2016 RAM 3500 vs 2018 RAM 3500
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 RAM 3500 | 2018 RAM 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 133 | 784 |
| Recall campaigns | 14 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 489 | 443 |
| Investigations | 3 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 5 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 24,000 mi | 42,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | RAM 3500 | RAM 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 11 | 493 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 135 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 132 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 107 |
| Steering | 28 | 34 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 | 60 |
| Wheels | 20 | 24 |
| Power Train | 19 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 9 | 21 |
| Stalling | 6 | 15 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 32 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 25 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 18 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.