2017 RAM 1500 forward collision avoidance problems
18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the forward collision avoidance on the 2017 RAM 1500 — 2% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2017 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the ABS, ESC, and cruise control warning lights were illuminated and became inoperable. While depressing the brake pedal, the braking distance became extended. The failure made the vehicle difficult and unsafe to drive in inclement weather…”
filed Jul 2, 2026
“Fortunately the vehicle was not in an accident. About a month ago ABS and traction control lights came on. Took pickup to mechanic with a C2200-49 code. Mechanic said the dealer could only fix the issue. Took to the dealer a couple of weeks ago and am now on a wait list with no indication when a…”
filed Mar 17, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Forward Collision Avoidance problems in other 1500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 1500 | 3 | 4% |
| 2025 1500 | 47 | 16% |
| 2024 1500 | 5 | 7% |
| 2023 1500 | 21 | 11% |
| 2022 1500 | 57 | 10% |
| 2021 1500 | 51 | 8% |
| 2020 1500 | 16 | 3% |
| 2019 1500 | 29 | 2% |
| 2018 1500 | 7 | 1% |
| 2016 1500 | 20 | 1% |
| 2015 1500 | 15 | 1% |
| 2014 1500 | 16 | 1% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 RAM 1500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.