2017 Ram 2500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 515about this part
- Share
- 74%of 698 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 61,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 515 complaints about the brakes of the 2017 Ram 2500, 74% of the 698 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 61,000 miles. 7 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“June 26th 2019 my truck felt like it shifted into 4wd on its own, later that day I lost ABS, traction control and cruise control. It went to the dealership where it took 3 days to diagnose. Was informed that ABS pump and ABS control module need to be replaced and the part is not currently available. Further research of internet forums shows this is a known problem and does not appear to be addressed properly. I am still waiting for my truck to be repaired and there is a warranty on it. …”
NHTSA complaint #11231734, filed 2019-07, 26,500 miles“My ABS traction control light came on intermittently prior to 36,000 miles. Took to dealer and they could not find problem. With 42,600 miles lights have come on and set a code. Ram has said they will not fix the problem. A computer has failed. This is a safety issue and should be corrected by Ram. I don't know if this is a continuing problem in these trucks or if faulty parts were placed on mine. I want this issue duly noted. The failed parts are the ABS module and the hydraulic control unit. …”
NHTSA complaint #11143741, filed 2018-10, 33,400 miles“After approximately 8k miles my 2017 Ram 2500 intermittently had the traction control light and ABS light illuminate. At first it would only temporarily flicker and chime, bventually the code/lights remained in the system. When this occurs cruise control is not available. I'm not sure if the ABS or traction control systems operate. After multiple visits to the dealership the issue was located and the ABS module and hydraulic motor control were replaced. Everything has operated properly until the last couple weeks, which is 2 years and 3 months later, with 19.8k miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #11397817, filed 2021-02, 8,000 miles“My 2017 Ram 2500 had 55k miles when I got a dashboard warning indicating that service of my electronic braking system was needed. I also got warning indicators for ABS and traction control. I had poor braking, no traction control and no cruise control when these warning lights were lit. The dealer diagnosed and replaced the ABS hydraulic control unit (hcu), costing me $750. My research reveals that this is a common problem with this truck at various levels of mileage, and Ram/FCA has restricted the distribution of the hcus in recognition of this problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #11374563, filed 2020-11, 55,000 miles“For the past month, I have had intermittent displays of service electronic braking system and service antilock brake system . When this occurs, the cruise control becomes nonoperational. A check of the internet shows that these problems are widely experienced by dodge Ram owners. The display comes on whether sitting or driving.”
NHTSA complaint #11270151, filed 2019-10, 50,697 milesRelated recalls
- 24V896000Nov 27, 2024Chrysler (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…Covers: Ram 2500 2017–2018, 3500 2017–2018, 5500 2017–2018 +1 more
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- 10181550Sep 10, 2020(Revision C) C0020-01-ABS PUMP MOTOR CONTROL - GENERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE
- 10162509May 30, 2019PadKit- Front Disc Brake
- 10162508May 30, 2019PadKit- Front Disc Brake
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14 | 47% |
| 2025 | 6 | 9% |
| 2024 | 15 | 25% |
| 2023 | 5 | 10% |
| 2022 | 22 | 12% |
| 2021 | 10 | 9% |
| 2020 | 14 | 9% |
| 2019 | 16 | 8% |
| 2018 | 2,346 | 90% |
| 2017 | 515 | 74% |
| 2016 | 35 | 14% |
| 2015 | 20 | 9% |
| 2014 | 22 | 6% |
| 2013 | 9 | 5% |
| 2009 | 1 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2017 Ram 2500
121 complaintsVehicle speed control
72 complaintsForward collision avoidance
63 complaintsSteering
49 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
42 complaintsEngine
39 complaintsOther or unknown
31 complaintsSuspension
16 complaintsWheels
12 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsElectronic stability control
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Ram 2500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology