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The Ram pickup (marketed as the Dodge Ram until 2010) is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by Stellantis North America (formerly Chrysler Group LLC and FCA US LLC) and marketed from 2010 onwards under the Ram Trucks brand. The current fifth-generation Ram debuted at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, in January of that year.

Previously, Ram was part of the Dodge line of light trucks. The name Ram was first used in 1981 model year Dodge Trucks in October 1980, following the retiring and rebadging of the Dodge D series pickup trucks as well as B-series vans, though the company had used a ram's-head hood ornament on some trucks as early as 1933.

Ram trucks have been named Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year eight times; the second-generation Ram won the award in 1994, the third-generation Ram heavy-duty won the award in 2003, the fourth-generation Ram Heavy Duty won in 2010 and the fourth-generation Ram 1500 won in 2013 and 2014, and the current fifth-generation Ram pickup became the first truck in history to win the award three times, winning in 2019, 2020, and 2021.

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Common 2021 Ram 1500 problems

2021 Ram 1500 Common Problems

The 2021 Ram 1500 is a popular full-sized truck, but like any vehicle, it can have its share of issues. Here are some of the common problems reported by owners of this vehicle:

  1. Emergency Brake Engaging While Driving: This is the most widespread complaint on the 2021 Ram 1500, with reports of the electronic emergency brake engaging while driving. This issue is usually caused by a software glitch and can be addressed with a software update from the dealer.
  2. Torn Serpentine Belts: Some owners have reported torn serpentine belts, which can occur in the first 20,000 miles. Aftermarket belts are available for around $150 and are stronger than the original belts, making them a good replacement option.
  3. Excessive Noise from the Front Passenger Seat: A few Ram 1500 owners have reported excessive noise from the front passenger seat, which is usually caused by loose components in the seat or a loose connection to the seat rails. Tightening the seat is usually covered under warranty when the truck is still relatively new.
  4. Powertrain Control Module Software: There is a recall on the 2021 Ram 1500 for the powertrain control module software, which can cause the engine to stall while driving. Ram will update the software for free on affected models.
  5. Fuel Pump and Rearview Camera Recalls: There are also recalls for the fuel pump and the rearview camera, which can cause issues with the vehicle's performance and safety.

In addition to these common problems, the 2021 Ram 1500 can last around 250,000 miles with regular maintenance, but some minor issues with the emergency brake and serpentine belt may arise. The truck has a high initial cost, but it offers a smooth ride, upscale cabin, and strong V8 engines, making it a decent value for a large truck.

It is important to note that while these common problems have been reported, not all 2021 Ram 1500 owners will experience these issues. If you are considering purchasing a 2021 Ram 1500, it is recommended to have the vehicle inspected by a certified mechanic before making a final decision.

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2021 Ram 1500 car problems categorized by type of issue

After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ram 1500 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:

  • Engine problems
  • Electrical system problems
  • Unknown or other problems
  • Power train problems
  • Fuel/propulsion system problems

The graph below shows statistics for all 2021 Ram 1500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

Latest 25 complaints 2021 Ram 1500

The NHTSA has received 423 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2021 Ram 1500. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles.

2024-10-25

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-10-07
  • VIN: 1C6SRFJT9MN
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2021 RAM 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V653000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
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2024-10-22

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-10-15
  • VIN: 1C6SRFKT6MN
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the tailgate unlatched unintendedly. The contact was able to close the tailgate; however, the tailgate had since failed to unlatch and was no longer able to be opened. After inspecting the vehicle and researching the cause of the failure, the contact concluded that the tailgate was out of alignment. The dealer was made aware of the failure but had not inspected, diagnosed, or repaired the vehicle. The dealer informed the contact that the VIN was previously included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V904000 (Structure). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the vehicle had already received the one-time free repair under recall. The failure mileage was 68,000.
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2024-10-21

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-10-21
  • VIN: 1C6SRFBT7MN
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: Open recall 75B on 21 ram 1500 dealer and manufacture says they don’t not have software update for my vehicle and there nothing they can do. Hard to get into contact with anyone and once I do I’m transferred or waiting on hold for hours
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2024-10-20

UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-12
  • VIN: 1C6SRFFT4MN
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • Summary: Recall on vehicle I just bought for a long trip, has no remedy!
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2024-10-19

