ABS/HCU are defective and must be replaced. We have no ABS or Electric Brake System which has also caused the Cruise Control to not work. This is a known issue with 2018 2500/3500 models but recent recalls don't list this particular year within the scope fo the recall. Online research found a multitude of 2018 RAM trucks with the same issue - Recall Z20 should be modified to include 2018. My 3500 was purchased for towing as are most 2500/3500 models and this is not acceptable to not have ABS as well as Electric Brake Systems. Will be months to get the parts for repair due to nearly over 300,000 Rams and Durangos alone in the current Recall Z20 affected. (Incident was stopping to avoid hitting deer and no ABS. Next day when started up vehicle warning lights: Svc ABS and Svc EBS.)
2018 Ram 3500 brakes complaints
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The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving, the ABS and Traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ABS control module and HCU needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000.
ABS and Traction Control lights and DIC alarms came on while driving. They stayed on for a few minutes then went off. Also the service trailer brake system message came on. This has happened several times now turning off cruise control too. I reseated all fuses and went for two weeks before it started happening again. Happens sometimes as we go over expansion joints or hit potholes while driving at highway speeds. I notice several other reports of this here at the federal safety agency site and various RAM forums across various RAM years.
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the antilock brakes (ABS) and the traction control warning lights illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with needing the ABS module and the anti-skid controller to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to parts being on back order. The contact called the local dealer and made them aware of the failure. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,780.
I am getting two errors: 1) Service anti-lock braking system with the ABS light on; 2) Service electronic brake system with the traction control light lit.
Abs and traction control system stopped working with only 33000 miles. Dealer states module and pump need replacement. No warranty as vehicle is 4 years old as no driving during covid. This has happen to 1000's of ram trucks. Repair is $1600. Will have to drive with out repair.
ABS and EBS sytem is shutting on and off on highway at speeds. This is a random event that started at about 20,000 miles then went away for about 6,000 miles then came back at 29,000 miles whil on a 1,500 trip and is now not going away. The system shuts on and off constantly with chimes and alarms to "service ABS/EBS. I have the truck at the dealership and they advsied it needs to have the ABS pump and control module replaced. I have looked on the internet and see several hundred complaints for the same issue. The delaer says this is not a recall and is not covered by warrenty. To me this seems like a safety issue that is being ignroed by Chrysler corp / Ram. They are looking at the numbers and not enough people have been in accidents to justuify the cost of a recall. I have a video of the issue system turning on and off constntly at about 62 MPH as I enetered the freeway from and on ramp to merge in trafic.
A 2018 3500 ram with 31k miles just experienced two warnings on the dash. 1. Service electronic brake system 2. Service anti-lock brake system diagnosed using obd by midas: both ABS module and pump are going out. Vehicle is not considered safe to drive. Area is backlogged for these parts (1000). This is a major safety issue as I'm told this is a cronic problem. Cost to repair is exceeding $1800 not including the diagnosis. Called our local dodge/ram dealer and they said it is not on any recall. Why not? Its my understanding that the federal safety agency initiates safety recalls when vehicles are in peril of crashing due to a failure. We made it home but if it went completely out, we would not be having this discussion.
Truck has 22000 miles ABS and traction control lights constantly coming on and off along with service electronic braking system warning. Kicks the cruise control off every time it pops up. The cause is the abs module which apparently is a very common issue on these trucks and costs over $1000 to repair
The ABS Anti lock lights came on and says check Electrical Brake System. Dealer said The ABS anti lock brake pump assembly was bad and it was on me to replace it. This is a big safety Issue to me. I got a 2018 3500 ram and paying big money for a truck and my safety, there should be a recall before some people get kill.
ABS and Traction control pump system electrical failure. Went to a Dodge Dealer and had the system read due to light coming on and off. Originally started around 38,000 miles on the truck. A code came up C0020-01. ABS pump motor control electrical failure. Researched on the net. Seems to be a big issue from 2013 on up on trucks. Chaffing wires? Pump failure? Dealer said the ABS Pump could Possibly be bad. Wondering if there is a safety Recall or will have one. I have my truck scheduled for repair next week. Estimated cost of $700.00 according to service department.
The warning chirp occurred and the ABS and ESC lights came on the first two times. The incident happened so quickly I could not clearly determine which warning lights illuminated. On April 18 with just over 39,000 miles on the vehicle the chirping alarm and the ABS and ESC light illuminated. In addition two warnings appeared in the dash: "Service Antilock Brake System" and "Service Electronic Braking System." The warnings happened multiple times per minute in some cases. Other times the vehicle would go for many miles without the warning. Every time the warning chirp was heard the cruise control would disengage. I did not notice any problems with the brakes of the truck. In researching the issue I learned that many people are having this problem. I contacted Ram and they directed me to a dealer who diagnosed the C0020-01 fault code and that the hydraulic control unit (HCU) for the ABS system was defective. According the the TSB Ram has put out about the issue the ABS module could also be bad, but the first part of the repair it to replace the HCU and if the problem persists to then replace the ABS module. Ram apparently has an inconsistent level of support for owners experiencing this malfunction with some getting the repair done out of warranty, while others have to pay for the repair. Because it is brake related it seems this should be an item replaced as a safety issue, no matter what the mileage on the vehicle.
