Should I Buy a Ram 2500?
Complete buying guide for the Ram 2500: best years, worst years, common problems, recall history, and reliability trends across all model years.
12Model Years
4123Total Complaints
110Total Recalls
Best Years to Buy
These Ram 2500 model years have the fewest complaints and best reliability:
Years to Avoid
These model years have the most complaints and known issues:
Common Problems Across All Years
- Tailgate Latch Failure — 3 reports
- Engine Grid Heater Bolt Failure — 2 reports
- Side Curtain Air Bag Inflator Rupture — 2 reports
- Steering Linkage Loosening/Separation — 2 reports
- Trailer Lighting Malfunction — 1 reports
- Instrument Panel Display Error (Critical Information) — 1 reports
- Incorrect Brake System Warning Light — 1 reports
- Trailer Brake Lights/Turn Signals Malfunction — 1 reports
- Airbag/Restraint Control Module Software Error — 1 reports
- Instrument Panel Display Malfunction — 1 reports
All Model Years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Reliability |
| 2026 |
0 |
3 |
60/100 |
| 2025 |
0 |
4 |
60/100 |
| 2024 |
0 |
3 |
60/100 |
| 2023 |
44 |
7 |
45/100 |
| 2022 |
160 |
12 |
55/100 |
| 2021 |
99 |
8 |
45/100 |
| 2020 |
157 |
10 |
45/100 |
| 2019 |
176 |
12 |
65/100 |
| 2018 |
2377 |
10 |
35/100 |
| 2017 |
649 |
12 |
45/100 |
| 2016 |
250 |
14 |
50/100 |
| 2015 |
211 |
15 |
55/100 |