repaired · 2026 Q3
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
Risk. A loss of anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, or traction control can increase the risk of a crash.
2017 Ram 5500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 21 owner complaints about the 2017 Ram 5500, most often about the power train. It is covered by 7 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-896 the manufacturer reports only 17% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 10, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2017 Ram 5500 has problems
21 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Power train1 crash/fire/injury
3Service brakes, hydraulic
3Service brakes
3Tires
2Wheels
2Engine1 crash/fire/injury
2Fuel/propulsion system1 crash/fire/injury
2Steering
1Electrical system
44 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 8 | 1 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 1 |
| Steering | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2017 Ram 5500 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 · 2023 Q3
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Risk. Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Electrical system: software
Risk. If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
repaired · 2019 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle…
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repaired · 2019 Q2
Equipment
Risk. If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
repaired · 2019 Q4
Lever and linkage: column shift
Risk. Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle…
repaired · 2019 Q4
Engine: diesel
Risk. The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
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
2017 vs. every other 5500 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 5500 median. How we score
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2017 Ram 5500, and the recalls they led to.
- Front Driveshaft FailureNo recall
- Post Recall Remedy Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) FailureOpen
In owners' words
What 5500 owners report
Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 5500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70-75 MPH, there was an abnormally loud banging sound coming from the vehicle. The driver pulled to the side of the roadway and became aware that the transfer case had fractured into several pieces, and the front…
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 5500. The contact stated while driving approximately 70-75 MPH, there was a loud banging sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the transfer case had fractured and the front driveshaft had failed. The vehicle was towed and remained at the towing lot. The…
The contact owns a 2017 Ram 5500. The contact stated that after shifting into park(P), the vehicle rolled away and the parking brake failed to stop the vehicle. The contact used rocks to chock the front tires to stop the vehicle from rolling. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an…
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