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2012 RAM 3500 Safety Overview

The 2012 RAM 3500 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 8 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
  • Equipment
  • Power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for RAM 3500 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 RAM 3500 21V398000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassi...

Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V398000: Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/27/2021
2012 RAM 3500 17V824000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde ...

If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 17V824000: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/21/2017
2012 RAM 3500 17V821000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle We...

Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

NHTSA Recall 17V821000: Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/20/2017
2012 RAM 3500 16V739000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 20...

If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 16V739000: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/13/2016
2012 RAM 3500 15V459000

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5...

This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy. Inadvertent deployment of the air bag may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V459000: This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 7/22/2015
2012 RAM 3500 14V635000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and...

If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 14V635000: If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/8/2014
2012 RAM 3500 13V529000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 2500 4X4 and 3500 4X4...

A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V529000: A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 11/6/2013
2012 RAM 3500 13V344000

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2012 RAM 3500 trucks manufactured M...

An unexpected loss of power transfer may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 13V344000: An unexpected loss of power transfer may increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 8/6/2013

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.