10.0

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

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problem #907

Sep 022023

2500

  • miles
The -??Service anti-lock brakes-?? indicator comes on constantly. It is unknown whether there is a problem with the brakes. The replacement part is on back order and appears to be months behind

- Lebanon, TN, USA

problem #906

Oct 152023

2500

  • miles
ABS control module failure leading to loss of anti-lock brakes. The vehicle is available for inspection. Yes, the truck has become uncontrollable under emergency braking situations. Yes, the problem was confirmed by the dealer, but there is apparently no remedy available for at least another year. This is the second time the ABS/HCU module has failed. The first instance was fixed by the dealer in 2021. The vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others. The warning lamps first appeared when emergency braking. They are now intermittent, with no consistency as to whether the ABS system is active or not.

- Bradenton, FL, USA

problem #905

Oct 082023

2500

  • miles
My ABS module and HCU are acting up. Warning lights on dash keeping going on and off intermittently stating service Anti Lock Brake system and Service Electronic Braking System. Traction Control loss warning light accompanies these lights. I have had the module replaced twice already and still not working. Was told yesterday (Dec 07,2023) by warrant repair facility that there is a new upgraded part available and to file a complaint. These problems started in October of 2023.

- Granville, TN, USA

problem #904

Oct 012023

2500

  • miles
Warnings About Service Electronic Brake System. (ABS and Traction control lamps light), system audible pings. Issue where system continues to show, ping for this issue. RAM is aware of these issues and will not provide parts. Concerned about safety, brakes seem to work fine, just unsure.

- Mechanicsville, VA, USA

problem #903

Aug 012023

2500

  • miles
My ABS System has failed and will not operate whiteout changing the ABS Module and the Hydraulic Control Unit. These units are not available and when they are available fail again when install. Need a recall from Dodge on this issue.

- Sanger, TX, USA

problem #902

Sep 012023

2500

  • miles
ABS Module Failure. Truck is available for inspection upon request. The ABS Module Failure directly effects the safety of all occupants and other vehicles on the road if not able to stop as intended to. The problem is confirmed by a dealer. There were no warning lamps until the ABS Module failed and needs to be replaced. This is a standard issue that needs to be recalled.

- Merrimack, NH, USA

problem #901

Dec 042023

2500

  • miles
Abs module is out again. Second time in just over a year since I replaced it last time. This is an ongoing issue and numerous people locally are complaining, so national has to be thousands. Ram is aware of the issue but not fixing.

- Tallahassee , FL, USA

problem #900

Dec 052023

2500

  • miles
I just bought a 2018 ram 2500 tradesman yesterday and had the abs light came on today and stayed on. Read comments online and was advise to report this issue as a safety issue and possible class action law suit potential. Seems like many people have the same issue even with a barely use vehicle.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

problem #899

Dec 052023

2500

  • miles
My ABS module is faulty and there are no available replacements. RAM is aware of this issue when I called my dealership and they have no solution. The ABS is all screwed up and people are reporting this all over the internet. RAM needs to address this situation with their customers and fix the faulty ABS repair module.

- Tacoma, WA, USA

problem #898

Dec 012023

2500

  • miles
ABS light and traction control warning on dash. Truck has been in shop previously for the same issue. This causes my truck to lose cruise control at highway speeds and to not have traction control capabilities when driving on wet roads. I will be taking the truck back in to the shop this week as this is occurring at all times and does not stop dinging.

- Conroe, TX, USA

problem #897

Jun 302023

2500

  • miles
ABS/Traction Control Module failed. 2019-2021 trucks recalled but 2015-2018 trucks with same issue not recalled. Started having issues first in a rain storm towing 32 foot camper with family on board. Cost me $760 to repair at Montrose Jeep Dodge Ram in Kingsville, Ohio.

- Painesville, OH, USA

problem #896

Nov 152023

2500

  • miles
ABS and traction control intermittently shows a warning light. This may not happen at all while driving or it may happen a few times or constantly. When this happens it disables the cruise control without warning.

- Clover, SC, USA

problem #895

Nov 252023

2500

  • miles
Brake service message lights on. Many others with same problems

- Raceland , KY, USA

problem #894

Dec 012023

2500

  • miles
ABS and traction control lights are on, scanned and got code c002-01. Unsure if system is working. Verified by shop, needs a new hcu but none available to fix, no time line on when parts will be available.

- Merrimack, NH, USA

problem #893

Sep 212023

2500

  • miles
ABS and traction control light are intermittently flashing.

- Osteen, FL, USA

problem #892

Dec 012023

2500

  • miles
Abs and traction control not working, told it-??s the hcu due too problematic oem parts

- Decatur, IL, USA

problem #891

Mar 102021

2500

  • miles
Abs control module and pump have failed

- Kailua-Kona, HI, USA

problem #890

May 112022

2500

  • miles
The Asb light comes on when pushing the breaks and when hinting a bump it is hard to stop.

- Hinesville, GA, USA

problem #889

Jun 012023

2500

  • miles
Service electronic braking system on dash with ABS turned off. diesel shop informed me it is probably a failed ABS HCU. they said it is a common problem on these trucks

- Portage, IN, USA

problem #888

Jan 012022

2500

  • miles
ABS and Traction control lights on dash light up sporadically (dings on and off continuously) and cruise control suddenly turns off. No warning and can be completely random. This is part of the ABS pump control module issue commonly reported but no recall. Attempted to have it repaired, multiple parts have been tried (used and remanufactured, because not new parts are available.

- Braxton, MS, USA

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