This is my 4th HCU/ABS Failure. 3 Priors were replaced/reported in FEB/March to the federal safety agency. ABS / HCU System Failed. My safety was directly impacted. Various warnings and lights on the dash lit up with "Service Electronic Braking System". When the ABS / HCU system has an issue, it deactivates the cruise control, ABS System, traction control, and parking detection system. This can cause a sudden and unexpected deceleration or loss of vehicle control, as the traction control system also shuts off without warning. The dealer is able to verify the issue. I have taken the truck to the dealer, who is reporting a part shortage and multi-month backorder for the part. This is a huge safety issue, and could have killed me and my children. This should become an immediate recall since it directly impacts the safety features of the vehicle as well as the cruise control system, which may suddenly deactivate and cause sudden deceleration. Various warning lamps display. BRAKE, ABS, Traction CONTROL.
2018 Ram 2500 brakes complaints
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This vehicle has failure of the ABS module and the ABS HCU. This is due to a manufacturing default. This causes the APS and traction light to come on the dash along with service electric brake system in the message center. At this time on 11 -24-2023 this is such a big issue you are unable to get the parts to repair the vehicle and there is over 3,600 units on backorder when you contact dealers. Because of the failure this prevents safe breaking of the vehicle
ABS light and Traction Control service alert light on dashboard. Second time this has happened. I had this issue prior and had Ram replace both parts that needed to fixed and was not covered by Ram. This/ these are faulty parts and Ram needs a recall. There are thousands of Ram owners that have the same issue and Ram refuses to acknowledge and recall these parts/ issues! Please help us!
C0020 - ABS Teves/TRW Recirculation Pump General Electric Failure Error Intermittent. Approx. Dated Occured Nov. 15 2023. ABS Module and Traction control goes off-line intermittently during drive tests effecting ones ability to stop safely and prevents ABS pulsating Hydraulic braking when towing locking up vehicle brakes effecting driver and adjacent traffic/pedestrian safety. Vehicle is currently being serviced by an independent dealer but I have managed to replicate the issue on test drives and error is logged as a permanent code within the OBD II ECU Ram Module confirmed by Autel System. Warning lights did appear when or at the moment the system failed not prior.
Abs module failed for the second time. Braking is not predictable without abs system
The ABS and HCU are bad in my vehicle. It appears to be a widespread issue with this year model. A recall should be issued by the manufacturer to correct this safety issue. I recently collided with a barrier wall because my ABS system was not functional.
Anti-lock brake system module is out causing hard brakes and pulling which could cause a wreck. This is a known problem and has been reported by many 18 Ram 2500 owners. My truck is not safe in this condition and there needs to be a recall to make these trucks safe.
Intermittent ABS / traction control light diagnosed as the ABS / hydraulic control unit. I see this is a very common issue and very dangerous.
I own and drive a 2018 Ram 2500. This morning on the way to work the "Service Antilock Brake System" & "Service Electronic Braking System" error messages are popping up on the dash on and off. This is the 3rd time I have received this problem and the truck only has 42,200 miles on it. The first time the dealer replaced the ABS module and HCU at only 15,486 miles. The second time the dealer forced me to pay for these parts knowing that this is a manufacturer defect and a widely known issue. When this happens the trucks ABS system and traction control does not function properly posing a huge safety risk! I don't know if my trucks brakes will work properly, are reliable or if I can even drive it. I am now forced to rent a car until something is done about this. This issue has been reported many times over and is wide spread all over social media. It affects thousands of people that own these trucks from 2017 to 2018. failure TSB Number: S2005000004 and the federal safety agency Action Number: PE22012
Truck has 15500 miles on it. ABS and electronic braking system light comes on and off randomly. Causing me to lose traction control, cruise control and ABS
The ABS and Traction Control System light and warning engage intermittently when operating. The alarm startles the driver and unsure if system works
the abs and traction control keep lighting up and lose both while driving.
Loss of ABS. The hydraulic abs unit failed they are on nation wide back order cannot get them. 2018 are not recalled yet only 19 and newer have been recalled for this issue. Truck losses abs and due to that losses traction control. Very common issue in all 2018 ram 2500. Very dangerous to drive a big heavy duty truck with no abs.
"Service Antilock Brake System" & "Service Electronic Braking System" error messages are popping up on the dash on and off while truck is running. Sometimes pop on after starting the vehicle while sitting in drive and other times while driving.
After a hard braking event Service Electronic Braking System and ABS warning CEL came on. Goes on and off intermittently sometimes 20-30 times in a mile of driving.
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, an alarm sounded, and the ABS warning light and the traction control warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving at various speeds. The contact used an OBD scanner and retrieved DTC codes: C0020, C211B and P0579. The dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled for a diagnostic test and repair. The dealer also informed the contact that it was a known failure and one of the parts needed was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure TSB Number: S2005000004 and the federal safety agency Action Number: PE22012 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 23,900.
Truck has 26xxx miles on it. ABS and electronic braking system light comes on and off randomly. Causing me to lose traction control, cruise control and ABS. Dodge dealership run diagnostic on it and stated it has a bad HCU. Their are currently about 400k trucks with this same issue. Dodge is aware of the problem and the safety hazard of this issue. Dodge refuses to issue a recall. Cost to repair is $1000. Please force dodge to issue a recall and take responsibility for this mechanical failure
This vehicle has had a recall on ABS module and HCU for ABS. The replacement is now repeating the same issues as the original within a few miles. (Service ABS, traction control, and various other lights flash intermittently, causing the cruise control to turn off suddenly, which represents a huge danger.) Not to mention the constant bells and whistles being distracting.
