2021 RAM 1500

15 recalls, 1,142 complaints - 1,413 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle anchors may have been improperly installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Consequence

An improperly installed seat belt buckle anchor may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and attach the seat belt buckle anchor to the body structure as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 67D. Vehicle Iden... Read more

1,271,294 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 4500, and Ram 5500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the driver's side air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle... 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 will replace the steering column control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 11, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 14C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this ... Read more

532 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

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)

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019, 2021-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle S... Read more

Consequence

Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 10, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1... Read more

1,025,432 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 5.7L eTorque engines. The powertrain control module software may cause an incorrect fuel mixture condition in the engine, and result in an engine stall.

Consequence

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 37A.

131,700 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ram 1500 and 2023 Ram 2500 vehicles. The trailer reverse steering control module (TRSCM) may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Feder... Read more

Consequence

A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the TRSCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 14A. This recall supersedes and expands previous recall numbers 21V-438 and 21V... Read more

77,079 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 2021-2022 Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and 2021 Ram 1500 Classic pickup trucks. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) assemblies may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in an improper air bag deployment.

Consequence

An air bag that deploys improperly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y99.

376 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. The Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module (TRSCM) 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, "Rear Visib... 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 TRSCM software. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on January 19, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y80. This recall was... Read more

38,157 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles. The incorrect-size spare tire may have been installed, which does not match the tire size and inflation pressure information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicl... Read more

Consequence

A driver that relies on the incorrect spare tire inflation pressure on the tire placard label may inflate the spare tire incorrectly, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the spare tire assembly, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed on September 9, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y62.

2 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a trailer reverse steering module (TRSCM). The rearview camera image may not display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility.... Read more

Consequence

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

Remedy

Dealers will update the TRSCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, US, LLC's number for this recall is Y30. This recall was superseded by recall number 21V-918.

14,096 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ram 1500 Classic SLT trucks. Certain vehicles were built without the retaining clip that secures the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal, which can cause the brake pedal to separate from the brake system.

Consequence

A separated brake pedal can result in the driver being unable to apply the service brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they receive instructions on the inspection and repair, as necessary. FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install the push rod clip, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer servi... Read more

683 vehicles affected

Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)

Complaint Statistics

1,142 total complaints 46 crashes 9 fires 42 injuries

Top Reported Components

Component	Complaints
ENGINE	254
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	148
UNKNOWN OR OTHER	118
POWER TRAIN	102
SERVICE BRAKES	67
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM	46
AIR BAGS	44
STEERING	44
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING	40
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL	29

Incident date: Sep 6, 2026

I own a 2021 Ram 1500 with the 3.0L EcoDiesel Gen 3 engine. The vehicle has experienced diagnostic trouble code P00AF, indicating a turbocharger/variable geometry turbocharger (VGT) boost-control performance problem. I have already taken the vehicle to a Ram dealership for this same issue. The deal... Read more

Incident date: Aug 28, 2026

BULLITIN TSB 23 098 23 SLIDING REAR WINDOW LEAK PROBLEM FOR 2019-2021 DODGE RAM 1500. DEALER CHARGED $1,247.51 FOR THE REPAIR OF REPLACING THE WINDOW AND FRAME. ALSO THE WIRELESS CONTROL MODULE UNDER THE BACK SEAT ZAPPED OUT AND HAD TO BE REPLACED FROM THE WATER DAMAGE COSTING US $2,395.28. BULLIT... Read more

Incident date: Jul 1, 2026

Driver side seatbelts issues, issues locking the buckle. Also car has engine light come up after emergency braking system error. Goes in to reduced power mode. If shut off and turn back on, truck is fine.

