RAM 3500 CAB Chassis Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Mar 22, 2025 · 2 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the RAM 3500 CAB Chassis, across 2 model years (2016–2018). The 2018 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is air bags.

Peak: 2018, with 2 complaints
2016: 0201602018: 220182

n = 2 complaints · Source: NHTSA

RAM 3500 CAB Chassis years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No 3500 CAB Chassis model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2018 3500 CAB Chassis: 2 complaints, 0 recalls

Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.

Most common RAM 3500 CAB Chassis problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Air Bags111
Electrical System111
Visibility/wiper110

All RAM 3500 CAB Chassis model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2018 3500 CAB Chassis20—Air Bags
2016 3500 CAB Chassis01——

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Frequently asked questions

Which RAM 3500 CAB Chassis years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2018 (2). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.

What is the biggest problem with the RAM 3500 CAB Chassis?

Air Bags, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the RAM 3500 CAB Chassis have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.