Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (struts, shocks, control arms, ball joints, springs).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Ram 3500. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle veered from left to right without warning and shook continuously. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 13V529000 (steering); however, the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The failure recurred numerous times. The dealer also replaced the driver side ball joint under the manufacturer warranty. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ball joints failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 49,500. Updated 05/26/16
While driving home from work one evening my truck started making the most awful grinding sound coming from the front passenger tire. Then my ABS light and serv 4wd light came on the dash. A few seconds later the tucked bobbled and weaved and I could no longer steer it. When I got out to look at the problem the wheel itself was resting on the hub assembly. Previous to this I've had to replace front end parts like crazy. New ball joints and I joints annually. Brakes twice a year, and it will eat up tires on the front. Also the truck will not stay aligned. I've contacted Chrysler and first they were very helpful, but then they started to give me the run around. I've had to have their tie rod end recall fixed several times as well.
I took my truck in for the first tie rod recall when it first came out...when I got my truck back I kept hearing a weird noise for a few weeks...ended up finding out that my rim was so loose it almost fell off....I ended up needing ball joints and new tires soon after...about 6000 miles later started feeling front end sloppiness. ..took it to mechanic and needed tie rod....wanted recall done on block heater but parts were not available. ..got that answer multiple times....this recall to me is as important if not more that the other as it results in fire.....I'm not happy at all and I want my vehicle bought back...it's not safe....they say no, I disagree
Driving on interstate highway at 70 miles per hour. Went over a bridge and front end started shaking violently. Stopped and looked for a problem. Could not see any issues. Thought it May be mud coming out of wheels causing a balance problem. Continued trip. Drove about 130 miles. Went over small bumps and front end started violently shaking.had to stop on side of road. Came home and researched problem. Found others have same problem referred to as "death wobble" this could cause problems if in heavy traffic or if pulling a trailer. This truck only has 53235 miles and is used mainly for on highway use.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 3500. While driving at 65 MPH, the front end of the vehicle started shaking violently as the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver without warning. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the front driver side tie rod ball needed to be replaced. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 11350000 (steering) but the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed back to a dealer where it was serviced under NHTSA campaign number: 13V529000 (steering). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,355.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 3500. While driving approximately 60 MPH in the left lane, the contact heard an abnormal noise coming from the front tires. The front driver's side tire blew out and, while coasting over to the side of the road, the suspension became damaged from the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the cosmetic damages were repaired. The vehicle was not inspected and diagnosed by an authorized dealer to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 28,000.
Tl contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle jerked violently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer four times. The technician diagnosed that the track bar, upper tie rods, upper control arms and the left lower and upper ball joints needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 48,000.
Similar to online reports of past Dodge Ram truck "death wobble," truck wobbles and shakes dangerously despite numerous fixes and adjustments to tires/alignment and other. Tire rod snapped off, luckily while not on the freeway. We had to have it towed out of our driveway and had to stop mid-trip on our way to wyoming to purchase new tires. Ram 3500 2010.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 3500. While driving various speeds, the front of the vehicle shook violently. The contact stated that the vehicle had a condition widely known as the "death wobble". The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000. The VIN was not available.
After accelerating on an interstate highway on-ramp, the vehicle went over some bumps then started shaking violently at about 45 MPH. There was a complete loss of steering as the truck vibrated and shook across lanes, but I was able to somehow avoid collisions with other vehicles and safely pull off the highway. After stopping and finding nothing wrong, the vehicle was slowly accelerated to interstate speed and driven another 300 miles to destination without further incident. A few days later, a tucson Dodge dealer inspected the truck and found two issues. First, the front steering damper was found to be defective and was replaced under warranty. The second item, an imbalanced front driver's side wheel, was found and corrected. The problem has not recurred, but I am extremely nervous about the event repeating itself, particularly if it happens when pulling a 5th wheel trailer. …
Suspension complaints in other Ram 3500 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are suspension problems on the 2010 Dodge Ram 3500?
NHTSA has 23 complaints about the suspension of the 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, 15% of the model year's 150 complaints. The component named most often is front (1 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 suspension problems?
No. NHTSA lists no suspension recall for the 2010 Dodge Ram 3500, though it has 9 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2010 Dodge Ram 3500 suspension problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 50,000 miles, and 20% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.