10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
1,576 miles

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problem #290

Jan 022024

2500

  • miles
The ABS/EBS errors lights comes on and cruise control won't work. Did some research online seems like a common problem. Hoping to see a recall by Ram.

- Smithville, MO, USA

problem #289

Jan 102024

2500

  • miles
The anti-lock braking system, traction control and speed control system continue to flash on and off. While driving here in Huntsville, Alabama it snowed and my braking system failed causing me to nearly crash.

- Gurley, AL, USA

problem #288

Mar 192024

2500

  • miles
My 2018 RAM 2500 has 30,176 miles on it. Two years ago the HCU and module controlling the ABS system failed and was replaced. When the system fails numerous lights and warning chimes activate and the cruise control stops working. The system has failed again and the dealer tells me it will take 45+ days to get the parts necessary to repair the ABS system. After researching online I discovered an open class action lawsuit against FCA for this problem. I also discovered that this is a common problem with 2500 and 3500 RAM trucks after reading owner forum sites but so far no recall has been issued by NTHSA. This is a major safety issue for owners and needs to be fixed.

- Hendersonville, NC, USA

problem #287

Nov 232023

2500

  • miles
Abs light and traction control lights went off causing the truck to throw C0020-01 error. Dealer suggested replacing HCU and ABS MODULE

- Lebanon, OH, USA

problem #286

Feb 152024

2500

  • miles
The ABS service light keeps coming on and beeping. It will go off after a little while but then returns intermittantly while driving. Apparently this is a known problem and should be a recall. Many owners are wasting thousands of dollars for repairs that should be covered by a recall.

- Adams, TN, USA

problem #285

Aug 112023

2500

  • miles
The component or system that is failing or malfunction is the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) and ABS module. The malfunction is turning off my ABS and TCS system, making the vehicle unsafe to drive. Also the ABS and TCS dash lights are constantly dinging and going off and on distracting me while I'm driving. This issue is well know with the dealer. Here is a TBS from 2020: RAM TSB S2005000004 The vehicle has been inspected and and the ABS module was already replaced, but didn't fix the issue. This has been happening since I bought the truck.

- Burlington, NC, USA

problem #284

Mar 102024

2500

  • miles
My truck has right at 80,000 miles. Every so often I get two dash lights. One is ABS service and anti skid warning. They randomly show up. They pop up very quickly then go away. But it happens non stop. I have done some research and it seems that there is thousands of people with the same truck and year model with this same issue. I went to the dealer in Seguin, Tx and they told me that there was really nothing I could do to fix the issue, unless I wanted to wait eight months. But the new part rarely last. They flat out told me to not follow any one too close because hard braking could fail without anti skid working properly. RAM needs to make this right. I can-??t believe that there has been this many people complain about a serious safety concern and nothing has been done.

- Nixon, TX, USA

problem #283

Feb 232024

2500

  • miles
Warning light to service the Electronic Braking System came on. Has been intermittent since. Contacted dealer and the HCU needs replacing. Vehicle is under mfg extended warranty. They claim part not covered. There are hundreds of complaints about this along with a class action lawsuit filed last year in CA. Brakes may fail without repair. 4WD will not engage since warning light came on. Lawsuit alleges Chrysler knew of this defect before selling. I have scheduled a replacement of the unit for 3/1/2024

- Malakoff, TX, USA

problem #282

Apr 072023

2500

  • miles
The truck last year started flashing the ABS and traction control lights. On the screen it says I have to service my braking system. As soon as that warning comes on, I lose traction control and it-??s awful to dry in snowy or wet conditions. The truck just hit 28 thousand miles. I contacted the Ram dealership and they are aware of the issue but stated there is no recall so they-??re not addressing the issue.

- Lafayette, OR, USA

problem #281

Feb 062024

2500

  • miles
The abs/traction control message goes off intermittently. The truck dings and beeps from the dash with a message that says -??service abs-??. This is a known issue with this yr/make truck.

- Fallbrook, CA, USA

problem #280

Feb 242024

2500

  • miles
Service electronic brake system code came up. Brought it to the shop and they said it-??s a known issue with this year model and ram is aware. Told me it-??s a $2500 fix. I feel that a safety issue that is know and I had to fix myself is not fair in its self not safe!

