2024 Ram 2500 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (13) · Power Train (7) · Engine (5)
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Safety recalls (5)
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera 2026-05-21 · campaign 26V327000 · 16 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 and 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, 2024 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Contamination in the central vision processing module or improper programming may cause the rearview camera image not to display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the central vision processing module software or replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning July 16, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 46D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.
Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 2026-05-07 · campaign 26V288000 · 12,736 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Ram 2500 Pick up trucks. A software error in the powertrain control module may improperly allow the vehicle speed to exceed the tire speed rating, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Risk: Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 43D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 14, 2026.
Air Bags:frontal:driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette 2024-03-14 · campaign 24V199000 · 38,164 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deployi
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.
Steering:steering Control Module 2023-11-28 · campaign 23V799000 · 185,251 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2023-2024 Ram 2500, 4500/5500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the high beams to activate when the turn signal is used or activate the turn signal when the high beams are used. In addition, the turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safe
Risk: Turn signals and/or high beams that do not function as intended may cause confusion or reduced visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the steering column control module (SCCM) software, and inspect and replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are B2A and D5A.
Back Over Prevention:display Function 2023-09-28 · campaign 23V654000 · 272,911 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ram 1500, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and 2022-2024 Ram 2500 vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 97A.
Service bulletins (308)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-10-15 · 9100945 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
fuse block - pwr distribution a/c blowing hot air or not working. a/c relay clutch not operating, dealers are unnecessary replacing pdcs. battery disconnection is required to reset pcm. please follow sol s2624000004.
Electrical System 2026-10-15 · 9100938 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
fuse block - pwr distribution
Electrical System 2026-10-14 · 08-375-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tow nav menu option unavailable - ubq/ubw customers may comment on the following: symptom: ● tow nav menu option is grayed out and cannot be selected.
Structure:body 2026-09-08 · 9100901 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
passive entry o/s dr handle prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform star online s2623000040.
Structure:body 2026-09-02 · 9100892 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
switch - tailgate handle prior to replacing the tailgate handle switch, please review mastertech article - tailgate handle inoperative.
Electrical System 2026-09-01 · S2623000052 REV. A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
airbag warning light on or intermittent. the occupant restraint controller (orc) may have the following dtcs (active/stored)
Showing the 6 most recent of 308 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-22 · Unknown Or Other“while driving a phantom auto trailer light will come on and i am not tow anything. while towing phantom check brake wiring and trailer brake disconnected warning lights appear. …”
2026-09-11 · Service Brakes“while driving, the vehicle suffered a sudden, complete, and catastrophic loss of braking power due to a total failure of the brake fluid line. the vehicle had to be immediately pulled off the road to avoid a serious collision.the vehicle was transported to a certified ram dealership service center (southern motors cdjr in savannah, ga). upon inspec…”
2026-09-04 · Tires:sidewall“lt275/70r18 firestone e transforce ht2 upon seeing warning lamp for low air second time, tire was taken to independent shop for inspection and repair. tech stated tire (23000 miles) could not be repaired because of a safety issue due to sidewall seperation defect with no sign of impact or run flat damage. the rubber was soft and thin. could have …”
2026-09-02 · Engine“i had a sent the vehicle in for warranty repairs for what i was told faulty lifters. the paper work shows lifters and cam was replaced and some rocker and some rods but not all. no photos provided. after my first oil change after the repair the noise is back and they state its normal and it has been noted. …”
2026-08-24 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 15,000 mi“the contact owns a 2024 ram 2500. the contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal went to the floorboard. the contact had to pump the brake pedal several times to stop the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for an oil change, and the contact informed the dealer of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnos…”
2026-06-29 · Exterior Lighting · 12,000 mi“the contact owns a 2024 ram 2500. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the trailer braking system failed to operate, slow the vehicle, or stop the trailer while the brake pedal was depressed. the contact stated that the trailer brake disconnected warning light was illuminated. the contact researched and was made aware of n…”
2026-06-22 · Engine“this is a brand new truck with 22,000 miles, a rod came loose in the engine when i was driving it, and blew a hole in the engine at 65 mph, the rod then shot through my oil pan, i lost all drivability, no steering, no gas and i could not see due to black smoke. i almost died! i was able to pull over all the way to the left by the grace of god, not…”
2026-06-09 · Service Brakes“brakes always collapse to the floor. you cannot stick your toe in between the brake and the floorboard. but if you pump up the brakes like you used in the 1970''s the brake will rise and you can put a full foot underneath between the brake and the floorboard. those making the brakes stop the truck 80%better. but if you put it in 4x4 mode there is a…”
2026-05-06 · Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control“the vehicle experienced repeated electrical and no-start issues believed to be related to the rf/electrical communication system. the truck has been returned to the dealership repeatedly for this issue and recently spent approximately two months at the dealership for diagnosis and repair. after finally being returned, the vehicle was completely dea…”
2026-05-02 · Back Over Prevention: Warnings · 💥 crash“i was in my yard backing my truck up and the camera froze in the location that i was in and the sensors did not beep. the distance that i was backing up was not very far. it wasn't until i backed into a post in the front of my house, that i realized the camera and sensors had temporarily failed. …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.