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2018 Ram 5500: complaints, problems and recalls

Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.

Key facts

38 owner complaints analyzed

8 distinct recall campaigns

72,500 mi median reported failure mileage

Scope: 2018 model year. Data updated: . 18 complaints include usable failure mileage. View data status.

Owner-reported patterns

Most common problems

Service Brakes is the most frequently named component, appearing in 12 of 38 complaints (31.6%). A complaint can name multiple components.

Recurring terms in complaint narratives
TopicMatching reportsShare of complaints
Braking behavior2668.4%
Electrical and battery issues12.6%
Steering behavior12.6%

Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.

Component breakdown

Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.

Service Brakes
12
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
12
Vehicle Speed Control
4
Wheels
4
Power Train
3
Electrical System
2
Steering
2
Suspension
2
Component breakdown data
CategoryCount
Service Brakes12
Service Brakes, Hydraulic12
Vehicle Speed Control4
Wheels4
Power Train3
Electrical System2
Steering2
Suspension2

Service Brakes: 12; Service Brakes, Hydraulic: 12; Vehicle Speed Control: 4; Wheels: 4; Power Train: 3; Electrical System: 2; Steering: 2; Suspension: 2

Reported problems by failure mileage

Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.

Under 25,000
4
25,000 to 49,999
0
50,000 to 74,999
5
75,000 to 99,999
6
100,000 to 149,999
2
150,000 and above
1
Reported problems by failure mileage data
CategoryCount
Under 25,0004
25,000 to 49,9990
50,000 to 74,9995
75,000 to 99,9996
100,000 to 149,9992
150,000 and above1

Under 25,000: 4; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 5; 75,000 to 99,999: 6; 100,000 to 149,999: 2; 150,000 and above: 1

75,000 to 99,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (6). 20 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.

Complaints over time

Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.

2019
3
2020
3
2021
3
2022
3
2023
6
2024
4
2025
8
2026
8
Complaints over time data
CategoryCount
20193
20203
20213
20223
20236
20244
20258
20268

2019: 3; 2020: 3; 2021: 3; 2022: 3; 2023: 6; 2024: 4; 2025: 8; 2026: 8

Pattern summary

Service Brakes leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 26 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 1 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.

Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.

Examples from the source records

Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.

Owner report 11182523 · 2019-02-26 (February 26, 2019)

I PARKED MY TRUCK AND TURNED IT OFF. WENT INSIDE AND ABOUT 15 MINUTES LATER MY TRUCK ROLLED DOWN A HILL AND WENT ACROSS A BUSY ROUTE 15 . THE TRUCK WAS STILL IN PARK AND THE ENGINE WAS OFF AND THE WHEEL WAS STILL LOCKED AT THE BOTTOM. IT RIPPED THE PLOW OFF MY TRUCK. I'M HAVING A HARD TIME WITH THE DEALERSHIP AND MY INSURANCE IS GIVING ME A RUN AROUND. THEY DON'T WANNA COVER MY PLOW AND WANNA USE USED PARTS ON IT. I DON'T SEE WHY I SHOULD HAVE TO EAT THE DAMAGE. I DID NOTHING WRONG AND I'M PAYING FOR IT. NOT RIGHT. I'M SELF-EMPLOYED AND I'M LO…

Owner-reported narrative. 5,106 miles reported. Look up ODI 11182523 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11209597 · 2019-05-23 (May 23, 2019)

THE FRAME HAS CRACKED! THIS ISN'T THE FIRST I'VE HEARD ABOUT THESE FRAMES CRACKING EITHER. THERE'S A LOT OF COMPLAINTS ONLINE ABOUT THE DODGE 5500 CRACKED FRAMES

Owner-reported narrative. 88,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11209597 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11252128 · 2019-08-28 (August 28, 2019)

MY TRUCK FROM NEW GAD TURBO EXHAUST MANIFOLDS KEPT WARPING BREAKING BOLTS IN THE HEAD EVERYTIME MY RADIO QUITS AND REBOOTS AND GLITCHES AFTER TRUCK UPDATES RUNS POORLY WITH EXCESSIVE EGT AND DEALERS TEFUSED TO DO ANYTHING FOR ME KEPT TELLIN ME THEY DIDNT HAVE PROPER TECH OR TOOLS OR WAS TOLD ALL WAS NORNAL AND MY FRINT 19.5 WHEEL CRACKED IN THE MIDDLE WITH NO IMPACT OR TIRE DAMMAGE RADIO WUITS AND FREEZES REBOOTS SEVERAL TIMEX A DAY

Owner-reported narrative. 7,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11252128 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11309128 · 2020-02-14 (February 14, 2020)

THE REAR WHEEL STUDS BUST OFF WHEN THE WHEELS GET MUD IN THEM. ONCE THE FIRST ONE GOES THE OTHERS GO RIGHT AWAY. THIS WAS ON A HIGHWAY, IN MOTION DRIVING STRAIGHT. WE ALSO OWN A 2013 RAM 5500 VIN #[XXX] THAT WE'VE HAD THEM BREAK OFF OF ABOUT 5 DIFFERENT TIMES. I ASSUMED A RECALL WAS IN THE WORKS BUT I'VE SEEN NOTHING TO DATE SO I DECIDED IT WAS PAST TIME TO ACT BEFORE SOMEONE GETS KILLED. I PERSONALLY KNOW OF OTHERS WHO HAVE HAD THE DUALS COME COMPLETELY OFF AND INTO TRAFFIC. WE HAVE BEEN LUCKY ENOUGH WE HAVE GOTTEN THE TRUCK SHUT DOWN PRIOR TO…

Owner-reported narrative. 58,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11309128 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11320633 · 2020-04-09 (April 9, 2020)

I HAVE A 2018 RAM 5500 AND WAS DRIVING UP THE INTERSTATE WORKING IN MY TRUCK AT POSTED SPEED AND THE TRUCK STARTED TO MAKE A VERY LOUD NOISE AND BOOM! THE TRUCK BUCKED LIKE I HAD HIT A SOLID WALL. THE TRUCKS INDICATOR LIGHT FOR AIRBAGS HAD CAME ON, BUT DIDN'T DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH I HADN'T ACTUALLY HIT ANYTHING, THANKFULLY. COME TO FIND OUT AFTER HAVING TO GET A TOW TO THE DEALERSHIP THE TRANSFER CASE HAD EXPLODED AND CAME APART WHICH MADE THE DRIVESHAFT BREAK LOOSE AND COME THROUGH THE FLOORBOARD. WHO KNOWS WHAT ALL DAMAGE WAS DONE BECAUSE THE T…

Owner-reported narrative. 82,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11320633 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11383064 · 2020-12-11 (December 11, 2020)

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 RAM 5500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 45 MPH, THE TRANSFER CASE EXPLODED. THE FRONT DRIVE SHAFT FRACTURED IN HALF AND PUNCHED A HOLE IN THE FLOORBOARD OF THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED OFF THE HIGHWAY SAFELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE WITH THE TRANSFER CASE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO ANOTHER INDEPENDENT MECHANIC CLOSER TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED DUE TO PARTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR THE REPAIRS. CONW…

Owner-reported narrative. 163,793 miles reported. Look up ODI 11383064 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11404657 · 2021-03-24 (March 24, 2021)

ON MARCH 23, 2021, WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, I STARTED HEARING THE SAME HUMMING NOISE I HEARD 8 MONTHS AGO WHEN I HAD THE TRANSFER CASE PROBLEM. THIS WAS THE NEW TRANSFER CASE THE DEALERSHIP HAD PUT IN, AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOUD BANG/EXPLOSION SOUND FROM WHERE THE TRANSFER CASE EXPLODED. I WAS DRIVING AT 60 MPH AND WAS NOT ABLE TO BRAKE AS I LOST THE BRAKES AFTER THE TRANSFER CASE EXPLODED. AFTER ABOUT 30 SECONDS THE TRUCK COMPLETELY TURNED OFF AND IT STARTED SLOWING DOWN ON ITS OWN, AND AFTER NEARLY HITTING SEVERAL CARS ON THE H…

Owner-reported narrative. 100,066 miles reported. Look up ODI 11404657 at NHTSA ↗

Owner report 11429600 · 2021-08-18 (August 18, 2021)

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V398000 (Wheels) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer had been notified about the recall; however, the contact was informed that the part was not yet available. The manufacturer had been notified of the recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Vin tool confirms parts not available.

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Recall history

8 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.

17V824000 · Equipment

Reported: 2017-12-21 (December 21, 2017)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

Consequence: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.

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18V100000 · Power Train:Automatic Transmission

Reported: 2018-02-08 (February 8, 2018)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.

Consequence: Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will also test the BTSI operation, replacing the solenoid as necessary. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U11.

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18V277000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings

Reported: 2018-05-01 (May 1, 2018)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 RAM 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks. The primary and secondary brake hoses located between the brake master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit may have been manufactured without anti-corrosion plating on the ferrules, which can allow the ferrules to corrode.

Consequence: If the ferrules corrode, the brake fluid may leak and cause a loss of braking, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake hoses and replace them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 19, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U41.

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18V332000 · Electrical System:Software | Vehicle Speed Control:Cruise Control | Electrical System:Wiring

Reported: 2018-05-17 (May 17, 2018)

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

Consequence: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

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19V255000 · Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights

Reported: 2019-03-28 (March 28, 2019)

Blanchat Mfg., Inc. (Blanchat) is recalling one 2018 B-27 Minuteman vehicle built on a RAM 5500 chassis and equipped with Whelen brake lights recalled under 18E-063. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

Consequence: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Blanchat has notified the owner, and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2019. Owners may contact Blanchat customer service at 1-620-896-7145.

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19V359000 · Exterior Lighting:Brake Lights

Reported: 2019-05-13 (May 13, 2019)

Unruh Fire, Inc. (Unruh Fire) is recalling one 2018 Dodge 5500-based fire truck equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

Consequence: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Unruh Fire has notified the owner and will provide replacement brake lights, free of charge. The recall began May 20, 2019. Owners may contact Unruh Fire customer service at 1-800-856-7080.

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21V398000 · Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs

Reported: 2021-05-27 (May 27, 2021)

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence: Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y36 owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y26 owner notification letters were mailed on December 1, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's numbers for this recall are Y26 and Y36.

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24V896000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Control Unit/Module

Reported: 2024-11-27 (November 27, 2024)

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The hydraulic control unit (HCU) may fail, which can cause the anti-lock brake (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), and traction control systems to fail.

Consequence: A loss of anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, or traction control can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake HCU, or replace the HCU motor, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed January 9, 2025. Some owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated October 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is C4B.

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Explore the data

Vehicle analysis explorer

Inspect model-year patterns, reported mileage, monthly activity and the evidence behind each signal.

Data completeness

38 unique complaints in this selection. Analysis snapshot: 2026-09-30.

47.4%Usable mileage18 / 38 records
100.0%Valid incident date38 / 38 records
100.0%Valid filing date38 / 38 records
100.0%Ordered incident and filing dates38 / 38 records

Missing, zero and invalid mileage is excluded. Dates after the snapshot are excluded. Examples are limited selections, not a representative sample.

Problems by model year

Model-wide comparison of the eight most reported components across the model. Cells show counts and shares within each model year. Open a cell for source examples.

Component complaint heatmap
Component20132014201520162017201820192020202120222023202420252026
Power Train
250.0%
ODI 10639565 · 1,300 mi

WHEN I PULLED OUT FROM A STOP INTO THE INTERSECTION I REALIZED THE CARS WERE CLOSER THAT I FIRST THOUGHT, AND WHEN I INSTINCTIVELY PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR TO THE FLOOR TO GET OUT OF THE WAY, NOTHING HAPPENED FOR WHAT SEEMS LIKE ETERNITY BUT MAYBE JUST A PORTION OF A SECOND BEFORE THE ENGINE RESPONDS. THIS DELAY COULD BE A LIFE THREATENING SITUATION, SINCE THE VEHICLE DOES NOT RESPOND AS YOU WOULD EXPECT IT TO, AND COULD THEREFORE ALLOW YOU TO BE IN THE PATH OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO GET THE VEHICLE TO MOVE AS YOU WOULD EXPEC…

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218.2%
ODI 10893969 · 400 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 5500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT ROLLED AWAY IN REVERSE. IN ADDITION, THE GEAR SELECTION DISPLAY BACK LIGHT CHANGED FROM WHITE TO YELLOW. WHEN THIS OCCURRED, THE VEHCILE FAILED TO START. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT THE CONTACT WAS UNSURE ABOUT WHAT PART WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE PERSISTED, INCLUDING A NEW FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CHANGE THE GEAR SHIFTER WITHOUT THE BRAKE PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED WHILE IN PARK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE …

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215.4%
ODI 11286892 · 148,870 mi

TRUCK WAS ON HIGHWAY GOING 70 MPH. DRIVER SAID IT STARTED SHAKING VERY HARD AND THEN HEARD A VERY LOUD BANG. WAS ABLE TO KEEP IT UNDER CONTROL AND BRING IT TO A STOP. THERE WERE PARTS OF THE TRANSFER CASE ALL OVER THE ROAD. DRIVE SHAFT WAS BENT AT A 45 DEGREE ANGLE. WIRING WAS WRAPPED AROUND YOKE, UNDERNEATH OF CAB IS DAMAGED, BRAKE SYSTEM DAMAGED, DEF SYSTEM DAMAGED, ALONG WITH OTHER PROBLEMS THAT CANT BE SEEN.

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529.4%
ODI 11142105 · 77,122 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 RAM 5500. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT ROLLED AWAY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE PARKED WITH THE PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED TO PREVENT IT FROM MOVING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MAGUIRE DODGE RAM (LOCATED AT 959 HIAWATHA BLVD W, SYRACUSE, NY 13204, [phone removed]) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V821000 (POWER TRAIN). THE MANUFACTURE…

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628.6%
ODI 11104270 · 62,500 mi

WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY THE TRANSFER CASE EXPLODED, CHRYSLER DETERMINED THAT THE REPAIRS WOULD NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. HOWEVER, WE PROVIDED PROOF OF SERVICE OVER THE TIME PERIOD THAT THE VEHICLE WAS IN SERVICE WHICH WAS ONLY 6 MONTHS. THEY EXPLAINED OUR PARTS WERE NOT PROPERLY GREASED AND MAINTAINED. WE DO KNOW A BUSINESS ASSOCIATE THAT HAD THE EXACT SAME THING HAPPEN TO HIS VEHICLE. I DID RESEARCH AND IN THE PAST THIS HAS BEEN A SIMILAR PROBLEM AND RECALLS FOR THE SAME EXACT ISSUE...PLEASE HELP!!

