Model year record

2021 Ram 1500

15 recall campaigns on file for this model year. 1,511 owner complaints on file.

Recalls

Recall campaignNHTSA 26V495000

Seat belts: rear/other: anchorage

Component
Seat belts: rear/other: anchorage
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
1,271,294
Reported to NHTSA
2026-07-30
Owners notified
2026-08-18

Defect description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The second-row center and left-side 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."

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer 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 Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 6, 2026.

Recall campaignNHTSA 25V765000

Steering: steering control module

Component
Steering: steering control module
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
532
Reported to NHTSA
2025-11-06
Owners notified
2025-12-11

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 Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer 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 recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning November 13, 2025.

Recall campaignNHTSA 25V298000

Air bags

Component
Air bags
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
71
Reported to NHTSA
2025-05-08
Owners notified
2025-05-27

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, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V754000

Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices

Component
Visibility: rearview mirrors/devices
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
31,676
Reported to NHTSA
2024-10-10
Owners notified
2024-12-05

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 Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 24V653000

Electronic stability control (ESC): control module

Component
Electronic stability control (ESC): control module
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
1,025,432
Reported to NHTSA
2024-09-05
Owners notified
2024-09-26

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 Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer 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 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 85B.

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V265000

Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Component
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
131,700
Reported to NHTSA
2023-04-13
Owners notified
2023-04-27

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.

Safety risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 23V059000

Back over prevention: display function

Component
Back over prevention: display function
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
77,079
Reported to NHTSA
2023-02-09
Owners notified
2023-03-01

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 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

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.

Manufacturer 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).

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V904000

Structure: body: tailgate: hinge and attachments

Component
Structure: body: tailgate: hinge and attachments
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
1,224,078
Reported to NHTSA
2022-12-08
Owners notified
2022-12-22

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.

Safety risk

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.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V767000

Engine

Component
Engine
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
60,413
Reported to NHTSA
2022-10-13
Owners notified
2023-10-17

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.

Safety risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 22V638000

Back over prevention: display function

Component
Back over prevention: display function
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
7,895
Reported to NHTSA
2022-08-25
Owners notified
2022-10-06

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, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 21V925000

Air bags: side/window: curtain

Component
Air bags: side/window: curtain
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
376
Reported to NHTSA
2021-11-24
Owners notified
2022-01-17

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.

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 21V918000

Steering: steering control module

Component
Steering: steering control module
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
38,157
Reported to NHTSA
2021-11-23
Owners notified
2022-02-22

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 Visibility."

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 21V698000

Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire

Component
Tires: temporary/emergency spare tire
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
2
Reported to NHTSA
2021-09-09
Owners notified
2021-09-09

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 Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection And Rims."

Safety risk

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.

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 21V438000

Back over prevention: display function

Component
Back over prevention: display function
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
14,096
Reported to NHTSA
2021-06-10
Owners notified
2021-06-24

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."

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer 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.

Recall campaignNHTSA 21V037000

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder

Component
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
683
Reported to NHTSA
2021-02-01
Owners notified
2021-02-09

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.

Safety risk

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

Manufacturer 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.

Owner complaints

A complaint is one person's report to a federal agency. It is not a finding.

ComponentComplaintsMedian mileage
Engine34727,803 mi
Electrical system27346,259 mi
Unknown or other133500 mi
Power train12640,561 mi
Fuel/propulsion system836 mi
Steering7340,000 mi
Service brakes664,700 mi
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking511,000 mi
Air bags4149,000 mi
Structure: body383,000 mi
Vehicle speed control362,200 mi
Visibility/wiper3264 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic2640,126 mi
Fuel system, gasoline2530,000 mi
Electronic stability control (ESC)2036,000 mi
Exterior lighting1726,000 mi
Forward collision avoidance: warnings11
Suspension1153,806 mi
Lane departure: blind spot detection10
Seat belts780,000 mi
Back over prevention: rearview system braking626,000 mi
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator681,000 mi
Back over prevention: camera system5
Back over prevention: warnings5
Forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control5
Wheels5
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system459,700 mi
Back over prevention350,000 mi
Fuel system, diesel385,000 mi
Parking brake351,409 mi
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer340,000 mi
Exterior lighting: headlights2147,000 mi
Lane departure: assist2
Power train: automatic transmission228,000 mi
Power train: transfer case (4-wheel drive)228,000 mi
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: ABS warning light2
Structure28,200 mi
Suspension: front: wheel bearing240,126 mi
Tires: tread/belt2
Visibility262,000 mi
Visibility: glass, side/rear2
Electrical system: adas: hill descent assist: software1500 mi
Electrical system: ignition136,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling11,000 mi
Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe146,000 mi
Equipment1
Exterior lighting: brake lights129,300 mi
Fuel system, diesel: delivery: fuel pump1
Hybrid propulsion system115,000 mi
Latches/locks/linkages18,200 mi
Power train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)131,000 mi
Power train: driveline: driveshaft116,266 mi
Steering: hydraulic power assist: power steering fluid136,000 mi
Structure: body: hood18,200 mi
Structure: body: roof and pillars13,000 mi
Tires: sidewall1
Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly1
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system142,000 mi

The 2020 model has roughly the same number of complaints as this one. The 2022 model has roughly the same number of complaints as this one. These figures reflect raw complaint counts, not failure rates. Higher-selling model years naturally receive more complaints.

Open investigations

An investigation is not a recall. It indicates that NHTSA is currently evaluating an alleged defect but has not reached a final determination.

EA23001High pressure fuel pump failure

Fuel system, diesel: delivery: fuel pump

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.