Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2025 5500.
The 2025 Ram 5500 has logged just two owner complaints for the model year, the lowest total in the 2008‑2026 complaint history, with air bags identified as the top complaint area and four recalls issued. This contrasts sharply with the peak of 35 complaints recorded in 2018, highlighting a notable improvement in reliability for the 2025 iteration. As a result, the 2025 Ram 5500 occupies the low‑end of its complaint trajectory, signaling a comparatively trouble‑free entry in the lineup.
Condensed service procedures for routine maintenance. Procedures that require dealer diagnostic equipment are identified and summarized only.
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool (dealer / locksmith) |
| Why | Transmitter codes are written into the receiver in the passenger door module |
| When needed | After Sentry Key Immobilizer Module (SKIM) replacement |
| Tool required | DRBIII scan tool |
| Also required | The vehicle's four-digit PIN code |
Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.
The 2025 Ram 5500 recorded two complaints, matching the 2024 level and remaining far below the generation’s peak complaint years such as 2018 with 35 complaints. Recalls increased to four in 2025 compared with two in 2024 but are comparable to the four reported in 2026, indicating no sharp upward shift. Investigations remained at zero, consistent with the recent trend of no active federal investigations since 2021. The single crash‑related complaint and the one reported issue with air bags and service brakes are isolated, and the data does not specify a root cause. Consequently, while the 2025 model shows modest complaint activity, it remains a reasonable purchase option relative to earlier high‑complaint years, though buyers may prefer the 2026 model if available.
All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.
Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Ram Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. A software error may cause the… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel software or replace the instrument panel cluster, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed…
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Ram 2500 Pickup, 3500 Pickup, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis trucks. A software error in the occupant restraint controller module may cause the… Remedy: Dealers will update the occupant restraint controller module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 15, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler…
Showing 5 of 234 bulletins on record with NHTSA.
| Bulletin | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| S2508000025 REV. B | 2026-07-06 | Electrical System | Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and Radio Compass Display has Dashes (--) |
| S2608000030 | 2026-07-01 | Back Over Prevention | Park Assist Unavailable Message Displayed in The Cluster |
| 113070 | 2026-06-29 | Electrical System | SWITCH – HEADLAMP |
| 113069 | 2026-06-29 | Electrical System | SWITCH – HEADLAMP |
| 9100803 Rev 1 | 2026-06-29 | Structure | 1) If the lamp contains moisture, do not replace it immediately. Turn the fog lamp on for… |
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