Recall homework
There are 13 official recalls listed for this model year. Before buying, use the VIN to confirm which campaigns are still open and ask for dealer repair records on completed work.
Vehicle report
2020 Ram 1500
Recalls, consumer complaints, safety ratings, fuel cost estimate, and next steps from official public data sources.
13 Total recalls
May 8, 2025 Latest recall date
595 Complaint reports
$3,475 Estimated fuel cost
Buyer interpretation
What this record means before you buy
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Owner complaint pattern
Owner complaints most often mention unknown or other, engine, electrical system. Scan those categories before the test drive so you know what symptoms, warning lights, or service history to ask about.
Open investigation signal
1 federal defect investigation is still open. That is not a recall, but it is worth reading before assuming the issue is settled.
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Questions to ask the seller
- Can you show the current VIN recall status for this 2020 Ram 1500?
- Do you have dealer invoices or campaign paperwork for the listed recall repairs?
- Have you noticed any issues related to unknown or other, engine, electrical system?
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Safety ratings
Official safety ratings were found for 4 tested variants of the 2020 Ram 1500.
Safety ratings can vary by tested body style, trim, drivetrain,
or variant. Do not assume every trim has the same rating unless
the official record says so.
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 2WD Default | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars |
| 2020 Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 4WD | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars |
| 2020 Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 2WD | 4/5 stars | 4/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars |
| 2020 Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 4WD | 4/5 stars | 4/5 stars | 5/5 stars | 4/5 stars |
How many recalls does the 2020 Ram 1500 have?
Verify with official VIN lookup13 official recalls on record for the 2020 Ram 1500. 100 matched quarterly completion reports are available.
Latest recall: May 8, 2025
Recall data is based on official records. This page is not an official VIN
recall check. Always confirm open recalls with an official VIN lookup, the
manufacturer, or an authorized dealer.
Completion reports are campaign-level, delayed, and not VIN-specific.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Consequence | Remedy | Date | Completion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V298000 | AIR BAGS | 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." | A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash. | 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. | May 2025 | 2025-4 |
| 24V754000 | VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES | 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." | Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. | 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. | Oct 2024 | 2026-1 |
| 22V904000 | STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | 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. | 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. | 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. | Dec 2022 | 2024-3 |
| 22V767000 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 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. | An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. | 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. | Oct 2022 | 2026-1 |
| 22V638000 | BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION | 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." | A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. | 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. | Aug 2022 | 2024-3 |
| 21V632000 | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture. | A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash. | Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55. | Aug 2021 | 2024-4 |
| 20V622000 | VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Ram 2500 and 1500 vehicles. The driver side mirror glass can detach from the backing plate and no longer provide a reflective surface. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility." | Missing driver side mirror glass reduces visibility and increases the risk of a crash. | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side mirror glass, free of charge. The recall began November 5, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W70. | Oct 2020 | 2022-3 |
| 20V580000 | SEAT BELTS | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking. | In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury. | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W67. | Sep 2020 | 2022-3 |
| 20V191000 | BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors." | The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash. | Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37. | Sep 2020 | 2022-1 |
| 20V513000 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals. In certain accelerator pedal positions, the floormats may prevent the pedal from returning to the normal resting (idle) position. | A pedal that does not return as expected may affect the vehicle's deceleration, thereby increasing the risk of a crash. | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will modify the driver's floormat to remove the potential for pedal interference, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W63. | Aug 2020 | 2022-2 |
| 20V374000 | AIR BAGS | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Ram Promaster vans and 1500 pickups. The affected vehicles may have an improperly crimped diffuser in the side curtain airbag which may result in the diffuser detaching from the inflator in the event of an air bag deployment. | In the event of a crash, if the diffuser detaches from the inflator during air bag deployment, the air bag may not inflate properly, increasing the risk of injury. | FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side curtain air bag assemblies, free of charge. The recall began July 16, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is W52. | Jun 2020 | 2022-2 |
| 20V208000 | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass vehicles. The windshield wiper arm or arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to not operate properly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions. | Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash. | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W25. | Apr 2020 | 2022-1 |
| 19V407000 | AIR BAGS | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles. The flash memory of the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may become corrupted, disabling the vehicle's air bags and seat belt pretensioners. | Disabled air bags and seat belt pretensioners increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash. | Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ORC or replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are V61 and V71. | May 2019 | 2020-3 |
Are there federal defect investigations for the 2020 Ram 1500?
Official records show 1 federal defect investigation matched to the 2020 Ram 1500.
