10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
15 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
695 miles

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problem #1558

Nov 132024

2500

  • miles
My trucks braking systems hydraulic control unit (HCU) is Malfunctioning. It goes in and out of service while driving and two warning lights and a buzzer will sound on and off. This part was replaced during the 3/36 warranty and again when out of warranty for two replacements before 71k miles. Now for the third time it-??s malfunctioning at 111k miles. I failed to convince Ram to replace it for the third time under warranty and was denied. I was told the part and the truck is out of warranty and will be an out of pocket expense to repair. I feel the dealer installed a known faulty part and Ram should replace it with the new corrected part number at no cost.

- Hiawassee, GA, USA

problem #1557

Nov 302024

2500

  • miles
ABS and HCU code along with sloppy brakes. With all the brake problems with these trucks - why no safety recall made yet ? [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Eagle River, AK, USA

problem #1556

Nov 292024

2500

  • miles
Abs module needs replacement,

- Allenton , MI, USA

problem #1555

Nov 142024

2500

  • miles
ABS and Traction Control lights come on intermitenetly and loss of cruise control. Says service ABS Control System. This is a very common issue and something that could easily cause a major accident in not ideal situations if not resolved quickly. The dealership has inspected it and confirmed the ABS Module is the culprit. This is obviously something that is common and should be investigated more.

- Parkersburg, WV, USA

problem #1554

Nov 282024

2500

  • miles
Service anti brake system coming on intermittently when hit bumps and sometimes not even when hitting bumps just driving smooth.

- Lewisville, TX, USA

problem #1553

Nov 012024

2500

  • miles
Had to replace HCU/ABS module July 2021 due to failure and abs/traction control lights illuminated fault code C0020. Now November 2024 i am having the same problem with the HCU/ABS module abs/traction control lights intermittently illuminated with fault code C0020. In process of locating new module and scheduling for repair.

- Granbury , TX, USA

problem #1552

Nov 252024

2500

  • miles
Had my abs replaced once already with around 20k now has 57k and my light is back

- Shelton, WA, USA

problem #1551

Oct 022024

2500

  • miles
Abs service abs lights come on with traction lights keep flashing and ringing.

- Eldred, PA, USA

problem #1550

Nov 012023

2500

  • miles
ABS Control module failure. My ABS warning lights started flashing last year and I spent $1500 to replace the ABS Control module 68143491AA. We are now about 6 to 8 months and it has failed again. This is a severe safety issue as I do a lot of traveling and towing. The ABS system is vital for the safety of my family and I.

- Ottawa Lake, MI, USA

problem #1549

Nov 042024

2500

  • miles
C0020-01-ABS PUMP MOTOR CONTROL - GENERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE continues to come up in my vehicle each time a bump in the road is hit. I am very concerned that this will cause intermittent or permanent loss of braking performance while driving and potentially endangering myself and other motorists. There are numerous complaints about this same issue on the internet with these model year trucks and FCA should be doing something about this inherent risk.

- Lafayette, LA, USA

problem #1548

Nov 232024

2500

  • miles
ABS warning keeps flashing intermittently. The HCU module apparently has issues. Took vehicle back for another recall issue and they told me to watch it and if I pulled trailers to bring it in. Apparently, dealers are aware this is an issue and research showed me that a recall Is possible so I am reporting the issue.

- Bryan, TX, USA

problem #1547

Jun 242024

2500

  • miles
The abs and electrical brake system lights stay on. I-??m worried that this will affect the functioning of the brake system. I-??ve read many posts on forums about this happening to other people. It sounds like a manufacturer defect. I have not brought it to the dealer yet because the cost of repair sounds like a lot of money.

- Burnt Hills, NY, USA

problem #1546

Nov 012024

2500

  • miles
ABS and traction lights going off and on daily. Dealership has no parts and unable to fix problems

- Newport, NC, USA

problem #1545

Nov 042024

2500

  • miles
Anti-lock brake hydraulic controller failure

- South Chesterfield, VA, USA

problem #1544

Jul 152024

2500

  • miles
Anti-lock brake and Traction Control System warning lights flashing on and off intermittently It is available for inspection Problem has been reported Safety at risk due to anti lock brake system failure Vehicle has not been inspected Warning lights are intermittent

- Naalehu , HI, USA

problem #1543

Oct 152024

2500

  • miles
ABS control module is out, code c0020-01 I know 3 other people with the same issue. It is a widespread problem with these rams. Especially in the 2017-2018 years. How can there be a widespread issue like this and there not be a safety recall, seems like an issue with the brake system would be recalled quickly.

- Columbia, TN, USA

problem #1542

Oct 132024

2500

  • miles
ABS System. It is available for inspection. On my 2018 Ram 2500 HD 6.7 Cummins Big Horn the ABS warning lights start flashing and warning alarm will start beeping. This is intermittent, but lately much more constant. The big safety issue is when I'm trailering and the ABS system flashes I lose my trailer braking ability. Also, if I'm on cruise control and the warning light comes on, it drops out of cruise control.

- Fort Pierce, FL, USA

problem #1541

Nov 082024

2500

  • miles
abs and traction control lights and alarms come on and off at very random times

- Glenburn, ME, USA

problem #1540

Nov 042024

2500

  • miles
ABS and Traction Control light flashes on and off constantly. Dealer replaced the ABS module while the truck was under warranty, it fixed the truck for around 30 thousand miles. The truck is doing it again and now has no warranty.

- Sheffield, AL, USA

problem #1539

Oct 202024

2500

  • miles
ABS warning light flashes then Traction Control will flash with a bing-bong noise. Now a few days later the 2 lights come on at startup and stay on. Bing -Bong noise is intermittent. Cruise Control will no longer engage. Model 2018 2500 Laramie crew cab with 122K miles. My concern is braking when pulling my 5th wheel. I think there is an investigation working right now. Investigation: PE 22-012

- Duncan, OK, USA

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