2024 Ram 2500

▲ Better than typical
2024 Ram 2500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:21:05.834Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ram 2500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2024 highlighted. 2009: 5 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2012 2013: 178 complaints 2014: 340 complaints 2015: 211 complaints 2015 2016: 253 complaints 2017: 669 complaints 2018: 2486 complaints 2018 2019: 188 complaints 2020: 161 complaints 2021: 102 complaints 2021 2022: 171 complaints 2023: 47 complaints 2024: 54 complaints 2024 2025: 56 complaints 2026: 17 complaints 2026
2024: 54 complaints
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YearComplaints
20095
20100
20110
20120
2013178
2014340
2015211
2016253
2017669
20182486
2019188
2020161
2021102
2022171
202347
202454
202556
202617

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SERVICE BRAKES 22%

22% of complaints: service brakes — 12 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
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The contact owned a 2024 RAM 2500. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 40 MPH, he attempted to slowly bring the vehicle to a complete stop upon approaching a stop sign.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241009

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 20%

20% of complaints: electrical system — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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back up camera went black while backing up.This caused me to hit a vehicle.Will be taking to dealer for inspection.No warning.

NHTSA ODI report, 20241111

ENGINE 15%

15% of complaints: engine — 8 distinct reports on file.

POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 7 distinct reports on file.

SEAT BELTS 7%

7% of complaints: seat belts — 4 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20231024 — back over prevention

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ram 1500, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and 2022-2024 Ram 2500 vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying.

Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 97A.

Campaign 23V654000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20231219 — exterior lighting, steering

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2023-2024 Ram 2500, 4500/5500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 3500 vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the steering column control module (SCCM) software, and inspect and replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023.

Campaign 23V799000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20240411 — air bags, steering

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep...

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 24V199000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20260521 — power train

Chryser (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Ram 2500 Pick up trucks. A software error in the powertrain control module may improperly allow the vehicle speed to exceed the tire speed rating, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.

Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 43D.

Campaign 26V288000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — back over prevention

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 and 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, 2024 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the central vision processing module software or replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 11, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403.

Campaign 26V327000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2024 Ram 2500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (11 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 26V327000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 23V654000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 23V799000 (exterior lighting, steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V199000 (air bags, steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 26V288000 (power train) has been completed.

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2023 ▲ 2025 ▲ 2021

WORST YEARS

■ 2018 ■ 2017 ◆ 2014

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FAQ

Is the 2024 Ram 2500 reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2024 Ram 2500 is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ram 2500?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 22% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2024 Ram 2500 have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.