AI Damage2021 RAM 3500: common problems
The maker issued 584 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 584
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 177 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 112 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 48 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 43 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 36 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 21 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 15 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 8 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star…
- RADIATOR - ENGINE COOLING
- SENSOR - TURBOCHARGER SPEED
- CORE – HEATER
- SWITCH – HEADLAMP
- Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
- If customer concern diagnosis leads to suspect u-joint issue with the prop shaft, u-joint service kit…
If customer concern diagnosis leads to suspect u-joint issue with the prop shaft, u-joint service kit should be utilized to fix concern. Prop shaft replacement would not be required.
- OUTLET - AIR CONDITIONING & HEATER
- BEARING - CRANKSHAFT THRUST and KIT
- HD Front and Rear Prop Shafts Increase U-Joint Usage If customer concern diagnosis leads to suspect…
HD Front and Rear Prop Shafts Increase U-Joint Usage If customer concern diagnosis leads to suspect u-joint issue or failure with the prop shaft, u-joint service kit should be utilized to fix concern. Prop shaft…
- Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot
Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online S2623000040
NHTSA lists 584 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2021 RAM 3500?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 584 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2021 RAM 3500?
NHTSA lists 584 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2021 RAM 3500 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2021 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.