3.4

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
39,542 miles

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2017 Ram 2500 brakes problems

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2017 Ram 2500 Owner Comments

problem #10

Jun 252024

2500

  • 44,020 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal was soft, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. Several warning lights related to the braking system were illuminated. Additionally, the speedometer became inoperable. The contact drove to the residence. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 44,020.

- Telford, TN, USA

problem #9

Dec 182023

2500

  • 62,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the ABS inadvertently activated while making a turn. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the ABS pump was replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who determined that the electronic module needed to be replaced, but the part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.

- Sand Springs, OK, USA

problem #8

May 252022

2500

  • miles
I concern about the abs control unit is not in the recalls section. I have 2017 ram 2500 cummin and I can't find this particular piece. look like this have the be in recall safety. I'm being with this problem about a year already and is always showing in my dash light all the time. this for sure is a recall problem

- Kissimmee, FL, USA

problem #7

Jul 052023

2500

  • 62,400 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the ABS warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 30 MPH and hauling a camping trailer, he depressed the brake pedal to make a turn, but the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that he made the turn and engaged the electronic parking brake to stop the vehicle. The contact was able to continue driving and used the electronic parking brake to stop the vehicle as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the brake master cylinder had detached from the hydro boost. The dealer informed the contact that both parts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact stated that while driving, the front brakes locked up. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was being diagnosed with the remote assistance of Chrysler engineers. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Action Number: PE22012 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The failure mileage was approximately 62,400.

- Darlington, SC, USA

problem #6

Oct 012023

2500

  • 46,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light and the traction control warning light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the hydraulic control unit had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the HCU had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that he was responsible for parts and labor. The failure mileage was approximately 46,000.

- Auburn, NY, USA

problem #5

May 022023

2500

  • 42,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated that the dealer had previously replaced the ABS module twice; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Repair ABS System message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS module needed to be replaced for the third time; however, the replacement part was on backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 42,000.

- West Palm Beach, FL, USA

problem #4

Feb 012023

2500

  • 48,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated that the ABS and traction control warning lights were intermittently illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to dealer where he was informed that the part to repair the vehicle was on back order. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000.

- Tracy, CA, USA

problem #3

Sep 052022

2500

  • 46,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving at 30-35 MPH on a damp road and approaching a stop light, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes locked, causing the vehicle to slide. The traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated as he released the brake pedal and reapplied it slowly, the vehicle responded as needed. However, the failure reoccurred while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with brake circuit failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related to NHTSA Action Number:?PE22012 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 46,000.

- Ragley, LA, USA

problem #2

Jul 012017

2500

  • 0 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal failed to respond when depressed, and required a longer braking distance. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not yet taken to an independent mechanic or local dealer for diagnostic test or repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

- Edinboro, PA, USA

problem #1

Oct 122021

2500

  • 45,000 miles
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the ABS, traction control, and "Service anti-lock braking system" warning lights and messages were illuminated. The four-wheel drive and cruise control were also inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer diagnosed with a code reader that the anti-lock brake control module and hydraulic control unit was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact there was no recall associated with the VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000.

- Pompano Beach, FL, USA

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