2014–2018 Ram 1500: ABS, traction and brake lights on (ABS module failure, C2200)

Q: What causes abs, traction and brake lights on (abs module failure, c2200) on a 2014-2018 Ram 1500?

1. Internal ABS control module failure (new module) 2. ABS module rebuilt by a mail-in repair service 3. Wheel speed sensor or wiring fault Rough cost $399–$2,300.

Likely causes, ranked

Internal ABS control module failure (new module)$1,690–$2,300Shop
ABS module rebuilt by a mail-in repair service$399–$479DIY
Wheel speed sensor or wiring faultDIY

Real-owner fix counts will appear here as reports come in.

Rough cost: $399–$2,300DIY or shop: See DIY or shop section

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Symptom: The ABS, traction control, and brake warning lights come on, sometimes along with the 4WD or speedometer acting up. The scan shows C2200-49 (internal module fault).

Likely causes

The ABS module. Owners on Ram1500Diesel and RamForum describe the internal electronics failing. A new module was quoted at about $1,690–$2,300, while a mail-in rebuild cost about $399 (about $479 with shipping).
A sensor or wiring fault. This shows up with different codes.

Rough cost range

Repair	Reported
New module (dealer)	About $1,690–$2,300
Mail-in rebuild	About $399–$479

DIY or shop?

Removing and reinstalling the module for a mail-in rebuild is DIY-capable. The brakes need a proper bleed afterward.

Useful steps

Confirm the C2200 code with a scan tool that reads ABS codes.
Compare the rebuild and new-module options.
Bleed the brakes and road-test afterward.

Vehicle focus: 2014–2018 Ram 1500.

Safety / mechanic note

The base brakes still work, but you lose ABS and stability control. Verify with a mechanic that the brakes are safe.

Related trouble codes

C2200 Manufacturer-specific or not yet in our code library

Recalls & service bulletins

No recalls or service bulletins are listed for this page yet.

NHTSA complaints: 738 keyword-matched complaints for Ram 1500 2014–2018 (of 6,305 unique complaints queried, NHTSA complaints API by model year, queried 2026-10-15).

Always check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Sources

What actually fixed it?

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