2026 RAM 3500 electrical system problems
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 2026 RAM 3500 — 65% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“On multiple occasions the U-Connect system in the listed 2026 RAM 3500 has gone completely black and was inoperable until a reset was performed. The trailer brake gain control and exhaust brake are accessed and controlled via the touch screen U-Connect system. This failure poses a significant…”
filed Aug 25, 2026
“The contact owns a 2026 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The message that the trailer was not connected was displayed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V059000 (Exterior Lighting…”
filed Aug 20, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- A software error may cause the instrument panel display to failCampaign 26V225000 · Apr 9, 2026
- Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to…Campaign 26V059000 · Feb 2, 2026
- A software error may cause the instrument panel cluster display to be blankCampaign 25V826000 · Dec 1, 2025
- Instrument panel may display an incorrect brake system warning lightCampaign 25V530000 · Aug 18, 2025
Related service bulletins
Flash: Vehicle System Interface Module (VSIM) Updates Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ●…
08-331-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 11, 2026Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) Sensor Water Intrusion CUSTOMER Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code…
25-004-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 10, 2026Radio Over The Air Update to U43.17 R1H Software Version (FOTA) Customers may experience one or more of the following:- Navigation Stability - Android Auto & Carplay stability & connectivity- Trailer Tow pages-…
OTHERDOC_176 · Other · issued Sep 8, 2026Airbag Warning Light On or Intermittent. The Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) May Have The Following DTCs (Active/Stored)
S2623000052 REV. A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Sep 1, 2026
Electrical System problems in other 3500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 3500 | 27 | 64% |
| 2024 3500 | 11 | 26% |
| 2022 3500 | 23 | 12% |
| 2021 3500 | 17 | 27% |
| 2020 3500 | 9 | 8% |
| 2019 3500 | 20 | 15% |
| 2018 3500 | 136 | 17% |
| 2017 3500 | 33 | 11% |
| 2016 3500 | 10 | 7% |
| 2015 3500 | 19 | 14% |
| 2014 3500 | 25 | 12% |
| 2013 3500 | 17 | 15% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2026 RAM 3500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.