Front End Clunking Noise on 2018 Ram 1500 Over Bumps

ClearTheCode guidance (Ram · Brakes & suspension)

Summary: For Front End Clunking Noise on 2018 Ram 1500 Over Bumps, work through these steps on your 2016+ vehicle:

1. Confirm the symptom — note when it happens (cold start, highway, after fuel fill, etc.).
2. Scan codes — save all pending/stored DTCs; don't clear until you've recorded them.
3. Check TSBs & recalls — look up your VIN for open campaigns and known fixes.
4. Inspect the obvious — related fuses, connectors, fluid level, and recent repairs.
5. Test the common fix — follow model-specific service procedures; one change at a time.
6. Escalate if needed — burning smell, no brakes, overheating, or stalling in traffic → shop visit.

Owner reported: Hey everyone,

I've got a 2018 Ram 1500 Laramie with about 75,000 miles on it, and I've started noticing a distinct clunking noise coming from the front end. It's most noticeable when I go over speed bumps or uneven pavement at low speeds. It sounds like something is loose.

It's not constant, but definitely happens every time I hit a bump. I've tried bouncing the front end myself, but can't repli…

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