2018 Ram 3500 brakes problems

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• Recall 24V896000Nov 27, 2024317,630 vehicles
  SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

  Chrysler (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 control unit (HCU) may fail, which can cause the anti-lock brake (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), and traction control systems to fail.

  Risk: A loss of anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, or traction control can increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake HCU, or replace the HCU motor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning January 9, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is C4B.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 30, 202620,000 miTXBrakes

   The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the ABS, cruise control, and ESC warning lights were illuminated. The cruise control failed to activate while the warning lights were illuminated. The dealer…

   NHTSA complaint #11768059 · source
2. Filed Sep 25, 202650,000 miWIBrakesAcceleration & Cruise Control

   The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that the ABS warning light intermittently flashed on the instrument panel while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that an audible chime was sounded with the warning light illuminated and the ABS, traction control, and cruise control features became inoperable. The contact stated that the failure almost caused two crashes due to the lack of the ABS functionality. The contact then received notification of NHTSA…

   NHTSA complaint #11766920 · source
3. Filed Sep 21, 2026COBrakes

   The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted and referred the contact to the manufacturer for assistance. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

   NHTSA complaint #11765765 · source
4. Filed Sep 18, 2026NJBrakes

   Fiat Chrysler issued a safety recall in 2024. The FCA recall number is C4B the NHTSA recall number is 24V – 896. This recall was issued almost 2 years ago, but Fiat Chrysler has made little to no effort to make parts available. I’ve attempted to have this recall repaired four times, and I am attempting again today. The dealership and Fiat recall department tell me there are no parts available. Per Fiat Chrysler, they are rolling out parts in stages. They are still working on…

   NHTSA complaint #11765209 · source
5. Filed Sep 16, 2026NCBrakes

   The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.

   NHTSA complaint #11764696 · source
6. Filed Sep 14, 2026CABrakes

   IN 2022 the HCU for the anti-lock brake system fails. On 06/06/2022 The HCU unit was replaced at a RAM deanship. By 2024 the system had failed again. Still there is no resolution solution offered by RAM. It is now 09/14/ 2026. The warning has been going on and off since 2024. Now, the warning light is on almost constantly. Our safety is at risk because while this is happening, the ABS system as well as the traction control system are not functioning. Yes, the RAM dealership…

   NHTSA complaint #11764122 · source
7. Filed Aug 26, 202675,000 miKYBrakes

   The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that the ABS and the HCU were inoperable while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that it was difficult to pull his trailer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired because parts were on backorder. The dealer informed the contact that the repair could be paid for out-of-pocket…

   NHTSA complaint #11759633 · source
8. Filed Aug 25, 202626,000 miMNBrakes

   The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds and hauling a trailer, the “Service ABS” message was displayed with an audible chime. The contact stated that the brake was depressed, the vehicle failed to respond as intended, and became difficult to slow down. The contact stated that excessive force was needed to…

   NHTSA complaint #11759429 · source
9. Filed Aug 24, 2026150,000 miCABrakes

   The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that on various occasions while accelerating from a stop or while driving at highway speeds, the vehicle refused to shift gear and the vehicle lost automotive power, with the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The message "Service Electronic Braking System" was displayed. The contact stated that after the failure occurred, the vehicle was restarted. The local dealer was not contacted but the vehicle was…

   NHTSA complaint #11759184 · source
10. Filed Aug 20, 202670,000 miINBrakes

    The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the ABS warning light illuminated with a continuous audible chime while driving. Additionally, the cruise control was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, but the vehicle was not repaired due to parts not being available.…

    NHTSA complaint #11758325 · source
11. Filed Aug 20, 202627,312 miVTBrakes

    The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The dealer was contacted and diagnosed the vehicle with brake hydraulic control unit failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The dealer performed a temporary fix and replaced the part with the same part that was failing. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…

    NHTSA complaint #11758258 · source
12. Filed Aug 19, 2026GABrakesOther / Unknown

    My ABS alarms constantly as I drive. This issue started in September 2024. I cannot use my truck as desired because of constant alarming making traveling, as the truck was purchased for, impossible to enjoy for us. I have contacted my dealership approximately twenty times about repairing. I have been given multiple answers but have received no help. I have contacted customer care, customer service departments at Stellantis/Mopar five times and basically have been given the…

    NHTSA complaint #11757861 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology