2018 RAM 5500 recalls

8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

24V896000 · Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe hydraulic control unit (HCU) may fail, which can cause the anti-lock brake (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC), and…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement318KunitsNov 202421V398000 · Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)Wheels recallIncorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result…Steering & suspensionFree repair448KunitsMay 202119V359000 · Unruh Fire, Inc.Exterior Lighting recallDepending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement1unitsMay 201919V255000 · Blanchat Mfg., Inc.Exterior Lighting recallDepending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement1unitsMar 201918V332000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Electrical System recallThese vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.ElectricalFree software update4.8MunitsMay 201818V277000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Service Brakes, Hydraulic recallThe primary and secondary brake hoses located between the brake master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit may have been…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement2,457unitsMay 201818V100000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Power Train recallPushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift…Engine & powertrainSoftware update180KunitsFeb 201817V824000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Equipment recallA list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf.EquipmentFree replacement62KunitsDec 2017