Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2007 Ram 3500. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗Alternator may Fail Resulting in Engine Stall/Fire
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
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Owner complaints (6)
6 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 3 | 50% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 50% |
| Steering | 2 | 33.3% |
| Engine | 1 | 16.7% |
| Exterior lighting | 1 | 16.7% |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 16.7% |
How 2007 compares with other 3500 years
Best and worst 3500 years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 6 | 1 |
| 2008 | 4 | 1 |
| 2009 | 3 | 2 |
| 2013 | 114 | 16 |
| 2014 | 202 | 15 |
| 2015 | 136 | 14 |
| 2016 | 134 | 14 |
| 2017 | 312 | 12 |
| 2018 | 804 | 10 |
| 2019 | 136 | 14 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
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2007 Ram 3500 FAQ
How many recalls does the 2007 Ram 3500 have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 16V739000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2007 Ram 3500 problems?
Owners filed 6 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (3), Unknown or other (3), Steering (2) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
How does the 2007 3500 compare with other years?
Among the 2007–2019 Ram 3500 model years at least five years old, the 2009 drew the fewest complaints (3) and the 2018 the most (804). The 2007 drew 6. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.