2018 Ram 2500 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 476about this part
- Share
- 18%of 2,607 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 37,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 476 complaints about the electrical system of the 2018 Ram 2500, 18% of the 2,607 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 37,000 miles. 7 of these say a crash was involved, 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.
“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“When putting in reverse the backup camera display goes multi color blur.this was about 20k then corrected itself when put in reverses the next time. Didn't think much about it. Now at 42 k its doing it more often. Took it to the dealer and frank at vacaville dodge tells me its out of warranty, when I had already seen there was a recall on this problem. I will document and take pics next time it does it.”
NHTSA complaint #11270913, filed 2019-10, 20,000 miles“Odometer Fraud. The contact intended to purchase a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. The advertised mileage was 130,200; however, a Carfax report displayed a mileage rollback, and the ECU listed the mileage at 200,220.”
NHTSA complaint #11766047, filed 2026-09, 200,220 miles“Sporadically vehicle will not start. Dashboard lights flashing, display toggles through warnings, idle needle and speedometer needle moving while parked, vehicle not on. This has happened several times. Local dodge dealer is currently on 3rd visit to repair.”
NHTSA complaint #11407239, filed 2021-04, 38,623 miles“Loss of communications between several modules. Errors are TPMS loss of commo at all 4 sensors, not able to lock doors loss of key fob communications causeing engine to turn off. Stationary or moving on any road or speed. These began when the vehicle was first purchased oct 2018.”
NHTSA complaint #11277007, filed 2019-10, 56,000 milesRelated recalls
- 18V332000May 17, 2018Chrysler (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…Covers: Ram 2500 2014–2018, 1500 2014–2019, Jeep Grand Cherokee 2014–2018 +12 more
Related service bulletins
- 11037599Sep 21, 2026AIR CLEANER - NONE Instruction to Dealers while ordering the PN# 68137142AD. 1. If the Air Cleaner Assembly is functional and only the MAF Sensor has failed, the dealer should…
- 11035981Jul 29, 2026Sensor - turbocharger speed
- 11035980Jul 29, 2026Sensor - turbocharger speed
- 11033975Jun 12, 2026Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- 11033308May 29, 2026Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- 11032842May 13, 2026Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the…
- 11032824May 7, 2026Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the…
- 11032647May 7, 2026Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the…
- 11030026Mar 3, 2026SPEAKER - NONE
- 11030025Mar 3, 2026SPEAKER - NONE
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10 | 34% |
| 2025 | 40 | 61% |
| 2024 | 12 | 20% |
| 2023 | 10 | 20% |
| 2022 | 61 | 34% |
| 2021 | 35 | 32% |
| 2020 | 20 | 12% |
| 2019 | 29 | 15% |
| 2018 | 476 | 18% |
| 2017 | 121 | 17% |
| 2016 | 38 | 15% |
| 2015 | 28 | 13% |
| 2014 | 42 | 12% |
| 2013 | 41 | 23% |
Other parts of the 2018 Ram 2500
2,346 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.
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