2017 Ram 2500: Electrical issues and glitches mostly safety equipment
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2017 2500 report: electrical issues and glitches mostly safety equipment. CarComplaints.com lists 5 owner complaints, average mileage 35,900 miles.
NHTSA has 121 owner complaints for the 2017 2500 in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11765881 (filed 09/21/2026): “The hcu is failing. it is a current recall and has been apparently before i even purchased my truck. the abs light is coming on and off. i use this truck everyday but most importantly i use it to transport my kids in what i assumed was a safe vehicle. i sp…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11753495 (filed 07/29/2026): “Truck is experiencing the active recall symptoms daily, but the manufacturer is denying a repair due to parts availability. i pull a trailer everyday and i been having break issues the abs light goes on and off all day, driving on the freeway, streets and even…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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