How many 2017 Ram 2500 owners reported Collision Avoidance & Cameras problems?

NHTSA lists 64 complaints in this area for the 2017 Ram 2500, which is 9% of the 693 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2017 Ram 2500 ABS or collision avoidance system?

No. NHTSA shows 0 related recalls tied to this complaint area for the 2017 Ram 2500.

At what mileage do these problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 80,000 miles.

Did these ABS issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this complaint area on the 2017 Ram 2500 shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.

Is the 2017 Ram 2500 worse than other years for this problem?

The 2017 model shows a 9% share of complaints in this area, the same 9% share as the 2018 model, both notably higher than most other Ram 2500 model years listed.

2017 Ram 2500 Collision Avoidance & Cameras Problems

NHTSA lists 64 Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints for the 2017 Ram 2500, 9% of all 693 complaints for the year. Median mileage at failure is 80,000. There are 0 related recalls and no reported crashes, fires, or injuries.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints: 64; 9% of 693
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 80,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical collision avoidance system symptoms owners report

ABS and Service Electronic Brake warning lights flash on and off intermittently, sometimes with a dash chime and no stored code.
The ABS Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) or ABS module fails, disabling cruise control and 4x4 function until parts arrive, with owners reporting long backorder waits.
Traction control light activates alongside the ABS light and blocks or blanks the digital speedometer display.
Owners describe the ABS system throwing code C0020-01, pointing to a pump motor control failure inside the hydraulic control unit.
Some owners report the issue recurs after a prior repair, especially during rain or high humidity, suggesting a moisture-related fault.
Several owners state parts for the ABS module or HCU are on extended backorder, leaving the vehicle without working ABS or cruise control.

When 2017 Ram 2500 collision avoidance system complaints were filed

First complaint Nov 11, 2021, latest Jul 13, 2026.

64 complaints filed with NHTSA from Nov 2021 to Jul 2026; peak Oct 2023 (9).

Collision Avoidance & Cameras recalls for the 2017 Ram 2500

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Collision Avoidance & Cameras complaints by 2500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20130 (0%)
20141 (0%)
20151 (0%)
20164 (2%)
201764 (9%)
2018232 (9%)
20194 (2%)
20202 (1%)
20213 (3%)
20229 (5%)
20231 (2%)
20247 (12%)
20251 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

How many 2017 Ram 2500 owners reported Collision Avoidance & Cameras problems?: NHTSA lists 64 complaints in this area for the 2017 Ram 2500, which is 9% of the 693 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2017 Ram 2500 ABS or collision avoidance system?: No. NHTSA shows 0 related recalls tied to this complaint area for the 2017 Ram 2500.
At what mileage do these problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 80,000 miles.
Did these ABS issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this complaint area on the 2017 Ram 2500 shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.
Is the 2017 Ram 2500 worse than other years for this problem?: The 2017 model shows a 9% share of complaints in this area, the same 9% share as the 2018 model, both notably higher than most other Ram 2500 model years listed.