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-10-18
  • VIN: 1C6SRFFTXMN
  • Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
  • Summary: I have experienced the engine surging while driving 2 times in the last 3 months. 10/18/2024. The RPMs slowly increase regardless of taking my foot off the gas pedal, slowing, or coming to a stop. The engine remains to rev. It causes me to have an extremely hard time keeping a maintained speed and gets difficult to slow down or slow to a stop. The truck was not on Cruise control, it was in 2-wheel drive, and the issue started right as I took off. The engine can be heard revving and trying to accelerate even in an attempt to try neutral with the foot off the gas to resolve the issue. I ensure I do not have my foot on the gas pedal and have to push my brake to the ground to stop. I have called our dealership who reports they are unaware of the issue I describe. Putting the car in park does not resolve the revving, which can be heard, and the Rpms fluctuations seen increasing stuck between 5-7. I have to completely stop and turn off the engine. I had pulled out and drove down a busy intersection I could not pull off on. The engine acceleration issue event lasted for about 10 minutes before I could safely pull off to turn the truck off. It was terrifying. If I had to suddenly stop I would of crashed. What? How many
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2024-10-18

POWER TRAIN PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-10-17
  • VIN: 1C6SRFBT5MN
  • Components: POWER TRAIN
  • Summary: Oil pan is rusted out and leaking.
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2024-10-17

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-05
  • VIN: 1C6SRFFT2MN
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V653000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC)) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
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2024-10-17

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-10-13
  • VIN: 1C6SRFJT7MN
  • Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
  • Summary: When attempting to refuel the vehicle with gasoline, the refueling nozzle automatically stops after just 1 or 2 seconds of fueling at the full flow rate. Even at somewhat slower rates, something happens to cause the refueling nozzle to shut off ("click off") the fuel flow. Operating the refueling nozzle at a very slow rate is the only way to get fuel into the vehicle. This takes a very long time. Pulling the nozzle partially out of the filler neck can help increase the flow rate, but then gasoline unexpectedly splashes/spills out of the filler neck and can splash on the person refueling as well as down the side of the vehicle and onto the ground. This situation is a fire hazard and an environmental hazard.
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2024-10-16

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-10-15
  • VIN: 1C6SRFHM4MN
  • Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
  • Summary: Big oil leak on 3.0 Eco-Diesel front lower timing chain cover Dealer been trying to repair leak for over 2 years. Keepes leaking more and more. Yesterday driving smoke and oil fumes were coming inside the vehicle. You could smell burning oil. This vehicle is a major fire hazard and unsafe to drive. It's also hazardous to the environment and salmon streams. I see from the internet lots of other owners are having this same problem
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2024-10-16

POWER TRAIN PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-10-14
  • VIN: 1C6SRFFTXMN
  • Components: POWER TRAIN
  • Summary: vehicle lost acceleration power while rpm's went up to 7. I put into neutral and then back into drive and problem corrected itself. This is second time this year. When dealer looked at vehicle several months back they could not find the problem.
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2024-10-16

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-02
  • VIN: 1C6SRFLM3MN
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: bought vehicle with Mopar warranty, the fuel filter housing sensor failed and was leaking diesel fuel into the wiring harness which could cause a fire in the electrical system, truck has been at the dealer for over a month and Stellantis just went and stopped making the wiring harness part number 68474576AD with no replacement, they will not return calls from us or the dealer. We are at wits end and need your help.
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2024-10-12

POWER TRAIN PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-10-10
  • VIN: 1C6SRFKM4MN
  • Components: POWER TRAIN
  • Summary: Check engine light turned on, i checked with two different code check device readers and both came up with code "P26FB" Powertrain System, Update Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
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2024-10-09

POWER TRAIN PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-10-09
  • VIN: 1C6SRFJT7MN
  • Components: POWER TRAIN
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V265000 (Power Train); but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
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2024-10-08

POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-04
  • VIN: 1C6RR6GG7MS
  • Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: ON 9 separate occasions, the truck has issued the same warning light for "Powertrain Malfunction Indicator Light". We have written records and emails of specific days each time the truck lights issued this warning. On 2 of these 9 alerts, the truck completely shut down and was unable to start for approximately 30 minutes. We have taken the truck to the dealer multiple times and they have been unable to address this issue. Recently, we saw that RAM recalled 1.2mm trucks of the same model and year as our truck. The recall is number 24V65300. I do not know if this is related but this seems very similar to the software problems we are having on this truck. The fact that this electronic malfunction completely shuts down the truck is very concerning.
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2024-10-08

EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-07-08
  • VIN: 1C6SRFHT9MN
  • Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,STRUCTURE
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that there was water leaking into the cabin of the vehicle near the windshield on the upper left and right corners. The third brake light on the rear windshield had moisture inside the housing, causing the leak into the cabin of the vehicle. The contact noticed the floorboard was wet. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The failure mileage was 29,300.
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2024-10-03

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
  • VIN: 1C6SRFHT0MN
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
  • Summary: There was a software problem with the e-torque system of my truck. From what the dealership stated it was over charging my 12v battery under the hood. It ultimately made my 12v vehicle battery fail. upon this my truck has the start stop feature multiple times at random intervals at stop lights when the start stop was activated my truck would not restart with out a jump pack. This left me in a live traffic lane in at a stop light multiple times. I can upload the dealer repair sheet if requested
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2024-09-25

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-08-01
  • VIN: 1C6SRFHM5MN
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER
  • Summary: Both of the front driver and passenger side flip down sun visors have broken within one week of each other. Each visor is attached to the ceiling of the cab by a metal arm with a plastic retaining clip. That plastic clip has broken on both visors within one week of each other and my truck only gets very light use. Since the retaining clip is broken both visors fall out of the ceiling and hang in the view of the driver and block the line of sight, which means the driver can not see directly in front forward. I have spoken to the local Dage Ram dealership who sold me the truck as well as the main national Ram customer service and both say the repair is outside of warranty even though its a safety issue and a clear defect so they will not fix the issues without me paying form $550 plus labor for each visor.
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2024-09-24

AIR BAGS PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-01-24
  • VIN: 1C6RR7GG9MS
  • Components: AIR BAGS
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to a dealer who diagnosed that one of the air bag systems needed to be replaced. The contact was unsure which air bag was replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred, and the air bag warning light was illuminated again. The contact returned to the same dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the air bag had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact stated he was not advised which air bag was replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that after he had taken possession of the vehicle the air bag warning light was again illuminated. The contact took the vehicle back to the same dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed and was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000.
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2024-09-23

STEERING PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-06
  • VIN: 1C6SRFKT9MN
  • Components: STEERING
  • Summary: Steering went out as I was turning “right”onto the street we live. The vehicle would not turn thus causing the rear end to hit a storm drain and slash the side wall of my right rear tire. The tire immediately went flat. It took me several minutes to inch back and forth to get the truck into my drive and out of the street. I contacted the Ram dealer here in Flowood, Ms and got a car hauler to come get it the next morning. When we rolled it back to allow the car hauler room to winch it up, three of the tires and wheels were straight but the right front was positioned at a 45* angle inwards. Service department at dealer said it was an internal issue and they would order the part. That was Friday [XXX]. I got it back on Friday [XXX]. I called Ram during this time and they gave me a case number and a case manager. I told the case manager what happened and his comment was “wow”. I explained to him that I felt it was a serious issue bc I could have been traveling at a higher rate of speed than what I was. He said he has one other case with the same issue . I have never had a vehicle that the steering went out. This truck has just under 50k miles and all miles are street or highway. Case #with Ram [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
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2024-09-19

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-06
  • VIN: 1C6SRFFT5MN
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: I am contacting you on behalf of my uncle in regards to this. He noticed that my cab and truck bed was separating, so they made an appointment for the dealership that he purchased it from. It was then brought to their collision shop and after further inspection, he was told that it was in fact a manufacturer’s defect and they could not help him. He was told to take it home and just weld it himself. He did purchase a warranty and apparently it expired I believe this past December. Chrysler Cares and Ram Cares were both called and both have said they could not help. Given the year of the vehicle and the issue we are rather confused on how this happened and how/why this is not a covered repair. Clearly this is a manufacturer defect. Furthermore, how is this safe to drive? Clearly both can detach while driving and cause a catastrophic accident resulting in fatalities. Who is then responsible? The dealership for turning away a blind eye, Ram, Stellantis, Chrysler Cares because they were made away and chose to not help and the same with Ram Cares? All of this could result in lawsuits. He feels unsafe driving this now, sadly he is now stuck with this vehicle as he is still paying this vehicle off. This is an issue that needs to be resolved immediately as the safety risks it brings. That’s all he wants is for it to be fixed PROPERLY and not out of his pocket or for it to done as Goodwill. It should not be a Goodwill program as Ram Cares suggested. This is a manufacturing defect and proper ownership and repairs need to happen. The vehicle is still at Rouen in Woodville, Ohio and at this moment it has 32,663 miles. So there’s not a lot of miles on this vehicle for this to have happened. I used my best judgement on miles when brought in and I’m not sure when the issue was first noticed. But the date I listed was when the vehicle was there.
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2024-09-18

SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-16
  • VIN: 1C6SRFFT4MN
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
  • Summary: Several times I’ve been backing up and for no reason the truck jerks to a stop and some kind of alarm or buzzer goes off and it jerks to a complete stop even when I’m not close to anything.
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2024-09-18

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-13
  • VIN: 1C6RREFM4MN
  • Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • Summary: On [XXX], my husband tried to start the truck and nothing would happen. We originally thought the key fob battery was bad, changed the battery and the truck still would not start. We had it towed to the Singing River Chrysler dealership in Florence, Alabama and they told us the Radio Frequency Hub/wireless receiver (located in the back of the cab) was bad due to a water leak. This truck is kept under a carport when it is not driven it was a shock to us that water could have caused the issue. They also informed us there was a bulletin posted on how to fix it. This problem causes the vehicle to shut down, with no steering, with no brakes, if an individual is driving in the rain and this happens it would cause an accident and potentially lives lost. There needs to be some kind of recall to have it fixed. At this time it is going to cost $1,000.00 to fix a manufacturer defect that I should not have to pay for. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
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2024-09-18

STRUCTURE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-18
  • VIN: 1C6SRFHT4MN
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: Driving in my neighborhood at 25 mph when the sunroof EXPLODED and SHATTERED for no reason. Nothing impacted the glass and there were no chips whatsoever. Took it to the dealership and they agreed that nothing impacted the glass or went thru the glass, and that it just spontaneously exploded. This is becoming a common issue with Rams and is a MASSIVE safety issue. Had this happened at highway speed with the retractable cloth roof open it would have cause a SERIOUS situation of glass falling on me, the driver, and anyone else in the vehicle and having pieces of glass flying around in faces and being inhaled. This incident needs to be addressed and Ram needs to put out at the very least a TSB or actually admit a fault and confirm a recall. Ram is notorious for ignoring manufactured part defects and needs to be held ACCOUNTABLE for the poor quality of product they are putting out on the road and putting people's lives at risk.
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2024-09-16

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-09
  • VIN: 1C6SRFJT8MN
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
  • Summary: The contact owns a 2021 RAM 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
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2024-09-10

UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM

  • Date Of Incident: 2024-09-04
  • VIN: 1C6SRFKTXMN
  • Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
  • Summary: After changing the battery, my truck was affected by a computer malfunction which caused my ABS, forward collision detection, electronic stability control and other systems to not work and indicate trouble in the dash. I took it to the dealer, and they charged me $205 to reprogram the computer. These are all symptoms of recall 85B, but my VIN is not in the affected list at this time. I believe the list should be expanded and that I should receive a refund from FCA for the repair work that was completed.
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2021 Ram 1500 recalls

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 12 recalls for different components of the 2021 Ram 1500.

2024-10-10
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components: VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
  • Summary: 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 Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
  • 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 are expected to be mailed December 5, 2024. Owners may contact FCA Customer Service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 86B.
2024-09-05
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
  • Summary: 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 Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
  • 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. Some owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2024. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 85B.
2023-04-13
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
  • Summary: 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.
2023-02-09
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
  • Summary: 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 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
  • 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-918. FCA US Recall ID 63A is a vehicle population expansion of FCA US Recall ID 14A (NHTSA Recall ID 23V-059).
2022-12-08
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components: STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
  • Summary: 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.
2022-10-13
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
  • Summary: 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.
2022-08-25
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
  • Summary: 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, "Rear Visibility."
  • 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.
2021-11-24
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components: AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN
  • Summary: 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.
2021-11-23
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
  • Summary: 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 Visibility."
  • 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 superseded by 23V-059.
2021-09-09
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components: TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE
  • Summary: 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 Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection And Rims."
  • 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.
2021-06-10
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Components: BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION
  • Summary: 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."
  • 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.
2021-02-01
  • Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
  • Park It: 1
  • Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
  • Summary: 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 service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US number for this recall is Y04.
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