Ram 3500 Complaints (2018)

810 consumer complaints on file.

#11709640January 8, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11709195January 6, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the residence, and was not diagnosed. A dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11709229January 6, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
My vehicle is included in safety recall 24V-896 for a defective HCU (Hydraulic Control Unit). I have contacted the dealership multiple times, but the replacement part is never available. This recall affects critical safety systems including ABS and Electronic Stability Control. Despite being a safety recall, there is no estimated timeline for repair due to part unavailability. I am concerned about driving a vehicle with an unresolved safety defect. The manufacturer has been unable to provide the recall repair for an extended period.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11708774January 5, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the ABS warning light illuminated on the instrument panel with a beeping sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the cruise control feature was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the hydraulic control unit (HCU) was defective and an estimate for the repair was provided. The contact was also informed that the vehicle would soon be placed under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and that the vehicle would be covered for free once parts were available. After waiting for approximately one year for parts to become available, the contact returned to the dealer and requested to pay out of pocket for the repair. The contact was informed that the repair was unavailable due to the part being on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 37,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11708937January 5, 2026
SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
There is an open recall (C4B) for my Ram truck. The ABS light and "Service Brake System" light and message are currently displayed on the truck's dash. I contacted FCA about a year ago and told them I have an active issue. They said they placed me on a priority wait list but the remedy is not available yet. It is unacceptable for them to not have a remedy ready for an 8 year old truck when the issue was known about some time ago. I would appreciate if NHTSA or other government agencies would put pressure on FCA to repair this issue as owner's and other motorists lives are on the line if faulty equipment is forced to drive on public roadways. Thank you
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11707721December 30, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated, and the cruise control mode was inoperable. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal, the brakes made an abnormal rumbling sound as if the brakes were applied at an abnormally faster rate. The contact stated that the traction control had failed intermittently, causing the tires to spin on wet pavement. The vehicle was taken to the dealer it was purchased from. The dealer replaced the hydraulic control unit; however, the failures recurred approximately 4 years later. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), and the vehicle was then taken to another dealer, Foss Motors(133 Portsmouth Ave, Exeter, NH 03833) for the recall repair; however, the dealer informed the contact that the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact was advised that there would be a charge for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11707555December 29, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
Recall C4B with known issue and known remedy but “no parts available.” Contacted RAM and with no parts they have no solution. You can rent an auto out of pocket and possibly be reimbursed. No option for buyback or solution. Recall came out 12/5/2024.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11706738December 23, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. The dealer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11704581December 11, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that both the ABS and traction control warning lights would illuminate on the instrument panel, and a warning chime would sound. The contact stated that the warning lights would illuminate intermittently while driving. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and stated that parts were anticipated to become available by the end of the 3rd quarter of 2025. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11704241December 10, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES
Since January 2023, my truck stability control system has been disabled related to CB4 NHTSA 24V-896 recall. TWO years! I can't sell the truck like this & I have no idea when it will result in an accident. Stellantis needs to be held accountable. Every contact with them results in a response of waiting for parts. I've had no choice but to drive another 18000 dangrous miles with this vehicle. This is unacceptable.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11703974December 9, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS and traction control warning lights were intermittently illuminated, causing the ABS system, the traction control system, and the cruise control to become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the contact was informed that the part was not available to do the recall repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle would be placed at the top of the waiting list; however, the part was still not available. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11703633December 8, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH while approaching a stop on a wet road, a nearby vehicle had merged into their lane; however, the vehicle failed to come to a stop while the brake pedal was depressed. The service brake and ABS warning lights illuminated. In addition, the vehicle had impacted the rear end of a nearby vehicle. No police report was filed. No injuries or medical attention were sought. The local dealer was contacted; however, parts were not available. The contact was concerned that the recall had no parts for approximately 3 years, and the recall was expanded to include his vehicle's VIN however, still no parts were made available for the recall remedy. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11703679December 8, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
Traction control, stability control, and ABS all not working. Started at 8,700 miles, truck now has 9,800 miles on it. Received a recall end of 2024, part is still not available. This is taking far to long for a repair, we know someone who has an extended warranty who had their truck repaired. Something is fishy here. This truck is the same as new and was bought to tow a fifth wheel and haul tractor and track hoe. Not safe to do so. Ram should have issued a do not drive on this truck and the repair should have been done a long time ago. Either fix it or replace it, this time frame is unacceptable.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11703216December 5, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake, cruise control, and ABS warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the cruise control and ABS failed to function as intended. The contact stated that when the brake pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. In addition, the contact stated that a beeping sound was persistent. The contact was annoyed by the persistent beeping while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times; however, the cause of the failure was not determined. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. In addition, the contact was informed that parts were not available to repair the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part for the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the vehicle could not be traded because of the unrepaired recall. In addition, the contact stated that the failure started two years ago, and the recall was initiated a year later. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance. In addition, the contact stated that the manufacturer was contacted several times and informed the contact that the parts were not yet available. The failure mileage was approximately 40,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702901December 4, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES
This recall has been open and unresolved for 12 months. Contacted both the dealership and the manufacturer. Both have stated parts are not available and unknown timeframe when the vehicle can be repaired. Currently, the vehicle is drivable, but indicator lights are not illuminated on the dashboard. Case number with manufacture is 94739240
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702457December 2, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V89600 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11702055November 29, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Almost got into a wreck because my ABS failed. I was going down the interstate with my cruise control on and my abs and traction light came on. My cruise control.immediately stopped working and I was almost rear ended. I called the Ram dealership and they said they have no time frame of when they will have parts in to fix it under the recall. Does someone have to die before Ram will start fixing these abs units. The recall has been out since Nov 2024. They need to be held accountable or buy back all 2017 and 2018 rams affected by this.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11700789November 21, 2025
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES
No solution for the antilock breaking system,causing drivability issues and loss of traction control,abs and control on numerous occasions.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11700792November 21, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving in a parking lot, the ABS warning light illuminated, and the cruise control became inoperable. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired; however, when the local dealer was contacted, the contact was informed that the failure was related to the recall, but parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11700373November 19, 2025
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a message that the ABS was inoperable was intermittently displayed. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact the parts were only available for the 2018 Ram 4500, and that the contact had to pay out-of-pocket for the brake HCU replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the brake HCU was previously replaced under warranty. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 58,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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