
2024 Ram 2500
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2024 Ram 2500 has 74 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.3x the segment average of 273. The most common issue is brakes problems (18% of all complaints), specifically: intermittent warning messages (check trailer brake wiring and trailer brakes disconnected). when trailer brakes disconnected message comes up you have a total loss of the electronic trailer brakes. travel trailer is a 2024 forest river wildwood heritage glen 308rl (with solar on-board). this issue i. There are 5 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 2 fire reports filed.
74
Total Complaints
5
Recalls Issued
—/5
Safety Stars
0.3x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
BRAKES
13 complaints- • Intermittent warning messages (check trailer brake wiring and trailer brakes disconnected). When trailer brakes disconnected message comes up you have a TOTAL LOSS of the electronic trailer brakes. Travel trailer is a 2024 Forest River Wildwood Heritage Glen 308RL (with solar on-board). This issue i
- • 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. However, with the brake pedal depressed all the way to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to stop or even slow
- • Brake pedal had 6"-8" of travel before pedal started to stop the vehicle. The brakes were bled 3 times and the truck still doesn't stop properly. I'm told it stops better than any other new truck on the lot. BIG SAFTEY ISSUE!!! I'm told it is what it is and drive it, I refuse to drive an unsafe
“Intermittent warning messages (check trailer brake wiring and trailer brakes disconnected). When trailer brakes disconnected message comes up you have a TOTAL LOSS of the electronic trailer brakes. Travel trailer is a 2024 Forest River Wildwood Heritage Glen 308RL (with solar on-board). This issue i”
— NHTSA complaint filing
Recalls (5)
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2024 Ram 2500
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Ram 2500 Service Intervals
5.7L HEMI: 8,000 mile oil intervals; EcoDiesel: shorter intervals for DEF and fuel filter. Towing usage requires severe service intervals.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Ram New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 74 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐BRAKES: Intermittent warning messages (check trailer brake wiring and trailer brakes disconnected). When trailer brakes disconnected message comes up you have a TOTAL LOSS of the electronic trailer brakes. Travel trailer is a 2024 Forest River Wildwood Heritage Glen 308RL (with solar on-board). This issue i
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: Took my vehicle to dealer I purchase from for the SCCM recall according to the service advisor she said they flashed the truck and that it was going to need the SCCM replaced based on their findings that they were going to order the part weeks went by with no calls from dealer on parts I made anothe
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐DRIVER ASSIST/CAMERAS: back up camera went black while backing up.This caused me to hit a vehicle.Will be taking to dealer for inspection.No warning. The wipers quite while going down road in rain storrm.I had todrive to a wide spot to get off road and wait for the rain to stop.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ENGINE: Hydraulic Lifter failure at 10,500 miles.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 5 recalls have been completed — free at any Ram dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Ram 2500 — Year Comparison
How does 2024 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
No NHTSA safety rating available
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 74
- Recalls
- 5
- Fire reports
- 2
- Crash reports
- 11
- Injury reports
- 3
- Segment avg
- 273
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