2020 RAM 1500

13 recalls, 883 complaints - 1,568 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The driver's side air bag may not be connected properly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208,... Read more

Consequence

A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers secured the connectors for the air bag, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 08C.

71 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 1500 Classic vehicles equipped with heated trailer tow rearview mirrors. The mirror glass may detach from the driver's side heated trailer tow rearview mirror. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Veh... Read more

Consequence

Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the mirror glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 5, 2024. Owners may contact FCA Customer Service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 86B.

31,676 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.

Consequence

An unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB8.

1,224,078 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.

Consequence

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z96.

60,413 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "... Read more

Consequence

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, LLC's number for this recall is Z86.

7,895 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the... Read more

Consequence

A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number ... Read more

212,373 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Ram 2500 and 1500 vehicles. The driver side mirror glass can detach from the backing plate and no longer provide a reflective surface. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbe... Read more

Consequence

Missing driver side mirror glass reduces visibility and increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side mirror glass, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W70.

19,075 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

SEAT BELTS

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W67.

2,114 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio di... Read more

Consequence

The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer ser... Read more

319,610 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals. In certain accelerator pedal positions, the floormats may prevent the pedal from returning to the normal resting (idle) position.

Consequence

A pedal that does not return as expected may affect the vehicle's deceleration, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will modify the driver's floormat to remove the potential for pedal interference, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W63.

160,229 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

AIR BAGS

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Ram Promaster vans and 1500 pickups. The affected vehicles may have an improperly crimped diffuser in the side curtain airbag which may result in the diffuser detaching from the inflator in the event of an air bag deployment.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, if the diffuser detaches from the inflator during air bag deployment, the air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is W52.

114 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass vehicles. The windshield wiper arm or arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to not operate properly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.

Consequence

Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W25.

425,599 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

AIR BAGS

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles. The flash memory of the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may become corrupted, disabling the vehicle's air bags and seat belt pretensioners.

Consequence

Disabled air bags and seat belt pretensioners increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ORC or replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are V61 and V71.

295,981 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

Complaint Statistics

883 total complaints 51 crashes 9 fires 40 injuries 2 deaths

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	139
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	98
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	96
POWER TRAIN	77
SERVICE BRAKES	61
STEERING	52
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	31
STRUCTURE:BODY	31
VISIBILITY/WIPER	26
AIR BAGS	26

Incident date: Jul 2, 2026

While driving down the highway the vehicle radiator fan kicked on high (could hear it from the cab) then my electronic power steering went out seconds after receiving the “Service Electronic Power Steering” dash light. Since then it is intermittent, EPS returns and then goes out again, each time... Read more

Incident date: Jul 2, 2026

Incident date: Jun 30, 2026

The electronic gear selector on my 2020 Ram 1500 intermittently displays a "Shift to Park" warning while the vehicle is in motion, specifically during downshifting or braking. Each occurrence is accompanied by a physical jerk or lurch, consistent with the vehicle momentarily engaging an unintended g... Read more

Incident date: Jun 30, 2026

Incident date: Jan 8, 2025

Both Driver and Passenger Visor arms have dis-engaged and no longer work to provide shielding from blinding sun. They just hang from thier broken arms and it happened shortly after having purchased this vehicle from a used car dealer, (Kearny Mesa) and they were unable to address since it was not a... Read more

Incident date: Jun 26, 2026

On June 26, 2026 my 2020 Ram 1500 Big Horn truck lost its steering, with no prior warning. This could have resulted in a catastrophic, tragic accident had I been out on the road but it happened as I was attempting to pull out of my driveway. I could have been killed. Other people potentially could... Read more

Incident date: Jun 26, 2026

The steering system electric power steering rack failed on my 2020 Ram truck. We were unable to steer the truck and could have been in a horrible accident. This was a very dangerous situation. For some reason my truck was not included in the recall that was issued for the 2020 ram truck and I now fa... Read more

Incident date: Jun 27, 2026

High Pressure Fuel Pump failed. Pump failure can cause car to stop when not intended. Problem confirmed by an independent service center. Component not inspected by others. No warning lights or messages prior to the failure. The High Pressure Fuel Pump was replaced 4/30/2024 as part on 'Safety Rec... Read more

