2010 Dodge Ram 2500 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (117) · Suspension (20) · Engine (11)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
133 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (4)
Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift 2017-12-20 · campaign 17V821000 · 1,482,874 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the op
Risk: 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.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.
Fuel System, Diesel 2014-10-08 · campaign 14V635000 · 315,325 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.
Risk: If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on April 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P65.
Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly 2013-11-06 · campaign 13V529000 · 271,733 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 2500 4X4 and 3500 4X4 trucks, 2008-2012 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis, and model year 2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4. The left tie rod assembly may break.
Risk: A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler notified owners on January 16, 2014 that dealers would inspect vehicles and replace the steering linkage assembly, if necessary. On or about February 27, 2014, Chrysler ceased its recall remedy program due to parts quality concerns, and then re-initiated it on or about April 14, 2014. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair
Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly 2011-07-06 · campaign 11V350000 · 242,780 vehicles
Defect: CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 2500/3500 4X4, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH MARCH 28, 2011; MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 3500 CAB CHASSIS 4X2, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH MARCH 28, 2011; AND MODEL YEAR 2008 DODGE RAM 1500 MEGA CAB 4X4, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH AUGUST 15, 2008, BECAUSE THE LEFT TIE ROD BALL STUD MAY FRACTURE. THIS CONDITION TENDS TO OCCUR DURING LOW SPEED PARKING LOT TYPE MANEUVERS WHEN THE CUSTO
Risk: THIS CONDITION COULD RESULT IN THE POTENTIAL LOSS OF DIRECTIONAL STABILITY IN THE LEFT HAND FRONT WHEEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TIE ROD ENDS FOR RELATIVE ORIENTATION AND REPLACE THE LEFT OUTER TIE ROD AS REQUIRED AND PERFORM A FRONT END TOE ALIGNMENT AS NEEDED. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 3, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Service bulletins (232)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Service Brakes 2026-06-26 · S1203000003 REV.A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
trac-rite operation diagnosis, chatter, shudder, moving from a stop and turning
Engine 2026-06-17 · 112906 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bearing - crankshaft thrust and kit
Engine 2026-06-17 · 112906 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
bearing - crankshaft thrust and kit
Electrical System 2026-03-03 · 110603 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
speaker - none
Electrical System 2026-03-03 · 110604 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
speaker - none
Electrical System 2025-07-28 · 106241 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
lamp - dome
Showing the 6 most recent of 232 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2025-09-22 · Structure:frame And Members · 189,000 mi“the contact owns a 2010 dodge ram 2500. the contact stated that while performing routine maintenance on the vehicle, the contact observed that the passenger’s and driver’s side support rails on the sub frame had several sections that were severely rusted. the contact stated that there were gaps of approximately 2-feet on both rails where the metal …”
2025-06-03 · Electrical System“the contact owns a 2010 ram 2500. the contact stated while driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle was driven over uneven pavement, causing the ignition key to fall out of the ignition. the contact coasted to the side of the road and placed the key back in the ignition and continued driving; however, the failure reoccurred several more times. the…”
2021-12-15 · Wheels“this is the 3rd time this happened to me. the first time i was driving around 55 and the truck started to shake so bad i could not actually hold onto the steering wheel, and i made it to the side of the road. i thought was a flat tire and i pulled over to find nothing wrong. the second was bad as it shook so violently, i was unable to make it to …”
2021-10-18 · Fuel/Propulsion System“fuel pump failed with no warning. best one of indy confirmed and replaced. it was parked and would not start. …”
2021-05-10 · Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control · 43,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 2500. the contact stated that the exhaust system regeneration required now warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was not taken to a local dealer. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the vin was not under recall. the failure mileage was approxim…”
2021-04-17 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 144,074 mi“i received a ve5 late life emission performance degradation recall in january 2021. i had the recall performed on 1.27/2021 at razzari dodge, merced. they installed a new cat converter and exhaust manifold. when i got my truck back, i had an cel error code p2271 o2 sensor. i had to pay $707.74 and $978.98 to get the truck running. i had no pre…”
2021-02-24 · Unknown Or Other“i took it to the dodge dealer for a recall notice i received, the recall was for the catalytic converter and the exhaust manifold to be replaced. the work was completed, i took the truck home and assumed things were fine. in january of this year i went under the truck to see about a oil leak i was having a problem with, i noticed the catalytic conv…”
2020-12-26 · Unknown Or Other · 60,000 mi“it's a random occurrence. while i'm starting it, i have to restop when i'm driving no warning, it's a manual transmission. that adds a huge danger when your truck dies in motion it's a big truck it's a work truck which makes it even more horrifying.!! please take this seriously this is a huge danger i can't stress how important this is and i'm sure…”
2020-12-18 · Air Bags · 96,000 mi“the air bag light began flashing off and on intermittently while driving. after a few weeks, the light just stayed on and remains on. when my truck was in for service, i was informed the ocr module had failed and was quoted approximately $750 to repair. seems to me this is a non-serviceable safety component that has failed. i hope this system fail…”
2020-12-09 · Electrical System · 305,000 mi“i have a 2010 dodge ram 2500 st. the vehicle ignition won't allow the vehicle to start some times. also when driving down the road, the truck cuts off and i have to restart it in the middle of traffic. ive had to roll to the sie of the road on mutiple occassions until i can get it restarted, luckily i havent had an accident yet. i googled the issue…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.