2017 RAM 5500 vs 2018 RAM 5500
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 11, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2017 RAM 5500 | 2018 RAM 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 20 | 37 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 276 | 307 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | RAM 5500 | RAM 5500 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 3 | 12 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 12 |
| Power Train | 8 | 4 |
| Wheels | 2 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 |
| Tires | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 1 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.