RAM 2500 Maintenance Costs

A RAM 2500 will cost about $27,423 for maintenance and repairs during its first 10 years of service.

This is more than the industry average for popular heavy-duty models by $9,451. There is also a 81.79% chance that a 2500 will require a major repair during that time. This is 29.72% worse than similar vehicles in this segment. The chart below illustrates how these costs and repair probabilities will increase over time.

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Probability of a Major Vehicle Repair (%)
Est Annual Maintenance/Repair Costs ($)

An extended warranty is strongly recommended.

$8,472

Cost of maintenance/repair in the first five years.

This is more than the industry average for popular Heavy-Duty models by $619.

82%

Chance that this car will need a major repair in its first five years.

This is 30% worse than similar vehicles in this segment.

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The lower your score, the more likely you are to use a warranty within the first 10 years of your car’s life. An extended warranty is strongly recommended.

This value is determined by the cost of maintenance and the likelihood of repair values.

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RAM 2500 Maintenance Costs

Year Major Repair Probability Annual Costs
1 8.10% $1,069
2 13.30% $1,248
3 15.05% $1,596
4 26.67% $2,058
5 38.24% $2,501
6 43.22% $3,299
7 46.37% $3,662
8 61.17% $3,838
9 66.30% $3,999
10 81.79% $4,153
11 122.67% $4,442
12 152.60% $4,853

RAM 2500 Maintenance Schedule

Mileage Recommended Maintenance
7,500 Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft
15,000 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft, Fuel Filter Replacement, Change Oil and Filter
22,500 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft, Change Oil and Filter, Adjust Parking Brake Cable
30,000 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft, Fuel Filter Replacement, Change Oil and Filter
37,500 Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft
45,000 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft, Fuel Filter Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Adjust Parking Brake Cable
52,500 Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft
60,000 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft, Fuel Filter Replacement, Change Oil and Filter
67,500 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft, Change Oil and Filter, Adjust Parking Brake Cable
75,000 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft, Cooling System Flush, Fuel Filter Replacement, Change Oil and Filter
82,500 Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft
90,000 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft, Fuel Filter Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Adjust Parking Brake Cable
97,500 Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft, Cooling System Flush
105,000 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft, Fuel Filter Replacement, Power Steering Fluid Service, Change Oil and Filter
112,500 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft, Change Oil and Filter, Adjust Parking Brake Cable
120,000 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Fuel Filter Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Transmission Fluid Service, Lubricate Driveshaft, Transfer Case Fluid Replacement, Serpentine/Drive Belt Replacement
127,500 Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft
135,000 Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Fuel Filter Replacement, Change Oil and Filter, Adjust Parking Brake Cable, Lubricate Driveshaft
142,500 Change Oil and Filter, Rotate Tires, Lubricate U-Joints, Lubricate Driveshaft

What About RAM 2500 Insurance Costs?

The average cost to insure a RAM 2500 is about $2,437 per year. This adds up to around $12,185 after 5 years of vehicle ownership. Unlike regular maintenance, this expense can often be lowered by shopping around for lower insurance premiums. Comparing quotes will ensure that you are not overpaying if you already own a RAM 2500. Or, if you are just researching, then it would be money-wise to know this cost before buying. Try our Competitive Quote Tool or the form below to get free quotes. Advertising Disclosure

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