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2008 Ram 3500 problems

The most common problem on the 2008 Ram 3500 is steering. It has fewer complaints than a typical 3500 model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Year score
95/100
Owner complaints
4
Recalls
1
Service bulletins
181
Worst area
Steering

The worst 2008 Ram 3500 problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Steering
    3
  • Suspension
    2
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Lights
    1

Problems by type

Tap a problem to see which part fails, at what mileage and in which other years.

  • Steering
    3
  • Suspension
    2
  • Driver assistance
    1
  • Electrical
    1
  • Lights
    1

Recalls 1

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulatorReported October 13, 2016 · 74,811 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.
Risk
If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S68.

Recall number 16V739000 · Recall details

See all 1 recalls for the 2008 Ram 3500

Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Ram 3500 181

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 181 bulletins for the 2008 Ram 3500

What 2008 Ram 3500 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 9, 2020 · Steering, Suspension · 150,000 miles · MN

Vehicle experienced the "death wobble", replaced the steering gear box stabilizer/brace, did not fix the problem, this happens when going highway speeds and you encounter bumps, the vehicle shakes violently and you have to pull over and slow down to stop the shaking, the other fixes are very expensive, and should be a recall. Numerous other people have experienced the same issues with these vehicles.

Filed Mar 18, 2019 · Steering · 160,000 miles · MA

My complaint is with the front end of my 2008 dodge ram 3500 quad cab dually diesel. I have been getting the death wobble after replacing everything in the front end except the drag link steering link. I have the factory "y" type and was told dodge was replacing them with the "t"style. Please advise before I get killed in this thing. Highway between 40 and 65 I hit a bump andthe front end starts jumping all over the place uncontrollably until I come to an almost stop.

Filed Oct 17, 2018 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 200,000 miles · WY

The 4x4 actuator kept clicking in and out and damaged my transfer case where I had to pay for a new one, now it's starting to do it again. Also my heater blows cold on diver side and hot on passenger side. All services have been done but the light keeps coming on and off, saying I need to have it serviced. Head lights and dash lights keep fluctuating in bright and deeming.

Filed Jan 10, 2018 · Steering, Suspension · 120,000 miles · WY

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 ram 3500. While driving, the tie rod fell off on the passenger side of the vehicle. The contact drove to fremont motor cody (3127 big horn ave, cody, wy 82414), but they could not repair the vehicle. The contact replaced the tie rod himself. The manufacturer was contacted and was unable to provide assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

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Questions about the 2008 Ram 3500

Is the 2008 Ram 3500 reliable?

Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2008 Ram 3500, fewer than a typical 3500 model year.

What is the 2008 Ram 3500 year score?

The 2008 Ram 3500 scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Ram 3500: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Ram 3500?

Steering, with 3 complaints. Next is suspension (2).

How many recalls does the 2008 Ram 3500 have?

1 recall, covering electrical system.

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