10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
15 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
695 miles

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2018 Ram 2500 Owner Comments (Page 10 of 79)

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problem #1398

Aug 012024

2500

  • miles

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

Abs not functioning. Multiple online forums with complaints for faulty abs module and pump. Abs pump not working. Scanner will not communicate with abs. 2017-2018 Ram 2500 very common known issue.

- Lafargeville , NY, USA

problem #1397

Apr 292024

2500

  • miles
Code C0020-01 appears and ABS service light appears - the vehicle is equipped with a defective and dangerous hydraulic control unit (HCU) module and anti-lock braking system (ABS) module. Anti-lock braking, traction control and speed (cruise) control are inoperable. Causing a safety concern

- Dunedin, FL, USA

problem #1396

Aug 292024

2500

  • miles
The Hydraulic Control Unit Chrysler part number 68143491AA failed and been replaced previously on my vehicle. This causes the Anti-lock braking system and Traction control system to no longer function limiting function under wet or slippery conditions. This puts the driver and others at risk. The problem has been reproduced by my local dealer and the vehicle will be dropped off for evaluation again this week. The manufacturer has not evaluated the product. Abs and traction control lamps are intermittent when the issue occurs.

- Waxahachie, TX, USA

problem #1395

Aug 302024

2500

  • miles

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

I have had the ABS/HCU replaced a year or two ago and now I-??ve got the same issue again today 8/30/2024. Code C0020. I have to wait to get it to the dealership after the long weekend and holiday on Monday so they can check it out. Lights flashing in the dash and cruise control is not working when this happens.

- Winterville , NC, USA

problem #1394

Aug 292024

2500

  • miles
Abs traction control light

- Perry, GA, USA

problem #1393

Aug 302024

2500

  • miles
ABS light and traction control light randomly come on while driving and sometimes apply the brakes without warning. Scanned for codes and was given a codes for an abs module failure. This seems to be a very common failure on these vehicles and should be addressed with a recall as it is very unsafe. I have almost been rear ended several times.

- Lynnfield, MA, USA

problem #1392

Apr 282023

2500

  • miles

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

My 2018 Ram 2500 had a ABS/Traction Control warning light and I took it back to the dealer 01/12/21 and had the the HDC replaced. Mileage on the truck at that time was 16,220. Warranty covered the problem. Problem returned and took it back to the dealer 04/28/23. Mileage at that time was 24,824. Was told that it was no longer under warranty. Was told the part only had a two year warranty. The dealer didn't have the part at that time due to numerous problems with this system. Truck only has 29,022 miles at this time. I haven't had the part replaced and just have to listen to the warning chime continually sounding. Researching the internet reveals this problem is very common and should be a recall with the manufacturer fixing this known problem. I have the Dealer Service Documents.

- Mobile, AL, USA

problem #1391

Aug 072024

2500

  • miles
Vehicle gives warning on the dash for ABS and anti skid off. Along with an audible warning. the warning on the dash states the anti lock brake system needs repaired. While this is active the cruise control does not work as well as the anti lock and anti skid system.

- Eagle River, AK, USA

problem #1390

Oct 012023

2500

  • miles
error code c0020-01abs/hcu pump motor control. i am one of thousands with the problem of getting abs and traction control lights flashing on my dash of my truck. it takes away my abs brakes my cruise control and the trailer brakes. i use my truck to pull a large trailer which has forced me to stop using my truck and it is now useless to me.please help us all and force ram to recall and fix our problem. my truck is a 2018 2500 and has 18,000 miles on it. and now i can not use it.

- Canton, PA, USA

problem #1389

Jul 152024

2500

  • miles
ABS /Traction Control warning chimes and lamps providing erratic behavior and constant noise/distraction. In doing some basic research, this is a known issue for these trucks.

- Rocky Mount, VA, USA

problem #1388

Aug 252024

2500

  • miles

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

My ABS and HCU modules are both bad. Leaving me vulnerable to locking my brakes on wet roads. My traction control will not work because of this as well. This is unsafe.

