The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated the antilock brake system light was on and it chimed. The contact stated the chiming was distracting and the contact was unaware if the brake system was functioning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was informed the part to repair was on backorder for 6 months. The contact returned to the dealer and the part was on back order for another 4 months. The contact stated the part had been back ordered for a timeframe of 13 months. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.
2018 Ram 2500 brakes complaints
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Starting at about 28,000 miles the ABS & Traction Control lights would come on, Disabling the Anti-lock braking system. During slick road conditions the truck would often skid when braking, especially when towing. The anti-lock brakes didn't work. This also triggered the check Engine light, Disabling the Cruise Control. All of this would occur randomly and often with no pattern. Prior to reaching 36,000 miles on the odometer, I went to Andy Mohr Chrysler Dodge Jeep for diagnostics. Service Department reported a code for internal ABS Module Failure. I then returned to the Dealership at 39,249 miles on [XXX] for recall on drag link replacement in steering and for repair of traction control system. Steering system was repaired but parts were on national back-order for ABS Repair. They delivered truck on [XXX] but kept repair order open with no charge at that time. Received call from dealership saying parts had arrived for ABS system for repair on [XXX]. Repairs were completed and I picked truck up on [XXX]. The invoice total was $1862.27, as they had charged for the steering recall also. After a month of back and forth with the service department and then speaking to the General Manager, they refunded $187.31 on 3/4/2024 meaning the ABS repair was $1674.96. I'm still unsure if that is the correct amount. Repair order # [XXX]. Truck is now working properly when braking. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
When taking off initially with the truck sometimes within the first 30 seconds of moving there is two yellow lights that come on the dash, while the center text window displays service brake system. The stored MIL code is C0020-01. Also when going over bumps in the road the message will also return. Sometimes it stays on, and I do not have the ability to use cruise control. One time I was driving on the freeway and the surface was wet, as it had been raining. I needed to slow down rapidly because there was a sudden change in traffic. I went to hit the brakes and the truck had locked up the wheels, and then after the same lights and text were displayed.
ABS / Traction control disabled dash lights flashing.
Our antisocial brake modele has been out since November 2023.The light keeps coming on. We had it checked with a diagnostic check twice and it was confirmed. The dealer cannot get the part and we have tried to escalate the problem through Chrysler, they refuse to do so. The mechanics can not tell us it is safe to drive so we are barely driving the truck. We are afraid we won't have brakes and if we are in an accident, it wouldn't be covered . They can't get the part and told us that they had more than 4,000 on backorder from our dealership. This is not covered and we have to pay over 450.00 just for the part and they can't even get it in.
While driving a electric braking system message was displayed. Also an ABS and traction control warning lights came on. After driving the front disc brakes did not release, causing them to overheat. The vehicle only has 2,666 miles on it.
Abs & traction control lights come on and off constantly. Cruise control will not work when lights are on. They stay on 95% of the time. Told this is an abs pump failure issue
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the ABS and EBS warning light remained illuminated. During the failure the cruise control feature was inoperable, and the audible warning was activated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the ABS and EBS modules, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 30,000.
Hydraulic brake system not working abs traction control no cruise. Dealer stated parts not available and not sure when
Hydraulic Control Unit failed, along with the control module per dealer diagnostics. The ABS warning and traction control light is flashing consistently, and the ABS system is not working. The dealer has indicated there is no estimate on when these parts will be available. This is the third occurrence of the same bad components.
The abs light and traction control light comes on intermittently which is caused by the HCU. Could cause a wreck
Message " service electronic braking system" keeps appearing on dash. The truck has less than 18000 miles, never off road or in snow/salt.. Garage kept. No accidents ever. I'm very concerned about the safety of the vehicle . I haven't taken it to the dealer yet, I hear parts are not available, and its a common failure on the 2017-2018 ram trucks
On January 15, 2024 my 2018 RAM 2500 truck with 6.7 Cummins Diesel engine was towed to dealer after "Service Antilock Braking Systems" warnings were displayed on dash instruments. Dealer diagnosed that the anti-lock brake module needed replacement but part is back-ordered with no estimate on expected replacement date. Was told by dealer there will be no harm to vehicle mechanical/electrical systems driving truck as is without anti-lock brakes other than possible lack of traction if driving on snow/ice, etc. As of 3/22/24, latest dealer update is an upcoming 4/1/24 update from RAM Corporate unit with no information on what to expect as yet. Not encouraging when faced with mountain driving pulling heavy trailer this summer and no anti-lock braking active. Audible & Visual warnings still displaying and dinging daily at this time.