1 open 0
closed
Investigations are not recalls. They show official defect reviews
and may close without a recall, or may reference a related
campaign when one exists.
| Action | Status | Component | Subject | Opened | Related recall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EA23001 | Open | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | High pressure fuel pump failure | Mar 2023 | 24V957 |
Are there manufacturer notices for the 2020 Ram 1500?
Official records show 719 manufacturer communications on record for the 2020 Ram 1500.
8 warranty 1 service campaigns 0 software/OTA
Manufacturer communications are not recalls. They can include
service bulletins, repair instructions, warranty extensions,
software updates, service campaigns, and other notices.
| Date | Type | Component | Summary | ID / document |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | STRUCTURE:BODY | GRILLE - SPEAKER | 11032987 |
| May 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the message appears, no USB devices function in the hub (no charging, no data). NOTE: Hub operation does not return until the vehicle undergoes a full key cycle. | 11032842 |
| May 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the message appears, no USB devices function in the hub (no charging, no data). NOTE: Hub operation does not return until the vehicle undergoes a full key cycle | 11032824 |
| May 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the message appears, no USB devices function in the hub (no charging, no data). NOTE: Hub operation does not return until the vehicle undergoes a full key cycle | 11032647 |
| Apr 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | STRUCTURE:BODY | Squeak Or Squawk Noise Coming From Either Side Door Of The Vehicle, It Could Be Just One Door Or More. The Noise Can Be Present In Either The Upper Or The Lower Hinge. | 11032344 |
| Apr 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Door Latch, Handle And Ajar Additional Service Information. | 11031688 |
| Apr 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | WARNING: Shorting the 48V output stud to the 12V output stud can cause immediate and irreversible damage to the power pack unit. Always use insulated tools and protective stud covers when performing service operations. NOTE: A loose or high resistance ground connection may result in abnormal voltage behavior and can increase the risk of electrical component damage. Always verify ground integrity before system power up. For P0AFA repair: Please follow the Service library steps 1 through 7 without fail. Only replace PPU or MGU after verifying the final step of the procedure. | 11031461 |
| Apr 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | STRUCTURE:BODY | Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position. | 11031241 |
| Mar 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | ENGINE | Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● **P0111-00 - Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range Performance Bank 1. (In Active or Stored status) ● P0071-00 - Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Performance. (In Active or Stored status) ● P0072-00 - Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit "A" Low. (In Active or Stored status) ● P0073-00 - Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit "A" High. (In Active or Stored status) ● P0011-00 - Bank 1 Camshaft 1 Position Timing Over Advanced Or. (In Active or Stored status) ● P25E4-00 - B Camshaft Position - Unable To Achieve Locked Position Bank 1. (In Active or Stored status) ● P05BD-00 - Stop-Start Mode Switch Range/Performance. (In Active or Stored status) ● P0116-00 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Performance. (In Active or Stored status) ● P062B-00 - Internal Control Module Fuel Injector Control Performance. (In Active or Stored status) ● P0604-00 - Internal Control Module Random Access Memory Ram Error. (In Active or Stored status) ● P060C-00 - Internal Control Module Main Processor Performance. (In Active or Stored status)** ● P018B-00 - Fuel Pressure Sensor "B" Circuit Range/performance. **(In Active or Stored status)** ● P1CEA-00 - Boost Side EVAP Purge System Performance. **(In Active or Stored status)** ● P06DD-00 - Engine Oil Pressure Control Circuit Performance/Stuck Off. **(In Active or Stored status)** ● P00C6-00 - Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low - Engine Cranking. **(In Active or Stored status)** ● P0300-00 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. **(In Active or Stored status)** Customers may also experience one or more of the following: ● **Oil Level High Warning in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC).** ● Fully Autonomous Parking Assist (FAPA) is not deactivated when accelerator pedal is pressed. ● Vehicle is not heating up fast enough at freezi | 11030229 |
| Mar 2026 | Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection | 11030269 |
What are the most common 2020 Ram 1500 complaints?
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 67
ENGINE 55
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 51
VISIBILITY/WIPER 35
STEERING 32
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 30
STRUCTURE 30
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE 24
POWER TRAIN 24
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE 19
595 total complaints on record
How much does the 2020 Ram 1500 cost in fuel?
Estimated annual cost $3,475 $290/month at 12,000 miles/year
Effective efficiency 17.5 MPG
Energy used 685 gal/yr
Price assumption $5.07 $/gal
Assumptions: 15 city / 22 highway / 17 combined MPG · Midgrade Gasoline · efficiency ratings from official public data when available · fuel price default: official public data (U.S. average, Jun 3, 2026)
514 g/mi CO2Fuel score 3/10Smog 5/10