The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the ABS and ESC warning lights illuminated, and an audible chime sounded. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but had gradually become a recurring failure. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact had attempted over the course of 8 months to set a recall appointment but was advised by the dealer that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
2018 Ram 2500 brakes complaints
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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 the ABS, the electronic brake control, and the traction control warning lights were illuminated, causing the cruise control feature to unintendedly disengage while driving. Additionally, an alarm indicating a failure was heard. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The failure mileage was approximately 28,000.
First, I was not involved in an incident or accident with my vehicle. My concern is for my safety in the future while driving this vehicle. My RAM 2500 Power Wagon has a safety recall C4B/the federal safety agency 24V‑896 for the brake system but there are no parts available to fix it. I currently have an ABS caution light with a "Service Electronic Braking System" and "Service Automatic Braking System" that constantly flashes and dings at random. I took my vehicle in to my local dealership and they told me there are no parts available and they were unable to fix the ongoing problem. I asked if my vehicle was safe to drive and they told me they cannot legally tell me if it is safe or not. There is no way forward to fix my vehicle and I haven't received any information other than "we are waiting on parts". With this being a safety issue, I would expect a loaner vehicle of a similar make and model. I do not feel it is safe to continue to drive my truck with these warning lights associated with an active safety recall. I am looking for advice or some help with this issue.
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS and ESC warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that there was an audible chime sounding with the message "Service Brakes Soon" displayed. The contact stated that while driving with the cruise control activated, the cruise control unintendedly disengaged. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent, but the chime was overriding the volume of the radio. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the HCU needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that a year later, the HCU failed again; however, the dealer where the vehicle was taken for service stated that the part was unavailable. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 54,000.
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, or while the vehicle was in park(P), the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that he was cautious due to concerns with the ABS and traction control not working properly in inclement weather, and while slowing down. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 128,000.
Antilock braking system and stability control. Can’t use cruise conteol
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 at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the brakes. The ABS warning light illuminated, and the traction control turned off independently. The cruise control failed to function as intended. In addition, during the failure, the contact was unable to shift into 4WD. The vehicle was taken to Firestone, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the brake hydraulic control unit had failed. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
The contact's son owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while her son was driving 20 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle started to shake abnormally. The check engine light turned on and then went off. The owner received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact called an unknown local dealer and was informed that parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the failure was not duplicated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact later received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer should have already provided the recall repair. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.
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 the ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated, and the cruise control mode was inoperable. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 30 MPH and coming to stop, the vehicle slid. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. 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 failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Abs hydraulic control unit defective dealer and manufacturer have failed to produce replacement parts it’s been over 2 years
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failed ABS module and ABS pump. The contact was informed that the failure was due to the unrepaired recall. The contact had received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, parts were not yet available. The contact expressed a fear of driving the vehicle because of the failure and the unrepaired recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The contact stated that the parts had been unavailable for more than a year. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.
•Side curtain airbag malfunction front driver's side. The truck has a warning light for the airbag and the computer diagnostics says it is a side airbag malfunction. The vehicle is well kept and has not been damaged. Mopar does not lost this malfunction and recall as included in my VIN •Cruise control malfunction The cruise control sporadically does not turn on when the button is pressed. The button may need to be pressed a dozen times before it activates and cruise control is available to be set for a given speed and then engaged. This has occurred since purchase brand new at the original dealership at less than 25 miles on odometer. Mopar does not list this malfunction/recall for my VIN. •Hydraulic Control Unit recall difficulties. The dealership has stated multiple times it has no replacement parts to do the recall repair covered under the federal safety agency Recall # 24V‑896.
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 at various speeds, the check engine warning light and ABS warning light illuminated, and an alarm sounded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the HCU had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 185,000.
While operating my 2018 Ram 2500, the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) failed suddenly and completely, causing the loss of: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Traction Control This failure occurred without warning, creating an immediate risk of accident. The dashboard illuminated warning lights indicating system failure. The most recent diagnostic, performed by Einspahr Auto in Brookings, SD confirmed that the HCU requires replacement. Previous incidents with the vehicle involved intermittent failures of the same systems, indicating a persistent and unresolved safety defect. The dealer has not indicated when a permanent fix will be available. Due to the ongoing safety risk and extended timeline for repair, I am requesting a manufacturer buyback at this time. Stellantis has not provided any acceptable fix which does not impose financial hardship while the vehicle remains unsafe. Impact / Safety Concern: -The vehicle cannot be safely driven. -Significant risk of injury or property damage due to failure of critical braking and stability systems. Requested Action: I request federal oversight and that Stellantis provide a permanent remedy, including: -Manufacturer Buyback – Repurchase of my current 2018 Ram 2500 at 120% of the current market value; or -Manufacturer Replacement – A comparable vehicle with no unremedied recalls, free of the defect, and without additional cost Legal Assertion: I am submitting this complaint in good faith under 49 U.S.C. §30166 and related federal safety defect statutes. Service Diagnostic Link: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
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 the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). The contact stated that the local dealer was contacted; however, parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted for a timeframe on parts availability. The contact had not experienced a failure.