Incident date: Jul 1, 2026

Incident date: Aug 25, 2026

The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the instrument panel lights illuminated but the vehicle failed to start. The battery was replaced but the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, who diagnosed that the RF Hub had f... Read more

Incident date: Aug 9, 2026

This vehicle was subject to NHTSA Recall 22V-767 / Stellantis Recall Z96 for a defective Bosch CP4.2 high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) known to fail and release metal debris into the fuel system. The recall remedy (HPFP replacement) was performed at an authorized Stellantis/Ram dealership on 3/29/2024.... Read more

Incident date: Aug 9, 2026

Incident date: Aug 17, 2026

I purchased a new 2026 Ram 1500 Rebel Crew Cab 4x4 from the John Heister Dodge Ram dealership, in [XXX] on XXX. The following day, I day i was notified of an open safety recall (NHTSA 26V-531) affecting the vehicle's rear visibility/backup camera system, which under certain conditions may fail to di... Read more

Incident date: Aug 17, 2026

Incident date: Aug 25, 2026

Air bag light on. Needed temp start

Incident date: Aug 25, 2026

Air bag light on. Needed temp start

Incident date: Aug 18, 2026

The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the "Service Electronic Steering Control", "Service Transmission", and the "Continue to Drive - Do not Shift or Turn off Engine" messages were displayed on the instrument panel, before the vehicle stalle... Read more

Incident date: Aug 18, 2026

Incident date: Aug 16, 2026

I initiated a turn and the steering wheel suddenly and forcefully moved in the opposite direction of my steering input. The steering wheel was pulled out of my hand. I was unable to maintain the intended steering direction and the vehicle was involved in a collision. This was not an intentional stee... Read more

Incident date: Aug 16, 2026

Incident date: Apr 1, 2023

Multiple times this has happened when I engaged in reverse the screen will be blank and can't see anything. It will take a couple of times of driving,parking and turning on and off the truck before it turns back on. This is a major safety concern as i can not see anything as i reverse. This does no... Read more

Incident date: Apr 1, 2023

Incident date: Mar 1, 2026

This is in regard to safety recall C4B. I have been contacting RAM dealers for almost 5 years on this issue and they have not had parts the whole time. I am sure they are mandated to build vehicles with ABS and this is obviously a common issue if you finally required the recall. I see they had the p... Read more

Incident date: Mar 1, 2026

We purchased the 2026 Subaru Trailseeker Limited in April, 2026. We have used it regularly (every few days since purchase). I experienced a display of "Low Battery", on the heads up display prior to charging. Once the traction battery recharged I did not see the warning. I subsequently installed... Read more

Incident date: Mar 1, 2026

The check air bag light stays on and will not go off. The light stays on with the seatbelt on or off.

Incident date: Aug 5, 2026

Due to the rear camera not working due to a software issue for over a year now I can't adjust my wipers during the rain. I can't turn on or off the lights or anything else that is controlled by the screen, it doesn't work due to software issue. Since I can't use my camera I can't see things behind m... Read more

Incident date: Aug 5, 2026

Incident date: Jul 27, 2026

The horn on all 2024 Honda CRV’s cannot meet any safefy standards. When honked it sounds like the Looney Tunes Roadrunner! My daughter almost got run off the road this week even though she was honking the horn. Newer models and older models do not have this wimpy horn as this is the third CRV I ha... Read more

Incident date: Jul 29, 2026

The contact owns a 2021 Ram ProMaster 2500. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a ... Read more

Incident date: Jul 17, 2021

1. Vehicle sat in a storage unit for 2 weeks. Battery registered adequate voltage when picking up vehicle 2. Started vehicle, engaged 4 Auto due to rain 3. Drove 16 miles in light to moderate rain at speeds of 30-60MPH 4. Made multiple stops at stoplight in town. When waiting at a red light, my foot... Read more

Incident date: Jul 17, 2021

You ca. have gas in the car and it still just cut off and say no gas and it be gas in their

Incident date: Jul 26, 2026

An Over-The-Air / Chevrolet Dealership software update removed a physical, hands-on-wheel control function, forcing me to divert my eyes from the road to the central touchscreen to perform a basic driving task (channel surfing) on the radio. Specifically, the right front steering wheel toggle used t... Read more

Incident date: Jul 26, 2026

The contact owns a 2014 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 15 MPH and attempting to make a left turn, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The hazard lights were activated, and the vehicle was driven back to the residence. The check engin... Read more

