10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
333 miles

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problem #16

Sep 012021

3500

  • miles
Service ABS light intermittent flashing and error code when checked. ABS is a safety issue that SHOULD not be defective at 40K miles. The ABS does NOT always work in inclement conditions such as rain, snow. When towing a 15K lb fifth wheel ram should FIX these issues as seen on many online communities

- Crestwood, KY, USA

problem #15

Apr 022022

3500

  • miles
Service electronic brake system with the traction control light lit. Seems to be a common occurrence

- Matthews, NC, USA

problem #14

Apr 102022

3500

  • miles
Ram has issued a service bulletin to replace the ABS control module on 2018 Ram 2500 and 3500. This needs to be a recall as Ram is forcing customers to pay out of pocket or drive a vehicle without functioning ABS.

- Ramona, CA, USA

problem #13

Mar 162022

3500

  • miles
My ABS system has been experiencing intermittent failure, warning light comes on vehicle loses abs Also can-??t align front end due to previous recall where dealership welded tie rod adjusting sleeve due to defect in lock nuts. Now vehicle eating front tires. How can a permanent fix remove a necessary adjustment. I understand welding as a temporary fix, until parts available to correct original factory defect. This is ridiculous

- Ringgold , GA, USA

problem #12

Mar 132022

3500

  • miles
2008 RAM 3500 Laramie Longhorn with 20,000 miles flashing warning messages on front display repeatedly reading : "Service Antilock Breaking System" and "Service Electronic Break System". I am not sure why is doing this. I researched on the internet and it looks like its a common issue and several individuals had broght trucks in to replace parts and systems. I believe the parts replaced in those instances were: 68437098AB- Module Anti Lock Brake System, 68143491AA- Control Anti Lock Brake System. My truck still under full warranty.

- Lexington, SC, USA

problem #11

Nov 012021

3500

  • miles
ABS pump module failed with vehicle under 25K miles. Pump failed prematurely and failed while I was driving, disabling my ABS brakes. The ABS lights and check engine light did light up, it has since been replaced and there is no recall on this issue. Seems to be a common issue with FIAT Chrysler cars.

- Lompoc, CA, USA

problem #10

Jan 042022

3500

  • miles
The abs system started malfunctioning after driving through heavy rain. Seems to be worse after the truck has warmed up. I have searched this problem and believe this should be a recall. How long before someone gets hurt or dies because of this problem?

- Havana, FL, USA

problem #9

Dec 202021

3500

  • miles
Intermittent Antilock Brake Sysyem and Service Electronic Braking System warnings. Vehicle has 49,500 miles. There is a STAR service bulletin issued,

- Ringgold, GA, USA

problem #8

Oct 032021

3500

  • miles
At 40000 miles my service brake light has come on. This a bad HCU and according to multiple site is on thousands of HD trucks Cost to repair is 1500 fo a safety piece of equipment I ha replace 400 in sensors already and now unless our a Ram dealer you cannot buy he piece to replace

- Crestwood , KY, USA

problem #7

Aug 012021

3500

  • miles
The abs system has failed on my truck and many more possibly by a dealer defect and no recall as of now. When the abs warning light comes on it also puts up a warning light for the electronic braking system and you aren-??t allowed after that to set the cruise. Anytime you hit a bump or turn the wheels or just randomly at any given time the lights come up on the dash and it chimes which will drive anyone nuts. With the electronic braking system not functioning properly could potentially lock the brakes up on the truck in my opinion knowing how it functions. Which in my opinion is a safety hazard. Also I might add that taking my vehicle to my local dealership is a complete waste of time as the diesel mechanic up there is terrible at his job. He has misdiagnosed two of my trucks and I believe he had something to do with a transmission going out in one. He -??fixed-?? it then 3000 miles later the transmission completely destroyed itself which made me have to trade the truck in. Also the traction control system does not function when the abs light is on. In doing research I have found many many people with this same problem.

- Vicksburg, MS, USA

problem #6

Aug 072021

3500

  • miles
The abs and tc lights came on and beeped. The message board said service abs. The brake pedal became spongy and unresponsive. I called a dealership and they stated they have changed a bunch of hydraulic brake pumps on the ram pickup especially this year model. I asked is this a safety problem? After hesitation he said yes. My other ram is doing the same thing and I know of another 2018 a friend had changed at 10,000 miles.

- Denison , TX, USA

problem #5

Aug 272020

3500

  • 29,000 miles
ABS light coming on and going off while driving.

- Andalusia, AL, USA

problem #4

Jul 312020

3500

  • 55,000 miles
Flashing ABS and traction control lights while in motion at random times and when applying brakes

- Wetumpka, AL, USA

problem #3

Dec 012018

3500

  • 5,000 miles
The brakes are very soft and the truck leans on the drivers side. Drivers side rear sits 1 inch lower and the front drivers side is 1/2 lower this leaning issue causes the truck to handle different when turning right while driving.

- Port Charlotte, FL, USA

problem #2

Feb 212019

3500

  • 1,000 miles
Integrated brake system for towing trailers (itbs) does not work. Safety hazard as the truck can not stop the 150000 pound 29T arctic fox 5th wheel. After 4 attempts Dodge gave up and said the itbs works as designed. The 5th wheel was certified that the brakes work with other tow vehicles. Not with our Ram 3500 which is rated to tow 22000 pounds which is a safety hazard. We are unable to stop the trailer in an emergency or uner normal driving conditions using the itbs.

- El Dorado Hills, CA, USA

problem #1

Aug 072018

3500 6-cyl

  • 5,000 miles
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle accelerated when the brake pedal was depressed. In addition, the hill assist warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to lander mclarty Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram (6533 university dr nw, huntsville, al) where it was diagnosed that there was an open circuit in the brake lamp switch that needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 5,000. Consumer stated there are no more problems.

- Summerfield, FL, USA