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Ram 4500

42 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V882000·2025-12-18

    Ram truck software error may prevent driver air bag deployment

    Chrysler is recalling certain 2025 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500 and 5500 trucks because a software error may stop the driver's air bag or seat belt pretensioner deploying in a crash and disable stability control.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 2500, 4500, 5500, 3500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V765000·2025-11-06

    RAM pickup trucks steering column control module air bag risk

    Chrysler is recalling certain 2021–2022 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 vehicles because the steering column control module may prevent the driver's side air bag from deploying in a crash, increasing injury risk.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 3500, 2500, 4500, 1500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V896000·2024-11-27

    Chrysler Recalls 2017-2018 Ram Trucks Due to Brake Control Unit Failure

    Chrysler is recalling 2017-2018 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks because the hydraulic control unit may fail, disabling anti-lock brakes and stability controls.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 5500, 2500, 4500, 3500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V199000·2024-03-14

    2023-2024 Jeep Wrangler and Ram Vehicles Steering Module Airbag Defect

    Chrysler is recalling 2023-2024 Jeep Wrangler, Ram, Pacifica, and other vehicles because a faulty steering column control module may prevent driver airbag deployment in a crash. Dealers will replace the module free of charge.

    Product
    RAM — RAM, JEEP, CHRYSLER 1500, 2500, 5500, WAGONEER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V759000·2022-10-11

    FCA Recalls 2019-2020 Ram 4500 and 5500 for Brake Hose Defect

    FCA US is recalling 2019-2020 Ram 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles because rear brake hoses may rupture, causing loss of braking ability.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 4500, 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V880000·2021-11-12

    Chrysler Recalls 2019-2020 Ram Trucks for Fuel Pump Failure Risk

    Chrysler is recalling 2019-2020 Ram trucks with Cummins 6.7L diesel engines because the high-pressure fuel pump may fail, causing sudden engine stalls that increase crash risk.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 5500, 2500, 4500, 3500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V798000·2021-10-14

    RAM Pickup and Cab Chassis Trucks: Intake Heater Relay Fire Risk

    Certain 2021-2022 RAM pickup and cab chassis trucks with Cummins diesel engines may experience electrical shorts in the Intake Heater Grid Relay, causing a fire hazard. Owners should park outside until dealers inspect and repair the defect.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 2500, 4500, 3500, 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V016000·2021-01-20

    RAM 4500 and 5500 Recalled for Rear Brake Line Wear Risk

    Custom Truck And Body Works is recalling 2020 RAM 4500 and 5500 vehicles because a rear brake line may wear, causing brake failure.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 4500, 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·20V511000·2020-08-27

    RAM 3500, 4500, 5500 Recall for Engine Oil Film Defect

    Chrysler is recalling 2019-2020 RAM 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles due to a defect that can cause engine damage and fire risk.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 3500, 5500, 4500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V498000·2019-06-27

    2019 Ram Trucks Recalled for Diesel Fuel Line Leak Fire Risk

    Chrysler is recalling 2019 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 diesel trucks because fuel lines may leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 5500, 4500, 3500, 2500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V332000·2018-05-17

    Chrysler Recalls Vehicles for Cruise Control Disengagement Defect

    Chrysler is recalling over 4.8 million vehicles because a wiring short may prevent the cruise control system from disengaging, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    RAM — RAM, JEEP, CHRYSLER 5500, WRANGLER, CHEROKEE, GRAND CHEROKEE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V277000·2018-05-01

    RAM 4500 and 5500 Trucks Recalled for Brake Hose Corrosion Risk

    Chrysler is recalling 2018 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks because brake hose ferrules may lack anti-corrosion plating, potentially causing fluid leaks and loss of braking.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 4500, 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V021000·2018-01-09

    Chrysler, Dodge, and Ram Vehicles Recalled for Air Bag Inflator Defect

    Chrysler is recalling specific 2009-2013 vehicles because the passenger air bag inflator may explode during deployment, posing a risk of serious injury or death.

    Product
    CHRYSLER — CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP 300, DAKOTA, CHALLENGER, CHARGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V821000·2017-12-20

    FCA Recalls Ram Trucks Due to Transmission Shift Interlock Defect

    FCA is recalling specific Ram trucks because the brake transmission shift interlock pin may stick, allowing the vehicle to shift out of park without the brake pedal or key, increasing rollaway risk.