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37.9%
ODI 11252128 · 7,000 mi

MY TRUCK FROM NEW GAD TURBO EXHAUST MANIFOLDS KEPT WARPING BREAKING BOLTS IN THE HEAD EVERYTIME MY RADIO QUITS AND REBOOTS AND GLITCHES AFTER TRUCK UPDATES RUNS POORLY WITH EXCESSIVE EGT AND DEALERS TEFUSED TO DO ANYTHING FOR ME KEPT TELLIN ME THEY DIDNT HAVE PROPER TECH OR TOOLS OR WAS TOLD ALL WAS NORNAL AND MY FRINT 19.5 WHEEL CRACKED IN THE MIDDLE WITH NO IMPACT OR TIRE DAMMAGE RADIO WUITS AND FREEZES REBOOTS SEVERAL TIMEX A DAY

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18.3%
ODI 11499977

The transfer case shifted itself into neutral while driving on the highway. It wouldn't go into any other gears and it lost all functionality. I wasn't under load and had been maintaining a set 65 mph. There was no warning the RPMs just redlined. I set the vehicle into what registered as park and when I got out it continued to roll towards me. I had 3 small children in the vehicle at the time and had we not made it off the highway in time I hate to think what could have happened. I am a mechanic by trade and it is the only reason we were able …

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112.5%
ODI 11623456

While driving on the freeway at 75 mph transfer case went into neutral. No power to wheels. I managed to coast off the freeway and then towed to dealership. Dodge 5500 trucks are used for heavy hauling such as fire trucks, ambulances and in the west ranchers. If a rancher is going down a steep grade with a heavy load (cattle/horses) they would not be able to STOP due to weight. Transfer case has defective parts internally. Dealer said that there is a defect in the transfer cases and is common on Dodge Ram 4500/5500.

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00.0%

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2180.8%
ODI 11487689 · 50,000 mi

The contact owns a 2022 Ram 5500. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle failed to shift properly into the correct gear. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the air filter to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to Efird Chrysle…

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00.0%

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Service Brakes
00.0%

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19.1%
ODI 11390618 · 210,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 5500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKING SYSTEM AND POWER STEERING SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE WAS EXAMINED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR AND THE TRANSMISSION FLY WHEEL WERE FAULTY. THE ALTERNATOR AND FLY WHEEL WERE REPLACED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE EVENTUALLY RECURRED. NO FURTHER INFORMATION WAS AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 210,000.

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17.7%
ODI 11286892 · 148,870 mi

TRUCK WAS ON HIGHWAY GOING 70 MPH. DRIVER SAID IT STARTED SHAKING VERY HARD AND THEN HEARD A VERY LOUD BANG. WAS ABLE TO KEEP IT UNDER CONTROL AND BRING IT TO A STOP. THERE WERE PARTS OF THE TRANSFER CASE ALL OVER THE ROAD. DRIVE SHAFT WAS BENT AT A 45 DEGREE ANGLE. WIRING WAS WRAPPED AROUND YOKE, UNDERNEATH OF CAB IS DAMAGED, BRAKE SYSTEM DAMAGED, DEF SYSTEM DAMAGED, ALONG WITH OTHER PROBLEMS THAT CANT BE SEEN.

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15.9%
ODI 11403861 · 91,000 mi

THE HIGH PRESSURE BOOSTER HOSE INTERIOR LINER CAME APART AND JAMMED INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER PRESSURE PORT. THIS CAUSED LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND LOSS OF POWER BRAKES. THIS IS AN AMBULANCE, WE HAVE MULTIPLE OF THIS SAME YEAR AND MODEL. IT WAS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET AND RESULTED IN A NEAR MISS. THROUGH AN INTERNET SEARCH AND CALLING THE DODGE DEALERSHIP AND SPEAKING TO THE MECHANIC, THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE ACROSS MULTIPLE MODEL YEARS. HTTPS://WWW.DIESELTRUCKRESOURCE.COM/FORUMS/4TH-GEN-RAM-NON-DRIVETRAIN-2010-UP-202/STEERING-LOCKS-UP-BRAKE-A…

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314.3%
ODI 11453621

ABS and traction control light comes on intermittently when driving. Cruise control does not work and chime and warning lights come on as lights come on.

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1231.6%
ODI 11446785

At 95;000 miles abs and traction control lights going on and off on and off, now lights stays on brakes lock up when stopping quickly. Speed control no longer works due to this problem. After a google search I found lots of the same problems with other years and model’s having the Cummins 6.7 diesel motors.The ABS module fails, but you can’t replace the module, you have to replace the whole abs unit which is very costly

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18.3%
ODI 11372368 · 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 RAM 5500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED WHILE DRIVING ON WET SURFACES, THE BRAKES LOCKED UP CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SLIDE FROM SIDE TO SIDE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED WHILE DRIVING ON DRY PAVEMENT HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS MORE CONTROLLABLE WHILE DRIVING ON DRY PAVEMENT. AN UNKNOWN DEALER WAS CONTACTED HOWEVER, AN APPOINTMENT TO DIAGNOSE OR REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS STILL PENDING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILU…

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112.5%
ODI 11698718

I was traveling down the hwy and and car went thru the stop sign. I could not stop in time and I t boned it. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

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125.0%
ODI 11513738

The wheel studs broke going down the Interstate causing the wheels to come off into oncoming traffic. This caused damage to the wheel studs, lug nuts, brake calipers,brakes, rotors, rims and tires.

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150.0%
ODI 11720296

While operating my commercial truck , the trailer brake did not work and nearly caused a catastrophic accident. Upon inspection, trailer brake module has failed, power steering fluid leaking, Hydroboost leaking, I towed it to the dealership and they told me the truck is not safe to drive and the brake parts are back ordered and it may take more than 2 months or more for it to become available. They are unsure of when it would be resolved and that the truck is unsafe to drive. I opened a case with RAM and asked for a buyback review. CASE# 95785…

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Service Brakes, Hydraulic
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314.3%
ODI 11720686

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 5500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. Several local dealers were made aware of the issue and confirmed that 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 made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

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1231.6%
ODI 11590318 · 11,870 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving 60 MPH with the cruise control activated, the ABS warning light and the Traction Control Service message was displayed with an audible pinging sound intermittently. Additionally, after the message and audible ping, the cruise control message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS/HCU module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failur…

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18.3%
ODI 11537361

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 5500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V759000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The dealer was made aware of the issue and the contact was informed there was a limited quantity of available parts. The contact was placed on a waiting list. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The contact …

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225.0%
ODI 11543008 · 150,000 mi

The contact owns a 2020 Ram 5500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V759000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulics). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and towing a trailer, while attempting to stop the vehicle, the contact noticed that the vehicle failed to stop within a reasonable amount of time. The contact stated that the vehicle had lost proper braking functionality. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle wa…

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Wheels
125.0%
ODI 10621767 · 25,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE RAM 5500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS WEARING OUT THE TIRES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE REPLACED BOTH FRONT TIRES ON TWO OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE FRONT END WAS OUT OF ALIGNMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 25,000.

