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2017 Ram 3500 acceleration problems

30 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints
30
of this car's complaints
9%
crashes
2
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Cruise control
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Ram 3500 acceleration problems in other years

2013201520202026

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2017 Ram 3500 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 28, 2026 · Acceleration, Brakes · CA

ABS System Component Failure: My 2017 RAM 3500 truck was diagnosed with a failed ABS pump motor on XXX, the pump was replaced per dealer procedure and since the code did not clear the procedure was to replace the ABS Control Module. I was advised at the time that ABS Module was not availble at any of the RAM dealers in the [XXX] and a warranty recall was pending. On XXX I was advised the recalled part was in stock for installation. On XXX, the HCU (Hydraulic Contol Unit) pump was installed, however the ABS system still has an active fault code C2200-49, indicating a defective ABS control module, which is bolted directly to the HCU. The dealer will not replace the ABS module under the terms of the recall, and the replacement part is still on restriction through the STAR Center. It is my opinion that driving for 2 years with a failed HCU caused damage to the ABS module and needs to be included in the C4B recall. Bottom line the truck is still not safe to drive without Traction Control and ABS Brake Control. I have a case pending with a FCA Level 2 manager to get this part expedited and cost coverd by FCA. Your help would be greatly appreciated. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jan 19, 2026 · Acceleration, Brakes · AL

While driving on interstate 20 and then on I65 my cruise control dropped off causing the vehicle to sudden decrease in speed. Rear end collision narrow avoided due to commercial vehicles, following, quick action saved a disaster. This loss of cruise control, is/was caused by the warning ⚠️ of recall C4B/the federal safety agency 24V‑896. We are now experiencing a total loss of safety (service electronic brake system, service abs system, loss of traction control, {loss of cruise control}). These safety functions are now making this, one ton, dually, a death trap, mental health problem (I have PTSD, depression, anger management, anxiety problems) . My wife is afraid of this vehicle, WILL NOT let me pull our 42 foot, 15,000 pound, Redwood 38GK 5th wheel RV. Should your investigation be done, this is the 3rd recall/repair on this system. Will this dangerous vehicle be the next cause or a deadly pile up, will children be the the innocent victims? This recall and the other ever be fixed? The value has dropped , now by $25k to $35,000 on truck with 45,000 miles. Appreciate your time, [XXX] . (USCG Chief, XXX & XXX INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Jan 5, 2026 · Acceleration, Brakes · OH

No cruise control, ding ding ding no traction control ding ding ding no abs ding ding ding

Filed Dec 23, 2025 · Acceleration, Brakes · TX

It has been over 1year now and chrysler still doesn't have a fix for the anti lock brake system. How long can this go on? the truck keeps kicking out the cruise control and the traction controls. I have been contacting the dealers but there isn't a fix WTF!

Filed Oct 22, 2025 · Acceleration, Brakes · 131,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the cruise control and unknown sensors were inoperable. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 131,000.

Filed Mar 9, 2025 · Acceleration, Brakes · AL

Break controller/traction control/cruise control all are not working an being a RV owner WE tow a 2014 Redwood 42 foot 5th wheel, 16000 max weight (our scaled is 14640 pounds). We do not feel that it is safe to tow our RV with the recall that affects towing. This is the 3rd recall/repair on this truck. Please advise us on the towing recommendation/safety on using our truck to tow our RV.

Filed Feb 23, 2025 · Acceleration, Brakes · OK

The cruise control stop working and we received a service electronic braking system warning and the trailer brakes stopped working

Filed Jan 19, 2025 · Acceleration, Brakes · OK

Abs Failure, at around 80,000 miles, Truck is unusable , brake drags and causes overheating, can not get to dealer unless towed. All ABS system lights and failure warning lights are on Have been paying on vehicle which has been unusable since 6/2022 Dealer says parts are not available

Filed Dec 4, 2024 · Acceleration, Brakes · TX

ABS light goes on and off constantly, cruse control will not work. Truck has 29,000 mikes and has been doing this for 3 years

Filed Oct 22, 2024 · Acceleration, Brakes · AL

The abs and traction control lights flash on and off. They also have remained off and the back on for while. Happens a lot during summer and when driving for a while. While on cruise control and the lights comes sudden loss of power and agrressive engine slow down causing the vehicle to shake. Has happen multiple times.

Questions about the 2017 Ram 3500 acceleration

Does the 2017 Ram 3500 have acceleration problems?

Owners have filed 30 complaints about the acceleration of the 2017 Ram 3500, 9% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2017 Ram 3500 acceleration problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 2017 Ram 3500 acceleration?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ram 3500 have the most acceleration problems?

The Ram 3500 model years with the most acceleration complaints are 2018 (108 complaints), 2017 (30 complaints) and 2013 (15 complaints).

Other 2017 Ram 3500 problems

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