2017 Ram 2500 Brakes Problems
Brakes account for 512 of 693 complaints (74%) filed for the 2017 Ram 2500, the highest share of any year in this dataset. NHTSA recall 24V896000 covers a failing brake hydraulic control unit (HCU) that can disable ABS. Median mileage at failure is 60,000 miles.
- Brakes complaints
- 512
- 74% of 693
- Crashes reported
- 7
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 60,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical brake symptoms owners report
- ABS and traction control warning lights illuminate intermittently, sometimes disabling cruise control at the same time.
- Brakes lock up unexpectedly on dry or wet pavement, causing the truck to skid and in some cases collide with another vehicle.
- Drivers report firm brake pedal pressure producing little or no stopping power, leading to loss of vehicle control.
- The ABS pump and control module fail and dealers report the replacement part is on national backorder for extended periods.
- Repeated dealer visits reset codes or replace fluid without fixing the underlying ABS/electronic braking system fault, and the warning returns.
When 2017 Ram 2500 brake complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 29, 2018, latest Sep 21, 2026.
Brakes recalls for the 2017 Ram 2500
- NHTSA 24V896000Nov 27, 2024Brakes317,630 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. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed January 9, 2025. Some owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated October 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is C4B.
Brakes complaints by 2500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are brake complaints for the 2017 Ram 2500?
- NHTSA lists 512 brake-related complaints for the 2017 Ram 2500, which is 74% of the 693 total complaints filed for that model year, the highest share among the years compared.
- Is there a recall for the 2017 Ram 2500 brakes?
- Yes. Recall 24V896000, reported November 27, 2024, covers a failing brake hydraulic control unit (HCU) that can disable ABS on 2017-2018 Ram 2500 and related trucks. The remedy is dealer replacement of the HCU or its motor free of charge.
- At what mileage do 2017 Ram 2500 brake problems usually show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 60,000 miles for brake complaints on this model year.
- Have the 2017 Ram 2500 brake problems caused crashes?
- NHTSA recorded 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 2 injuries linked to brake complaints for the 2017 Ram 2500.