Incident date: Jun 26, 2026

Steering wheel locked up. I was in the driveway when this occurred but if I was driving on the road my vehicle could have potentially crashed into something and cause harm to myself or someone else, since I could not steer the vehicle. I had the truck towed to VIP Tire &Service and they checked the ... Read more

Incident date: Jun 5, 2022

Back window was leaking into the seatbelt. I did take it in for service back in 2022 back window was replaced along with top liner. And it has still continued to leak and just now recently I’ve noticed the water must be going into the cabin mmbecause my screen has what looks to be water in it and ... Read more

Incident date: May 16, 2026

I PCSd from Springfield, MO to Fort Bliss Texas. I bought the truck [XXX]. I make it to TX. Driving the first Saturday in TX on [XXX] it just shuts down and put me in a very scary situation. I was stuck in the middle of the high way. It does not drive. The Etorque/generator is bad and is now on orde... Read more

Incident date: May 16, 2026

Incident date: Jun 23, 2026

While driving and making a turn at a busy, high-traffic intersection, a red steering service warning message/light suddenly appeared on the dashboard. Immediately after the warning appeared, the steering became extremely difficult to operate and felt as though it had locked or jammed. I had to use s... Read more

Incident date: Jun 15, 2026

The radion frequency module has gone bad in my truck. I assume this is due to the rear window leak that is known on these trucks. My rear window was replaced earlier this year do to damage. However, as I search the internet this issue with the radion frequency module is greatly reported and I do not... Read more

Incident date: Jun 15, 2026

Incident date: Dec 31, 2025

At 60mph the vehie suddenly did a 180 and went backwards down the road. Fortunately it was a straight stretch and no oncoming traffic. Rear axle sized up, drive shaft shrown, and rear shaft froze resulting in equivalent of rear brakes onky thus the 180. Rear axle lost all lubrication and this is... Read more

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Incident date: Nov 15, 2025

I have not even had this car for a year spent 10,000 on it it had less than 100,000 miles sounded great no noises or engine lights first it was the canister purge valve issue even tho I got the oil changed and everything wen I first got this car I have a work car so I literally bearly drive this car... Read more

Incident date: May 20, 2026

Gradually increasing knocking and clicking sounds from front end suspension through first 400 miles of new car miles was observed. Researched this issue and found known recall for this specific problem for same model/year but VIN was not identified within the known range. Reported to dealer/mazda ... Read more

Incident date: May 20, 2026

Possible main body module, started with a false "bad tail light" notification.. then a "blind spot alert unavailable service required" then screen, ac, and most electrical controls/ actions gone ie (driver side door windows, running board, etc.)

Incident date: May 20, 2026

While coming to a stop at an intersection, vehicle engine stalled and transmission automatically slammed itself into park, with no warning, nearly causing a collision. This issue has previously been recalled for other Ram Trucks - some were not appropriately recalled and pose a major safety risk.

Incident date: May 20, 2026

on 5/19/26 I had just traveled about 100 miles when suddenly I lost steering. As soon as I lost steering a red steering wheel with an ! appeared on the dash. I managed to get slowed down and pulled over but it was very hard to turn the steering wheel. I shut off the vehicle let it sit for about 20... Read more

Incident date: May 1, 2026

Antifreeze intrusion into motor. I was driving on the interstate going 77mph cruise control set. Lost power dropped to 65mph without warning. RPM shot up to 4500. Trouble accelerating. Limped the car home, took to have looked at. Was told need new engine do antifreeze in combustion chamber.

Incident date: Apr 25, 2026

The Tesla was hit on the passenger side by a Honda civic that ran a red light traveling more than 25 mph The Tesla spun 180 degrees after impact. No airbags deployed. Immediately after impact the Tesla turned on hazard lights. However the vehicle would not come to a stop after pressing on the brak... Read more

Crash 3 injured

Incident date: Mar 2, 2026

Truck was parked on a decline brakes engaged while driver of refuse vehicle serviced a cart. Driver heard what he thought was the pack blade cycle and the vehicle started rolling away. Fortunately, road leveled out and tipper attachment dragged on the ground slowing unit. No damage to anything othe... Read more

Incident date: May 21, 2025

tire size 245/60/R18/105T car was purchased new in 2025, after 4750 miles of driving i reported having 5 flat tires . It appears to me that these tires are soft ( maybe for sales purposes ) but are not correct for vechicle weight and class plus perhaps Flordia heat and temperatures . each time a sc... Read more

