American Special Vehicles (ASV), the Australian distributor of RAM trucks, has recalled a total of 658 RAM 2500 and 3500 pick-ups over a potential brake system fault.

The recall covers all variants of the DJ-series RAM 2500 and D2-series RAM 3500 built in 2017 and 2018. The fault could reduce braking performance or cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of an accident resulting in injury or death.

The RAM 2500 and 3500 are heavy-duty American pick-ups sold in Australia by ASV. Both are powered by a 6.7-litre Cummins turbo-diesel six-cylinder engine producing 276kW and 1084Nm, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive. The 3500 offers higher payload capacity than the 2500, making it better suited to demanding load-carrying duties.

According to the recall notice, the brake hydraulic control unit (HCU) may fail or malfunction, potentially affecting the anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC) and traction control system. A repair remedy is not yet available. ASV will contact affected owners in writing once a remedy becomes available and ask them to arrange a free repair through an authorised RAM dealer.

Owners can check whether their vehicle is affected by searching its vehicle identification number (VIN) against the list published with the Australian Government’s recall notice (↗). For further information, owners can contact an authorised RAM dealer or ASV on 1300 681 655.

The latest recall follows an August campaign involving a total of 1262 MY2026 RAM 1500 vehicles over potentially faulty second-row seat-belt buckle anchors. The defect could prevent the centre and left-side rear seat belts from operating as intended. Owners were advised not to carry passengers in those seating positions until their vehicles had been inspected and, where required, repaired.

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