Abs module and can't replace because back ordered
warning lamp repeadly blinds on dashboard to service abs brake system. turns out this is a common problem with the ram abs control module going bad. this is confirmed by dodge dealership and there's a long waiting list for the replacement part. driving with afaulty abs module results in poor braking performance.
During normal operation the ABS, Traction control and electronic braking system warning lights came on. Now when i am driving the Service electronic braking system lights will come on and off intermittently. Some times if i hit a bump it will come on briefly. My cruise control does not work and from what I've read my 4 wheel drive may not work. I live in the snow belt and use this truck as primary transportation as well as plowing snow and for our business. Im told this can be a brake module. I only have 40000 miles on my 2018 ram big horn. should not be having these safety problems.
ABS and traction control indicator lights start flashing and became intermittent during a road trip. I took to dealer and they replaced the abs motor pump and controller this happen 11/21 and after the warranty expired. 3 months ago it flashed a couple of times and now is flashing intermittently each day and will cost another $1600 to replace. The code is C0020-01 and is attached. This happens about 1 min after I start the engine, goes away for a few minutes until I hit some bump in the road and it triggers.
While normal driving of my 2018 Ram 2500, I began to get random audible warnings, service anti-lock brake and service traction control system dash lights. The lights would flicker on and off and warning chime would 'bing" numerous times. This caused the cruise control to shut off while doing 65mph. Some drives I would get nothing, others would be a solid 5 minutes of flashing and chiming. Scan tool identified the C0020-01 DTC. ABS pump motor control general electrical failure. Appointment was made at local RAM dealer and I was told that the parts are unavailable and on national backorder. I am now uncertain driving the truck as I do not know if the brakes could go out randomly or fail completely. Upon researching this fault, it seems to be a very common issue with the 2018 Ram trucks.
Anti-lock brake / traction control lights come with audible chime. Message reads service anti-lock brakes and service electronic brakes. Problem is intermittent with light coming on for a duration then going out and clearing message center. At times, the warning lights turn on and off rapidly giving multiple audible tones. Activation of light causes deactivation of cruise control. At highway speeds - rapid deceleration occurs. Unknown if the anti-lock brake or traction control will function while light is on. This will be the second time this issue has occurred. First time repair was covered under warranty for same issue. Diagnostic’s performed at authorized Ram dealer (10/27/2023) (Approx. 48500 mile's) indicates issue with Anti-lock brake control and Anti-lock brake module. Remedy - replace defective parts with: 68143491AB Control: Anti-Lock Brake 68347098AB Module: Anti-lock brake Total cost to repair: 1478.25 Dealer states that no factory warranty on this repair. Parts not available until February 21st 2024
Anti=Lock Brake System- Hydraulic Control Unit. I bought this truck new. HCU has already been replaced once while truck was under warranty. Unit has failed again. I have been driving and trailering with a faulted ABS system since 10/22. Been to dealer for repair. No replacement units available.????? And it is constantly ding donging on/off as it faults. Can not trade it in with the fault. 70k$$$ truck! They should buy it back if they cant provide a solution or parts. And they expect me to pay for it if it is repaired a second time. Said 1st replacement warranty ended with the truck warranty. I have worked for a top automotive fuel injector/ABS Module manufacturer for the past 28yrs and I can tell you- This Is Not Acceptable.
ABS control module is bad. Makes abs and traction control lights blink on and off erratically. Have had it replaced over a year ago under warranty for the same problem. Now it's doing it again and was told part wasn't going to be available tell February of 2024.
I was driving my vehicle and a car in front of me stopped at a traffic light. I attempted to brake my truck to stop the vehicle and I only had limited braking power and hit the vehicle n front of me. I had been experiencing intermittent ABS and Traction Control lights and I had a mechanic check all the wheel sensors and replaced one sensor that was damaged when the sensors were checked and cleaned. I had no indicator lights on prior to the crash and the ABS and Traction Control lights were illuminated after the crash. This was verified by the officer onsite at the crash.
While driving the truck my ABS, Traction Control and red brake symbol come on the dash as a warning. The vehicle once this happens no longer can utilize cruise control nor its ABS system during hard braking. This problem began intermittently and has become permanent. Dealerships are unable to get parts for repair.
I own a 2018 Dodge Ram 2500 with Cummings. My dashboard Anti-Lock Brake lights flash on and off and sometimes stays on and always turns off my cruise control. I’ve called the Ram dealers and they tell me the Anti-lock Brake System Module is on back order till next year. I’m nervous about my life and others on the highway who are driving with me. Can you HELP me. I have not been involved in a car accident yet but easily can happen [XXX] [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
ABS light comes on and off constant. Service abs system, service electronic braking system. Ram came up with the code HCU hydraulic control unit failure. They will not fix it unless I come up with the 1500$$ to fix it out of pocket. My truck just turned over 60k this is ridiculous. Go on google and please type this in. It a massive issue in all 2018 rams. Should be a recall at this point. If you guys can fast forward me to get repaired please let me know I feel as if this could cause harm if the brakes lock up or I get in a skid situation if could cause harm to myself or others or properties. Please call if we can nip this in the bud. [XXX] . Thank you to whom will be reading this and I really look forward to hearing from you. I honestly can’t afford to just dish this out of pocket cost for something that should be under warranty. 😞 INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
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