10.0

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

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problem #410

Jan 112025

2500

  • miles
While operating vehicle the ABS and traction control lights would flash on and off and message service anti lock brake system. Then service electric brake system would flash and beep in message center. After flashing on and off multiple times the messages self cleared and lights went out. During this it is hard to control the truck. Cruise control not workiing either.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

problem #409

Jan 012025

2500

  • miles
Hydraulic brake unit failure. yes part is still available for inspection as it is still n the vehicle. I was driving to work at 21:30 hours on 1/1/2025 on a snow covered road. I gently applied the brakes and my truck went into a spin. I was going 25 mph. the abs unit failed and there was no pulsating in the brake pedal and rear brakes locked up sending the truck into an uncontrollable spin. my front left driver side of the vehicle then struck the jersey barrier and vehicle did continue to spin and then struck passenger rear side of the vehicle on the jersey barrier. currently has $17k in damages to the vehicle. I was not injured at the time but currently experiencing lower back pain. there was no lights or warnings on dash until immediately after the collision. I had the ABS HBU replaced a few months back and was told the new unit was part of the old stock and would most likely fail. which it did. unfortunately i am one of the people in this world who could not afford to not drive my vehicle as the truck was $70k new and i still am currently driving it due to not being able to afford to replace it of park it and rent a vehicle. The HBU has been a known issue in these trucks for the passed year and they just issued a recall on 12/08/2024. this problem was first noticed on 05/08/2024. was taken to dealer shortly afterward and was told that these are known to fail and currently no remedy to the issue. as of 01/07/2025 there is still no remedy or time on when parts are available for replacement.

- New Derry, PA, USA

problem #408

Dec 022024

2500

  • miles
The uconnect screen has de-laminated causing random messages and a beep. Must try to exit message while driving. This is distracting and unsafe while driving. The problem may go away after restarting vehicle. It is now happening every time I use the truck. Dealer has informed me that this a known problem, but no recall. Estimated cost to me to fix could be $1,000 to $2,000. Why is this not a safety recall?

- Shelton, WA, USA

problem #407

Dec 162024

2500

  • miles
HCU unit intermittently come On and off. Has the potential for loss of traction control and braking.

- Menifee , CA, USA

problem #406

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 #405

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 #404

Oct 022024

2500

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

- Eldred, PA, USA

problem #403

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 #402

Nov 082024

2500

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

- Glenburn, ME, USA

problem #401

Nov 102024

2500

  • miles
My truck has 85000 miles on it. I have now experienced the ABS and traction control warning lights. They come on and off intermittently. The cruise control does not work when these lights are on. With all the complaints, its time Ram issues a fix under a recall.

- 30753, Trion, Ga, GA, USA

problem #400

Nov 182024

2500

  • miles
Abs and traction control light goes on and off constantly. When the lights come on, traction control doesn't work, brakes don't worry as they should, and 4x4 doesn't work. Almost caused me to have a wreck in the rain with no traction control.

- Sheridan, AR, USA

problem #399

Nov 132024

2500

  • miles
My brakes locked up due to the abs pump not working.

- Pearl River, LA, USA

problem #398

Oct 312024

2500

  • miles
Hello, I have an Anti Lock Brakes electrical motor failure on my vehicle. The motor failed once at 20000 miles and failed again after a warranty replacement at 60000 miles. The part is on national back order for 2 years now and keeps the ABS from being fully engaged. It also disables cruise control and constantly dings. Two Dodge dealerships have confirmed the issue. The code is C0020-01

- Ormond Beach , FL, USA

problem #397

Dec 232022

2500

  • miles
ABS won't stay engaged causing traction control to not stay engaged and causes cruise control to not stay engaged. Skidding and loss of control are possible without ABS and traction control systems working. Loss of cruise control can cause rear impact from sudden slow down. Same problems are occurring in similar vehicles. Console chimes and ABS and traction control indicator lights come on. Message to service ABS system appears on console.

- Coopersville , MI, USA

problem #396

Nov 012023

2500

  • miles
often experience noticeable braking issues. illumination of the ABS or brake warning light on the dashboard, indicating a problem with the anti-lock braking system. difficulty maintaining proper braking pressure, especially in emergency braking situations or on slippery surfaces, where the ABS should engage. As a result, the vehicle's stopping distance increases, and I have noticed a lack of control during hard braking. In some cases, the brakes feel soft or spongy due to improper hydraulic pressure regulation. Additionally, intermittent or complete loss of ABS functionality has occurred, leading to less stable braking performance.

- Portage, IN, USA

problem #395

Oct 102024

2500

  • miles
The ABS Light along with the EBS light were popping up on the dash every 2-3 seconds. My cruise control quit working. The truck is steadily dinging. I am sure the ABS will not function when this light is on. I am worried the truck will not handle well on wet roads. I have a [XXX] and a [XXX]. Please help me resolve this issue. The code I am getting is C0020 INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

- Silsbee, TX, USA

problem #394

Sep 072024

2500

  • miles
Driving down the road and the radio randomly changes stations or turns on heated seat or heated steering wheel. It just depends what screen the radio is on.

- Waterville, WA, USA

problem #393

Mar 122024

2500

  • miles
The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) Traction Control warning light and warning bell comes on after hitting bump in road or just randomly. Anti-lock brakes no longer work and it is a safety hazard. this issue back at about 78,000 miles. This is an ongoing safety problem with Ram 2500's and there is no recall by the manufacturer for a known defective part.

- Tolland, CT, USA

problem #392

Sep 012024

2500

  • miles
The ABS and traction control light flash and sound repeatedly. As well as loss of trailer brake control. This is the second time the vehicle has done this. The first time I fixed it as Fam said it wasn-??t covered by the warranty. I replaced the ABS module and HCU on my own dime. This is a major safety concern and should be treated as such.

- Beaufort, SC, USA

problem #391

Nov 072024

2500

  • miles
ABS and traction control module defect. Dealer says repair not a recall.

- New Iberia, LA, USA

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