Service ABS light intermittent flashing and error code when checked. ABS is a safety issue that SHOULD not be defective at 40K miles. The ABS does NOT always work in inclement conditions such as rain, snow. When towing a 15K lb fifth wheel ram should FIX these issues as seen on many online communities
Service electronic brake system with the traction control light lit. Seems to be a common occurrence
Ram has issued a service bulletin to replace the ABS control module on 2018 Ram 2500 and 3500. This needs to be a recall as Ram is forcing customers to pay out of pocket or drive a vehicle without functioning ABS.
My ABS system has been experiencing intermittent failure, warning light comes on vehicle loses abs Also can’t align front end due to previous recall where dealership welded tie rod adjusting sleeve due to defect in lock nuts. Now vehicle eating front tires. How can a permanent fix remove a necessary adjustment. I understand welding as a temporary fix, until parts available to correct original factory defect. This is ridiculous
2008 RAM 3500 Laramie Longhorn with 20,000 miles flashing warning messages on front display repeatedly reading : "Service Antilock Breaking System" and "Service Electronic Break System". I am not sure why is doing this. I researched on the internet and it looks like its a common issue and several individuals had broght trucks in to replace parts and systems. I believe the parts replaced in those instances were: 68437098AB- Module Anti Lock Brake System, 68143491AA- Control Anti Lock Brake System. My truck still under full warranty.
ABS pump module failed with vehicle under 25K miles. Pump failed prematurely and failed while I was driving, disabling my ABS brakes. The ABS lights and check engine light did light up, it has since been replaced and there is no recall on this issue. Seems to be a common issue with FIAT Chrysler cars.
The abs system started malfunctioning after driving through heavy rain. Seems to be worse after the truck has warmed up. I have searched this problem and believe this should be a recall. How long before someone gets hurt or dies because of this problem?
Intermittent Antilock Brake Sysyem and Service Electronic Braking System warnings. Vehicle has 49,500 miles. There is a STAR service bulletin issued,
At 40000 miles my service brake light has come on. This a bad HCU and according to multiple site is on thousands of HD trucks Cost to repair is 1500 fo a safety piece of equipment I ha replace 400 in sensors already and now unless our a Ram dealer you cannot buy he piece to replace
The abs system has failed on my truck and many more possibly by a dealer defect and no recall as of now. When the abs warning light comes on it also puts up a warning light for the electronic braking system and you aren’t allowed after that to set the cruise. Anytime you hit a bump or turn the wheels or just randomly at any given time the lights come up on the dash and it chimes which will drive anyone nuts. With the electronic braking system not functioning properly could potentially lock the brakes up on the truck in my opinion knowing how it functions. Which in my opinion is a safety hazard. Also I might add that taking my vehicle to my local dealership is a complete waste of time as the diesel mechanic up there is terrible at his job. He has misdiagnosed two of my trucks and I believe he had something to do with a transmission going out in one. He “fixed” it then 3000 miles later the transmission completely destroyed itself which made me have to trade the truck in. Also the traction control system does not function when the abs light is on. In doing research I have found many many people with this same problem.
The abs and tc lights came on and beeped. The message board said service abs. The brake pedal became spongy and unresponsive. I called a dealership and they stated they have changed a bunch of hydraulic brake pumps on the ram pickup especially this year model. I asked is this a safety problem? After hesitation he said yes. My other ram is doing the same thing and I know of another 2018 a friend had changed at 10,000 miles.
Abs light coming on and going off while driving.
Flashing ABS and traction control lights while in motion at random times and when applying brakes
The brakes are very soft and the truck leans on the drivers side. Drivers side rear sits 1 inch lower and the front drivers side is 1/2 lower this leaning issue causes the truck to handle different when turning right while driving.
Integrated brake system for towing trailers (itbs) does not work. Safety hazard as the truck can not stop the 150000 pound 29t arctic fox 5th wheel. After 4 attempts dodge gave up and said the itbs works as designed. The 5th wheel was certified that the brakes work with other tow vehicles. Not with our ram 3500 which is rated to tow 22000 pounds which is a safety hazard. We are unable to stop the trailer in an emergency or uner normal driving conditions using the itbs.
Tl* the contact owns a 2018 ram 3500. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle accelerated when the brake pedal was depressed. In addition, the hill assist warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to lander mclarty dodge chrysler jeep ram (6533 university dr nw, huntsville, al) where it was diagnosed that there was an open circuit in the brake lamp switch that needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 5,000. *tt consumer stated there are no more problems.
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