2018 RAM 2500 Complaints

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  • 2018 RAM 2500
    - ELKTON, MI

    Been getting abs warning alarm for over 2 years and no fix in site. Also cruise does not function when in alarm been living with this alarm for 2 years or more. I would like to sell vehicle but cannot with this unrepaired recall. Need some action asap.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2018 RAM 2500
    - Maricopa, AZ

    My VIN had the steering recall performed, but the welded drag link, which was the "remedy." At the time, it prevents alignment. The vehicle is now non-serviceable. I called Dodge requesting authorization for the updated adjustable drag link and alignment under recall remediation, and was told there is nothing they can do. This is incorrect. I called them four (4) times and was hung up on each time. Recall remedy V06 rendered the steering non-serviceable The vehicle cannot be aligned. The steering wheel cannot be centered.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2018 RAM 2500
    - Ludlow, VT

    The contact's son owns a 2018 Ram 2500. While the son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The vehicle eventually slowed down and came to a complete stop. The contact stated that several warning lights were illuminated. The owner had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with a failed Hydraulic Electronic Unit Control. The contact's son was advised to contact the dealer for assistance. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The contact's son was informed that the vehicle was not a pickup. The contact's son was informed that the repair could be performed now if the vehicle was not a pickup. In addition, the contact's son was offered the option to pay out of pocket for the repair and wait to be reimbursed when the remedy became available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact's son was informed that the parts were only available for pickup trucks. The contact's son was informed that he could pay out of pocket for the repair and wait for reimbursement. The contact stated that the vehicle had been inoperable since November 2024. The failure mileage was unknown.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE
  • 2018 RAM 2500
    - Sunset Beach, NC

    The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. Upon purchasing the vehicle, the dealer informed the contact that the HCU needed to be replaced. 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 ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated, causing the cruise control feature to become inoperable. The contact stated that the brakes operated with reduced functionality. The local dealer was contacted. 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 failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.

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  • 2018 RAM 2500
    - Plaistow, NH

    The transmission is slipping and making clunking noises and I'm worried it fails while driving it could be a safety issue. I noticed other people online mention the same problem. This should be a manufacture recall to get repaired not a consumer.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2018 RAM 2500
    - Axton, VA

    I am in Virginia and received a recall code C0020-01 for general abs fault. The truck continues to beep alerting me of this fact. I need replacement of the hcu. Which i have been told controls the breaking hydraulics. To me this seems to be of concern and could easily cause an accident and injury. This has been occurring since August of 2025 and I have been in contact with the dealership, Blackwell of Danville, VA, since then. On 11/1/25 I went into the dealership for other issues but this problem as well. They told me there is no part available for replacement and hasn't been for over a year. Well we are in a new year so how much longer do I need to wait for my truck to be safe?

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2018 RAM 2500
    - Leesville, LA

    The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the locking bolts on the steering linkage had damaged the tires. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be repaired under a related recall. The vehicle was repaired; however, additional failure occurred after the recall repair. The vehicle was returned to the dealer, and the dealer stated the vehicle would not be repaired free of charge. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 157,748. The VIN was unavailable.

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  • 2018 RAM 2500
    - Bismarck, AR

    The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact located the recall for NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service brakes, Hydraulic). While driving at 55 MPH, another vehicle passed him on double yellow lines, and the anti-lock brakes locked up, and the vehicle slid and crashed into a 2008 Chevrolet. There were no reported injuries, fire, or airbag deployment. A police report was filed. The ABS light and traction control warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was emailed, but there was no response. The failure mileage was approximately 128,000.

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  • 2018 RAM 2500
    - Waterloo, SC

    Abs control module defective been having this problem for over five years. Ram just keeps saying no parts available. That they are working on solution. I think they are dragging there feet on purpose hoping the trucks will wear out before they have to fix. These companies need to be held accountable. Thanks for any help

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2018 RAM 2500
    - Gatewood, MO

    The vehicle had multiple unresolved safety defects from the time of purchase. The radio and electrical system never functioned correctly and could not be repaired despite repeated dealer visits. The stabilizer bar failed and fell out while driving, causing loss of steering stability. The vehicle is currently subject to an open federal safety recall for ABS/ESC/traction control loss with no repair remedy available. These defects created a serious crash risk and caused loss of safe use of the vehicle. The manufacturer and authorized dealer failed to repair the vehicle.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE