NHTSA Complaint #11671333 — 2020 RAM 2500 SERVICE BRAKES

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11671333
Vehicle	2020 RAM 2500
Component	SERVICE BRAKES
Date of Incident	July 5, 2025
Date Filed	July 5, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TX

Consumer Description

Ram and it's parent company know there is an issue with the brake systems on their 3/4 ton pickup trucks. The 2500's. There is excessive travel in the brake petal and not enough pressure builds up in the system to activate the brakes correctly and adequately. It's all over the ram 2500 online forums. Many people are experiencing this issue with new trucks. Ram and its parent company Stellantis are unwilling to do anything about it.

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