Incident date: Jul 26, 2026

Incident date: Jun 20, 2026

I want to raise a serious safety concern with a recent Tesla software update related to Full Self-Driving (FSD). When I disengage FSD, a prompt immediately appears on the main screen asking why I intervened, with selectable options. Here is the issue: When I take over from FSD, it is almost always... Read more

Incident date: Jun 20, 2026

After having my car for a month I noticed the steering wheel making a cracking noise when turning going down a parking garage. It made this sound when turning both left and right along with suddenly making it hard to turn the wheel in certain angles. The vehicle was taken to service where I was told... Read more

Incident date: Jun 12, 2026

Incident description: While driving, the vehicle’s dashboard illuminated all warning lights (ABS, traction control, battery, check engine, forward safety system) and the engine revved to approximately 8,000 RPM with unintended rapid acceleration. Driver had to apply hard braking to maintain contro... Read more

Incident date: Jul 19, 2026

The cross traffic did not alert me. The opposing vehicle was parked in a parking spot at the Jacksonville Dermatologist office near the Martinez dental office 32216. She caused over $8900 dollars in damage. She indicated she did not see me in her rear view camera. Her vehicle from 2017 Kia did not ... Read more

Crash

Incident date: Jul 17, 2026

Harness straps are becoming loose due to debris getting lodged in the release tension button causing straps to loosen without pressing button causing a safety concern. Cybex’s solution to this is to basically tell you to just keep it clean when they should be recalling and fixing this issue with a... Read more

Incident date: Feb 15, 2025

The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V128000 (Seats); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. T... Read more

Incident date: Feb 15, 2025

Error ui_a020 "steering assist reduced" appears without any noticeable steering changes at the moment, but with a warning that steering may become increasingly harder and harder. There were recent recalls on other models of Tesla.

Incident date: Jul 1, 2026

While driving on the parkway, the engine revved, and then the brakes became hard as a brick. The truck was unable to be stopped. There were no warning lamps or indications there was a problem, it happened suddenly and immediately. Other drivers' and my own safety was at risk because I could not stop... Read more

Incident date: Jun 9, 2026

While driving, parking, or doing any function of the vehicle, the screen will intermittently switch from the cameras being used to the on board navigation and start routing the vehicle to random locations, or it may blank out completely. It has also frozen in place and will not display reverse camer... Read more

Incident date: Jun 9, 2026

Incident date: Jun 16, 2026

Updated NHTSA Complaint DraftVehicle Information: 2014 Hyundai SonataVIN: [XXX] Incident Date: XXX Description of Safety Defect:While driving on XXX, the vehicle's engine experienced a catastrophic mechanical failure and completely shut off without warning, causing an immediate loss of motive power.... Read more

Incident date: Jan 18, 2026

The digital instrument cluster and center infotainment display screen went completely black and blank while the vehicle was in motion. This immediate failure blinded the driver to critical safety telemetry, including the current vehicle speed, gear positioning, and active safety warning telltales, c... Read more

Incident date: Jan 18, 2026

Incident date: Jan 2, 2026

Brake caliphers went bad 2 days after I purchased, now a heavy humming sound that I literally feel vibration in my seat, loud weird noise when making sharp turns, turning the wheel while in park grinding noise, loud rumbling when air conditioner is on, jerking forward when press on gas. This car is ... Read more

Incident date: Jan 2, 2026

The contact owns a 2018 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal odor and a knocking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the issue. The vehicle was not repaired. The iss... Read more

Incident date: Jan 18, 2026

Incident date: Jan 2, 2026

I bought this car from a dealer .that buys buy back cars from Gm .when i bought the car the dealer stated all service have been done . well i took to get oil changed and chevy told me they had no record of this service.the 2024 corvette gets a free oil and trans service from chevy.it has got to be d... Read more

Incident date: Dec 4, 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); 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 amoun... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2021 RAM 1500

2021 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, 2021 RAM 1500

1,413 manufacturer communications from 533 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

Component	Bulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM	210
350000 EQUIPMENT	92
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING	85
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION	84
100000 POWER TRAIN	80
160000 STRUCTURE	62
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING	44
010000 STEERING	39

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Radio Over The Air Update from QR39.82F to QR40.12 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

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

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

120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

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

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Radio Over The Air Update from QR39.5 to QR40.11 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 co

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Radio Over The Air Updating to QR40.12 Software Version 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

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.

