10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
9 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
691 miles

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problem #1267

Jun 012022

2500

  • miles
ABS hydraulic control unit: Warning light and audible "ding" on the dashboard notes there is an issue with the ABS system. After taking this truck to several RAM service centers, the service tech says that it is part of a recall and that parts are not available. I cannot find any such recall, only a class action lawsuit. I haven't noticed a lack of breaking capabilities although I also have not engaged the breaks to the maximum which is where the ABS system would normally engage. Warnings are now constant while the truck is running.

- Maitland, FL, USA

problem #1266

Jun 062023

2500

  • miles
ABS/Electronic brake indicator light on continuous, no Dodge repair facility cannot seem to fix issue. This should be a recall item.

- New Bern, NC, USA

problem #1265

Oct 012023

2500

  • miles
Hydraulic cont module/ abs module is constantly going in and out causing the abs/traction control to be disabled and non functional cruise control. Highly unsafe when towing heavy like I do most of the time.

- Cambridge City, IN, USA

problem #1264

Nov 102023

2500

  • miles
Intermittent ABS/cruise control failures and warnings. Disables trailer brakes while towing. Truck has 28k miles, has been repaired once already. Dealer says no recalls, and out of warranty. Subject of class action lawsuit?

- Hudson Oaks, TX, USA

problem #1263

Feb 182024

2500

  • miles
Intermittent ABS Light on slippery roads. C0020-01 Code found by dealership. Warranty does not cover failure.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

problem #1262

Jun 172024

2500

  • miles
Vehicle keeps getting ABS control valve general power fault. Code scanned is C002001. Indications in vehicle are 1. Cruise control suddenly disengages if in use. 2. Instrument warnings of "ABS Control Failure" and "Electronic Braking System Failure" continue flashing for 10 seconds or sometimes constantly. Keeps happening to me on long trips away from home. Never locally. Gives the driver no idea if system is safe to drive or not. RAM forums on line are full of these complaints. I believe a recall is in order.

- Lexington Park , MD, USA

problem #1261

Jun 182024

2500

  • miles
My ABS/TRACTION CONTROL Electrical warning is coming on and shuts my cruise off. When driving at highway speeds and towing, this has caused me to swerve some and come close to be rear ended. I had the system replaced at 48000 miles for the problem and it is doing it again at 103000 miles. I can tap on the electrical motor on the system and get another week of use without warnings

- Bastrop, LA, USA

problem #1260

May 012024

2500

  • miles
1. My truck is randomly throwing a C0020-01 code. 2. When the code is active the traction control and cruise control are disabled abruptly causing a safety concern. 3. Using scan tool I have verified that this code is active. Have contacted Mopar and they suggested replacing the ABS module and /or the HPU for the ABS. 4. No, only self diagnostics. 5. Fist happened on or around May 1st, 2024. Warning message on the heads up displays "C0020-01 Active, ABS PUMP MOTOR CONTROL-GENERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE".

- Hattiesburg, MS, USA

problem #1259

Sep 022023

2500

  • miles
The ABS Light is on and my ABS braking system on my 2018 RAM 2500 doesn't work. I drive on icy roads for at least 6 months out of the year. I need to have the ABS working on my vehicle so I can stop on icy or wet roads and not cause an accident. I scanned the code C0020-01(ABS Pump Motor Control - General Electrical Failure) using my Innova 6100P scan tool. The problem first occurred on [XXX]. RAM wants over $1,000 to replace the defective component. Dishman Dodge/Ram in Spokane, WA has confirmed this problem with their scan tool. My 2018 RAM 2500 is available for inspection upon request. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Metaline, WA, USA

problem #1258

Jun 172024

2500

  • miles
2018 Ram 2500 diesel truck, ABS braking system was intermittent and now has stopped working all together affecting the cruise control and the ability to stop without locking up the brakes all together. This has started a couple of years ago and the dealer said everyone is having the problem and parts are hard to get.

