2017 RAM 2500 Complaints

ABS and Traction control warning lights with audible warning repeatedly coming on and then going off. Have no way of knowing when this will happen. It appears to be a common problem with similar vehicles. With poor results from dealer repairs. I am concerned about the safety and reliability of brakes.

ABS and HCU module system is defective. ABS and HCU systems randomly shutdown causing loss of ABS braking, traction control and cruise control. Ram dealership has already replaced these twice on my Ram 2500, service dates 12/19 and 6/22. Now it is required a third time with less than 49K miles. The ABS and HCU modules on 2017 Ram 2500 trucks are lemons.

This started in May 2023, warning lights "Service Electronic Braking System", "Service Anti-Lock Brakes". It is an intermittent issue, cannot duplicate. Appears at random, with Cruise control on,, if the issue message appears the cruise control disables. This can go on for several minutes, then all of a sudden stop. Could resume minutes later. Again Random. Don't rely on your anti-lock brakes, not reliable, or vote of confidence. As of today's writing 11/18/23, appears to becoming worse. I believe eventually I will note have a braking system whatsoever. Unfortunately I don't trust my dealer, or any dealer at this point for a consensus.

The ABS module/HCU is faulty just like thousands of others who are reporting this same issue. Tested with an expensive scan tool by a certified mechanic AND the local dodge dealership in Greenwood SC. Dealership doesn't have the parts to fix it and can't tell me when parts will be available. The warning lights on the dash come and go but are on 75% of the time. This is EXTREMELY dangerous because when the lights come on it kicks the cruise control off suddenly. VERY unsafe on the interstate in traffic doing 85MPH. I'm surprised myself or no one else has been killed due to this.

The ABS system on my truck is flashing in and out causing loss of cruise control and possible brake failure. I have researched on line and found that this is an ongoing problem for this year model.

Failed part is the turbo actuator. I was towing an approximately 6000lb trailer when the turbo actuator failed. I lost both boost to control power and loss of the exhaust brake. I was driving in an area of steep inclines and declines, loss of the exhaust brake is the safety issue. The actuator issue caused the check engine light to come on and codes were thrown regarding the failed actuator.There were no codes or any advanced warning of the failed actuator. The codes came up when the actuator failed, no exhaust braking while driving down the mountain. I have replaced the actuator and the vehicle is now running fine with adequate acceleration and the exhaust break also works.

Service Electronic Braking and Service ABS intermittently flashing on and off. Especially during rain or humid climates.

HCU light cone on the dash and code in the ecu. No damage to vehicle to cause this issue. This is a concern that the ABS system will not work when needed. Dealer says there is a lot of issues with this unit.

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the ABS warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 30 MPH and hauling a camping trailer, he depressed the brake pedal to make a turn, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that he made the turn and engaged the electronic parking brake to stop the vehicle. The contact was able to continue driving and used the electronic parking brake to stop the vehicle as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the brake master cylinder had detached from the hydro boost. The dealer informed the contact that both parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact stated that while driving, the front brakes locked up. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was being diagnosed with the remote assistance of Chrysler engineers. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Action Number: PE22012 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The failure mileage was approximately 62,400.

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle was not aligned. The steering wheel was upside down. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated they would have to break the welds. The mechanic declined to repair the vehicle. The contact called the local dealer, who stated that they would break the welds and reweld the drag link. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, who opened a case and informed her the coverage had expired. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.