2018 Ram 2500: brake failure

Filed Sep 30, 2026 · Brakes · 50,000 miles · TN · crash

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to properly respond and the braking distance became extended, causing the vehicle to crash into the rear of the vehicle ahead. Additionally, the brake pedal was fully depressed and went to the floorboard, but the brakes failed to respond as needed. The vehicle was towed from the scene. A Police report was filed. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); and associated the failure with the recall. However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

Filed Sep 17, 2026 · Brakes · 111,214 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part for the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time to repair the vehicle. The contact stated that the ABS, Electronic Braking, and Traction Control alarms sounded, and the warning lights were displayed. The failure was intermittent. While driving approximately 45 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the brakes activated and then suddenly released, and the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The contact pulled off the road onto a nearby field of grass and came to a complete stop. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact spoke with another dealer, Sharp Motor Company Inc (1516 W College St, Pulaski, TN 38478), and confirmed that the remedy was not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 111,214.

Filed Aug 19, 2026 · Brakes · IN

My 2018 2500 Ram trucks ABS warning light "ABS system needs maintenance" is activating intermittently. I took the truck for maintenance and was told that there is a recall on the defective part (Recall C4B) since end of 2024, with the only remedy being to replace this defective part failure with the same defective part, installed at my cost of between $1200 to $2500. Twenty months into this recall, I have 4 alternatives: 1. Pay to have a defective part installed which will eventually fail again. 2. Drive the truck taking a chance that the recalled part or newly installed recalled part will not fail, OR crash because the part has a complete failure (without notice) and have no brakes when needed to stop my vehicle. 3. Park my truck and not drive it. 4. Spend tens of thousands of dollars by either trading it in or selling it and purchasing a vehicle which is safe to drive. All of the above choices except #2 create a financial hardship in one way or another and choice #2 could be life ending for me and whomever I hit when I have no brakes without notice. Please help me understand how this dangerous and potentially life-threatening recall has not been escalated by the federal safety agency to FCA as a high-priority emergency in the last 20 months to get a timely remedy from FCA and to start repairing this dangerous situation. This is America, we are better than this. FCA needs to be held accountable by the federal safety agency to protect the consumer from these non-compliant manufacturers. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jun 9, 2026 · Brakes · PA

In January of 2025 I received a letter for a recall with no remedy for the Hydrualic Brake Control Unit that is susceptible to failure or malfunction which may result in a reduction or change of Anti-Lock Brake System ("ABS")/Electronic Stability Control ("ESC") /Traction Control performance. A failing HCU will initially result in the intermittent loss of ABS/Traction control progressing to permanent loss. I have reached out to FCA numerous times over the last year and a half with no information received. I have reached out to the local RAM dealer, they stated they have a repair for the vehicle but I would not be able to claim it under the recall as there is no remedy. I am told by FCA that brake failure is possible putting my safety and my family's safety at risk. Vehicle has not been inspected by anyone other than myself. While operating vehicle, warning lamps will illuminate an audible sound will alarm, and then the system will clear. This will happen numerous times over and over and over while driving. These symptoms began February of 2025.

Filed May 1, 2026 · Brakes · KY

I am reporting a serious safety issue involving my 2018 Ram 2500 equipped with a Cummins 6.7 diesel engine. The vehicle is experiencing dangerous and intermittent brake failure. Symptoms include: * Brake pedal dropping to the floor during sudden braking * Temporary improvement when pumping the brakes * Vehicle pulling to one side under braking This condition creates a high risk of collision and makes the vehicle unsafe to operate. I have confirmed with the dealership that this issue is associated with an active safety recall involving the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU). However, I have been informed that there is currently no available remedy and no timeline for repair. As a result: * The vehicle is unsafe and effectively unusable * I am without safe transportation * The manufacturer has not provided a solution I am requesting that the federal safety agency review this situation, as it appears vehicles with this recall are remaining on the road without a fix for a critical safety system. Given the nature of brake system failure, I believe this issue presents a serious risk to public safety and warrants immediate attention.