The electronic braking system failure alert is frequently happening. I believe this includes a failure in the anti-lock braking system also. If cruise control is active, it is also disabled.
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.
Hello, I have a 2018 Ram 2500 with 35,000 miles, there is a well-known issue regarding the anti-Lock Braking Systems which effects 2017 and 2018 models which, Stellantis -RAM refuses to address. My truck suffers from this issue, the ABS and traction control warning lights constantly flicker on and off and there is an audible ding when this occurs. My local dealer diagnosed the problem, and the truck needs to have the HCU and ABS modules replaced. The cost to perform this work is nearly $2,000 since the parts are expensive and there is a fair amount of programming which needs to occur. Besides the cost the main issue is that the parts are not even available. I have been waiting on the parts since November 2023, my dealer says the next "production" date for the part is late June. I received this same type of response 2 times already, first for November, then February now June. Last I checked there are over 400 requests for these parts before me. At this point I drive an unsafe vehicle with no ABS or traction control, and I can’t even get it repaired . I also can’t use the truck for its intended purpose of towing. I’m looking for some assistance in this matter. There is also an active Class action lawsuit against Stellantis to provide relief for owners of these trucks, myself being one. [XXX] Thank you for your consideration, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Hydraulic Control Unit failed, along with the control module. The ABS warning light is flashing intermittently, and i do no believe the ABS system is working. The dealer has indicated there is no estimate on when these parts will be available.
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.
The ABS controller on my truck has gone out for the second time. where do i take it to get RAM to fix this issue this? i paid out of pocket for this repair the first time. please advise.
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.
Abs light and traction control lights went off causing the truck to throw C0020-01 error. Dealer suggested replacing HCU and ABS MODULE
My ABS and Traction Control lights go on and off while driving. It happens at different times and all different speeds.
ABS/BRAKE warnings and a Service Electronic Braking System lights on, related to Symptom/Vehicle Issue: C0020-01-ABS PUMP MOTOR CONTROL - GENERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE and Class Action Lawsuit Civil Action No. 4:22-cv-00447
Loss of ABS/traction control. Electrical failure ABS pump motor. Loss of braking ability. Vehicle has very low mileage, less the 3,000 miles.
The ABS control module and the Hydraulic control unit are both faulty and need to be replaced. Parts are not available to fix this issue. Recently the truck's brakes have started randomly applying themselves so hard that it slows the truck down even while accelerating. I find this very unsafe.
Abs warning and abs in operational
Abs pump motor, hcu and module need to be replaced. Dodge knows this is a problem and they need to stand behind their product and recall these vehicles. The cruise control cannot be used, it surges trying to slow the vehicle down due to the faulty modules. The parts are on back order until June. This issue started at 46,000 miles but because the vehicle is over 5 years old Dodge doesn’t want to cover the repair. Not a happy customer! Please recall these vehicles.
ABS error message on 2018 RAM 2500 truck screen ABS error - [XXX] mileage 4,718: Replaced ABS module and HCU control unit ABS error - [XXX] mileage 12,097: Replaced ABS module and HCU control unit ABS error - [XXX] mileage 15,190: Texan Chrysler scheduled service for 3/11/24 [XXX] Called Texan Chrysler and told it is HCU control unit and we are passed 2 year warranty by several days and will not be covered under warranty. 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 stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and Traction Control was inoperable. The message to service the ABS and Traction Control warning light was displayed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred previously, and the ABS and Traction Control module was replaced. The failure reoccurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.
A warning light appears and anti-lock brakes do not function. this is the second time for this same defect. The first time was as approximatley 40000 miles and now jusd past 80000 miles. The parts for repair are unavailable thru dealer and they said it probably be December before they got parts in. I now have no anit-lock brakes and no cruise control. It seems the cruise control circuit is with the anti-lock brakes circuit. This seems to me to be a real safety issure with all of these Ram 2500 trucks. The dealer knows all about it but cannot help.
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