2017 Ram 2500
Common Problems
Ranked from 332 federal NHTSA complaints and 5 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
26 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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ABS and Traction Control System Failure
226complaintsSafety riskOtherThe Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Traction Control systems fail intermittently, causing the respective warning lights to flash and disabling safety features.
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Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) Failure
89complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe HCU fails, leading to the ABS light turning on and off, and disabling cruise control and 4WD.
$800–$2,000est. abs module replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 24V896000
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ABS Module Failure
37complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module repeatedly fails and requires replacement.
$800–$2,000est. abs module replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 24V896000
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ABS Pump Motor Control General Electrical Failure
20complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe anti-lock brake system (ABS) pump motor control experiences general electrical failure, leading to intermittent ABS and traction control light activation.
$800–$2,000est. abs module replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 24V896000
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Steering Components Welded During Recall
13complaintsSafety riskSteeringWelding of steering components during recall repairs makes alignment impossible and poses safety risks.
Related recalls: 19V021000, 18E096000
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Engine Grid Heater Bolt Failure
11complaintsHigh severityEngineThe grid heater bolt fails, potentially causing engine failure and extensive internal damage.
Related recall: 17V562000
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ABS Warning Light Illumination
10complaintsLow severityBrakesThe Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) warning light frequently illuminates, indicating potential issues with the braking system.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 24V896000
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Cruise Control Malfunction
10complaintsLow severityBrakesThe cruise control feature becomes inoperative when the ABS and Traction Control warning lights are illuminated.
Related recall: 24V896000
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Traction Control System Malfunction
10complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe Traction Control System malfunctions, causing the Traction Control warning light to illuminate and reducing vehicle stability.
Related recall: 24V896000
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ABS/HCU Failure
8complaintsSafety riskBrakesThe Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) fail, leading to intermittent warning lights and potential loss of braking control.
Related recall: 24V896000
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Recall Delayed
8complaintsMedium severityOtherManufacturers delay addressing recalls, leading to unresolved issues and customer frustration.
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Traction Control and ABS Warning Lights
8complaintsSafety riskBrakesTraction control and ABS warning lights illuminate intermittently, indicating potential issues with the anti-lock braking system and traction control system.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 24V896000
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ABS and Electronic Brake System Failure
7complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) and Electronic Brake System modules fail, causing intermittent brake warnings and potential loss of braking control.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 24V896000
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Brake Pedal Locks Up During Deceleration
7complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake pedal locks up during deceleration, causing the vehicle to fail to respond to the brake pedal, increasing the risk of accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 24V896000
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Suspension and Alignment Issues
5complaintsMedium severitySuspensionSuspension and alignment issues cause pulling to the right, uneven tire wear, and difficulty in wheel alignments.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 19
Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction
4complaintsSafety riskElectricalForward collision avoidance system malfunctions, indicated by warning lights and system failures, pose a risk of accidents.
Related recall: 18V332000
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Steering System Malfunction
4complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering system experiences sudden loss of tension or slippage, leading to difficulty in controlling the vehicle.
Related recalls: 19V021000, 18E096000
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Loss of Traction Control and Cruise Control
3complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe Traction Control and Cruise Control systems fail simultaneously, leading to loss of vehicle stability and control.
Related recall: 24V896000
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Air Bag Deployment Malfunctions
2complaintsHigh severityOtherUnexpected air bag deployments occur without apparent reason, posing a safety risk of injury or fire.
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Random 4WD Engagement Without User Input
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe vehicle randomly engages 4WD without user input, potentially causing damage to the drivetrain and difficulty in controlling the vehicle.
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Tailgate Latch Detachment
2complaintsLow severityOtherTailgate latches detach without warning while driving at various speeds.
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Tire Issues
2complaintsMedium severityOtherFirestone Transforce tires on the 2017 Ram 2500 have uneven wear and can blow out at any time.
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Unreliable cruise control functionality
2complaintsLow severityElectricalCruise control malfunctions by accelerating unexpectedly when the gas pedal is released.
Related recall: 18V332000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.