2024 Ram 3500 Tradesman 6.4L HEMI 4x4
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- Photo: 2024 Ram Heavy Duty 3500 Limited Longhorn Crew Cab SRW 6'4 Box in Pearl White & Walnut Brown Metallic Two-Tone, front left, 2026-05-09 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2025 RAM 3500 Limited Longhorn Crew Cab, front NYIAS 2025 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: 2024 Ram Heavy Duty 3500 Limited Longhorn Crew Cab SRW 6'4 Box in Pearl White & Walnut Brown Metallic Two-Tone, rear left, 2026-05-09 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2025 RAM 3500 Limited Longhorn Crew Cab, rear NYIAS 2025 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2024 Ram 3500 Tradesman 6.4L HEMI 4x4 is a 410-hp 6.4-liter with an 8-speed automatic; adaptive electronic control, ers manual mode; torque converter lock 1st–8th; 4x4: bw 44-46/44-47 transfer case, 2wd/4hi/n/4lo, low range 2.64:1 and four-wheel drive.
It makes 410 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque, spinning to a 5,800 rpm redline.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| Destination Charge | $1,995 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 6.4L HEMI V-8, OHV 16-valve, variable cam timing; 8 deactivating + 8 hydraulic lifters with roller followers |
| Displacement | 6.4 L |
| Horsepower | 410 hp |
| Torque | 429 lb-ft |
| Redline | 5,800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | OHV, 16-valve, pushrod, hydraulic roller lifters; variable cam timing (VCT) |
| Bore and Stroke | 103.9 x 94.6 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential multiport electronic fuel injection (SMFI), returnless |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Differential Type | AAM 9.25-in. beam front (4x4); AAM 11.5-in. beam rear (SRW) or AAM 12.0-in. beam rear (DRW/Max Tow) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic (ZF 8HP75); adaptive electronic control, ERS manual mode; torque converter lock 1st–8th; 4x4: BW 44-46/44-47 transfer case, 2WD/4HI/N/4LO, low range 2.64:1 |
| 1st Gear | 4.71 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.14 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.1 |
| 4th Gear | 1.67 |
| 5th Gear | 1.29 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.84 |
| 8th Gear | 0.67 |
| Reverse | 3.3 |
| Final Drive | 3.73 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded regular (87 octane) |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Three-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle |
| Rear Suspension | Two-stage longitudinal leaf springs, solid axle (optional supplemental air bags) |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Twin-piston pin-slider caliper, ABS; Hydro-boost power assist |
| Front Brake Disc | 14.17 x 1.54 in (359.9 x 39.1 mm) disc |
| Rear Brake Disc | 14.09 x 1.34 in (357.9 x 34.0 mm) disc |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Ram 3500. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Mar 14, 2024 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.
NHTSA campaign 24V199000
Nov 28, 2023 · STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2023-2024 Ram 2500, 4500/5500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the high beams to activate when the turn signal is used or activate the turn signal when the high beams are used. In addition, the turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Turn signals and/or high beams that do not function as intended may cause confusion or reduced visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the steering column control module (SCCM) software, and inspect and replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are B2A and D5A.
NHTSA campaign 23V799000
45 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2024 Ram 3500
Owner Complaints
45 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Ram 3500 (5 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 12 |
| Engine | 6 |
| Power Train | 6 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2024 RAM 3500. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.