1999 Dodge RAM 3500 Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 11%of 104 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 149,312miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the steering of the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500, 11% of the 104 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 149,312 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Ever since we purchased the truck used from Dodge dealer in tucson arizona we have had concerns with suspension and steering of the truck. When driving the truck steering is bouncy and unstable. We thought it was alignment so we took it in and truck continues the same. When pulling out 34' 5th wheel steering is very shaky and vibrates a lot. After years of bringing up concern with Dodge dealer we took to another shop where they gave us a huge list of things needing too get fixed. We went back to Dodge dealer where they gave us a 2nd opinion and came up with additional concerns with truck. …”
NHTSA complaint #10884638, filed 2016-07, 168,000 miles“While traveling at a slow speed there was a sudden steering failure resulting in complete loss of vehicle control. A look under the vehicle showed that the entire passenger side idler arm assembly had ripped off the frame and the arm and steering linkages were dragging on the ground. The failure seemed to be cause by extreme rust/rot.”
NHTSA complaint #10412988, filed 2011-07, 106,591 miles“The contact owned a 1999 Dodge RAM 3500. While driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle started pulling to the left. While attempting to stop the vehicle, the power steering and brakes failed. As a result, the vehicle left the roadway and crashed into a retaining wall. The air bags deployed, knocking the contact unconscious. The contact sustained lacerations to the nose and face, a concussion, bruising of the left shoulder, a head injury and a wrist injury that required medical attention. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was destroyed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10744252, filed 2015-07, 149,312 miles“Front brake pads were replaced at 11,000 miles to stop the severe pulling when the brakes were applied--- lockup started the front wheels lockup and the rears roll free---master cylinder was replaced--porportioning valve was replaced--rear drums were turned & rear shoes were replaced”
NHTSA complaint #9005146, filed 2002-07“Vehicle would wander and it was difficult to maintain a straight line while driving at any speed. Dealership has examined vehicle three times for this problem, and replaced drag link which ran from frame to axle that prevents side to side movement, but did not prevent problem from reoccurring. This has occurred at 97000/ 102000, and 104000 miles within the last 9 months. Please provide any additional information/attachments.”
NHTSA complaint #890025, filed 2001-06Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 222 | 61% |
| 2011 | 164 | 73% |
| 2010 | 92 | 61% |
| 2009 | 69 | 66% |
| 2008 | 94 | 54% |
| 2007 | 88 | 42% |
| 2006 | 75 | 29% |
| 2005 | 61 | 31% |
| 2004 | 41 | 19% |
| 2003 | 37 | 13% |
| 2002 | 8 | 18% |
| 2001 | 17 | 13% |
| 2000 | 5 | 9% |
| 1999 | 11 | 11% |
| 1998 | 8 | 8% |
| 1997 | 10 | 8% |
| 1996 | 10 | 8% |
| 1995 | 5 | 5% |
| 1994 | 7 | 10% |
| 1993 | 4 | 20% |
Other parts of the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500
22 complaintsBody and structure
18 complaintsBrakes
15 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Dodge RAM 3500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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