Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C0050-00-Brake System Hydraulic Leak Set After Recent Repair.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2020 RAM 3500 brakes problems
moderate 4 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450 · see brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
4
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
MODULE - ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗MODULE - ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗"Brake Warning Lamp Illumination Over Rumble Strips Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: ● C003A-2F - Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor - Signal Erratic. ● C0037-2F - Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor - Signal Erratic. Customers may also comment on the following: ● Automatic Brake System (ABS) lamp and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) lamp turn on when driving over rumble strips. This bulletin involves replacing one or both rear wheel speed sensors. "
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗"Flash: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module Updates **Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs):** ● **C2200-47 - Anti-Lock Brake Module Internal - Watchdog / Safety Auc Failure.** ● C006A-49 - Multi-Axis Acceleration Sensor - Internal Electronic Failure. Customers may also comment on one or more of the following: ● **Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) indicator light illuminated in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). ● Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicator light illuminated in the IPC. ● The Red Brake Warning indicator light illuminated in the IPC.** This bulletin i
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2020 RAM 3500?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 4 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $450 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Based on the 4 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 7,000 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2020/RAM/3500.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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