C0020-01. Electronic Braking System and stability control system continually go in and out of alarm kicking the truck out of cruise control suddenly. This was repaired once under warranty by replacing the hydraulic control unit at 40,000 miles and it is now doing the same thing again at 90,000 miles. This is a significant safety issue as it prevents the use of cruise control and turns off the stability control system on the truck. The parts to repair the system are not available due to them being in “Engineering Review” until 2024. The only guidance from Ram was to continue driving the vehicle until parts become available.
2018 Ram 2500 brakes complaints
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The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle started to shake abnormally. The contact stated that the ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a tire shop and had the tires rotated and the vehicle aligned. The vehicle as repaired, however the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated again. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V140000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control). The failure mileage was approximately 65,000.
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the ABS and stability control warning lights illuminated and flashed on and off. There was an abnormal dinging sound heard. The cruise control became inoperable. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the vehicle had displayed DTC Code: C0020-01. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
My 2018 RAM ABS warning indicator light goes on and off continually. It started last year but now it's on constantly. I did some research, and this seems to be a very common issue with this model of RAM truck. Unfortunately, the dealership has informed me there is no recall on the item and cost to repair are over $1,000. So I'm driving with no ABS brakes most of the time. With the light and warning noise constantly going on and off is very distracting while driving. Not a very safe problem to have while driving.
ABS warning light goes on and off at intermittent times. Message says service ABS brake system. This truck has not been inspected yet but there is a class action lawsuit and the federal safety agency investigation on-going for this problem.
Similar to the 2019 & newer Ram HD recall for the ABS electronic control module, my 2018 Ram 2500 has the same issue. It was recently diagnosed at the dealer in August 2023, but due to the abundance of impacted trucks, the dealer estimates that replacement parts will not be available until at least February 2024. While I wait for the repair I have no ABS, traction control, stability control, or cruise control. I drive the truck approximately 750 to 1,000 miles per week and have a 3,000 mile vacation planned in October. This translates to driving the truck approximately 15,000 to 20,000 miles without the above noted safety features. I believe my truck should be added to the recall, and RAM needs to step up and provide faster repairs.
I had my HCU pump fail 3 times previously(68143491AB, HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT Anti-Lock Brake System), now the dealer is telling me that I need to buy another module (68347098AB Module, Anti-Lock Brake system Electronic Stability Controller) in addition to the failed part for them to repair my vehicle (Tech told me its on a service bulletin, although my unit is not bad). The dealer told me if I got the parts they could repair my vehicle, so I bought the HCU. Shortly after they said a technical bulletin is telling them that they need to replace an additional module when they replace the HCU, which is not available until February 2024. If they diagnose my truck (which they did), and provide me with a receipt I would have to pay the diagnostic fee of $160, and they would not be able to release my truck until the repair was made. I can not have my truck at a dealership for 5 months waiting for a part to be available. Is there anything that can be done about this? I do trade shows and need a truck to carry my products.
ABS system failure causing spinout and skidding. System failure spurratic.
I get an error message on the dash that says "service electronic braking system" and "service ABS”. Ram dealer has stated that the truck needs a new ABS modular and ABS pump but the parts are on back order until February through Chrysler.
ABS / Service Electronic Braking System lights constantly dinging on and off while driving my truck. Cannot get parts for repair.
ABS control module is malfunctioning for the second time. Was replaced at approximately 25000 miles. Now is failing again at 48000 miles. ABS braking and traction control is affected.
Truck is showing service message "Service Electronic Braking System" and "Service Anti-Lock Brake System". Service message comes and goes constantly, chiming and making cruise control unusable. Several times I have almost had a collision on the interstate because the vehicle will drop out of cruise control expectantly. I have researched the issue and the required replacement parts are on national back order until Jan/Feb of 2024. So not only do I have to listen to the dang chiming noise, I don't have fully functioning ABS or Traction Control. This is a serious issue that RAM needs to deal with. I know an investigation is underway already: Preliminary Evaluation PE22-012. Please add my complaint to the growing list of RAM owners facing this serious issue.
