Is the 2024 Ram 2500 a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B6.8/10
A solid choice for off-road enthusiasts and those needing a capable off-road truck, albeit with some concerns about long-term reliability.
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Pros
- Excellent off-road capability
- Powerful engine performance
- Rugged build quality
Cons
- Poor fuel economy
- Large and difficult to maneuver in tight spaces
- Limited payload compared to other heavy-duty trucks
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
14 mpg
Maintenance cost
$3,000/yr
Expected lifespan
250,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Transmission shifting issues
- Occasional electrical glitches
- Suspension noise
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (5)
The 2024 Ram 2500 has 5 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera (campaign 26V327000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Steering — Steering Control Module — Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2023-2024 Ram 2500, 4500/5500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the h…
- Air Bags — Frontal — Driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette — Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 …
- Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) — Chryser (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Ram 2500 Pick up trucks. A software error in the powertrain control module may improperly allow the vehicle speed to exceed the tire speed rating, which can result in a…
- Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera — Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 and 2023 Chrysler Pacifica, 2024 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2024-2025 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. Contamination in the central vision processing module or improper programming ma…
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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