigns according to NHTSA records.

MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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2024 Ram 3500 safety at a glance (source: NHTSA)
NHTSA crash testNot crash-tested
Recall and complaint burdenLight
Recalls on file2
Owner complaints36 (unverified allegations)
Data verifiedOct 1, 2026

ANALYSISHow safe is the 2024 Ram 3500?

A clockspring fault that can disable the driver airbag and a steering control module defect define the 2024 Ram 3500's federal safety record, representing the most safety-relevant items in its two recalls. The 36 reported owner complaints include 3 alleged crashes and 4 alleged injuries, which are flagged for monitoring despite their unverified status. The 2024 Ram 3500 falls into the Light burden band, indicating a relatively low volume of recalls and complaints for a full-size heavy-duty truck of its age. There are no federal crash-test results for this model year, nor for any tested sibling years, leaving no structural reference point from nearby model years for this generation.

NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2024 Ram 3500 have any recalls?

The 2024 Ram 3500 is covered by two recall campaigns. The first addresses the frontal driver airbag clockspring and spiral cassette, a component whose failure can prevent the airbag from deploying in a crash. The second addresses the steering control module, which can affect steering response. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive advisory in the data reviewed here, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.

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

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2024 Ram 3500?

Owners have filed 36 unverified complaints with NHTSA against the 2024 Ram 3500. The most frequently alleged problem areas are the Electrical System and Service Brakes, each cited in 9 reports, followed by Power Train with 6 alleged issues and Engine with 5. These are unverified consumer allegations, not confirmed defects.

36 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

3reported crash
1reported fire
4reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsElectrical System 9Service Brakes 9Power Train 6Unknown Or Other 5Engine 5Air Bags 4

USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2024 Ram 3500?

Two recall campaigns have been issued for the 2024 Ram 3500. Prospective owners should verify recall completion via NHTSA.gov using the specific vehicle's VIN, as any used model may have outstanding repairs from the prior owner.

  • The 2024 Ram 3500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, meaning no federal star ratings or Safety Index exist for this specific model year.
  • Two recall campaigns cover this model year: one for the driver airbag clockspring and spiral cassette, which can prevent airbag deployment in a crash, and one for the steering control module.
  • Owners have filed 36 unverified complaints with NHTSA, including alleged issues across the Electrical System, Service Brakes, Power Train, and Engine, as well as 3 alleged crashes and 4 alleged injuries.
  • Verify open recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov, because recall repairs are performed at dealerships and an individual vehicle may or may not have been remedied.

FAQ2024 Ram 3500 safety questions

Was the 2024 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 2 recalls and 36 owner complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2024 Ram 3500 have?

According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2024 Ram 3500. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2024 Ram 3500?

According to NHTSA's complaint database, 36 owner complaints are on file for the 2024 Ram 3500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash or a fire.

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HOW THIS PAGE WAS MADE
  • DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ram 3500 2024.
  • 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.