Service ABS electronic brake indicator light continues to illuminate on various occasions. Dealerships has no answer for issue
Abs and traction control lights come on and off cruise stops working
Anti Lock Brake code appearing while driving. Have had the Anti lock brake module replaced once before. This is a common issue in 2018 models and Ram refuses to address.
My original ABS HCU pump has been replaced 2 times, and now 11 months later it needs a 3rd one. First one went at 60K, second one 93K, 3rd one at 120K and now I do not have ABS, Traction control or cruise control.
The ABS module and/or HCU on my truck is bad causing me to lose ABS functionality. The ABS light comes on and a tone alerts me to the problem. This normally happens randomly, and the problem comes and goes. The cost to repair looks to be around $1600 from the dealer. With this being such a safety issue, it seems reasonable for a recall to be put into place to address the issue. The issue is further complicated because there is a new and improved version of these parts, but the new parts have been on backorder.
ABS light and Brake controller light comes on and off constantly.
Service braking locking system. Intermittent ping of of abs/ebs traction control display lights. Cruise control will not work and shut off when this has been activated.
62,000 miles, "service anti-lock brake system" and "service traction control system" lights are on, no ABS, no traction control and no cruise control.
Abs light comes on when under hard braking or traction control is used for slippery conditions
ABS system keeps failing. Loose ABS, traction control, and 4 wheel drive. Part has been replaced 3 times already. 4th part is having issues
My abs keeps going on and off repeatedly. This is what I have read in many forums. I don't understand why there hasn't been a recall for the part. The module is flawed and I believe there is a class action lawsuit. Apparently there is a back order until 2024 and I do not wish to put the same broken part in my $70,000.00 truck! I just want my truck fixed.
For the third time in 37000 miles the abs system including ABS system and electronic brake system has failed. This has been repaired around 15000 miles and recently at 35000 and it went out again at 37000 miles. Didn't last 2500 miles after last repair. When this happens trailer brakes quit functioning and cruise control also quits working as well as every few minutes the system gives you a continuous warning chime. From checki9ng a few web sites this seems to be an on going problem on the 2018 trucks mostly but a few 17s. Last info I have is parts are not avail for repairs until at least 2/24 and then only maybe. The truck is unsafe to drive especially when towing a larger trailer. This needs to be made a recall for safety concerns. I had to trade off my truck due to how I use it and no expectation for a repair time or date.
My ABS Module and Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) Part Number 68143491AA seems to have failed and it seems as it is a very common problem which needs to be addressed by RAM. My ABS is not working, my traction control is not working, and my cruise control is not working. While I drive it constantly goes on and off and chimes over and over and over. This is VERY dangerous to not have the braking or traction control not working and is putting me and my family in danger. This needs to be a recall. Not to mention the part that needs to be replaced is on national backorder and you can't even get it. Please help.
ABS warning lights came on took the truck back to the dealer (approx 54000 miles) replaced abs pump unit and would not cover under warranty as it was out due to miles. Now again at 108000 I am getting abs warning and electronic brake system warning This is clearly a repetitive brake safety issue and a recall should be enacted
In October 2012, my 2018 Ram 2500 had issues with the brake module and ABS system. The truck had 49000 miles when the system intermittently displayed messages to service ABS system. A trusted local mechanic checked and found a service bulletin about the issue. I had him replace the brake module and master cylinder. I then had a Chrysler dealer reprogram the module. My costs was approximately 800 dollars. Now it is summer of 2023 with 65000 miles and the same issue is occurring. I think it is time for Fiat Chrysler America to step up and make these repairs. It is dangerous to have this situation. It affects cruise control, four wheel drive, and of course negates having ABS. I need this truck and cannot afford to park it.
ABS brake failure/ loss of anti-lock brakes, cruise control, and traction control
Started recently getting an anti-skid warning with a chime. I took the truck to a nearby mechanic to read the code, he said the antilock brakes were bad, and suggested taking it to a dealer. I took the truck to the Ram dealership in Mineral Wells TX and the dealer confirmed the code. I have talked with 3 different Ram service departments and they all tell me the parts will not be available until next year. Why should I drive an unsafe vehicle, because the manufacturer cannot supply parts?
Driving down the road. ABS light and traction control light will flash and cruise control and 4x4 will not work
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