RAM 2500 Problems: 8 Issues Every Owner Should Know
2003-2025 model years ยท 16,600+ owner reports ยท Updated April 2026
According to Au7o's analysis of 16,600+ owner reports, the 2003-2025 RAM 2500 has 8 documented known issues, with 5 rated critical. The most serious are Front End "Death Wobble" Steering Oscillation ($500-$3,000 repair), Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) System Failures ($300-$3,500 repair), Steering Gear Box Leak and Excessive Play ($100-$1,500 repair), 6.7L Cummins CP4.2 High-Pressure Fuel Pump Catastrophic Failure ($8,000-$12,000 repair) and Rear Axle U-Joint Premature Failure ($200-$600 repair). The most commonly reported issue is Front End "Death Wobble" Steering Oscillation with 5,500 owner reports. Across all issues, repair costs range from $100 to $12,000. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.