Incident date: Apr 7, 2026

FOR THE PAST 3 YEARS, IVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS RELATING TO MY ENGINE BURNING OIL TO FAST, ENGINE SHAKING AND NOT ACCELERATING LIKE ITS SPPOSE TO... YOU HAVE A RECALL ON 2016 OPTIMAS BUT ONLY THE HYBRID (HEV). WHICH WE ALL KNOW ITS NOT RIGHT. WHY ONLY DO IT FOR CERTAIN OPTIMAS KNOWING WE ARE ALL (ALL... Read more

Incident date: Apr 6, 2026

The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled and shut off and failed to restart. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer, and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not serviceable. There was no explanation provid... Read more

Incident date: Mar 26, 2026

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the infotainment screen went black or displayed a half-operating screen. An unknown warning light was illuminated with the message "Attention Needed - Service Engine Soon" display... Read more

Incident date: Apr 8, 2026

Vehicle has all time on the brake system, front collision, auto high beam, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist abd road departure warnings. Sometimes the vehicle turns off suddenly when stop, and the steering wheel gets hard when parking.

Incident date: Mar 18, 2026

I have a 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 3.0L diesel pickup truck with 98,500 miles. The coolant control valve failed on my vehicle and for some reason it is not covered under GM's special bulletin that covers this part 15yr/150,000. Ridiculous.

Incident date: Apr 6, 2026

The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V467000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amou... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2026

Vehicle equipped with operation red and blue auxiliary emergency lights, prohibited and protected by law for law enforcement use only, facilitates impersonation of a police officer, false detention, harassment, legal scrutiny for police, seller has actual knowledge, strictly liable upon a purchase a... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2026

Incident date: Mar 20, 2026

Park to shift issue - the vehicle did not register that I was in park, jerked hard when trying to place in gear, did not register the PROPER gear (reverse, neutral, drive), would NOT unlock doors to let passengers out even if it were an emergency. Seems to be triggered on inclines but have also been... Read more

Incident date: Mar 20, 2026

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Incident date: Mar 20, 2026

Incident date: Mar 7, 2026

While driving the car, the steering locked up making the vehicle unable to turn. Thank got it happened in a parking lot where the truck blocked traffic for hours before getting towed. The dealer took 6 weeks of guessing the problem with Ford engineers. Replacing numerous parts in an attempt to gu... Read more

Incident date: Jan 28, 2026

The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine, and the vehicle lost automotive power. The oil pressure warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with e... Read more

Incident date: Dec 23, 2025

Yes, that case number would be 91762225 (With GM). You are most welcome. Thank you for contacting Chevrolet Customer Assistance and have a nice day! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything else. VIN1GKS2HKC8FR165487 Special Coverage Adjustment N182180270 Tail Lamps Inoperative Havi... Read more

Incident date: Jan 14, 2026

The FSD system in my Model Y is hazardous. When I first purchased the car on 2/9/2026, they secretly loaded it with very outdated software, as follows: “Software” 2025.44.300 Full Self-Driving v13.2.9 I’ve already driven this car 9960 miles, about 85% of which was on FSD. I will itemize for yo... Read more

Incident date: Oct 1, 2020

The truck engine light came on and was not able to be driven very far without stalling. Took it for repair and 2 valve lifters were bad. We had to pay for replacement ourselves. This happened at 41,786 miles. This happened again at 46,000 miles because of faulty GM parts and they needed to be replac... Read more

Incident date: Jan 22, 2026

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that in September 2025, an unknown hood latch recall repair was performed by the dealer, but six months later, while the vehicle was parked and attempting to open the hood, the hood failed to open. The contact state while driving approximatel... Read more

Incident date: Mar 2, 2026

The power steering goes out at times. When I start up or when I am driving my steering will get harder and I get a power steering warning on the dash. If I shut the car off, sometimes it goes away but most of the time it does not.

