RAM 5500 (RAM) – Hydraulic Brake System Failure (2024)
Hazard assessment based on recall description.
This AI-generated summary is provided for general informational purposes only and is derived from publicly available recall notices. It supplements but does not replace official agency classifications or safety instructions.
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 RAM 5500
Brand
RAM
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018 RAM 5500 vehicles due to service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module issues. A loss of anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, or traction control can increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The hydraulic control unit (HCU) may fail, which can cause the anti-lock brake (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), and traction control systems to fail.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A loss of anti-lock brakes, electronic stability control, or traction control can increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will replace the brake HCU, or replace the HCU motor, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed January 9, 2025. Some owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2025. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is C4B.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026