NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2026 Ram 3500 Safety Record
The 2026 Ram 3500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 4 recalls and 20 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2026 Ram 3500 has not undergone NHTSA crash testing, and therefore carries no federal star ratings. Without this data, our Safety Index score cannot be computed. The available federal record indicates a Light recall-and-complaint burden band. Four active recall campaigns have been issued, primarily addressing concerns within the electrical systems and brake lighting. Additionally, 20 unverified owner complaints have been filed. This limited data set provides no basis to assess the vehicle's crash safety performance.
The 2026 Ram 3500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, carries four recall campaigns and a Light recall-and-complaint burden band, 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 | Light |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 20 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2026 Ram 3500?
The 2026 Ram 3500 debuts in the federal safety record with a concentrated recall profile, despite a "Light" burden band for its combined recall and complaint volume. Three of the four recall campaigns address the instrument cluster and panel, components critical for displaying warnings and driver information. The fourth recall, pertaining to brake lighting, is a direct crash-avoidance concern; a malfunction here can increase the risk of rear-end collisions. This issue is not isolated to the 3500, appearing in other Ram and Jeep models. Owner complaints echo these concerns: of the 20 total, the Electrical System and Service Brakes categories draw the most allegations. No direct star-rating reference exists, as NHTSA has not tested sibling years for this model.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2026 Ram 3500 have any recalls?
The 2026 Ram 3500 is named in four recall campaigns. Three address the electrical system, specifically the instrument cluster and panel, with one campaign exclusive to the 2026 model year. The fourth targets exterior brake lighting across a broader multi-model range. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the data provided for these campaigns.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL26V225000
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 35D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 16, 2026.
Reported 2026-04-09
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS26V059000
Risk: Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 10, 2026.
Reported 2026-02-02
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL25V826000
Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or gear selection, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel software or replace the instrument panel cluster, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are B4C and B8C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov be
Reported 2025-12-01
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL25V530000
Risk: An incorrect warning light can fail to alert the driver to critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 9, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 79C.
Reported 2025-08-18
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2026 Ram 3500?
Twenty unverified owner allegations have been reported to NHTSA for this model year. The most frequently cited components are the Electrical System, Service Brakes, Vehicle Speed Control, Forward Collision Avoidance, and Back Over Prevention. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts or confirmed defects.
20 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2026 Ram 3500?
The 2026 Ram 3500 had four recall campaigns. Buyers should check the VIN of any specific vehicle on nhtsa.gov to confirm all recalls have been addressed.
- NHTSA has not crash-tested the 2026 Ram 3500, so no star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this model year.
- Three of the four recall campaigns on this model year target the instrument cluster and panel within the electrical system, with one campaign issued exclusively for 2026 Ram heavy-duty models.
- A fourth recall addresses exterior brake lighting across a multi-model range that includes the 2026 Ram 3500, a concern directly relevant to rear-collision risk.
- Twenty unverified complaints have been reported to NHTSA, with the Electrical System and Service Brakes drawing the highest allegation counts among the components cited.
FAQ2026 Ram 3500 safety questions
Was the 2026 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 4 recalls and 20 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Ram 3500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2026 Ram 3500. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2026 Ram 3500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 20 owner complaints are on file for the 2026 Ram 3500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects, and include reports involving a crash.
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Other 3500 years
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ram 3500 2026.
- 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.