10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
8 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
4,956 miles

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problem #206

Nov 172025

1500

  • miles
The ABS control module has faulted and the ABS, Traction Control, and Cruise Control are off making them all inoperable, even though the truck is still able to be drive, albeit unsafely. There is a national backorder of parts and the units are no longer being manufactured.

- Helotes, TX, USA

problem #205

Feb 212026

1500

  • miles
ABS System failed when making a right hand turn. It cause my truck to fishtail into on coming traffic and wind up on the other side of the road going the opposite direction. We have not been to a dealership yet. Scared to drive it again. The traction control light and ABS light and brake lights are on all the time. No other warnings.The lights were on when I purchased the truck.

- Carriere, MS, USA

problem #204

Dec 102025

1500

  • miles
ABS Module failure, Brake warning light on, ABS warning light on and unable to use cruise control

- Tampa, FL, USA

problem #203

Dec 012025

1500

  • miles
The ABS warning light is on. I took the vehicle to the dealership, and they advised that it is safe to continue driving. -??

- Cross , SC, USA

problem #202

Jul 052023

1500

  • miles
Known issue with the abs module causing brake problems no abs no traction control very dangerous to drive especially in wet/slippery conditions

- Miller Place, NY, USA

problem #201

Sep 102025

1500

  • miles
k my abs and traction control and brake light came on my truck has 86k miles well took it and got it scanned said abs control module internal short so went on line to order one on back order and no date when available so went to dealer and they said no can-??t get one nationwide back order so now my trucks brakes are not safe and i contacted ram with no response so idk wat to do and i thought car manufacturers had to keep parts available for so many years and the part i need also fits newer ones also so it should be available instead every time i have to drive it-??s possible to not be able to stop without sliding i would jus trade it in but will be a loss because of the brakes and all the lights on also i purchased this truck new

- Vernon , AL, USA

problem #200

Nov 192025

1500

  • miles
My abs, traction control, trailer brake lights are on. Error code C2200-49. What is worse; there are no parts! As I tow a camper it is a serious issue! I cannot understand why this issue is common with this vehicle but ram doesn-??t have remedy. (Rebuild option or shock- have someone make spare parts for it) I will be forced to fix it myself with junk yard parts. Why is it so hard to get competent designers when the trucks have been made for 20 years or more. If they would standardize more on parts and quit changing things every year maybe we could get better and safer vehicles. And spare parts may be easier to get.

- Westerville, OH, USA

problem #199

Feb 032025

1500

  • miles
-My ABS module failed over a year ago and is available for inspection. -My ABS, anti-lock, cruise control does not work. -The problem has been confirmed by a dealer and dealer said the part is no longer available. -The component has been inspected by a dealer. -There were warning lights when it failed and they have been on ever since.

- Marysville, OH, USA

problem #198

Feb 052024

1500

  • miles
ABS Module failure, Anti-Lock Brake system failure.

- Villa Rica, GA, USA

problem #197

Feb 032026

1500

  • miles
My abs module has an error code and I can't find the part I need.

- Lake Worth, FL, USA

problem #196

Jul 102025

1500

  • miles
ABS warning light. Light came on in July 2025. Local repair shops could not fix said there are no parts available. Took truck to Ram dealer in December 2025.They state ABS MODULE is bad along with HCU hydraulic control unit. Followed up 4 times on what the hold up is. They state waiting on parts and keep reponsonding the same. I called the Ram national customer service as directed on 1/22/2026. They said they would get right on the issue. I got a response about 5 days later. They said they are still trying to find the parts. I checked again around February 3rd. Got the same response. I checked several chat rooms about the issue and there were a lot with the same model year. This is a big safety issue as brakes lock up and or it takes longer to stop the Truck. Please look into this matter. Thanks

- Canal Fulton, OH, USA

problem #195

Apr 022025

1500

  • miles
ABS unit failed. This renders the Traction control system, ABS braking, cruise control, and 4WD system inert. I tried to repair/replace the unit it is on indefinite backorder, and repair shops cannot get the parts to fix the actual unit. Makes vehicle dangerous to drive in all but fair conditions. No solution has been provided by RAM.