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 ABS and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, who related the failure to the recall; however, parts were not yet available. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer, Sterling Heights Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram (40111 Van Dyke Ave, Sterling Heights, MI 48313) for a second opinion. The contact was informed that the drag link needed to be replaced and a front-end alignment was required, and the drag link needed to be unwelded from a prior recall repair. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired under the recall on the VIN. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 125,000.
While operating my 2018 Ram 2500, the Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) failed suddenly and completely, causing the loss of: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Traction Control This failure occurred without warning, creating an immediate risk of accident. The dashboard illuminated warning lights indicating system failure. The most recent diagnostic, performed on 8/19/2025 at Haley Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, confirmed that the HCU requires replacement. Previous incidents with the vehicle involved intermittent failures of the same systems, indicating a persistent and unresolved safety defect. The dealer has indicated that a permanent fix may not be available until late March 2026. Due to the ongoing safety risk and extended timeline for repair, I am requesting a manufacturer buyback at this time. Stellantis has not provided rental coverage upfront, requiring that I pay for a rental vehicle and submit reimbursement, which imposes financial hardship while the vehicle remains unsafe. Impact / Safety Concern: -The vehicle cannot be safely driven. -Significant risk of injury or property damage due to failure of critical braking and stability systems. Requested Action: I request federal oversight and that Stellantis provide a permanent remedy, including: -Manufacturer Buyback – Repurchase of my current 2018 Ram 2500 at 120% of the current market value; or -Manufacturer Replacement – A comparable vehicle with no unremedied recalls, free of the defect, and without additional cost Legal Assertion: I am submitting this complaint in good faith under 49 U.S.C. §30166 and related federal safety defect statutes. Documentation of communications with Stellantis, the dealer, and prior incidents is maintained and may be used to support claims for safety violations, damages, and associated costs in the event of litigation. Service Diagnostic Link: [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
I received notification of a recall in November,2025. However, Ram has still not come up with a resolution. This is almost a year without ABS on my truck. The Traction Control, ABS, and parking brake lights are all illuminated and the cruise control does not work. My wife refuses to drive my truck without ABS, traction control, and cruise control.
Abs module has been on recall for a while with no parts available to fix issue. I would like to know what are the options available?
unknown my brakes had a recall on it for the hydraulic system my transmission gave signs of going out while i was driving it would rev up and then would go when i would increase speeds
Manufacturer Recall Number C4B; the federal safety agency Recall Number 24V‑896 Recall Status Incomplete, remedy not yet available This problem is over 2 years old and still incomplete; why is there no time limit for them to fix; they are pumping out new sales and new problems but nobody is accountable. Still warning light every time driven and nobody can tell us when it will be fixed...
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle or while driving, the ABS warning light illuminated and the “Service ABS" message was displayed. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact stated that the hydraulic control unit was replaced three times; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The contact related the failure to 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 manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unavailable.
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 the message "Repair ABS" and "Repair Electronic Braking System" were displayed. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown.
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and while driving, a constant warning chime sounded, accompanied by illuminated ABS and another unknown warning light. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the vehicle was not able to be repaired due to parts not being available. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
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 dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that the ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that he was unable to utilize the vehicle as needed. Additionally, the warranty on the vehicle might expire before the vehicle was repaired. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was called but there was no response. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.
I have had this truck since 2018, I have had to repair the brakes , break pads and lines 6 times now and one time almost causing a horrible crash in Oregon slamming into a guardrail. I am tired of hearing there’s no way they can fix it, they have no parts to fix it , they don’t have parts to fix it, it’s a sever safety concern, why am I constantly having to repair these brakes and no one can help other than an attorney.
RECIEVED A RECALL NOTICE (WILL TRY TO ATTACH TO THIS COMPLAINT) on or about December 2024 (ACCORDING TO RAM REPRESENTATIVE) stating that '[T]he BRAKE hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) ON YOUR VEHICLE may be susceptible to failure... The loss of ABS/ESC/Traction control may cause a vehicle crash without prior warning.' I called several Dodge Ram Dealers to have the recall fixed on or about December 2024 & was told that there was no fix yet available. Called again a couple of months later and was told the same. After that I forgot to followup again until today 8-11-2025 and was again told the same. IT HAS BEEN ABOUT 9 MONTHS & EVEN the federal safety agency NOTICE ON YOUR WEBSITE SAYS THAT RAM STILL HAS NO SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM EVEN THOUG THE RECALL NOTICE MAKES IT CLEAR THAT THE PROBELM IS AN "IMPORTANT SAFETY ISSUE. " I REQUEST THAT the federal safety agency CONTACT DODGE RAM AND FORCE THEM TO COME UP WITH A SOLUTION TO FIX THE RECALL ASAP. because of the admitted safety issues. -
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