Auburn Hills, MI – December 27, 2024 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the RAM brand, is recalling 317,630 heavy-duty pickup trucks that may experience reduced braking performance or become less stable.
This recall comes on the heels of a U.S. government investigation and affects the following models:
- 2017 – 2018 RAM 2500
- 2017 – 2018 RAM 3500
The 2017-2018 RAM 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis are also included in this recall.
Recall summary
The hydraulic control unit (HCU) – which manages the anti-lock brakes (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC) and traction control – may fail, rendering all three systems out of order.
Recall risks
With ESP and traction control out of action, the truck will be less stable and harder to control during harsh braking and maneuvers, upping the risk of a crash and injury. Malfunctioning ABS may reduce braking power, which can prolong stopping distance. All of these failures up the risk of a crash.
Warning signs
The malfunctioning indicator lamp (MIL) will light up to indicate faulty ABS.
Background of the recall
The recall comes on the back of an ongoing investigation conducted by the U.S. government auto safety regulator.
From 2016 until the recall was announced, the manufacturer and the regulator received close to 60,000 complaints about the issue. There have been no accidents or injuries.
Other RAM truck recalls
Stability issues were the cause of multiple recent RAM recalls, the latest of which happened in November 2024 and affected over 33,000 brand-new RAM 1500 pickup trucks.
In October 2024, close to 273,000 RAMs were recalled because their rearview cameras failed to show an image, as reported.
The repair
Dealers will replace the HCU free of charge.
The owners should receive letters with more information between January 9, 2025, and January 17, 2025.
Is your vehicle a part of this recall?
Over 317,000 pickup trucks are affected by this RAM ABS recall. To do a RAM recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.
