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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2025 RAM 1500 brakes problems
moderate Owners of the 2025 RAM 1500 have filed 23 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Complaints
23
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 1500 | 39 |
| 2024 1500 | 4 |
| 2025 1500 (this page) | 23 |
| 2026 1500 | 6 |
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.
Flash: Brake System Control Module (BSCM) Update Customers may comment on the following: ● Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC), 'Decel ACC' lights on in Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). Technicians may find the following: ● Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) "C121A-00 - Steering Angle Sensor Not Initialized" is stored with no Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated This bulletin involves reprogramming the BSCM with the latest available software.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Whoosh Or Click Noise Heard From Brake Assembly eBooster When Pressing Brake Pedal And After A Recent Repair.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗SWITCH - TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL MODULE , ADAPTER & WIRING KIT - TRAILER TOW.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗MODULE - TRAILER BRAKE & TOWING CONTROL
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
What owners are reporting 1 most recent
Truck would not stop when brakes were stepped on
Had brakes trouble with your 2025 RAM 1500?
File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.
Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2025 RAM 1500?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 23 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 23 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 3,483 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/2025/RAM/1500.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.