- Cambridge, MN, USA

problem #1257

Oct 062023

2500

  • miles
ABS Service light flashes on after rainy days and or going over a bumpy road.

- Elmira , CA, USA

problem #1256

Dec 012023

2500

  • miles
The service electronic brake system light flashes intermittently, along with the traction control light and ABS light. Seems to occur when for no reason.

- Sperry, OK, USA

problem #1255

Jun 132024

2500

  • miles
ABS and Traction control light indicators on dash appeared intermittently. After diagnosing from the dealership, it is advised to changed the Antilock Brake System module. However, the dealership advised there is a block and that they must first change the Hydraulic control unit, although they say it is perfectly fine. While we have not had an accident (luckily) it appears there is an ongoing investigation and multiple lawsuits against Dodge/RAM/Chrysler for this systemic problem of faulty ABS on 2017-2018 Ram 2500/3500. My 2018 RAM 2500 only has 36,000 miles. This failure is premature and potentially very dangerous. The dealer could not advise whether my truck was safe to drive or not even if the indicator lights were off or on. I have not yet had the HCU replacement completed, however will have it completed next week. I am submitting this incident report as a pro-active report as this is a serious safety issue and one that is systemic across too many 2017-2018 Ram 2500. The manufacture is not allowing replacement of the ABS Module until the HCU is repaired which is an additional (Double) cost to the consumer.

- Livermore, CA, USA

problem #1254

Mar 112024

2500

  • miles
While driving while it was raining earlier this year, the abs/ anti lock braking system service initiated on the dashboard. It now acitivates intermittenly. During my investigation into the issue I've found that this is a persistent problem with the Ram 2500 /2018 year model and newer and that there is a class action lawsuit that has been filed. I used a OBD11 reader and it threw a code ( C0020-01 )

- Escondido, CA, USA

problem #1253

Jun 032024

2500

  • miles
Abs light comes on. Part is not available

- Schriever, LA, USA

problem #1252

Jun 032024

2500

  • miles
ABS lights flashing

- Oklahoma City, OK, USA

problem #1251

May 152024

2500

  • miles
The ABS light and traction control light comes on and off over and over again. When it is on, its seems to not work as well on slick surfaces. I have seen that there are numerous complaints of the same thing on these trucks. I have been told it is not under warranty by a dealer. Only 21,000 miles. I purchased the truck in 2019. I put a code reader on the truck and it came up with C0020-01. 1. ABS Pump Motor Control 2. Recirculation pump- General Electrical Failure. The truck is avalible for inspection.

- Joshua, TX, USA

problem #1250

Jun 112024

2500

  • miles
The ABS control module on my truck goes in and out from working to not working constantly dinging. Because of the ABS control module being defective it makes the traction control faulty as well which I have almost gotten in numerous car accidents at this point living in Florida with the rain and sliding all over the place. I have tried researching this and it is a huge problem with the 2018 RAM 2500 trucks. I have tried to reach out to dealerships and there is no solutions they just say that the part is on back order for months and there is nothing that can be done at this time due to the overwhelming demand with people experiencing the same issue.

- New Port Richey, FL, USA

problem #1249

Nov 302023

2500

  • miles
ABS and traction control light and electronic braking systems warning lights are on. The parts are not being produced by the manufacturer per them. This is a safety concern as these trucks pull heavy loads. This is a systemic issue with 2018-2019 RAM 2500 and 3500. The issue has been inspected by dealer and repair shop. ? Manufacturer is unresponsive to owners and dealers. There are currently 2 class action lawsuits on this matter.

- Fulshear, TX, USA

problem #1248

Jun 122024

2500

  • miles
Antilock Brake and Traction Control Warning Light comes on Intermittently while driving. Diagnostic Trouble Code C0020 - ABS Pump Motor Control: General Electrical Failure read with scan tool.

- Youngsville, LA, USA

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