- Davidsonville, MD, USA

problem #194

Jul 102025

1500

  • miles
I have a abs, E brake and traction control light on I'm my dash. It will not let me use cruise control or any of the 4 wheel drive options. This has been going on now for a month. I've called my Dodge dealership and others. I have been on Internet looking for replacement parts none to be found. The Dodge dealership where I got my truck from said the needed over 100 and can't get them. I've tried everything can't go and get one from junkyard Dodge will not install or program a used one. This is a safety condition that they recalled 2017-2019 and I purchased my like February 2017 new actually had it shipped down from Pennsylvania by dealership. Please help I really depend on my truck and I drive 45min one way to work. PLEASE HELP I CAN'T AFFORD A NEW TRUCK AND I REALLY LIKE MY DODGE RAM. [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] THANKS FOR YOUR HELP INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Craigsville, VA, USA

problem #193

Jul 012025

1500

  • miles
ABS module needs replacing. Part on Backorder for a year, won't be available till July 2026. RAM is offers no alternative. 3rd party vendors are saying the computer chip controlling the module has been discontinued by its maker, and in reality, there are no more new modules being produced. Car has no ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, STABILITY CONTROL.

- Asheville, NC, USA

problem #192

Aug 222025

1500

  • miles
The ABS module failed causing the cruise control, ABS, and traction control systems to become inoperable.

- Middleburg, FL, USA

problem #191

Apr 022025

1500

  • miles
Upon start get dash message "Service Electronic Braking System". When that goes away I'm left with these lights: ABS, Antilock system symbol, and BRAKE. As a result of this I have NO CRUISE CONTROL as well. Took the vehicle to Johnson Dodge dealership in Budd Lake, NJ. They told me the ABS modules are on back order for a year. Also that the replacement parts have been DISCONTINUED BY DODGE. No ETA available. I travel mostly hightway without ABS or cruise control. I worry about decreased stopping distance constantly. THIS IS A POTENTIALLY DEADLY THREAT TO ME AND PASSENGERS. The internet is full of complaints for the same problem.

- Haworth, NJ, USA

problem #190

Dec 162022

1500

  • miles
The ABS control module and pump failed. ABS Light, Traction / Stabilitrak light / Brake Light on Vehicle was diagnosed by the dealership Dec 16, 2022 was given quote to repair but the parts were not available and back ordered. Been reaching out since to have truck repaired multiple dealerships but ABS module is not available no ETA been driving vehicle as is Currently ABS module is still not available no ETA now and vehicle is rendered in operable due to the ABS Module failure There have been multiple complaints of this issue, yet nothing is being done.

- Homosassa, FL, USA

problem #189

Feb 252025

1500

  • miles
ABS MODULE 68295368-AC failed. Prevents anti-locking brakes to function. Only have hydraulic brakes which will allow the vehicle to go into a skid. Does not allow the cruise control to function. This part has been on back order from my dealer since February 25, 2025. I have checked on the statis and have been told they are not even allowed to place any more requests for new customers with this same defected abs module. There is no after market part available for this model. Only option is to spin the wheel and hope for a working part from a salvage yard. There were recalls for previous models and later models. There are thousands of us, if not more with this problem. When will Stellantis be held accountable and get us the required part. With warning lights on the dash board for brake and traction control, there is little value to try and sell or trade my Ram 1500. Who would by it? With the defective abs module not only am I at risk, but other vehicles on the road could be endangered.

- Sachse, TX, USA

problem #188

May 172023

1500

  • miles
ABS Module tested by independent service to be defective. ABS, antiskid and brake lights all on. Cruise control disabled. Available for inspection. No -??incident-?? has occurred other than having no antiskid function which poses a risk in wet conditions as well as fatigue issues on long drives with no cruise control! ABS Module has been on manufacturer nationwide back order for over 2 years with no end in sight and no alternate resolution offered. Unit was under 3rd party warranty initially but it-??s been so long it is now not covered.

- Brandon, FL, USA

problem #187

Nov 292025

1500

  • miles
failure of ABS control module. This disables anti lock brake system, traction control & cruise control. There are hundreds of this modules on back order. Not one of parts suppliers have this part & do not know when they will be available. I reached out to corporate & they don't either

- Manorville, NY, USA

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