2007 Ram 3500 Problems & Complaints

Better than average98% fewer complaints than a typical year of the 3500 at the same age

Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2007 Ram 3500 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. That is 98% fewer than a typical 3500 model year at the same age, making the 2007 one of the better 3500 years. The most reported problem area is the electrical system (3 complaints). One recall covers this model year.

6complaints
1recalls
0crashes
0fires
0injuries
0deaths

Most common 2007 Ram 3500 problems

  • Other / not specified~100,000 miles
    350%
  • Electrical system
    350%
  • Steering~56,000 miles
    233%
  • Fuel & propulsion system~100,000 miles
    117%
  • Engine & cooling
    117%
  • Lights
    117%

Share of the 6 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.

Ram 3500 complaints by model year

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Owner complaints per model year, Ram 3500. Colour = our verdict for that year (red: avoid, orange: caution, green: better than average, blue: too new).

Best 3500 years: 2023, 2021, 2013. Years to avoid: 2018, 2017, 2022, 2025, 2014. Compare all years →

2007 Ram 3500 recalls (1)

Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator

NHTSA recall 16V-739 · Oct 13, 2016 · 74,811 vehicles

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

What 2007 Ram 3500 owners say

Electrical system

Steering components broke when turning the truck around, this happened 30 miles up a Forest service rd. while out sightseeing. Had to be towed a long way ($1200) for the towing. and the steering repair for $1150.00, if this would have happened at speed when we were towing our camper it would have been terrible. This truck has no off-road usage other than for snow. Head light low beam on the drivers side stopped working, traced the wire back to the TIPM and there is no power coming out for this wire. Reading up on this issue it seems to be a very standard problem in 2006 and above trucks. This should be a recall item as it can cause serious problems when driving at night or in bad weather. I have seen that the Tipm has been recalled on only certain models, this makes no sense to me. There were no warnings on either of these failures. …

May 2023

Check engine light has gone on intermittently. Have had it checked with no reason for the code. No sign that it was the engine harness. Contacted dealership and they explained they couldn't look at it for 3 weeks. Brought it to another mechanic and replaced computer. a week later it damaged that computer. I called dealership and they again advised there wad no way to have it towed in for at least 3 weeks. Only 1 diesel mechanic present. Had diagnostics run again and was diagnosed as engine wiring harness. Engine wire harness has damaged 5 computers. While driving vehicle, it suddenly cuts off, with warning lights on, power steering will not work. There is no warning to this happening. It has happened several times on the road, but would restart while still rolling. Now, there are no replacement wiring harness available to purchase. This is only a 2007.

Oct 2021

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Ram 3500 a good car?

Based on 6 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 3500 rates better than average: 98% fewer complaints than a typical year of the 3500 at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.

What is the most common problem with the 2007 Ram 3500?

The electrical system — 3 complaints, 50% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the steering (2) and fuel & propulsion system (1).

How many recalls does the 2007 Ram 3500 have?

There is 1 recall for the 2007 Ram 3500, the most recent from October 13, 2016 (alternator/generator/regulator). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.

What are the best and worst years of the Ram 3500?

The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2023, 2021 and 2013. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2018, 2017, 2022, 2025 and 2014. See the full Ram 3500 years comparison.

At what mileage do 2007 Ram 3500 problems happen?

The median mileage reported in complaints is about 100,000 miles; 0% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 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.