    Product
    RAM — RAM, DODGE 2500, 4500, 3500, RAM 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V739000·2016-10-13

    Chrysler Recalls 74,811 Vehicles for Alternator Failure and Fire Risk

    Chrysler is recalling 74,811 Dodge and RAM vehicles because a faulty alternator may fail, causing the vehicle to stall or catch fire.

    Product
    DODGE — DODGE, RAM CHARGER POLICE, 5500, 4500, 3500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·16V495000·2016-07-01

    FCA Recalls 2016 Ram Trucks Due to Transfer Case Shaft Fracture Risk

    FCA is recalling 2016 Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks because a misshapen transfer case shaft may fracture, potentially causing loss of motive power or rollaway.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 5500, 3500, 4500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V592000·2015-09-23

    FCA Recalls 2016 Ram Trucks Due to Engine Stalling Risk

    FCA is recalling 2016 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks because a short circuit in the Engine Control Module may cause the engine to stall without warning, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 4500, 5500, 3500, 2500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V468000·2015-07-27

    Chrysler Recalls 2015 Ram 4500 and 5500 Trucks for Suspension Defect

    Chrysler is recalling 199 model year 2015 Ram 4500 and 5500 pickup trucks due to a front suspension weld defect that may reduce vehicle stability and increase crash risk.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 5500, 4500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V290000·2015-05-18

    RAM 4500 and 5500 Trucks Recalled for Tire Speed Rating Mismatch

    Chrysler is recalling 2014-2015 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks because their tires are rated for a lower speed than the vehicle's maximum capability, posing a crash risk.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 4500, 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·14V635000·2014-10-08

    Chrysler Recalls 2010-2014 Ram Trucks for Diesel Fuel Heater Fire Risk

    Chrysler is recalling 2010-2014 Ram trucks because diesel fuel heater connectors may overheat, potentially causing fuel leaks and fire.

    Product
    DODGE — DODGE, RAM RAM 5500, 4500, redundant 4500, redundant 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·13V288000·2013-07-02

    Chrysler Recalls 2013 RAM Trucks Due to Track Bar Bolt Defect

    Chrysler is recalling 2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks because an incorrect bolt may break, causing the vehicle to pull to one side and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 5500, 4500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V225000·2026-04-09

    RAM pickup and cab chassis vehicles instrument panel software error recall

    Chrysler is recalling 2025–2026 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 vehicles due to a software error that may cause the instrument panel display to fail, hiding critical safety information like gear selection and warning lights.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 5500, 1500, 4500, 3500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V059000·2026-02-02

    Trucks and SUVs recalled over a trailer tow module design defect

    Chrysler is recalling 456,287 Ram and Jeep vehicles because an improperly designed trailer tow module may leave trailer lights unlit and trailer brakes inoperative.

    Product
    RAM — RAM, JEEP 2500, CHEROKEE, WAGONEER S, 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V826000·2025-12-01

    2025-2026 RAM Pickup Trucks: Blank Instrument Panel Display Software Error

    Chrysler is recalling 2025-2026 RAM pickup trucks (1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, 5500) because a software error causes the instrument panel display to go blank, preventing drivers from seeing critical warning lights and gear selection.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V530000·2025-08-18

    2026 RAM Trucks Instrument Panel Cluster Warning Light Malfunction

    Chrysler is recalling certain 2026 RAM 2500, 3500, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles because the instrument panel may display an incorrect brake system warning light, potentially failing to alert drivers to critical safety information.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 5500, 3500, 2500, 4500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V799000·2023-11-28

    RAM 2500 Steering Control Module Failure May Disable Turn Signals and High Beams

    Certain 2023-2024 RAM 2500 vehicles and related models have a faulty steering column control module that may cause turn signals and high beams to malfunction, increasing the risk of a crash. Owners should contact FCA US, LLC for free repairs.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 4500, 5500, 3500, 1500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V060000·2023-02-09

    RAM pickup and cab chassis trucks recalled for engine compartment fire risk

    Chrysler is recalling 2021–2023 RAM 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 Cummins diesel trucks due to an electrical short in the heater grid relay that can cause engine compartment fires. Owners should park outside and away from structures until repairs are completed.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 3500, 2500, 4500, 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V642000·2022-08-26

