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Dodge RAM 3500

2006–2010 only

929 classified complaints 12 recalls

2006–2010 Dodge RAM 3500 models have 929 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 12 recalls. The most common issue in this range is Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column, typically surfacing around 74,149 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 2006–2010 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full Dodge RAM 3500 report for every year combined.

Where this range fits

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2001–2005

2006–2010

2011–2012

Complaints filed per 5-year model-year window — highlighted bars link to their own dedicated page.

What breaks, and when — 2006–2010 only

Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column · Steering 323 complaints

Median onset: 74,149 miles. 1.5% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

More common in newer model years. · Typical repair: $270–$510 nationally.

Airbags, seatbelts and restraints · Body and interior 106 complaints

Median onset: 117,750 miles. 8.5% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · More common in older model years.

Body control and other modules · Electrical 105 complaints

Median onset: 100,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues.

Wiring harness, grounds and connectors · Electrical 78 complaints

Median onset: 95,000 miles. 1.3% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues.

Shocks and struts · Suspension 42 complaints

Median onset: 64,000 miles.

More common in older model years. · Typical repair: $280–$1,440 nationally.

Control arms, ball joints and bushings · Suspension 42 complaints

Median onset: 62,500 miles. 2.4% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

More common in older model years. · Typical repair: $230–$700 nationally.

Tire wear and premature wear patterns · Wheels and tires 30 complaints

Median onset: 38,950 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues.

Power steering pump, rack and lines · Steering 29 complaints

Median onset: 71,000 miles.

More common in newer model years. · Typical repair: $750–$2,230 nationally.

From owner-filed complaints to NHTSA, not independently verified. Federal mileage reporting on recent complaints is sparse — see how it works. Cost ranges are national estimates from book labor hours and parts pricing, not this vehicle's actual repair history — they don't account for your location or shop type.

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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — complaints and recalls, scoped to 2006–2010 model years. See the full Dodge RAM 3500 report for every year and full specs/safety data.