Incident date: Oct 15, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 10 MPH, after making a left turn, the sunroof shattered with the sunroof cover closed. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and inspected, but the contact was unaware that the sunroof had exploded. The... Read more

Incident date: Jan 22, 2026

BMW iX driver-assistance safety malfunction. In approx. April 2025 vehicle displayed “driver assistance permanently disabled.” Dealer contacted BMW and cleared codes; foreman reported ongoing code/concern. After return, ACC/lane keep/forward collision behavior became unreliable without dashboard... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2020 RAM 1500

2020 Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 4WD

Category	Rating
Overall Rating	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Frontal Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Side Crash	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger	5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover	4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk	19.8%

Safety Technology

Feature	Status
Electronic Stability Control	Standard
Forward Collision Warning	Optional
Lane Departure Warning	Optional

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 RAM 1500

1,568 manufacturer communications from 611 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	203
350000 EQUIPMENT	166
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	88
160000 STRUCTURE	69
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION	65
100000 POWER TRAIN	61
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.	51
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING	47

119100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY

Battery Pack Control Module (BPCM) Software Update Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DT

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Radio Over The Air Update from LR34.51 to LR35.41 Software Version Customer may experience one or more of the following: ? Mobile Wi-Fi inoperative upon start up. ? Hotspot gives "No Internet" connection message on phone when trying to

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

Radio Black Screen, Freezing, Reset, Cutting Out Or Inoperative Intermittently

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Cold Engine Ticking Noise The customer may describe a ticking noise from the exhaust manifold location(s) when cold. This bulletin involves replacing the exhaust manifolds.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Revised Customer Satisfaction Notification Y40 ? Control Module Software Updates

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

SOS and Assistance Call Not Working After Radio Exchange Unit Installed

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Customer Satisfaction Notification Y40 Control Module Software Updates

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Customer Satisfaction Notification Y40 Control Module Software Updates

111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Throttle Blade Icing Service Fix Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

COOLER Engine Oil Please be aware that the oil cooler seal is serviceable as a standalone part and should be considered for replacement as a remedy for fluid leak.

100000 POWER TRAIN

Drone Noise From Bed Or Rear Of Truck While Driving At Speeds Between 20 And 45 MPH

100000 POWER TRAIN

Verifying Camshaft Diagnosis

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

SWITCH Headlamp Before replacing the Headlamp Switch, due to an issue on the I/P Dimmer. Please follow the next steps to corroborate if the Headlamp Switch is malfunctioning: 1.- Please disconnect and reconnect the headlamp Switch. And ver

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Cold Engine Ticking Noise From Exhaust Manifold Area The customer may describe an ticking noise from the exhaust manifold location(s) when cold. This bulletin involves replacing the exhaust manifolds.

160000 STRUCTURE

Back Glass Water Leak Warranty Extension XL1 The customer may experience one or more of the following: ? A cracked backlite frame Fig. 1 resulting in an interior water leak (crack is visible to the customer). ? Water leak from at top of

180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

ERG Hydraulic Tensioner Before replacing any FEAD components, please check FEAD belt layout as per the engine sales code. Customer complaint may include a noise from under the hood described as a squeal, screech, squeak, chirp or belt-rela

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

020000 SUSPENSION

LIFTER, Hydraulic Roller Deactivating Please do not replace MDS lifters because the disconnecting pin is not lined up, this is normal and not a defect.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Connector kit Before ordering this connector repair kit 68018957A$, check it in the Mopar Connector Repair Kit Website to confirm part number and applicability. There is an error with the wiring diagrams in Service Library that is causing

114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

100000 POWER TRAIN

8-Speed Transmission, Additional Transmission Fluid Leak Inspection/Repair Guidelines.

160000 STRUCTURE

132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-21 (XL1) Backlite Select 2019 - 2021 RAM 1500 Pickup (DT)

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Warranty Bulletin D-23-17 (XL1) Backlite Select 2019 - 2021 RAM 1500 Pickup (DT)

100000 POWER TRAIN

8-Speed Transmission, Additional Transmission Fluid Leak Inspection/Repair Guidelines.

160000 STRUCTURE

350000 EQUIPMENT

FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-21 (XL1) Backlite Select 2019 - 2021 RAM 1500 Pickup (DT)

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-21 (XL1) Backlite Select 2019 - 2021 RAM 1500 Pickup (DT)

350000 EQUIPMENT

Warranty Bulletin D-23-17 (XL1) Backlite Select 2019 - 2021 RAM 1500 Pickup (DT)

010000 STEERING

Clicking Noise From Steering Column While Turning Steering Wheel.

