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#BS-2018-RAM250-1D3A

2018 Ram 2500

Based on reports from 1,000 owners and 10 recalls for this exact model.

Complaints
1,000
Crashes
11
Fires
1
Recalls
10
TSBs
414
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 1,000 complaints, 11 crashes, 1 fires, and 10 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

service abs and electronic brake system alert on

11 complaints • Severity 7.6/10

$X,XXX
2

abs light and traction control lights come on

9 complaints • Severity 7.3/10

$X,XXX
3

abs warning light and stability control warning

7 complaints • Severity 6.9/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the BrakesHIGH

599 owners reported brakes issues — failures commonly reported around 36K miles.

!Inspect the ElectricalMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

65
0–30K
34
30–60K
32
60–90K
10
90–120K
3
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (65 reports) • Median: 36K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Brakes (599 reports).

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Where the complaints fall

Brakes599 (60%)
Electrical114 (11%)
Speed Control70 (7%)
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking41 (4%)
Service Brakes, Air:antilock:abs Warning Light25 (3%)
Steering24 (2%)
Other21 (2%)
Drivetrain19 (2%)

2018 Ram 2500: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Brakes Issues

Brakes complaints account for 60% of all reports filed for the 2018 Ram 2500, with 599 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 36,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 36K-mile mark.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2018 Ram 2500, with 114 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Speed Control Issues

Speed Control complaints account for 7% of all reports filed for the 2018 Ram 2500, with 70 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to speed control-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking Issues

Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking complaints account for 4% of all reports filed for the 2018 Ram 2500, with 41 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

7
18
26
19
24
20
56
21
145
22
742
23

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2018 Ram 2500. Recent trend: increasing.

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Recall History (10 recalls)

17V824000Feb 2018

EQUIPMENT

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf

18E096000Dec 2018

STEERING:LINKAGES

Streetcar ORV LLC (Streetcar) is recalling certain American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) 3" Dualsport aftermarket suspension kits, part numbers N0436000 and N0436001, sold for installation on 2013-2018 RAM 2500 and 3500HD trucks. Improper installation and machining of the original equipment steering knuckle may weaken the joint between the steering drag link and knuckle.

18V100000Feb 2018

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.

18V332000Jun 2018

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

18V398000Aug 2018

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

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About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 1,000 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 10 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

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2018 Ram 2500: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2018 Ram 2500?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2018 Ram 2500 is related to the brakes, with 599 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2018 Ram 2500 reliable?
The 2018 Ram 2500 has 1,000 complaints, 11 crash reports, and 1 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How much does it cost to fix 2018 Ram 2500 problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2018 Ram 2500 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2018 Ram 2500 has 10 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Ram 2500 problems start?
Based on 144 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 36,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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