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19.1%
ODI 11564991

Took the truck to the ram dealership to get the recall for the rear wheel studs replaced they did the job a few days later the wheel almost came off on the freeway. The mechanic didn’t tighten the lug nuts we caught it just in time before something bad happened. That was 12/11/2023. We took it back to the dealership and they supposedly fixed it.exactly a month later and only 1500 miles on the freeway the wheels came off on the same side the studs were replaced. Tires flew off at 65mph and it hit 2 semi trucks luckily no small cars. Or it would …

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215.4%
ODI 10838538 · 34,000 mi

FRONT TIRES UNEVEN WEAR, TIRE CUPPING. VIBRATION AND NOISY!

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529.4%
ODI 11101984 · 46,610 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 RAM 5500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL BEARING FRACTURED AND DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO TEXAN DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM (18555 EASTEX FWY, HUMBLE, TX) WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 46,610.

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29.5%
ODI 11486725

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 5500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V398000 (Wheels) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

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410.5%
ODI 11252128 · 7,000 mi

MY TRUCK FROM NEW GAD TURBO EXHAUST MANIFOLDS KEPT WARPING BREAKING BOLTS IN THE HEAD EVERYTIME MY RADIO QUITS AND REBOOTS AND GLITCHES AFTER TRUCK UPDATES RUNS POORLY WITH EXCESSIVE EGT AND DEALERS TEFUSED TO DO ANYTHING FOR ME KEPT TELLIN ME THEY DIDNT HAVE PROPER TECH OR TOOLS OR WAS TOLD ALL WAS NORNAL AND MY FRINT 19.5 WHEEL CRACKED IN THE MIDDLE WITH NO IMPACT OR TIRE DAMMAGE RADIO WUITS AND FREEZES REBOOTS SEVERAL TIMEX A DAY

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112.5%
ODI 11630410 · 223,926 mi

The contact owns a 2020 Ram 5500. The contact stated that while driving at 20-25 MPH, the dual wheel tires detached from the vehicle and struck another vehicle. On another occasion while driving 60 MPH, the tires detached. There was no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V398000 (Wheels). The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the wheel studs needed to be replaced. The vehicle w…

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125.0%
ODI 11513738

The wheel studs broke going down the Interstate causing the wheels to come off into oncoming traffic. This caused damage to the wheel studs, lug nuts, brake calipers,brakes, rotors, rims and tires.

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13.8%
ODI 11576587

This is a 2022 Dodge Ram 5500. The wheel studs broke off while driving on the interstate, and the dually tires came off. This is a major safety issue and the driver had a narrow escape. This same issue persisted through the 2012-2021 model years and RAM had a recall (Y26) for those years. I do not believe the issue has been fixed for the 2022 model year. When I asked RAM for reimbursement for the replacement studs and labor, they turned it down saying my model year was not on the list I am looking to escalate this matter before someone else get…

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Electrical System
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327.3%
ODI 10893969 · 400 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 5500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT ROLLED AWAY IN REVERSE. IN ADDITION, THE GEAR SELECTION DISPLAY BACK LIGHT CHANGED FROM WHITE TO YELLOW. WHEN THIS OCCURRED, THE VEHCILE FAILED TO START. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT THE CONTACT WAS UNSURE ABOUT WHAT PART WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE PERSISTED, INCLUDING A NEW FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CHANGE THE GEAR SHIFTER WITHOUT THE BRAKE PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED WHILE IN PARK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE …

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430.8%
ODI 10950205 · 87,000 mi

BATTERY SAVER MODE MSG APPEARED ON DASH. TRUCK HAD 87,000 MILES AND 2400 HOURS. USED AS A ROADSIDE SERVICE WRECKER. TESTED BATTERIES. 1 TESTED BAD. REPLACED BOTH BATTERIES. MESSAGE COMES BACK AT STARTUP ON COLD MORNINGS. MSG STAYS ON UNTIL TRUCK IS WARMED LATER IN THE DAY.

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211.8%
ODI 11266093 · 118,000 mi

ALL FUNTIONS OF STEERING COLUMN FAILED. FOUND UNPOWERED WIRE TO 6STEERING COLUMN MODULE. TRACED WIRE TO FUSEBOX AND FOUND SEVERAL CORRODED WIRES ALONG WITH RUBBER COATING FALLING OFF. REPLACED BAD WIRE ENDS AND AM NOW LOOKING FOR A PERMINENT FIX.

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14.8%
ODI 11606760 · 85,000 mi

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 5500. The contact stated that on several occasions while turned on the vehicle shut off and would not restart. The contact stated that the fuel fuse was replaced at the residence by an independent mechanic but the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the TIPM needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.

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25.3%
ODI 11490056

RADIO UCONNECT 8.4 SCREEN DELAMINATING CAUSING RADIO TO GHOST TOUCH THE SCREEN AND MAKE SOS CALLS BY ITSELF. TURNS RADIO ON AND OFF AND FUNCTIONS ALL ON ITS OWN VERY DISTRACTING. ALSO HAPPENED ON MY OTHER 2018 RAM 3500

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250.0%
ODI 11710690 · 189,040 mi

The contact owned a 2021 Ram 5500. The contact stated that the vehicle is a flatbed tow truck, and while one of his drivers was driving at 48 MPH, the tow truck driver noticed that white/gray smoke was emitting from under the hood. It was unknown if the smoke entered the vehicle. The tow truck was towing a vehicle on a flatbed. The contact stated that the driver noticed multiple lights were illuminated, and the RPM was at zero. The driver stated that an abnormal knocking sound could be heard coming from under the front of the tow truck. The dri…

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13.8%
ODI 11518432

Received notice 8 months ago that the electrical relay that is used for grid heater when starting the vehicle may catch fire causing the entire vehicle to burn to the ground. I contacted RAM immediately and they stated there is no fix available. 8 months later I contacted RAM again and they stated that a fix was in the works but not available to me. I later contacted a dealer to buy a new truck and found they had a stop sell on RAM trucks and the fix was made available to them so the trucks can be sold. RAM should be taking care of truck…

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Engine
125.0%
ODI 10639565 · 1,300 mi

WHEN I PULLED OUT FROM A STOP INTO THE INTERSECTION I REALIZED THE CARS WERE CLOSER THAT I FIRST THOUGHT, AND WHEN I INSTINCTIVELY PUSHED THE ACCELERATOR TO THE FLOOR TO GET OUT OF THE WAY, NOTHING HAPPENED FOR WHAT SEEMS LIKE ETERNITY BUT MAYBE JUST A PORTION OF A SECOND BEFORE THE ENGINE RESPONDS. THIS DELAY COULD BE A LIFE THREATENING SITUATION, SINCE THE VEHICLE DOES NOT RESPOND AS YOU WOULD EXPECT IT TO, AND COULD THEREFORE ALLOW YOU TO BE IN THE PATH OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO GET THE VEHICLE TO MOVE AS YOU WOULD EXPEC…

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327.3%
ODI 10994198 · 110,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 5500. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED ON ITS OWN DUE TO THE DIESEL REGENERATION FILTER AND A WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED, WHICH WARNED OF GOING INTO LIMP MODE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (SOLOMON CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE LOCATED AT 409 NATIONAL PIKE W, BROWNSVILLE, PA 15417, [phone removed]) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DIESEL PARTICLE FILTER WAS ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE REPAIRS WERE UNKNOWN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE …

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538.5%
ODI 11045917 · 50,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 5500. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED COOLANT LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FIELDS CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE-SANFORD (750 TOWNE CENTER BLVD, SANFORD, FL), BUT A LEAK COULD NOT BE FOUND. AFTERWARDS, THE LOW COOLANT INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CHECKED THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND NOTICED THAT COOLANT SPEWED OUT ONTO THE UNDERCARRIAGE AND ELECTRICAL WIRING. THE LOCAL DEALER (BREWBAKER DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM OF PRATTVILLE, 2209 COBBS FORD RD, PRATTVILLE, AL) DIAGNOSED THAT THE WATER PUMP WAS…

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15.9%
ODI 11744191 · 23,000 mi

The contact owns a 2016 Ram 5500. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH on several occasions, the vehicle lost power and unintendedly decelerated. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the residence and there was smoke coming from the engine and there was oil underneath the engine compartment. The contact stated that an independent mechanic arrived at the residence and retrieved a fault code referencing an exhaust system failure and a fire risk. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then towed t…

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29.5%
ODI 11256464

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 5500. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS DRIVING 50-55 MPH, SMOKE EMERGED FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND THE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE. THE DRIVER EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE SERVICE ENGINE AND OIL WARNING INDICATORS WERE ILLUMINATED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT LOT AND THEN TOWED TO MAC HAIK CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM FLOWOOD (4000 LAKELAND DR, FLOWOOD, MS 39232, [phone removed]) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRE…

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12.6%
ODI 11252128 · 7,000 mi

MY TRUCK FROM NEW GAD TURBO EXHAUST MANIFOLDS KEPT WARPING BREAKING BOLTS IN THE HEAD EVERYTIME MY RADIO QUITS AND REBOOTS AND GLITCHES AFTER TRUCK UPDATES RUNS POORLY WITH EXCESSIVE EGT AND DEALERS TEFUSED TO DO ANYTHING FOR ME KEPT TELLIN ME THEY DIDNT HAVE PROPER TECH OR TOOLS OR WAS TOLD ALL WAS NORNAL AND MY FRINT 19.5 WHEEL CRACKED IN THE MIDDLE WITH NO IMPACT OR TIRE DAMMAGE RADIO WUITS AND FREEZES REBOOTS SEVERAL TIMEX A DAY

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18.3%
ODI 11507881

I would like to report a major safety concern with the push button start system and programming on the 2019 and up 5500 cab and chassis with the 6.7 Cummins. On November 29th we had a 2019 Ram 5500 that went in the ditch and ended up on its side because of soft ground. It was laid fully on the passenger side. It was still running. Operator tried to turn off engine and it would not. After he climbed out drivers side window he tried to clamp off fuel line. Truck continued to idle until it stuck a few of the main bearings to the crank shaft . tru…

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Steering
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327.3%
ODI 10717301

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE RAM 5500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 13V527000 (STEERING) AND 14V635000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL); HOWEVER, THE PARTS NEEDED TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO COMPLETE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE VIN WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. UPDATED 09/10/15*LJ UPDATED 10/14/2017*CN

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17.7%
ODI 11122757 · 48,500 mi

STEERING DRAG LINK BROKEN OFF ON PASSENGER (LONG ARM) SIDE OF ADJUSTMENT SLEEVE. NO IMPACT DAMAGE. PART APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. ONLY APPROX 1/3 TO 1/2 OF THE ROD WAS FUSED TOGETHER (SEE PICTURE). VEHICLE WAS BACKING UP AND TURNING IN A PARKING LOT, SLIGHTLY DOWNHILL WITH SERVICE BRAKES LIGHTLY APPLIED. VEHICLE IS HEAVILY LOADED (ELECTRICAL BUCKET TRUCK)

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317.6%
ODI 10808615 · 91 mi

TRUCK STARTS SWAYING FROM SIDE TO SIDE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS (62-72MPH) STEERING IS NON-RESPONSIVE WHEN TRYING TO CORRECT THE SWAY AND THEN STEERING WILL CATCH IMMEDIATELY AND THE SWAYING GETS WORSE. HAVE TO SLOW TO 40 MPH TO REGAIN CNTROL OF THE VEHICLE. VERY DANGEROUS WHEN OTHERS AROUND YOU ARE DRIVING 65-76 MPH. HAPPENS WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY BETWEEN 60-75 MPH. THIS VEHICLE HAD 2 MILES ON IT WHEN PURCHASED. ALL TIRES HAD THE RECOMMENDED AIR PRESSURE IN THEM. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTANT. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES.

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29.5%
ODI 11268481 · 37,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM 5500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED OUT OF GEAR AND WENT INTO NEUTRAL. WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SOUTHFORK CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM [phone removed], LOCATED AT 17725 S FREEWAY, MANVEL, TX 77578) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SHIFTER CABLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FUSE IN THE FUEL PUMP OVERHEATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE FUEL PUMP TO SEIZE AND THE VEHICLE TO SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN T…

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25.3%
ODI 11433823

The steering shaft completely failed while driving. Thankfully the driver was leaving a customer and pulling out of a drive which he was able to drive into a ditch to keep from being hit or hitting others. The problem was fixed by Pliler International in Longview, TX. It has not been inspected by anyone other than mechanic shop. No warnings at the time of incident.

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311.5%
ODI 11507787

Driving down freeway lost all momentum had to coast to the shoulder almost causing several accidents and getting hit by a semi in the process. The truck had no gears whatsoever and gave me on warning something was as it risk for failing. Was told the entire transmission had failed. This was the second transmission ram had put in. The problem is becoming wide spread across the internet as multiple owners are now reporting with no known fix currently. Please note that the file below is the first repair which did nothing but almost cause another a…

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Suspension
125.0%
ODI 10819582 · 20,000 mi

PULLSTAR PUMP HOIST & UTILITY BODY > TOTAL WEIGHT 17,000LBS BOTH REARMOST SHACKLE BOLTS FOUND OVER ONE HALF THE WAY OUT OF PLACE WITH THREADED ENDS WITH NUT MISSING. NEAR DISASTER.

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218.2%
ODI 11439098 · 178,000 mi

The contact's company owned a 2014 Ram 5500. The contact stated while driving at 60-65 MPH, he heard an abnormal loud sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated the rear wheels detached and flew off, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle. The stated the vehicle drove off the road, hit a ditch, rolled over three times, and landed on the passenger side. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact sustained bruised ribs, back, and shoulder. The contact was transported to the…

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17.7%
ODI 10838538 · 34,000 mi

FRONT TIRES UNEVEN WEAR, TIRE CUPPING. VIBRATION AND NOISY!

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211.8%
ODI 10808615 · 91 mi

TRUCK STARTS SWAYING FROM SIDE TO SIDE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS (62-72MPH) STEERING IS NON-RESPONSIVE WHEN TRYING TO CORRECT THE SWAY AND THEN STEERING WILL CATCH IMMEDIATELY AND THE SWAYING GETS WORSE. HAVE TO SLOW TO 40 MPH TO REGAIN CNTROL OF THE VEHICLE. VERY DANGEROUS WHEN OTHERS AROUND YOU ARE DRIVING 65-76 MPH. HAPPENS WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY BETWEEN 60-75 MPH. THIS VEHICLE HAD 2 MILES ON IT WHEN PURCHASED. ALL TIRES HAD THE RECOMMENDED AIR PRESSURE IN THEM. PROBLEM IS INTERMITTANT. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES.