    2022 RAM Engine Control Module May Cause Loss of Drive Power

    Chrysler is recalling certain 2022 RAM 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 vehicles with Cummins diesel engines. The engine control module may have a misaligned capacitor that can short-circuit, causing loss of drive power and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 2500, 4500, 5500, 3500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V035000·2022-01-27

    RAM 2500-5500 Recall for Windshield Wiper Arm Loosening

    Chrysler is recalling 2019-2020 RAM 2500-5500 vehicles because wiper arms may loosen, reducing visibility in certain weather conditions.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 5500, 2500, 4500, 3500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V398000·2021-05-27

    RAM 3500, 4500, and 5500 vehicles recalled for wheel stud failure

    Chrysler is recalling RAM trucks because incorrect manual torque specifications can cause wheel studs to over-tighten, break, and lead to wheel separation and possible crashes.

    Product
    RAM — RAM, DODGE 5500, 3500, 4500, RAM 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V163000·2021-03-11

    2021 RAM Cummins Diesel Cab Chassis Trucks Recalled for Electrical Fire Risk

    Chrysler is recalling approximately 19,214 2021 RAM heavy-duty trucks with diesel engines due to a potential electrical short in the intake heater relay that could cause vehicle fires. Owners should not park these vehicles indoors until repaired.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 5500, 2500, 3500, 4500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·19V236000·2019-03-26

    Excellance Recalls 2018 Ambulances and Emergency Vehicles with Whelen Brake Lights

    Excellance is recalling 2018 ambulances and emergency vehicles because Whelen brake lights may illuminate without the brake pedal being pressed, potentially confusing other drivers.

    Product
    RAM — RAM, CHEVROLET, FORD 4500, G4500, C3500, E-450
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·18V100000·2018-02-08

    RAM Trucks Recalled for Transmission Shift Interlock Defect

    Chrysler is recalling 2017-2018 RAM trucks because the brake pedal interlock may fail, allowing the vehicle to shift out of Park without the brake pedal being pressed.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 2500, 5500, 1500, 3500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V824000·2017-12-21

    Chrysler Recalls Vehicles with Defective Kidde Fire Extinguishers

    Chrysler is recalling various Dodge, Jeep, and RAM vehicles equipped with specific Kidde fire extinguishers that may clog or detach, posing injury risks.

    Product
    DODGE — DODGE, RAM, JEEP DURANGO, CHALLENGER, RAM 1500, 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·17V562000·2017-09-12

    RAM Trucks Recalled for Water Pump Leak Fire Risk

    Chrysler is recalling 2013-2017 RAM trucks with specific Cummins diesel engines because a water pump defect may leak coolant and increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

    Product
    RAM — RAM 2500, 3500, 4500, 5500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V461000·2015-07-23

    Chrysler Recalls 2013-2015 Vehicles for Radio Software Vulnerability

    Chrysler is recalling specific 2013-2015 Ram, Jeep, Dodge, and Chrysler vehicles because radio software vulnerabilities allow unauthorized remote access to vehicle control systems, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    RAM — RAM, JEEP, DODGE 5500, 1500, CHEROKEE, VIPER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·15V459000·2015-07-22

    Chrysler Recalls Ram Trucks Due to Air Bag Wiring Harness Defect

    Chrysler is recalling 2012-2014 Ram trucks because a steering wheel wiring harness may rub against the air bag retainer, potentially causing unexpected air bag deployment.

    Product
    DODGE — DODGE, RAM RAM 5500, 4500, RAM 4500, RAM 3500
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations — 2 open

  • RQ25003 Recall Query · open · power train:automatic transmission
  • PE24009 Preliminary Evaluation · open · power train:automatic transmission
  • PE22012 Preliminary Evaluation · service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
  • PE21021 Preliminary Evaluation · fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump
  • PE19017 Preliminary Evaluation · power train
  • EA19004 Engineering Analysis · steering:linkages:drag:link:connection

Technical service bulletins

1,047 manufacturer service bulletins across 14 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2026: 4.6/5
  • 2025: 4.6/5
  • 2024: 4.6/5 · 1 complaints
  • 2023: 4.6/5
  • 2022: 4.3/5 · 3 complaints · most complained-of: powertrain

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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