Filed Apr 7, 2026 · Brakes · NC

We have been on a waiting list for a recall repair for over a year related to the antilock braking system. This is a safety issue and it is unacceptable to not be repaired as the issue can cause brake failure which can result is collisions which may cause injury and or fatalities.

Filed Mar 13, 2026 · Brakes · CA

Recently, I experienced a dangerous incident that I believe is directly related to this unresolved recall. While driving my vehicle and towing my RV, I attempted to stop at a red light and experienced what can only be described as brake failure. The vehicle did not respond as expected when braking, and I was pushed through the intersection because I had little to no braking capability. This situation nearly resulted in a serious collision. Fortunately, I was able to avoid a collision. I was first notified of this recall nearly two years ago. Since that time, I have attempted approximately eight to nine times to contact my dealership to obtain the necessary repair or an appropriate remedy. Despite these repeated attempts, the recall has not been resolved.

Filed Feb 20, 2026 · Brakes · 37,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The trailer brakes failed, and the contact no longer used the vehicle to haul the trailer, and the cruise control failed to activate as needed. While depressing the brake pedal, the wheels locked up, and the ABS failure caused the vehicle to shudder, causing the braking distance to become extended. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts for the repair was not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available for the repair. The manufacturer gave permission for the dealer to repair the vehicle; however, the dealer refused to repair the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 37,000.

Filed Feb 19, 2026 · Brakes · 30,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving in the rain at 60 MPH, the brakes failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the vehicle in front stopped suddenly, and the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to immediately stop. The contact veered to the side to avoid a crash. The traction control warning light illuminated, and the message "ABS Service Required" was displayed. The contact stated that the failure had become worse. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated, and several audible alarms sounded. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000.

Filed Feb 1, 2026 · Acceleration, Brakes · OR

CB4 Recall Some (2017-2018 MY Ram xxx) vehicles may have been built with a brake hydraulic control unit ("HCU") that is susceptible to failure or malfunction which may result in a reduction or change of Anti-Lock Brake System ("ABS")/Electronic Stability Control ("ESC") /Traction Control performance. A failing HCU will initially result in the intermittent loss of ABS/Traction control progressing to permanent loss. Been dealing with this issue since the recall got initiated back in November 2024. I call Mopar every month to check on the status and still no parts available. I haven't had any brake failures in my truck or scares, but whoever has this issue has to understand how annoying the constant chime is. Can't use cruise control and worst thing is if you are considering selling your truck outside of a Ram dealer, they won't take it in because of the open recall and privately, who would really consider buying a truck with this issue. My fear is that Mopar (Stellantis) is just putting this in the backburner with no plans on fixing it.

Filed Dec 9, 2025 · Brakes · 41,000 miles · IA

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle and driving at an undisclosed speed while hauling a trailer, the traction control and ABS warning lights illuminated with the messages "ABS Electronic Brake Failure" and "Electronic Brake Failure" displayed, and the ABS audible chime. Additionally, the brake pedal went to the floorboard while depressed, and the brakes made an abnormal sound. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who retrieved DTC: C2200-49 (Anti-lock Brake (ABS) Module) and C0020-01 (ABS pump motor control). The dealer and a second dealer, Granger Motors (1708 Sycamore St, Granger, IA 50109), were made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.

Filed Oct 2, 2025 · Brakes · 172,000 miles · AR

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that after receiving the recall notification, the ABS and traction control warning lights intermittently flashed on the instrument panel, and the cruise control failed to operate as needed while the warning lights were illuminated. Over time, the contact stated that the warning light failure occurred more frequently. The contact then stated that while driving 50 MPH and hauling a utility trailer, the contact depressed the brake pedal, and the vehicle started to slide. The contact was able to avoid crashing into the vehicle ahead despite the brake failure. The contact stated that the ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated during the failure. Two dealers were notified of the failure, and both informed the contact that due to parts for the recall not being available, the contact had to pay out of pocket for the repair and submit a reimbursement claim. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 172,000.