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14.8%
ODI 11316387 · 8,000 mi

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2017 RAM 5500 EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL TIRES, TIRE LINE: HDR, TIRE SIZE: 225/70R/19.5, DOT NUMBER WAS A39YLA4V0217. THE CONTACT STATED BOTH FRONT TIRES WERE ROTATED AND REPLACED 6 TIMES WITHIN 48,000 MILES. THE CONTACT STATED THE OUTSIDE EDGE OF THE TIRE WERE WORN-OUT. THE CONTACT STATED FRONT SUSPENSION REPAIRS WERE NEEDED BUT HAD NOT BEEN PERFORMED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LANDERS MCLARTY DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM LOCATED AT (6533 UNIVERSITY DR NW, HUNTSVILLE, AL 35806) AND WERE UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICL…

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25.3%
ODI 11209597 · 88,000 mi

THE FRAME HAS CRACKED! THIS ISN'T THE FIRST I'VE HEARD ABOUT THESE FRAMES CRACKING EITHER. THERE'S A LOT OF COMPLAINTS ONLINE ABOUT THE DODGE 5500 CRACKED FRAMES

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125.0%
ODI 11513738

The wheel studs broke going down the Interstate causing the wheels to come off into oncoming traffic. This caused damage to the wheel studs, lug nuts, brake calipers,brakes, rotors, rims and tires.

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Darker cells indicate a larger share of submitted complaints. Components overlap. This measures complaint composition, not failure probability.

Failure mileage by component

Median and middle 50% of usable owner-reported mileages. Ranges require at least five records.

Component failure mileage distribution
ComponentMileage range (25th–75th percentile)MedianUsable recordsExamples
Service Brakes, Hydraulic60,000–90,000 mi65,000 mi9
ODI 11590318 · 11,870 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving 60 MPH with the cruise control activated, the ABS warning light and the Traction Control Service message was displayed with an audible pinging sound intermittently. Additionally, after the message and audible ping, the cruise control message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS/HCU module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failur…

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ODI 11668066 · 103,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 vehicle failed to decelerate as intended and the brake pedal felt firm while being depressed. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. Additionally, the contact stated that the ABS system was previously repaired; however, the failure per…

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ODI 11673941 · 60,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS, traction control, speed control, and engine brake became inoperable. There was an abnormal ding sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. 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. The contact called another local dealer, Deland …

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Vehicle Speed ControlToo few reports for a range90,000 mi1 (sparse)
ODI 11734478 · 90,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 and traction control systems' warning lights illuminated. Due to the failure, the cruise control became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the failure was rel…

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WheelsToo few reports for a range32,500 mi2 (sparse)
ODI 11252128 · 7,000 mi

MY TRUCK FROM NEW GAD TURBO EXHAUST MANIFOLDS KEPT WARPING BREAKING BOLTS IN THE HEAD EVERYTIME MY RADIO QUITS AND REBOOTS AND GLITCHES AFTER TRUCK UPDATES RUNS POORLY WITH EXCESSIVE EGT AND DEALERS TEFUSED TO DO ANYTHING FOR ME KEPT TELLIN ME THEY DIDNT HAVE PROPER TECH OR TOOLS OR WAS TOLD ALL WAS NORNAL AND MY FRINT 19.5 WHEEL CRACKED IN THE MIDDLE WITH NO IMPACT OR TIRE DAMMAGE RADIO WUITS AND FREEZES REBOOTS SEVERAL TIMEX A DAY

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ODI 11309128 · 58,000 mi

THE REAR WHEEL STUDS BUST OFF WHEN THE WHEELS GET MUD IN THEM. ONCE THE FIRST ONE GOES THE OTHERS GO RIGHT AWAY. THIS WAS ON A HIGHWAY, IN MOTION DRIVING STRAIGHT. WE ALSO OWN A 2013 RAM 5500 VIN #[XXX] THAT WE'VE HAD THEM BREAK OFF OF ABOUT 5 DIFFERENT TIMES. I ASSUMED A RECALL WAS IN THE WORKS BUT I'VE SEEN NOTHING TO DATE SO I DECIDED IT WAS PAST TIME TO ACT BEFORE SOMEONE GETS KILLED. I PERSONALLY KNOW OF OTHERS WHO HAVE HAD THE DUALS COME COMPLETELY OFF AND INTO TRAFFIC. WE HAVE BEEN LUCKY ENOUGH WE HAVE GOTTEN THE TRUCK SHUT DOWN PRIOR TO…

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Power TrainToo few reports for a range82,000 mi3 (sparse)
ODI 11252128 · 7,000 mi

MY TRUCK FROM NEW GAD TURBO EXHAUST MANIFOLDS KEPT WARPING BREAKING BOLTS IN THE HEAD EVERYTIME MY RADIO QUITS AND REBOOTS AND GLITCHES AFTER TRUCK UPDATES RUNS POORLY WITH EXCESSIVE EGT AND DEALERS TEFUSED TO DO ANYTHING FOR ME KEPT TELLIN ME THEY DIDNT HAVE PROPER TECH OR TOOLS OR WAS TOLD ALL WAS NORNAL AND MY FRINT 19.5 WHEEL CRACKED IN THE MIDDLE WITH NO IMPACT OR TIRE DAMMAGE RADIO WUITS AND FREEZES REBOOTS SEVERAL TIMEX A DAY

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ODI 11320633 · 82,000 mi

I HAVE A 2018 RAM 5500 AND WAS DRIVING UP THE INTERSTATE WORKING IN MY TRUCK AT POSTED SPEED AND THE TRUCK STARTED TO MAKE A VERY LOUD NOISE AND BOOM! THE TRUCK BUCKED LIKE I HAD HIT A SOLID WALL. THE TRUCKS INDICATOR LIGHT FOR AIRBAGS HAD CAME ON, BUT DIDN'T DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH I HADN'T ACTUALLY HIT ANYTHING, THANKFULLY. COME TO FIND OUT AFTER HAVING TO GET A TOW TO THE DEALERSHIP THE TRANSFER CASE HAD EXPLODED AND CAME APART WHICH MADE THE DRIVESHAFT BREAK LOOSE AND COME THROUGH THE FLOORBOARD. WHO KNOWS WHAT ALL DAMAGE WAS DONE BECAUSE THE T…

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ODI 11404657 · 100,066 mi

ON MARCH 23, 2021, WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, I STARTED HEARING THE SAME HUMMING NOISE I HEARD 8 MONTHS AGO WHEN I HAD THE TRANSFER CASE PROBLEM. THIS WAS THE NEW TRANSFER CASE THE DEALERSHIP HAD PUT IN, AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A LOUD BANG/EXPLOSION SOUND FROM WHERE THE TRANSFER CASE EXPLODED. I WAS DRIVING AT 60 MPH AND WAS NOT ABLE TO BRAKE AS I LOST THE BRAKES AFTER THE TRANSFER CASE EXPLODED. AFTER ABOUT 30 SECONDS THE TRUCK COMPLETELY TURNED OFF AND IT STARTED SLOWING DOWN ON ITS OWN, AND AFTER NEARLY HITTING SEVERAL CARS ON THE H…

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SuspensionToo few reports for a range88,000 mi1 (sparse)
ODI 11209597 · 88,000 mi

THE FRAME HAS CRACKED! THIS ISN'T THE FIRST I'VE HEARD ABOUT THESE FRAMES CRACKING EITHER. THERE'S A LOT OF COMPLAINTS ONLINE ABOUT THE DODGE 5500 CRACKED FRAMES

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Complaint and recall timeline

Explore monthly filing activity alongside recall announcements. Up to ten years of monthly history is available.