- Aliquippa, PA, USA

problem #279

Jan 102024

2500

  • miles
Abs General Electric failure. I don-??t have traction control or abs and I live in the mountains where these systems are necessary. Very unsafe and parts aren-??t expected till June 2024

- Chestertown, NY, USA

problem #278

Oct 232023

2500

  • miles
The truck constantly has an ABS Module and Stability control failure/ code turning on and off causing the ABS/ Cruise Control/ Traction control to no longer function. Research shows that the ABS Module and Hydraulic control unit need to be replaced and programmed by a dealership and parts are nearly impossible to find

- Clarksville, TN, USA

problem #277

Jun 242023

2500

  • miles
ABS and EBS warnings, traction control warnings repeatedly turning in and off. Code - C0020-01. Cruise control inop when lights/chimes are going. This has been going on for nearly 8 months.

- Perry, GA, USA

problem #276

Oct 062022

2500

  • miles
Service Antilock Brake System Service Electronic Braking System Illuminated warning lamps. Impacts Braking and cruise control. Started 10/2022, and appears to trigger randomly and frequently.

- Harvest, AL, USA

problem #275

Dec 012023

2500

  • miles
I have been having antilock braking system and electronic braking alerts come on the dash of my 2018 Ram 2500 for a couple months now. I have tried to have it repaired at the Pohanka Ram in Salisbury, MD in which I was told that the ABS module and HCU unit were under "engineering review" and all parts would not be released to repair. I also confirmed with the Lakewood Dodge Dealership in Seaford, DE and IG Burton Ram in Georgetown, DE. All 3 dealership report the same issue that RAM will not release the parts for repair. I have a truck that is an obvious risk on the road, and will not pass Delaware motor vehicle inspection in March when my tags end. I have seen that there is a class action lawsuit and a huge amount on owners reporting to this agency. This is huge issue and is affecting a large amount of people that own 2017 and 2018 Ram trucks.

- Laurel, DE, USA

problem #274

Jan 012023

2500

  • miles
Hcu, hydraulic control unit, no abs, no traction control, no cruise, no 4x4 and emergency brake light on won-??t go off and part is not available been waiting for over a year and a half

- Odessa, TX, USA

problem #273

Jul 052023

2500

  • miles
The truck flashes service antilock brake system, service eletronic brake system. It cancels the cruise control on truck. On several occassions it shuts off cruise while on the interstate. You have to react very quickly to avoid having an accident. A couple of times its happened while pulling a travel trailer and nearly got rear ended by semi truck. Thats really scarey. It started about 8 months ago. Have contacted dealer and was told by service department that they know of about 2000 trucks has same issue. The parts are out of stock and back ordered. I think this is a real safty issue. Dont know what to do about this.

- Danville, VA, USA

problem #272

Feb 062024

2500

  • miles
Got in my truck one day and my ABS and Traction Control Lights both came on, as well as a notification in my central dash advising to service electronic brake system. At first the lights where intermittent and random. I could start the truck and the lights would be off. Apply the brakes to put in gear and the lights would come on. Drive down the driveway and a bump would turn them back on and pressing the brakes would turn them off. Now the lights stay on permanently. The ABS error code I got was C002001, or ABS pump general electric failure. I called several local mechanic shops and they reported to me that this is a known issue, parts are on backorder. I called the dealership, was advised the same with the addition that Dodge/Fiat, not only new about the issue, but changed upgraded the part and gave me the new part number, which is also on back order. Knowing this vehicle is a diesel and is designed for towing, which is why I bought it, to pull my trailers and equipment, the brake system is vital to stopping the vehicle for my safety and everyone around on the road. If this is a know issue across the nation, this needs to be addressed.

- Waldorf, MD, USA

problem #271

Feb 012022

2500

  • miles
This vehicle has faulty or defective ABS braking system. The warning lights and warning chimes have been constantly going off for approx. 2 years. The Dodge/Ram dealerships admits that this is an industry wide defect with 2017 and 2018 Ram 2500 trucks, but say they have no parts to correct the problem. Their suggestion to me was to buy a new truck which is not acceptable or affordable. This was identified by both the dealership and Chrysler as being a safety issue with no resolution from Chrysler or dealer. I use vehicle to transport my grandchildren and livestock and truly doubt my ability to operate safely without the Federally required working ABS system. This is truly a safety issue and an immediate recall is necessary. Ram/Chrysler will not correct issue without recall. I am limited on the use of my vehicle but have no choice as it is my only transportation, thank you.

- Kendalia, TX, USA

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