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Electronic stability control (ESC): control module
NewRisk. A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
2026 Ram 2500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 34 owner complaints about the 2026 Ram 2500, most often about the service brakes. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-530 the manufacturer reports only 97% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 5, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2026 Ram 2500 has problems
34 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
14Service brakes
12Electrical system
4Engine
3Exterior lighting
3Forward collision avoidance
2Tires
2Visibility
2Power train
2Steering
55 other systems1 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 14 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 12 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 0 |
| Power train | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| 5 other systems | 5 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2026 Ram 2500 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
NewRisk. A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
NewRisk. Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electronic stability control (ESC): control module
NewRisk. A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NewRisk. An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control
NewRisk. Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NewRisk. An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or gear selection, increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. An incorrect warning light can fail to alert the driver to critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ram.
Best & worst years
2026 vs. every other 2500 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 2500 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 2500 owners report
Recent service brakes complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
On two occasions, my 2026 Ram 2500 suddenly lost power while I was driving. At the same moment, power steering and power brake assist both failed, with no warning. The vehicle was purchased new in February 2026 and had fewer than 10,000 miles at the time of both failures. First failure (repair…
Ever since this truck was brand new the brakes have been very soft. You have to really push down far into the pedal to get this vehicle to stop. It is a hazard and it’s been that way since New furthermore, on the forums there are so many people that have the same complaint the dealership is telling…
I bought my 2026 RAM in Sept 2025. RAM knew about the recall but didn’t announce it until Feb 26. I found that out after I purchased it. The trailer brake module is faulty as you know. I bought it to replace my 2017 RAM that also had an unrepaired recall. I have a camper I would like to use but I…
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