2018 DODGE RAM 5500 PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. ABS Module/ABS System Failure:

  • ABS module replaced twice, service ABS and electronic braking messages appear randomly
    
  • ABS system lights flashing, affecting cruise control and trailer brakes
    
  • Multiple issues with ABS/traction control system, alarms persist despite multiple repairs
    
  • Premature ABS/HCS module failure, over $1500 in repair
    
  • ABS module failure affecting braking, traction control, and cruise control systems
    
  • Intermittent loss of ABS braking system, common problem with these trucks
    

• 2. Transfer Case Failure:

  • Transfer case exploded while driving on the highway, front drive shaft punctured hole in floorboard
    
  • Premature failure of transfer case resulting in loud bang and loss of brakes, diagnosed with transfer case failure
    
  • Transfer case exploded at 60 mph, causing vehicle to turn off and slow down on its own
    
  • Transfer case problem causing loud humming noise and eventual explosion, safety concerns raised by tow truck driver
    

• 3. Wheel Stud Failure:

  • Rear wheel studs fractured while driving, failure reoccurred after replacement, related to NHTSA recall
    
  • Rear wheel studs bust off when wheels get mud in them, issue observed multiple times on different vehicles, safety concern
    
  • Rear wheel studs breaking off on the highway, issue observed multiple times, potential safety hazard
    

• 4. Frame and Steering Shaft Failure:

  • Frame has cracked, common complaints online about Dodge 5500 cracked frames
    
  • Steering shaft completely failed while driving, fixed by mechanic shop, no warnings at the time of incident
    

• 5. Radio/Entertainment System Issues:

  • Uconnect 8.4 screen delaminating, causing radio to ghost touch and make SOS calls by itself, distracting while driving
    
  • Radio issues include freezing, rebooting, and glitching, impacting overall performance of the vehicle
    

• 6. NHTSA Recall Issues:

  • Notification received for recall related to wheel studs, part not yet available for repair, exceeding reasonable repair time
    
  • Recall related to wheels, part not yet available, dealer and manufacturer notified, parts distribution disconnect