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

Thermostat Assy For 2022-2024MY 3.6L Pentastar Upgrade with P0128 failure code. PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY THERMOSTAT REPLACEMENT, PROCEED WITH INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS FROM THE LATEST VERSION OF STAR ONLINE PUBLICATION S2309000014

121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Headlamp Condensation Clearing Procedure Some customers may report that on occasion, vehicle exterior head lamp assemblies are fogged with a light layer of condensation on the inside of the lenses.

353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Navigation (NAV) Reboot When MOTA Fails The customer may describe one of more of the following: ? Radio navigation continues to reboot after a Map Update (MOTA). ? Navigation regularly cuts out and back on again. ? Radio switches to nav

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Revised Customer Satisfaction Notification Y40 ? Control Module Software Updates

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

118420 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SENSORS

Blindspot Module For concern on Blindspot Module setting U11FB-00 Lost Communication with Left Blind Spot Sensor, U11FA-00 Lost Communication with Right Blind Spot Sensor. Some vehicle(s) where the Blindspot Module was replaced had no issu

118410 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SOFTWARE

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.

116000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

No Start, No Crank

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

No Start, No Crank

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Radio Over The Air Update to LR34.31 to LR35.41 Software Version 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 co

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

100000 POWER TRAIN

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

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Radio Over The Air Update to Q339.3 to QR39.62 Software Version 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 con

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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

181000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) On, Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Lamp Flashes, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P2127 Accelerator Pedal Position Circuit Low

350000 EQUIPMENT

Spring Front Upr - Isolator Before replacing this part. Please contact FCA REDACTED CONTENT. ~ If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.

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

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

Radio Over The Air Updating From QR39.6 to QR40.12 Software Version Customers may experience one or more of the following symptoms: ? Mobile Wi-Fi inoperative upon start up. ? Hotspot gives "No Internet" connection message on phone when

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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

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

355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

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

060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

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

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

A/C Diagnostic LOP Change

221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

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

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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

220000 SEATS

The Heated Seats Do Not Meet The Customers Expectations

221700 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER

The Heated Seats Do Not Meet The Customers Expectations

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

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

133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS

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

280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION

Wind Whistle Noise From Dash A Pillar Area While Driving

284100 BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

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

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Apple CarPlay Does Not Work Or Not Connecting

346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

Apple CarPlay Does Not Work Or Not Connecting

110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software.

103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software.

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).

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).

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).

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

Customer Satisfaction Notification ZD7 - Radio Software update

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.

Radio Over The Air Updating to QR40.12 Software Version ? Mobile Wi-Fi inoperative upon start up. ? Hotspot gives "No Internet" connection message on phone, when trying to connect to a device. This bulletin provides information regarding t

118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

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

114710 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS:ACCESORY POWER OUTLET/JACK/PORT/USB/SAE/CIGARETTE LIGHTER

USB Hub In-Operable

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)

138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

A/C Diagnostic LOP Change (Except Alfa Romeo Vehicles)

980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER

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

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

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

103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Transmission, Valve Body For 2021 DT with concerns related to DTC P0731 (Gear 1 Shift Incorrect ratio) contact FCA Redacted Content. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with order.

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)

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

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)

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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).

203 Total Recalls

17,326 Total Complaints

2 Investigations

1,066 Reported Crashes

341 Reported Fires

20 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	6	123	View
2025	7	627	View
2024	6	126	View
2023	11	338	View
2022	16	1,038	View
2021 (current)	15	1,142
2020	14	902	View
2019	30	2,151	View
2018	15	913	View
2017	13	1,188	View
2016	17	2,107	View
2015	18	1,975	View
2014	17	2,413	View
2013	12	1,607	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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