010000 STEERING

Clicking Noise From Steering Column While Turning Steering Wheel.

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Wireless Qi Charger Not Charging

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Wireless Qi Charger Not Charging

350000 EQUIPMENT

Dust Intrusion Or Air Leak Into Cab

160000 STRUCTURE

Dust Intrusion Or Air Leak Into Cab

160000 STRUCTURE

Dust Intrusion Or Air Leak Into Cab

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

PUMP Water For 2016-2024MY 3.6L Pentastar Upgrade with suspected coolant leak. PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY WATER PUMP REPLACEMENT, PROCEED WITH INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE LATEST VERSION OF STAR ONLINE PUBLICATION S2307000002. Please subm

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

062400 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Suspected engine coolant leak.

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-20 "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Warranty Bulletin D-16-03 - "Can / Am" Warranty Coverage - 594 / 595 / 596 WCC (Rev. B)

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Check Engine Light On, P0113 Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit High

221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

The Heated Seats Do Not Meet The Customers Expectations

220000 SEATS

The Heated Seats Do Not Meet The Customers Expectations

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

The Replacement CSWM/HSM Sets DTC?s U1446-00, B1EB4-1B, B1EB3-1B, B11DC-13

221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

The Replacement CSWM/HSM Sets DTC?s U1446-00, B1EB4-1B, B1EB3-1B, B11DC-13

284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Back-Up Camera Inoperative Complaints, Radio Display Blue or Blank When Placed in Reverse

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Back-Up Camera Inoperative Complaints, Radio Display Blue or Blank When Placed in Reverse

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Wind Whistle Noise From Dash A Pillar Area While Driving

162900 STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Wind Whistle Noise From Dash A Pillar Area While Driving

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

Wind Whistle Noise From Dash A Pillar Area While Driving

346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

Apple CarPlay Does Not Work Or Not Connecting

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Apple CarPlay Does Not Work Or Not Connecting

010200 STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE

EPS And Other CAN C Modules Offline, U0001-00, U0002-00, and U0131-00 Can C Bus Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).

016000 STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

EPS And Other CAN C Modules Offline, U0001-00, U0002-00, and U0131-00 Can C Bus Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

EPS And Other CAN C Modules Offline, U0001-00, U0002-00, and U0131-00 Can C Bus Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

CEL (Check Engine Lamp) Illuminated, P057B Brake Pedal Position Sensor Performance

181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

CEL (Check Engine Lamp) Illuminated, P057B Brake Pedal Position Sensor Performance

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

Lubrication and Maintenance Fluids If MOPAR fluids and chemicals are not readily available, please review Service Library for specifications so a suitable alternative can be used

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Customer Satisfaction Notification ZD7 - Radio Software update

280100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Radio Over The Air Updates LR34.4 to LR35.41 Customers may experience one or more of the following: ? Mobile Wi-Fi inoperative upon start up. ? Hotspot gives "No Internet" connection message on phone when trying to connect to a device. Thi

357500 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

EPS And Other CAN C Modules Offline, U0001 And U0002 Can C Bus Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Wireless Qi Charger Not Charging

100000 POWER TRAIN

Transfer case rear output seal For customer concerns related to Transfer Case Rear Output Seal leak please call FCA Redacted Content prior to repair. If no response within 15 minutes, proceed with the repair.

104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Radio Black Screen, Freezing, Reset, Cutting Out Or Inoperative Intermittently

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Radio Black Screen, Freezing, Reset, Cutting Out Or Inoperative Intermittently

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Power Side Steps Reverse, Stop In Motion, And/Or Do Not Deploy Or Stow

162100 STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER

Power Side Steps Reverse, Stop In Motion, And/Or Do Not Deploy Or Stow

160000 STRUCTURE

Water Leak at Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Warranty Extension XG1 Customers may experience one or more of the following: ? Water on the headliner. ? Water at the back of the cab. ? A leak from the third brake/cargo light/CHMSL. Th

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-13 (XG1) Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) - Select 2019 - 2021 RAM 1500 Pickup (DT)

123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-23-13 (XG1) Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) - Select 2019 - 2021 RAM 1500 Pickup (DT)

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Warranty Bulletin D-23-11 (XG1) Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) - Select 2019 - 2021 RAM 1500 Pickup (DT)

