Is the 2025 Ram 5500 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 2025 Ram 5500?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2025 Ram 5500 have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

2025 Ram 5500

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2025 Ram 5500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T16:59:31.158Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 2
Recalls: 4
Investigations: 0
Top problem: —

Complaints per year

2025: 2 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2008	0
2009	0
2011	0
2012	0
2013	4
2014	11
2015	13
2016	17
2017	21
2018	37
2019	12
2020	8
2021	3
2022	26
2023	0
2024	0
2025	2
2026	0

Known problem areas

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Service brakes

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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While operating my commercial truck , the trailer brake did not work and nearly caused a catastrophic accident.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-24

Also filed under Forward collision avoidance

Forward collision avoidance

1 of 2 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance, most commonly citing automatic emergency braking.

Air bags

1 of 2 total reports mentions: air bags.

CRASHINJURY

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Vehicle was hit hard on the front & left, totalling the truck. None of the air bags activated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-02-25

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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2025-12-18Electrical system25V826000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Ram Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel software or replace the instrument panel cluster, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025.

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2026-01-15Air bags, electronic stability control (esc)25V882000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Ram 2500 Pickup, 3500 Pickup, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis trucks.

Remedy: Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 15, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is C3C.

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2026-03-17Electrical system, exterior lighting26V059000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D.

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2026-05-05Electrical system26V225000 Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail.

Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 35D.

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Buy-smart checklist

2025 Ram 5500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
Forward collision avoidance: 1 report on file for this year.
Air bags: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 25V826000 · Electrical system
Recall 25V882000 · Air bags, electronic stability control (esc)
Recall 26V059000 · Electrical system, exterior lighting
Recall 26V225000 · Electrical system

FAQ

Is the 2025 Ram 5500 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 2025 Ram 5500?: The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2025 Ram 5500 have?: 4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.