Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 29 | 4.0× | 8 | Brake | Caution |
| 2025 | 65 | 2.3× | 6 | Electrical | Avoid |
| 2024 | 59 | typical | 5 | Brake | Average |
| 2023 | 49 | −46% | 8 | Engine | Good |
| 2022 | 181 | 1.4× | 12 | Electrical | Average |
| 2021 | 108 | −28% | 8 | Electrical | Average |
| 2020 | 162 | typical | 10 | Fuel System | Average |
| 2019 | 193 | typical | 12 | Fuel System | Average |
| 2018 | 2,606 | 12.0× | 9 | Brake | Avoid |
| 2017 | 698 | 3.3× | 11 | Brake | Avoid |
| 2016 | 258 | 1.2× | 12 | Transmission | Average |
| 2015 | 215 | −16% | 13 | Transmission | Average |
| 2014 | 344 | 1.5× | 14 | Steering | Caution |
| 2013 | 178 | −28% | 14 | Engine | Average |
| 2009 | 5 | −99% | 1 | Steering | Good |
* Complaints compared with the median 2500 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Ram 2500 problems
Latest Ram 2500 recalls
Electronic stability control (ESC) › Control module
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Ram 2500 Pickup trucks. The trucks may be equipped with steering column control modules that can cause a loss of electronic stability control.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering column control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 24, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler…
Remedy: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Electronic stability control (ESC) › Control module
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Ram 2500 Pickup trucks. The trucks may be equipped with steering column control modules that can cause a loss of electronic stability control.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the steering column control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Ram 2500 should you avoid?
2018, 2017, 2025 and 2014 — these years have the most complaints relative to other 2500 years at the same age, led by brakes problems in the 2018.
What is the best year for the Ram 2500?
2023 has the fewest complaints compared with other 2500 years at the same age, followed by 2021 and 2013. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Ram 2500 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the brakes (3,048), electrical system (963) and speed control & acceleration (514). Brake complaints peak in the 2018 model year.
How many recalls has the Ram 2500 had?
66 recalls across 2009–2026. The model year with the most is 2013. See all Ram 2500 recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.