- Ocean Springs , MS, USA

problem #1387

Aug 102024

2500

  • miles
C0020 error code. Required replacement of ABS system's HCU (hydraulic control unit). Vehicle's ABS and electronic braking systems warning systems would flash. Loss of cruise control when the warning light came on. Vehicle lacked ABS made especially dangerous in wet road conditions while towing.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

problem #1386

Sep 012022

2500

  • miles
ABS hydraulic control unit motor failure, occurred at 25k miles, just outside of 3 year warranty as I bought truck used from a dealer. Intermittent loss of ABS and traction control with no warning, and constant dinging sound while driving as the motor reconnects and disconnects. Currently have 40k miles, have not repaired as from what I-??ve heard from other owners and seen online, the repair is $1000-$2000 depending on dealer, and the repair may only last 25k miles if the part installed is of the same build quality. Many owners have resorted to replacing the ABS pump motor with parts from other makes/models of vehicles, as it seems the Mopar part is dealer-only availability at this point. I have found a dealer source that has a new upgraded part number that I will be ordering from and finally replacing, but I have no hopes that the part will last any longer than others have seen. I am only replacing the part as there is a class action lawsuit pending. My hope is that a safety recall be issued, as this is a prevalent problem in the 2017-2018 Ram trucks.

- Farwell, MI, USA

problem #1385

Aug 012023

2500

  • miles
Vehicle constantly displays -??service electronic braking system-?? message. ABS light will not turn off. Dealer tells me there is nothing they can do for me and they have multiple customers with 2018 RAMs with same issue and replacement parts are not available.

- Vicksburg, MS, USA

problem #1384

Aug 172024

2500

  • miles
While driving pulling a trailer the service antilock brake system light started to flash on and off sporadically the entire time i was driving. It does it now every time i start the truck. Doing research it's a know problem. The truck has 43k miles. While the light is on the braking is not what it should be for a truck that can haul the loads it's supposed to. Definitely a safety hazard.

- West Union, OH, USA

problem #1383

Jan 012024

2500

  • miles
The Service Anti-lock Braking System warning lights and audio alarms come on almost constantly at times along with the cruise control failing, a common problem I understand which Dodge Ram has to be aware of. This truck has only 7000 miles on it!

- Lisbon, OH, USA

problem #1382

Jun 122022

2500

  • miles
The service electronic brake light and traction control light on my 2018 Ram 2500 keeps going on and off while driving. This started with only 12,048 miles and 6 weeks over my 3 year warranty. Research shows that this is a common issue with 2018 Rams and newer. Thousands of complaints have been reported and there are several Class Action Lawsuits regarding this issue in several States. Also being reported, is that this issue causes towing problems and the cruise control to malfunction, so I don't dare to use either when traveling. Even with repairs, if you can find the parts, some owners are reporting several repeated failures. You can't replace defective parts with more defective parts and expect a resolution to the problem. Though I have not had brake failure yet, and with only 27,000 mile, it is always on my mind while driving. I don't feel safe when driving my vehicle, hence the low mileage. Chrysler needs to be held accountable and a recall needs to be issued for all makes/models/years having this issue.

- Windsor, ME, USA

problem #1381

Aug 212024

2500

  • miles
ABS and TCS modules failing cruise control and abs unavailable when lights appear on dash. Vehicle not inspected by authorities or dealer at the moment will take to service center shortly.

- Seven Valleys, PA, USA

problem #1380

Aug 202024

2500

  • miles
ABS Pump Motor Control: General Electrical Failure code-C0020-01

- Duncannon, PA, USA

problem #1379

Dec 202022

2500

  • miles
Abs module failure. Traction control failure Stability control failure. Module replaced by dealer once under warranty and failed a little over a year later. Dealer would not replace defective unit stating it was out of warranty.

- Brooksville, FL, USA

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