2018 Ram 2500 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 2,346about this part
- Share
- 90%of 2,607 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 59,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 2,346 complaints about the brakes of the 2018 Ram 2500, 90% of the 2,607 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 59,000 miles. 26 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.
“When I back up my truck the brake pads chatter while backing. But started when the truck had around 7000 miles on it. I have had it to the dealer and they stated the first visit that that is a normal thing that happens. I took it in a second time because it gift worse and they stated it was the material the pads are made of but have no fix for the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #11311969, filed 2020-02, 7,000 miles“I have a 2018 Ram 2500 with 24320 miles on it. The traction control light/ ABS/ebs service lights come on when driving. The speed control goes off. I have seen on the Ram forum that this is common on this and the 2017 years too. My question is if there are several 100 people with the same problem. Why have you not issued a recall. This will get someon killed if they are not careful.”
NHTSA complaint #11414945, filed 2021-05, 24,300 miles“My truck is sending a message saying service electronic braking and service antilock braking system. I ha e contacted three dealers and all have told me the ABS module and hydrology control unit will need to be replaced. The truck was purchased new in august of 2019 and has 46000 miles on it. All of the dealer have stated there is a national back order for the parts due to the volume of failures that keep happening. This also shuts off the vehicle traction control and stability control when this part fails. …”
NHTSA complaint #11353806, filed 2020-09, 44,900 miles“While driving to work on a state highway the brakes on my vehicle failed. The vehicle is 10 months old and has ~8000 miles on it. The ABS activated while not applying the brakes. When I stepped on the brakes to slow the speed of the vehicle, the vehicle took much longer to slow down and or stop. After which, the ABS and traction control light came on. The light then began to come off and on without a pattern. The car was taken to the dealership and the ABS pump and ABS control module were replaced. This issue occurred without warning. …”
NHTSA complaint #11270492, filed 2019-10, 8,200 miles“Service Electronic Braking system and Service ABS braking system messages with accompanying chimes occur every 2-3 seconds while driving. This turns off the traction control and abs as well as the speed control. Diagnosis reveals abs control module and hydraulic brake control unit needs to be replaced. Vehicle only has 60,000 miles. Parts are discontinued according to dealer site.”
NHTSA complaint #11464289, filed 2022-05, 60,000 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
Related service bulletins
- 11034393Jun 26, 2026Trac-Rite Operation Diagnosis, Chatter, Shudder, Moving From A Stop And Turning
- 10247965Feb 28, 2023CEL (Check Engine Lamp) Illuminates, Recent PCM Replace or Flash Update Performed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P057B Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Performance, P1572…
- 10231735Jan 23, 2023Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- 10229709Dec 2, 2022HUB AND BEARING, Brake, Front For issues with front wheel Hub/Bearing growling or humming noise, appearing to leak grease, or with excessive play, please contact FCA Redacted…
- 10228035Apr 12, 2022Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module/Powertrain ControlModule (ECM/PCM) with the latest available…
- 10230194Jul 16, 2021Head unit button stuck DTC code B14DA-2A
- 10221608Jul 16, 2021Head unit button stuck DTC code B14DA-2A
- 10220496Feb 24, 2021PLATE - CLUTCH PRESSURE For 68RFE trans use selective fit pressure plates between the overdrive and reverse clutch packs and hence use all three 52119929A$, 52119930A$…
- 10188620Feb 24, 2021PLATE - CLUTCH PRESSURE For 68RFE trans use selective fit pressure plates between the overdrive and reverse clutch packs and hence use all three 52119929A$, 52119930A$…
- 10215881Jan 21, 2021Customer may complain of a MIL lamp on. Upon further investigation there could be a fault code in the PCM for P1524 ? Oil Pressure Out of Range ? Camshaft Advance/Retard Disabled.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 14 | 48% |
| 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 2018 Ram 2500
476 complaintsVehicle speed control
342 complaintsForward collision avoidance
225 complaintsOther or unknown
114 complaintsSteering
87 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
75 complaintsEngine
37 complaintsSuspension
21 complaintsWheels
14 complaintsAir bags
11 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
11 complaintsFuel system
11 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2018 Ram 2500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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