1999 Dodge RAM 3500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other RAM 3500 years
- Fewer complaints than other years 16th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 104 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500. That ranks 16th out of 18 RAM 3500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (22 complaints, 21%), typically at around 74,035 miles. Complaints mention 10 crashes, 6 fires, 2 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 104owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 10complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 1999 Dodge RAM 3500 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 22 | 21% | 74,035 | — | — |
| Structure | 18 | 17% | 76,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 12% | 101,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 11 | 11% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 11 | 11% | 149,312 | — | — |
| Suspension | 7 | 7% | 138,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 6 | 6% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 5% | 118,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 5 | 5% | 60,034 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 5 | 5% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 4% | 147,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 3% | 290,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3% | 110,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 3% | 177,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 3% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3% | 147,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 2% | 139,922 | — | — |
| Trailer Hitches | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 2% | — | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Equipment Adaptive/mobility | 1 | 1% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1% | 147,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 1 | 1% | 124,957 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | 220,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
1999 Dodge RAM 3500 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Tire valve (PE02049) — opened Jun 3, 2002, closed Oct 1, 2002.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD BEGAN TO FRACTURE AND WAS CURRENTLY IN SEVERAL PIECES. THE CONTACT CALLED I-10 MAC HAIK DODGE CHRYSLER (LOCATED AT 12111 KATY FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77079, [redacted]) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 3500. The contact stated that the spare tire cables underneath the vehicle were rusted. The failure prevented the contact from placing the tire back in the spare tire compartment, as it could fall while driving. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 DODGE RAM 3500. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SPOUSE WAS DRIVING 30 MPH, SHE TURNED A CORNER AND CRASHED INTO A BAND OF TREES THAT WERE COVERING THE ROAD. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT CALLED GOSS DODGE CHRYSLER…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram 3500. While driving 45 mph, the hood opened independently without warning. The vehicle was pulled over to a shoulder lane so that the contact could close the hood. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer (flemington chrysler jeep dodge ram…
Dash is no good breaking up if airbag is inflated the parts of dash would put out your eyes could even do more all the dodge dashes are breaking they need to be fixed.
Other Dodge RAM 3500 years
← 1998 RAM 3500 · 2000 RAM 3500 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 RAM 3500 | 366 | 8 |
| 2011 RAM 3500 | 225 | 5 |
| 2010 RAM 3500 | 150 | 9 |
| 2009 RAM 3500 | 105 | 5 |
| 2008 RAM 3500 | 173 | 9 |
| 2007 RAM 3500 | 210 | 11 |
| 2006 RAM 3500 | 257 | 8 |
| 2005 RAM 3500 | 196 | 4 |
| 2004 RAM 3500 | 214 | 4 |
| 2003 RAM 3500 | 286 | 6 |
| 2002 RAM 3500 | 44 | 0 |
| 2001 RAM 3500 | 130 | 1 |
| 2000 RAM 3500 | 58 | 1 |
| 1999 | 104 | 0 |
| 1998 RAM 3500 | 105 | 0 |
| 1997 RAM 3500 | 125 | 1 |
| 1996 RAM 3500 | 124 | 1 |
| 1995 RAM 3500 | 108 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500?
Owners most often report power train, structure, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 22 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other RAM 3500 model years, the 1999 has fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.