What are some common transmission issues with the 2018 Dodge Ram 2500?

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• Alberta C May 15, 2020

  The 2018 dodge ram 2500 has transmission issues like grinding gears and slipping gears.

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• John V. May 15, 2020

  Several typical transmission issues with the 2018 Dodge Ram 2500 include issues with gear ratios, malfunctions in the transmission fluid sensor, and failures in the shift solenoid.

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• wileeeee P. hodgely Sep 19, 2021

  The error message indicating that the torque converter was not within specifications appeared at 70,000 miles, which was 10,000 miles beyond the warranty. Despite the dealership finding no issue initially, they flushed the transmission due to continued service icons appearing until 108,000 miles. At that point, the transmission started shifting strangely, making loud noises, and finally failed when the torque converter disintegrated, damaging the entire transmission.

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• AxelAnderson Feb 15, 2023

  This truck is absolutely terrible. Chrysler should definitely issue a recall for all 2018 models with the 2500 6.4l Hemi engine. The repair costs are really high, and it's so typical that all these problems arise right after the warranty expires.

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• Bruce Groh Groh Jan 15, 2022

  I purchased a 2018 Ram 2500 with 90,000 miles on it. After just three days, I noticed the transmission was slipping, and the check engine light came on. The dealership is currently replacing the transmission, but now there seems to be an electrical issue as well. My truck has been in the shop for three weeks now, and I'm starting to question whether I even want it back.

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• Warren George Apr 25, 2022

  I purchased a brand-new 2018 Dodge 2500 4x4 from the dealer. On March 1st, I loaded my truck and utility trailer for a move to a different state. However, on only the second day of my journey, my transmission failed, the engine light illuminated, and the truck entered limp mode. I had to be towed to a dealership where they determined that the transmission was beyond repair, and it would take 1 to 6 months to obtain the necessary parts.

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• Betty N Jun 8, 2023

  I purchased my 2018 Dodge Ram 2500 brand new with only 500 miles in 2018. From the beginning, there were numerous issues with it. In 2021, with a little over 40,000 miles on it, the transmission began making loud noises. I took it to the dealership, but they couldn't find any problems after having it for three days. The same thing happened the second time. Eventually, the Dodge dealership only acknowledged the issue when the truck couldn't reverse at all. Fortunately, my warranty was still valid, so they agreed to replace the transmission under warranty. Weeks later, I was informed that there was sand in the transmission, supposedly from the off-road trips I took twice a year despite having an off-road package. The dealership blamed the transmission issue on my beach driving habits. As a result, they kept my truck for over two months due to parts availability issues, and they couldn't provide a loaner because of Covid-related reasons. This left me without a car, which is my only means of transportation. I'm deeply unsatisfied with this situation, as I now have a $65k vehicle that gives me problems. By 2023, the "new" transmission with only 9,000 miles on it is already exhibiting slipping issues similar to the original one. The dealership can't schedule my truck for repairs for three weeks, leaving me without transportation and still making payments on a problematic vehicle. This experience has completely turned me off from ever buying another Dodge Ram.

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• Saleh bin mahri Jun 18, 2023

  The ESC indicator blinked, the check engine light turned on, and the transmission wouldn't shift? The truck only has 50,000 miles... What could be causing this issue?

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• CBrown Jan 23, 2024

  My 2018 2500 Tradesman truck, equipped with a 6.4 Hemi engine, is currently undergoing transmission replacement in my garage. The issues began with rough shifting and eventually progressed to the inability to shift into reverse. Subsequently, the engine light illuminated, leading to a costly repair totaling $7,900. I am extremely frustrated with this vehicle as it has proven to be both financially burdensome and unreliable. I now find myself with what feels like a defective product.

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• Javier K. Jul 24, 2023

  In 2018, my 2500 with a 6.4 engine is experiencing transmission issues. Thankfully, I have a lifetime warranty for it, but I won't be able to get it fixed for another two months.

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• Kiteria attan Mar 24, 2022

  I purchased a brand new 2018 vehicle and took it to the dealership on September 13, 2021 because the transmission stopped working. I had to wait four weeks for Chrysler to determine their course of action, as it was still under warranty. I finally got the car back after six weeks, but returned it the next day when I discovered it had no reverse gear. They kept it for another five weeks, rebuilding the transmission five more times before I got it back after Thanksgiving. I missed out on deer hunting season since I didn't have a truck. Despite repeatedly informing them about ongoing issues, they assured me each time that it was fixed. However, three weeks ago, I had to take matters into my own hands and demonstrate the problem to a service writer. They promised to provide me with a rental the next day, but as soon as I drove out of the dealership, the transmission warning light came on and the car wouldn't shift out of second gear. This time, they said they will install a new transmission but couldn't give me a timeline. I travel and participate in fishing tournaments, and this ongoing issue has cost me a great deal. With the new season approaching and my truck back in the shop with no end in sight, I'm seriously considering switching to Ford or GMC.

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