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2017 Ram 3500 Engine Problems

Engine complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2017 Ram 3500 has 18 NHTSA engine complaints and 1 engine-related recall.

Problem Areas for the 2017 Ram 3500

Brakes
133
Electrical
33
Powertrain
22
Steering
18
Engine
18
Speed Control
17
Other
16
Wheels
15
Suspension
11
Tires
6

18

Complaints

1

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

Engine Recalls

17V562000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with ...

All Engine Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Aug 1, 2025ENGINERecently I was informed about a possible engine failure involving a "Grid Heater Bolt". Upon my que...
Jul 10, 2025ENGINEThe contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the...
Feb 20, 2025ENGINEP2609 check engine code for a component in the diesel fuel intake chamber. The relay failed, melted...
Feb 23, 2024ENGINEon Cummins Diesel Engine installed on this vehicle, On the Intake Air Heater assembly, there is a ...
Feb 23, 2024ENGINEPotential Grid Heater defect that can cause major engine failure and/or fire. The bolt connecting th...
Feb 4, 2024ENGINETruck broke engine while driving in downtown Atlanta, GA towing a trailer. After having a certified ...
Dec 22, 2023ENGINEGrid heater bolt failure. Vehicle is currently located at the dealership and the is labeled “Do not ...
May 30, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGThe contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 40-45 MPH, the vehicle started sh...
Jan 5, 2021ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,EQUIPMENTTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATIONS OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: ...
Oct 17, 2020ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMFUEL LEAK IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. FUEL FILTER HOUSING WAS REPLACED DUE TO LEAKAGE AROUND FUEL HEATER ...
Oct 17, 2020ENGINEI RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE (NHTSA 19V-818000) IN NOVEMBER, 2019 FOR DEFECTIVE ENGINE COOLING FAN WHICH...
Jun 15, 2020ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EQUIPMENTTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19...
Dec 30, 2019ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19...
Dec 1, 2019ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 1...
Nov 15, 2019ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,EQUIPMENTTL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19...
Nov 1, 2019ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED,...
Sep 18, 2017ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMI HAVE A 2017 RAM 3500 WITH AN AISIN TRANSMISSION. THE THROTTLE LAG IN THIS TRUCK IS VERY DANGEROUS....
Sep 18, 2017ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17...

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