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2017 Ram 4500

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2017 Ram 4500
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:42:57.255Z

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ram 4500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2017 highlighted. 2009: 1 complaints 2009 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2013: 3 complaints 2013 2014: 8 complaints 2015: 7 complaints 2016: 1 complaints 2016 2017: 5 complaints 2017 2018: 9 complaints 2019: 6 complaints 2019 2020: 4 complaints 2021: 0 complaints 2022: 3 complaints 2022 2023: 0 complaints 2024: 1 complaints 2025: 0 complaints 2025 2026: 0 complaints 2026
2017: 5 complaints
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YearComplaints
20080
20091
20110
20120
20133
20148
20157
20161
20175
20189
20196
20204
20210
20223
20230
20241
20250
20260

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 5 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH INJURY
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Manufacturer Recall NumberC4B NHTSA Recall Number24V-896 there is a abs module recall on this truck we rear ended a city bus three people seriously injured .

NHTSA ODI report, 20260902

Also filed under FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

POWER TRAIN

2 of 5 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing transfer case (4-wheel drive).

CRASH
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The contact owns a 2017 RAM 4500. The contact stated while towing 3 vehicles and driving 60 mph, when the front of the vehicle began to vibrate. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 20211020

Also filed under SUSPENSION and AIR BAGS

SUSPENSION

1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

1 of 5 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking.

CRASH INJURY
AIR BAGS

1 of 5 total reports mentions: air bags.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180214 — equipment

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018.

Campaign 17V824000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180226 — engine and engine cooling

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T51.

Campaign 17V562000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180226 — power train

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500...

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

Campaign 17V821000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180226 — power train

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.

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will also test the BTSI operation, replacing the solenoid as necessary. The recall began February 26, 2018.

Campaign 18V100000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20180604 — electrical system, vehicle speed control

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...

Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018.

Campaign 18V332000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20191212 — PE (closed 20231022)

Front Driveshaft Failure

R 20210826 — wheels

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.

Campaign 21V398000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20250109 — service brakes, hydraulic

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 24V896000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20250703 — RQ (open)

Post Recall Remedy Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2017 Ram 4500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 17V824000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 17V562000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 17V821000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 18V100000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 18V332000 (electrical system, vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 21V398000 (wheels) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 24V896000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2017 Ram 4500 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Ram 4500?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2017 Ram 4500 have?

7 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.