24V896000 · 2024-11-272 reports2024-102026-09

Solid line: filed complaints. Dashed amber lines: recall announcement dates for this vehicle selection; markers include all recall components. The latest month is partial. Temporal proximity does not establish causation.

Monthly counts, recall campaigns and complaint examples
Monthly complaint and recall timeline
MonthComplaintsCampaigns announcedExamples
2024-100None

No examples available for this selection.

2024-11024V896000

No examples available for this selection.

2024-120None

No examples available for this selection.

2025-010None

No examples available for this selection.

2025-021None
ODI 11641792

My ABS pump went out, causing my stability control to not function and cruise control to not function. Cruise control would randomly deactivate, causing a momentary loss of control and ABS function. Dash light illuminated with codes relating to ABS pump and traction control. ABS pump was replaced (part no. 68195569AB) and problem was fixed, but FCA will not reimburse me since I did the work myself.

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2025-030None

No examples available for this selection.

2025-040None

No examples available for this selection.

2025-051None
ODI 11662197

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 not contacted. 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. VIN tool confirms parts not available

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2025-061None
ODI 11668066 · 103,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 vehicle failed to decelerate as intended and the brake pedal felt firm while being depressed. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. Additionally, the contact stated that the ABS system was previously repaired; however, the failure per…

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2025-071None
ODI 11673941 · 60,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS, traction control, speed control, and engine brake became inoperable. There was an abnormal ding sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. 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. The contact called another local dealer, Deland …

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2025-081None
ODI 11678810

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500 .The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. 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. The contact was informed by the dealer that parts to repair the recall repair were not yet available.

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2025-091None
ODI 11690489 · 91,741 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being driven at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated while driving over speed bumps or uneven pavement. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the man…

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2025-100None

No examples available for this selection.

2025-110None

No examples available for this selection.

2025-122None
ODI 11707514 · 65,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 attempting to come to a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated to respond while the brake pedal was depressed. The ABS and the Traction Control warning lights were intermittently illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall r…

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ODI 11707680

Received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to repair the recall is not available. The manufacturer has exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Because the vehicle currently has this recall, the State of CA will not allow the vehicle to be registered and is now out of operation. In addition, this vehicle is used for business and has resulted in several weeks being out of operation. ABS and traction control warning lights have illuminated while driving over unev…

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2026-011None
ODI 11713659 · 65,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brake, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a warning chime activated continuously. The ABS and Brake warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired due to parts not being available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 65…

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2026-020None

No examples available for this selection.

2026-030None

No examples available for this selection.

2026-042None
ODI 11729900

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made awa…

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ODI 11734478 · 90,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 and traction control systems' warning lights illuminated. Due to the failure, the cruise control became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the failure was rel…

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2026-052None
ODI 11735629

Ref NHTSA 24v-896, Recall C4B The problem started back in 2021 when the anti-lock brake Hydraulic Control Unit failed. It was replaces and then it failed again in Dec 2024 while on vacation. When returning home in Jan 2025, the truck was brought to the dealer for repair. It was found to have failed again and told that a repair parts were not available, nor was it known when the redesigned part would be available. Shortly after that I received a letter stating that my truck was included and confirmed to be part of this recall. I have been severe…

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ODI 11736434

recall C4B hydraulic control unit still not addressed as of may 7 2026 recall received on

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2026-060None

No examples available for this selection.

2026-072None
ODI 11753003 · 80,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was intermittently illuminated. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts for the recall repair was not yet available. The part was available for other year, make, and models. The manufacturer was no…

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ODI 11753251

Subject: Complaint Regarding Delayed Safety Recall Repair – 2018 Ram 5500 (Recall C4B / NHTSA Recall 24V-896) I own a 2018 Ram 5500 Chassis Cab, VIN [XXX]. My truck is subject to Safety Recall C4B (NHTSA Recall 24V-896) involving the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU). I have attempted to have this safety recall completed, but the repair has been delayed because the required replacement part has reportedly been unavailable. This is a federally mandated safety recall involving the vehicle’s braking system. I am concerned that I have been unable…

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2026-080None

No examples available for this selection.

2026-09 (partial)1None
ODI 11765203 · 8,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 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 made aware of the issue. The contact had experienced the failure, and the ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated with an audible ala…

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Emerging complaint spikes

Complete months in the latest six months with at least 10 complaints, at least twice the preceding 12-month average, and at least three square-root deviations above that average.

This is a descriptive screening rule, not a statistical defect finding. Publicity and reporting changes can increase submissions.

No complete months meet the spike thresholds for this selection.

Equal-age model-year comparison

Model-wide cumulative reports during the first three or five calendar years, starting with the model year (age 0). Only fully elapsed windows are compared.

Age 0Age 1Age 225 reports

2022: 25 complaints · 2023: 0 complaints

Equal observation windows
Model yearThrough age 0Through age 1Through age 2
202262025
2023000
Date coverage across each selected cohort
Date basis for all complaints in selected model years
YearIncident dates usedFiling date fallbacksExcluded dates
20222600
2023000

Incident date is preferred when valid and no later than filing; otherwise filing date is used. Model year approximates age. Equal observation time does not adjust for sales, distance driven or reporting delays. One complaint linked to multiple model years can appear in each cohort.

Components reported together

Each cell counts unique complaints naming both components. Open a nonzero cell for examples.

Component co-occurrence matrix
ComponentService BrakesService Brakes, HydraulicVehicle Speed ControlWheelsPower TrainElectrical SystemSteeringSuspension
Service Brakes—0
2
ODI 11516999

ABS TRACTION CONTROL VECHICLE INFO SCREEN SERVICE ABS SYSTEM EBS SYSTEM SERVICE HAVE HAD THE VECHICL FIXED MULTIPLE TIMES BY DEALERSHIP FIXED TEMPORARILY THAN ALL THE ALARMS GO BACK ON AFTER A SHORT TIME ITS BEEN FIXED MULTIPLE TIME PROBLEM ALWAYS RETURNS

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ODI 11641792

My ABS pump went out, causing my stability control to not function and cruise control to not function. Cruise control would randomly deactivate, causing a momentary loss of control and ABS function. Dash light illuminated with codes relating to ABS pump and traction control. ABS pump was replaced (part no. 68195569AB) and problem was fixed, but FCA will not reimburse me since I did the work myself.

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000
1
ODI 11641792

My ABS pump went out, causing my stability control to not function and cruise control to not function. Cruise control would randomly deactivate, causing a momentary loss of control and ABS function. Dash light illuminated with codes relating to ABS pump and traction control. ABS pump was replaced (part no. 68195569AB) and problem was fixed, but FCA will not reimburse me since I did the work myself.

