2025 Ram 2500 electrical problems

Filed Oct 20, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · CT

Our 2025 Ram 2500 was purchased new in March 2026 with 41 miles. It had 17,254 miles on October 19. We completed a six week cross country trip towing a trailer without problems until September 25, 2026. September 25: The doors failed to lock automatically while driving above 35 mph. Neither key fob nor the interior electric lock switches worked, and the power windows failed. The engine and 12 inch screen remained on. Turning the truck off and restarting it did not restore these functions. As soon as we got home, we called our regular servicing dealership. They said the key fob batteries were dead. We disagreed because the interior controls and windows also failed. I independently tried the manufacturer's mobile app. Its first lock command failed; after restarting the app and retrying, the doors locked and the other functions resumed. No cause was confirmed. October 17: While slowing for a stop sign, the engine suddenly shut off. The display instructed the driver to shift into Park to restart. A vehicle was behind us, but the hazard warning lights and power windows would not work, so we could not warn its driver. The truck restarted after shifting into Park, pressing the brake and pushing Start. October 19, about 6:40 AM: A different driver was coasting toward a traffic light at approximately 5 mph or less, without hard braking, when the engine shut off again. The display said "Shift to Park to Start." The driver shifted into Park and pressed Start to restart. Both shutdowns happened during deceleration without advance warning. The Ram app recorded the trips but showed no active driving alerts. Unexpected stalling in traffic, especially with failed hazard lights, poses a collision risk. I called Ram Customer Care as soon as they opened on October 19. A dealership inspection is scheduled for October 21. The cause remains unknown, no repair has been completed, and the truck is available for inspection.

Filed Oct 19, 2026 · Electrical, Lights · 41,000 miles · MT

The contact owns a 2025 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V059000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System); however, the part to complete the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that during rainfall and car washes, water entered the vehicle cabin and caused electrical short circuits. The water intrusion caused failure of the high beam headlights, Lane Assist malfunction, Drowsy Driver system deactivation, and Emergency Automatic Braking System malfunction. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was advised to replace five cab lights that had failed. The dealer completed no repairs and confirmed the recall remedy was unavailable. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.

Filed Oct 9, 2026 · Airbags, Driver assistance · IA

Drove down a paved road in the legal speed limit (30mph). Hit a bump in the pavement and the dash had large amounts of disabled codes popping up: airbag disabled, emergency braking disabled, power steering disabled, blind spots need service, traction control. Brought it to a RAM dealership where they found 6 active and 51 stored DTCs all tied to the communication to the powertrain and safety modules (4wd, power steering, airbags, ABS). The dealer did not have time to fix it, so another dealership said they would fix it if I drove it to them. That second dealer found 3 pulled out wires in the right front fender liner, plug those 3 wires in and works like new. My safety was put at risk due to the airbags disabling, power steering disabling, and ABS. Another safety concern was at night the blind spot indicators in the mirrors would flash which can distract both the driver and others on the road. Every 10 seconds the dash would flash with a reoccurring warning message for another module needs servicing. The RAM company is trying to claim this is not a warranty issue after I brought up the safety concerns of the fender liner being able to pull on the harness and disable these safety modules.

Filed Aug 19, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · IN · fire

Driving by myself with no load at 12:15 in the afternoon with outside temperature at 80 degrees. Vehicle started to make a large screeching sound coming from engine bay. I pulled over into a parking lot and shut off engine. Vehicle continued to make screeching sound from engine bay; I opened hood to a billowing smoke that smelled like an electrical fire. Noise and significant smoke continued for several minutes with engine off and ignition in off position.

Filed Jul 15, 2026 · Electrical, Lights · 6,500 miles · NM

The contact owns a 2025 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving after the dealer completed the recall repair under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V059000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System); a message asking whether the driver wanted to connect a fifth-wheel or a conventional trailer was displayed on the instrument panel, and a yellow triangle light with two wheels underneath a trailer was displayed. The contact stated that the message and warning light were illuminated while no trailer was connected to the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and assisted the contact in scheduling a service appointment with the dealer. The vehicle was taken to the dealer twice; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 6,500.

Filed Jun 18, 2026 · Brakes, Driver assistance · AR

I have a 2025 ram 2500 diesel, and I use it to tow, as I am a farmer, and have a farm. I pull stock trailers, my tractor, and other trailers associated with my farm. I took my truck in for the trailer tow module recall to be done over 4 months ago, and they said they had to order the part and would call once it came in. It has now been over 4 months, I have called the dealer to follow up, and keep getting the same answer. The part hasn't arrived yet, and they will call me when it comes in. Every time I hook up a trailer it disables my trailer brakes, throws the AEB light on, and I am afraid, that in the instance I have to stop abruptly, that I may crash, and or hurt or even Kill someone due to these issues. I'm at a loss, they are worried about doing the trucks on the lot before they take care of the ones on the road per Jeremy at the Crain Ram dealership in Hot Springs, AR, which I don't feel is right to do. They got my money, now I have to deal with the issue, and potentially worse, until they get their unsold trucks done on the lot. Any help would be GREATLY appreciated!

Filed Jun 3, 2026 · Electrical · TX

I have been trying to get this recall repair since March of 2026 with no luck. Continued delays from my dealer

Filed May 26, 2026 · Electrical · CA

I attempted to use the factory-equipped 110V power outlet located in the bed/rear area of my truck to power a laptop computer. After plugging in the device, I discovered that the outlet was not supplying any electrical power. The vehicle is equipped with a cargo light/power outlet activation button located beneath the steering wheel. Even with the button engaged and activated as intended, the outlet remained inoperative and provided no power output. Due to concerns regarding a possible electrical system defect, I brought the vehicle to the dealership for diagnosis and repair. After inspection, the dealership advised that a wiring-related issue was found and repaired in order to restore functionality to the outlet system. I am concerned that a wiring defect occurred on a brand-new vehicle and believe this reflects poor workmanship and inadequate quality control during manufacturing. In addition to this issue, my truck has experienced several other mechanical and electrical problems within only a few months of ownership. Because this issue involved the vehicle’s electrical system and required dealer repair shortly after purchase, I am requesting that the federal safety agency document and review this complaint for potential manufacturing or electrical system defects affecting this vehicle platform.

Filed May 21, 2026 · Electrical · OH

Batteries keep draining overnight, sitting at dealership since April 22nd. Still can't diagnose the reason for that.

Filed May 20, 2026 · Electrical, Lights · MA

The contact owns a 2025 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 26V059000( ); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced the failure.