2024 Ram 2500 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2024 Ram 2500 has a Complaint Index of 54 and ranks 7th worst out of 14 model years, earning a Caution verdict. Brakes are the top problem area (25% of complaints), and the truck carries 5 recall campaigns.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 54/100
- #7 of 14 2500 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 59
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 5
- distinct NHTSA campaigns
- Crashes
- 7
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 2
- Injuries
- 8
- Top issue
- Brakes
Top 2024 Ram 2500 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Brakes15 (25%)
- Electrical System12 (20%)
- Engine10 (17%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras7 (12%)
- Transmission & Powertrain7 (12%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires6 (10%)
- Other4 (7%)
- Seat Belts4 (7%)
- Visibility & Wipers4 (7%)
- Airbags3 (5%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Owners describe brake pedal sinking to the floor with little or no stopping power, sometimes causing the truck to roll through intersections or rear-end other vehicles at highway speed.
- Some owners report electronic trailer brake systems disconnecting intermittently, showing warning messages and losing trailer braking entirely.
- A heater grid fire was reported coming from the engine area on a truck with about 25,880 miles.
- Backup cameras have gone black or frozen while reversing, in one case leading to a collision after no warning was given.
- Owners report airbags failing to deploy during multiple front-end collisions at around 65 mph.
- Tires showed thread chunking and separation on multiple wheels, with vibration reported before the damage was found.
2024 Ram 2500 recalls
5 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V327000May 21, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras16 vehicles
Back over prevention: sensing system: camera
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 26V288000May 7, 2026Transmission & Powertrain12,736 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
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.
Remedy: 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.
- NHTSA 24V199000Mar 14, 2024Airbags38,164 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver clockspring/spiral cassette
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 deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: 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.
2024 compared with other 2500 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Ram 2500 reliable?
- Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2024 Ram 2500 has a Complaint Index of 54 and a Caution verdict, ranking 7th worst among 14 model years of this truck.
- What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ram 2500?
- Brakes lead complaints at 25% of the total, followed by the electrical system at 20% and engine issues at 17%, according to NHTSA data.
- Does the 2024 Ram 2500 have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2024 Ram 2500, covering collision avoidance camera software, a powertrain control module speed error, a steering column control module issue, and a rearview camera display problem.
- What year Ram 2500 should I avoid?
- NHTSA complaint data shows 2018 has the highest Complaint Index at 100 and an Avoid verdict, with 2017, 2014, and 2022 also rated Avoid; the 2024 model is rated Caution.
- Is the 2024 Ram 2500 better than other recent years?
- The 2024 Ram 2500 scores better than 2018, 2017, 2022, and 2014, but worse than 2025, which carries a Good verdict with a lower Complaint Index of 31.