2018 RAM 3500 Complaints

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.