2024 Ram 3500 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 13%of 45 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Too newThis model year is less than 4 years old, so a trend is not meaningful yet.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2024 Ram 3500, 13% of the 45 complaints for this model year.
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.
“On 01/21/2026 there was a warning light that came on stating accelerator control sensor, the next morning the truck started stalling, and continued stalling multiple times. I attempted to get the vehicle to the service center. It then stalled 2 more times, the service center told me they couldn’t look at the truck until the next day, the vehicle then stalled on me again that evening, they kept the truck until Friday evening, and told me they couldn’t duplicate the issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #11715041, filed 2026-02“My new truck lost power on highway. Parking position didn't hold the car from movement. My car didn't drive forward and rear. Dealership said that its transfer case issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11592695, filed 2024-06“We bought our 2024 3500 Dodge RAM in Florida in late March. Last weekend the truck started to feel like it was jerking while we were pulling our 5th wheel. On Monday we schedule an appointment in Brockton Massachusetts at a dealership. We were told there need to be a system update and that it was all set. On Wednesday we started our 3 hour drive to Maine when suddenly while we were on the highway the truck began to overheat and revving loud only going 35mph. We pulled over into a parking lot and called RAM roadside assistance. We were told to let the truck cool down and try again. …”
NHTSA complaint #11669535, filed 2025-06“Vehicle displayed warnings: Service Antilock Brakes Service Electronic Stability Control Service Trailer Brake System The truck has only 4,650 miles on it. When this happens, the above systems do not work along with the 4 wheel drive system. When towing a heavy trailer, the loss of trailer brakes can easily cause an accident due to jackknifing of the trailer and greatly increased stopping distance. Loosing 4 wheel drive in snow or mud can cause an accident or getting stuck.”
NHTSA complaint #11651599, filed 2025-03“RAM 3500 truck was purchased in Ventura, CA and has experienced multiple electrical and drivetrain failures beginning shortly after purchase. In January 2025 while traveling in Oregon, the infotainment system repeatedly blacked out and the cruise control button stopped functioning. A dealership replaced the cruise control button, restoring cruise control, but the infotainment problem remained. When the vehicle was returned after the repair, a new defect appeared: the horn button no longer worked. …”
NHTSA complaint #11722137, filed 2026-03Related service bulletins
- 11034380Jun 25, 2026If 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…
- 11034338Jun 17, 2026HD 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…
- 11030138Mar 9, 2026The vehicle will exhibit a service transmission/check engine warning indicator for the following transmission models: 845RE, 8HP45, 850RE, 8HP50, 8HP70, 8HP75, 8HP75-PHEV…
- 11025498Nov 6, 2025Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. Rear Selective Thrust Washer Failure Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle…
- 11024577Oct 24, 2025Driveline Vibration. Prop Shaft Diagnostic Information.
- 11021844Aug 7, 2025When customer complaint is related to inoperative 4 Wheel Drive shifter, loss of 4WD function and/or 4WD related MIL please reference SOL Case #S2508000062 prior to replacement…
- 11021576Jul 30, 2025Unresponsive 4WD Shifter, Service 4WD Light Illuminated. ABS And/Or Traction Control Lights May Also Be On
- 11020760Jul 8, 2025NOTE: Not applicable to vehicles built for US Market. Rear Selective Thrust Washer Failure Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the…
- 11018018May 2, 2025"Rear Selective Thrust Washer Failure Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following…
- 11014903Feb 24, 2025Valve body & control unit - transmission
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 18% |
| 2025 | 8 | 19% |
| 2024 | 6 | 13% |
| 2023 | 1 | 6% |
| 2022 | 114 | 60% |
| 2021 | 11 | 18% |
| 2020 | 12 | 10% |
| 2019 | 18 | 13% |
| 2018 | 23 | 3% |
| 2017 | 27 | 9% |
| 2016 | 19 | 14% |
| 2015 | 32 | 23% |
| 2014 | 39 | 19% |
| 2013 | 12 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2024 Ram 3500
12 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsEngine
6 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsAir bags
5 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2024 Ram 3500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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