RAM 1500 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Problems
Owners have filed 167 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the RAM 1500 across 13 model years. The 2014 model year has the most (35). The words owners use most often: “abs module” (37% of reports).
- 167service brakes, hydraulic complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 8mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 3related recalls
- 35%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- ABS module: mentioned in 62 of 167 complaints (37%)
- Brakes hydraulic electronic: mentioned in 49 of 167 complaints (29%)
- Stability control ESC: mentioned in 44 of 167 complaints (26%)
- Depressing brake pedal: mentioned in 14 of 167 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do service brakes, hydraulic problems happen?
Based on 138 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 167 complaints, 8 mention a crash, 4 an injury.
RAM 1500 service brakes, hydraulic complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes, Hydraulic complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 1500 | 2 | 1% | 2,452 |
| 2024 1500 | 2 | 3% | 16,500 |
| 2023 1500 | 3 | 1% | 17,743 |
| 2022 1500 | 15 | 2% | 37,500 |
| 2021 1500 | 19 | 3% | 42,563 |
| 2020 1500 | 2 | 0% | 67,250 |
| 2019 1500 | 19 | 1% | 77,500 |
| 2018 1500 | 5 | 1% | 76,000 |
| 2017 1500 | 8 | 1% | 89,000 |
| 2016 1500 | 31 | 2% | 100,000 |
| 2015 1500 | 17 | 1% | 88,000 |
| 2014 1500 | 35 | 2% | 105,000 |
| 2013 1500 | 9 | 1% | 88,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (3)
Electronic stability control (esc):control module; service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Model years: 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019, 2021-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 10, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 85B.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinderDo not drive
Model years: 2021
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ram 1500 Classic SLT trucks. Certain vehicles were built without the retaining clip that secures the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal, which can cause the brake pedal to separate from the brake system.
Risk: A separated brake pedal can result in the driver being unable to apply the service brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they receive instructions on the inspection and repair, as necessary. FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install the push rod clip, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US number for this recall is Y04.
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Model years: 2019
Problem: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals. The affected vehicles have a brake pedal that may move too far and separate from pedal assembly.
Risk: If the brake pedal separates from the pedal assembly, the driver may be unable to brake the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the adjustable pedal assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 25, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V07.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS, traction control, and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. On a separate occasion, the transmission failed to shift out of park(P). The contact manually unlocked the automatic gearbox and shifted the…
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V653000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer contacted Stellantis and there was an attempted download of the software upgrade…
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the ABS, brake, and other unknown warning lights illuminated, and the messages "Traction Control Disengaged", "Shift Knob Required Servicing", "Cruise Control Disconnected", "Video…
The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH on the interstate, the vehicle lost traction and fishtailed on the wet roadway. While at a stop and turning, the vehicle started spinning like the vehicle was driving on ice, even though the outside temperature was hot…
The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the cruise control feature was inoperable. The contact stated that the cruise control system failure had…
Frequently asked questions
Do all RAM 1500s have service brakes, hydraulic problems?
No. NHTSA has 167 owner complaints about service brakes, hydraulic for the RAM 1500. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the RAM 1500 service brakes, hydraulic?
Yes: 3 safety recalls list service brakes, hydraulic. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about service brakes, hydraulic problems on the RAM 1500?
The most frequent phrase is “abs module”, in 62 of 167 complaints, followed by “brakes hydraulic electronic” (49).
Other RAM 1500 problems
- Steering problems (2,661)
- Engine problems (2,391)
- Electrical System problems (2,372)
- Power Train problems (1,447)
- Service Brakes problems (1,092)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (1,072)
- Air Bags problems (572)
- Vehicle Speed Control problems (537)
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