123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

Warranty Bulletin D-23-11 (XG1) Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) - Select 2019 - 2021 RAM 1500 Pickup (DT)

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Customer Satisfaction Notification ZD7 - Radio Software Update

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Customer Satisfaction Notification ZD7 - Radio Software Update

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

Radio Over The Air JR34.41F Updating to JR34.42F Software Version ? Mobile WiFi inoperative upon start up. ? WiFi hotspot gives ?No Internet? connection message on phone when trying to connect to a device. This bulletin provides informatio

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Customer Satisfaction Notification ZD7 - Radio Software Update

353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Customer Satisfaction Notification ZD7 - Radio Software Update

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

MIL lamp-on. Engine noise, rattle. Misfire or rough running.

353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

SOS, Assistance Calls Not Successful After Radio Replacement or Radio Software Update

353600 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

SOS, Assistance Calls Not Successful After Radio Replacement or Radio Software Update

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Water Quality When Mixed With Engine Coolant

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

SENSOR, Wheel Speed When replacing a front wheel speed sensor, hold the convolute towards the sensor head and add a zip tie over the convolute to secure it with the sensor pigtail wire to prevent movement. This will protect the wire from t

200000 WHEELS

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

ROCKER ARM ASSY - ROLLER ROCKER Case 1.- Before replacing the intake or exhaust rocker arms due to an abnormal ticking noise, please check that the INTAKE Hydraulic Lash Adjusters are not "collapsed". If a collapsed INTAKE HLA is found, re

061700 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR

PSU right intake camshaft Case 1) If you are to flash the PSU (Pentastar Upgrade Engine) PCM due to P0300 code presence, only AB or previous LEVEL PSU right intake camshaft PN 05047913AA or AB (old version) should be replaced. If the engin

135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

Mirror

118520 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SENSORS

Parking Assist For any of the following concerns: (PARK SENSOR or Park Assist or Park Sense or PARKING SENSOR) WARNING (PARK SENSOR or Park Assist or Park Sense or PARKING SENSOR) INOP (PARK SENSOR or Park Assist or Park Sense or PARKING

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

Duct Assy Charge Air Cooler In If the seal is missing from inside a Henn connector, please search for the missing seal. It could have been pulled out while removal of the hose from the spigot if it was partially stuck to the spigot. It cou

138900 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:AIR HANDLER/CHAMBER, DUCTS, AND VALVES

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Ambient Air Temperature Missing, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Lamp On, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0070-15 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit-Circuit Short to Battery or Open, P0073 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit High

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Ambient Temperature Sensor Servicing.

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NHTSA Safety Investigations, RAM 1500

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

RQ, Open , Model Year: 2013

Post Recall Remedy Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Failure

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 14 Vehicle Owner Questionnaire (VOQ) reports and 6 EWR Death & Injury (D&I) reports describing post recall remedy failures of the brake transmission shift interlock (BTSI) system in certain Model Year (MY) 2013-2018 RAM pickup trucks.The subject... Read more

RQ, Open , Model Year: 2013

Intermittent/Comp Loss of Power Steering

The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) has received 380 reports from consumers alleging an intermittent or complete loss of power steering assistance in certain 2013-2016 Ram 1500.The failure allegations occur at various speeds with limited detectability to the driver.On March 23, 2016 Fiat Chrys... Read more

RAM 1500 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the RAM 1500 across all model years (2009, 2026).

193 Total Recalls

16,843 Total Complaints

2 Investigations

1,030 Reported Crashes

342 Reported Fires

19 Reported Deaths

RAM 1500 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year	Recalls	Complaints
2026	3	78	View
2025	6	540	View
2024	5	123	View
2023	10	316	View
2022	15	994	View
2021	14	1,105	View
2020 (current)	13	883
2019	29	2,109	View
2018	15	890	View
2017	13	1,173	View
2016	17	2,052	View
2015	18	1,947	View
2014	17	2,376	View
2013	12	1,581	View
2010	4	629	View
2009	2	47	View

Other RAM Models

Model	Recalls	Complaints
3500	357	3,389	View
2500	337	7,345	View
PROMASTER	176	777	View
5500	163	198	View
4500	162	64	View
PROMASTER CITY	46	139	View
C/V TRADESMAN	5	14	View
3500 CAB CHASSIS	2	4	View

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