Compare two vehicles

Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.

Vehicle A

Gasoline · 17 combined MPG · Rear-Wheel Drive

Vehicle B

Gasoline · 17 combined MPG · Rear-Wheel Drive

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More recall homework

2021 Ram 1500

has more recalls listed.

More complaint activity

2021 Ram 1500

has more complaint records.

Open investigation signals

Similar activity

Open investigation counts are similar.

Lower estimated fuel cost

Similar estimates

fuel-cost estimates are similar.

Short answer: 1500 needs more recall homework, 1500 has more complaint activity and 1500 has more severity reports. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.

Public-record comparison

Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.

Record 2021 Ram 1500 2020 Ram 1500 Difference
Total recalls 14 13 1500 has 1 more recalls
Total complaints 655 611 1500 has 44 more complaints
Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports 26 / 4 / 17 / 0 24 / 6 / 11 / 1 1500 has 5 more severity reports
Defect investigations 1 1 Similar
Open investigations 1 1 Similar
Manufacturer communications 697 734 1500 has 37 more communications
Recall completion reports 91 100 1500 has 9 more reports
Warranty programs 1 2 1500 has 1 more warranty programs
Service campaigns 0 0 Similar
Software notices 0 0 Similar
Canadian recall records 0 0 Similar
Latest recall Nov 6, 2025 May 8, 2025 1500 has newer activity
Latest complaint Jul 9, 2026 Jul 16, 2026 1500 has newer activity
Top complaint categories Top 3
  • Engine
  • Electrical System
  • Unknown Or Other
  • Electrical System
  • Engine
  • Unknown Or Other
 Different
Fuel type Gasoline Gasoline Same
Efficiency 17 combined MPG 17 combined MPG Same
Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year $4,400 $4,400 Similar
Safety-rating records 4 4 Similar

Practical next steps

What to ask each seller

2021 Ram 1500

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had engine and electrical system repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

2020 Ram 1500

  • Can I get the VIN to confirm exact recall status?
  • Do you have repair orders for listed recall work?
  • Has the vehicle had electrical system and engine repairs?
  • Can an independent mechanic inspect it?

What to inspect first

2021 Ram 1500

  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior

2020 Ram 1500

  • Electrical System: warning lights, screens, battery drain, accessories
  • Engine: stalling, rough idle, oil use, warning lights
  • Unknown Or Other: service records, warning lights, and test-drive behavior

Always get an independent mechanic inspection.

Do not buy on model-year data alone.

Confirm the exact VIN before purchase and check for new updates.

Learn what a VIN check can and cannot show