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1
ODI 11735629

Ref NHTSA 24v-896, Recall C4B The problem started back in 2021 when the anti-lock brake Hydraulic Control Unit failed. It was replaces and then it failed again in Dec 2024 while on vacation. When returning home in Jan 2025, the truck was brought to the dealer for repair. It was found to have failed again and told that a repair parts were not available, nor was it known when the redesigned part would be available. Shortly after that I received a letter stating that my truck was included and confirmed to be part of this recall. I have been severe…

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Service Brakes, Hydraulic0—
1
ODI 11734478 · 90,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 and traction control systems' warning lights illuminated. Due to the failure, the cruise control became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the failure was rel…

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Vehicle Speed Control
2
ODI 11516999

ABS TRACTION CONTROL VECHICLE INFO SCREEN SERVICE ABS SYSTEM EBS SYSTEM SERVICE HAVE HAD THE VECHICL FIXED MULTIPLE TIMES BY DEALERSHIP FIXED TEMPORARILY THAN ALL THE ALARMS GO BACK ON AFTER A SHORT TIME ITS BEEN FIXED MULTIPLE TIME PROBLEM ALWAYS RETURNS

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ODI 11641792

My ABS pump went out, causing my stability control to not function and cruise control to not function. Cruise control would randomly deactivate, causing a momentary loss of control and ABS function. Dash light illuminated with codes relating to ABS pump and traction control. ABS pump was replaced (part no. 68195569AB) and problem was fixed, but FCA will not reimburse me since I did the work myself.

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1
ODI 11734478 · 90,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 and traction control systems' warning lights illuminated. Due to the failure, the cruise control became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the failure was rel…

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1
ODI 11570074

The ABS/HCU module has experienced a premature failure which is a huge safety risk as it controls my vehicles' Anti-lock Braking System, Traction Control & Cruise Control systems. Since experiencing this failure, my vehicle has had numerous safety incidents where Braking would lockup, traction with the roadway is lost etc. Please initiate a recall for this issue for these generation of trucks so this safety issue can be addressed.

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1
ODI 11641792

My ABS pump went out, causing my stability control to not function and cruise control to not function. Cruise control would randomly deactivate, causing a momentary loss of control and ABS function. Dash light illuminated with codes relating to ABS pump and traction control. ABS pump was replaced (part no. 68195569AB) and problem was fixed, but FCA will not reimburse me since I did the work myself.

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0
Wheels000—
1
ODI 11252128 · 7,000 mi

MY TRUCK FROM NEW GAD TURBO EXHAUST MANIFOLDS KEPT WARPING BREAKING BOLTS IN THE HEAD EVERYTIME MY RADIO QUITS AND REBOOTS AND GLITCHES AFTER TRUCK UPDATES RUNS POORLY WITH EXCESSIVE EGT AND DEALERS TEFUSED TO DO ANYTHING FOR ME KEPT TELLIN ME THEY DIDNT HAVE PROPER TECH OR TOOLS OR WAS TOLD ALL WAS NORNAL AND MY FRINT 19.5 WHEEL CRACKED IN THE MIDDLE WITH NO IMPACT OR TIRE DAMMAGE RADIO WUITS AND FREEZES REBOOTS SEVERAL TIMEX A DAY

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Power Train000
1
ODI 11252128 · 7,000 mi

MY TRUCK FROM NEW GAD TURBO EXHAUST MANIFOLDS KEPT WARPING BREAKING BOLTS IN THE HEAD EVERYTIME MY RADIO QUITS AND REBOOTS AND GLITCHES AFTER TRUCK UPDATES RUNS POORLY WITH EXCESSIVE EGT AND DEALERS TEFUSED TO DO ANYTHING FOR ME KEPT TELLIN ME THEY DIDNT HAVE PROPER TECH OR TOOLS OR WAS TOLD ALL WAS NORNAL AND MY FRINT 19.5 WHEEL CRACKED IN THE MIDDLE WITH NO IMPACT OR TIRE DAMMAGE RADIO WUITS AND FREEZES REBOOTS SEVERAL TIMEX A DAY

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Electrical System00
1
ODI 11570074

The ABS/HCU module has experienced a premature failure which is a huge safety risk as it controls my vehicles' Anti-lock Braking System, Traction Control & Cruise Control systems. Since experiencing this failure, my vehicle has had numerous safety incidents where Braking would lockup, traction with the roadway is lost etc. Please initiate a recall for this issue for these generation of trucks so this safety issue can be addressed.

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Steering
1
ODI 11641792

My ABS pump went out, causing my stability control to not function and cruise control to not function. Cruise control would randomly deactivate, causing a momentary loss of control and ABS function. Dash light illuminated with codes relating to ABS pump and traction control. ABS pump was replaced (part no. 68195569AB) and problem was fixed, but FCA will not reimburse me since I did the work myself.

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0
1
ODI 11641792

My ABS pump went out, causing my stability control to not function and cruise control to not function. Cruise control would randomly deactivate, causing a momentary loss of control and ABS function. Dash light illuminated with codes relating to ABS pump and traction control. ABS pump was replaced (part no. 68195569AB) and problem was fixed, but FCA will not reimburse me since I did the work myself.

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000—0
Suspension
1
ODI 11735629

Ref NHTSA 24v-896, Recall C4B The problem started back in 2021 when the anti-lock brake Hydraulic Control Unit failed. It was replaces and then it failed again in Dec 2024 while on vacation. When returning home in Jan 2025, the truck was brought to the dealer for repair. It was found to have failed again and told that a repair parts were not available, nor was it known when the redesigned part would be available. Shortly after that I received a letter stating that my truck was included and confirmed to be part of this recall. I have been severe…

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Co-reporting does not establish that one component caused another concern.

Recurring narrative patterns

Specific keyword mentions beyond broad component labels. Matching includes negations and comparisons and does not confirm a diagnosis.

2 patterns with matching reports.

Warning lights and dashboard alerts

15 mentions · 39.5% of complaints

Median mileage: 65,000 mi (11 usable records).

ODI 11465801 · 60,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the rear wheel studs fractured. There were no warning lights. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer which diagnosed failure with the wheel studs. The wheel studs were replaced; however, the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V398000 (Wheels). The approximate failure mileage was 60,000. The contact has noted that this incident has happened 10 times and twice s…

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ODI 11549031

Abs/Hcs module failed causing intermittent braking issues along with intermittent warning light. Had to replace both the pump and module to resolve the issue. Over $1500 in repair.

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ODI 11590318 · 11,870 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving 60 MPH with the cruise control activated, the ABS warning light and the Traction Control Service message was displayed with an audible pinging sound intermittently. Additionally, after the message and audible ping, the cruise control message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS/HCU module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failur…

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Matching rule\b(warning light\w*|check engine|dashboard warning\w*|malfunction indicator)\b

Brake response concerns

2 mentions · 5.3% of complaints

Median mileage: 84,000 mi (2 usable records).

ODI 11668066 · 103,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 vehicle failed to decelerate as intended and the brake pedal felt firm while being depressed. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. Additionally, the contact stated that the ABS system was previously repaired; however, the failure per…

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ODI 11707514 · 65,000 mi

The contact owns a 2018 Ram 5500. 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 attempting to come to a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated to respond while the brake pedal was depressed. The ABS and the Traction Control warning lights were intermittently illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall r…

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Matching rule\b(brake fail\w*|brakes fail\w*|brake pedal|braking distance|unintended braking|phantom braking)\b