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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 3C63R3CL5JG280660 · Checked Aug 6, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 5

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3C63R3CL5JG•••••• 2018 Ram 3500

This build draws 1.7× more complaints than the average 2018 Ram 3500 build (5 vs 3).

5on this build
776on the model
260builds in total
Most reported Service Brakes 5 Hydraulic 2 Electrical System 1 Vehicle Speed Control 1

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Service Brakes Sep 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that the vehicle was serviced under Manufacturer Recall Number: C4B, but the failure occurred. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the ABS warning light and…
Vehicle Speed Control Jan 2022
There is still no remedy to this recall and my truck is affected - I have been driving with NO ABS AND NO TRACTION CONTROL for almost 4 YEARS. This has also deactivated my cruise control. This is unacceptable and compromises me and my families safety. This is not a question of…
Electrical System Apr 2002
Abs and traction control malfunction. Yes,it’s it available for inspection. I feel that it’s not safe for my wife and I to drive while doing this. No it has not been confirmed by the dealer or service center. No it has not been inspected by police or insurance representatives.…
Service Brakes Aug 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the cruise control mode, the anti-lock braking system, and the trailer brakes became inoperable while a hitch was attached to the vehicle. The ABS warning light was illuminated. The…
Service Brakes Oct 2024
The Hydraulic Control Unit is malfunctioning, as determined by a RAM truck dealer. The ABS brakes don't work as they should and the cruise control intermittently shuts off

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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3C63R3CL5JG280660 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.