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2021 RAM 5500
3 Recalls for 2021 RAM 5500
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
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| 2021-10-14 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:RELAYS/SOLENOIDS | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 3500, 2500 pickup trucks, and Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines. An electrical short in the relay may cause a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off. Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicles outside and away from structures or other vehicles until the remedy has been performed. The remedy is currently under development. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 3, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC’s number for this recall is Y76. |
| 2021-05-27 | WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner’s Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation. Remedy: Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner’s manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle’s wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 28, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US’s numbers for this recall are Y26 and Y36. |
| 2021-03-11 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 2500, 3500, and 3500, 4500, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles equipped with a Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine. An electrical short may occur in the Solid State Intake Heater Grid Relay, which could result in a vehicle fire. Remedy: Toe remedy your vehicle, your dealer will install a protective barrier on the relay, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 30, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC’s number for this recall is Y08. |
0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2021 RAM 5500
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0 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2021 RAM 5500
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0 Investigations for 2021 RAM 5500
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46 Service Alerts for 2021 RAM 5500
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2022-05-21 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Panasonic VP4R Wi-Fi New Enrollment Pause Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-21 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Panasonic VP4R Wi-Fi New Enrollment Pause Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-18 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
INSTRUMENT PANEL, Base Panel (Top Pad, Leather) If you are replacing a leather instrument panel top pad for any leather defects (bubbling, delamination, wrinkling, etc.), please contact FCA Redacted Content. If no response in 15 minutes, p Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-18 | 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
INSTRUMENT PANEL, Base Panel (Top Pad, Leather) If you are replacing a leather instrument panel top pad for any leather defects (bubbling, delamination, wrinkling, etc.), please contact FCA Redacted Content. If no response in 15 minutes, p Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-18 | 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
CONNECTOR/WIRING, Trailer Tow If the connector or wiring is physically damaged, burned, melted or corroded, prior to replacing the part, please contact FCA Redacted Content If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. Please send pic Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-05-18 | 210000 TRAILER HITCHES
CONNECTOR/WIRING, Trailer Tow If the connector or wiring is physically damaged, burned, melted or corroded, prior to replacing the part, please contact FCA Redacted Content If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. Please send pic Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-22 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
CAMSHAFT – INTAKE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-22 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
CAMSHAFT – INTAKE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-30 | 021600 SUSPENSION:FRONT:WHEEL BEARING
HUB AND BEARING – WHEEL Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-30 | 021700 SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
HUB AND BEARING – WHEEL Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-29 | 160000 STRUCTURE
BASE – FLOOR CONSOLE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-29 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
BASE – FLOOR CONSOLE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-24 | 171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
LATCH – FRONT DOOR Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-17 | 134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
GLASS – SUNROOF Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-14 | 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
TUBE – TURBO WATER FEED Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-14 | 062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
TUBE – TURBO WATER FEED Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-21 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MUFFLER AND TAILPIPE ? EXHAUST Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-21 | 063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
MUFFLER AND TAILPIPE ? EXHAUST Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-29 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Pending Emissions Recall and REQUIRED Customer Communication – Ram Heavy Duty/Chassis Cab Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-29 | 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Pending Emissions Recall and REQUIRED Customer Communication – Ram Heavy Duty/Chassis Cab Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-25 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Ambient Air Temperature Missing, MIL Lamp On, DTC P0070-15 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit-Circuit Short to Battery or Open; P0073 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit High Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-16 | 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio software level to 2036.06. Customers may experience the following: Ghost Touch, features, modes and App?s changing without drivers input. Product plan UUID is not correct in Car Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-16 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio software level to 2036.06. Customers may experience the following: Ghost Touch, features, modes and App?s changing without drivers input. Product plan UUID is not correct in Car Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-03 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Flash: Amplifier AMP Diagnostic and System Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the AMP with the latest available software. The following software enhancement is available: Amplifier update to eliminate static noise from the instr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-03 | 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Flash: Amplifier AMP Diagnostic and System Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the AMP with the latest available software. The following software enhancement is available: Amplifier update to eliminate static noise from the instr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-03 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Flash: Amplifier AMP Diagnostic and System Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the AMP with the latest available software. The following software enhancement is available: Amplifier update to eliminate static noise from the instr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-17 | 130000 VISIBILITY
Left Hand Drivers Side Mirror Takes Longer to Defrost Or Clear Than Right Side Passenger Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-16 | 061500 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-10 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Wireless Qi Charger Not Charging Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-10 | 353650 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:WIRELESS CHARGER/CRADLE
Wireless Qi Charger Not Charging Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-09 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
?Device Not Supported? Message on the radio screen Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-09 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
?Device Not Supported? Message on the radio screen Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-06 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. When performing diagnosis, an internal engine concern may be suspected. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-06 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. When performing diagnosis, an internal engine concern may be suspected. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-06-18 | 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Customer complaint includes a Mil-on condition. Upon further investigation, one or more of the following fault codes may be set in the PCM: Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-02 | 160000 STRUCTURE
Hood Shake Or Flutter While Driving Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-02 | 162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Hood Shake Or Flutter While Driving Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-16 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Warranty Bulletin D-19-02 Fast Feedback Program – 6.7L Cummins Engine & Fuel Injection Pump – 2019 – 2022 HD Ram – All Models (Rev. I) Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-16 | 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Warranty Bulletin D-19-02 Fast Feedback Program – 6.7L Cummins Engine & Fuel Injection Pump – 2019 – 2022 HD Ram – All Models (Rev. I) Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2022-03-16 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Warranty Bulletin D-19-02 Fast Feedback Program – 6.7L Cummins Engine & Fuel Injection Pump – 2019 – 2022 HD Ram – All Models (Rev. I) Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-05-19 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Flash: Amplifier (AMP) Diagnostic and System Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the AMP with the latest available software. The following software enhancement is available:Amplifier update to eliminate static noise from the inst Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-03-31 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Customer complaint may include engine oil leak/consumption. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-20 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Engine Control Module (ECM) Flash Failure, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U1601 ? ECU Application Software Code 1 Missing Or Corrupted Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-11-20 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Engine Control Module (ECM) Flash Failure, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U1601 ? ECU Application Software Code 1 Missing Or Corrupted Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-22 | 170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
RKE Does Not Unlock The Doors After A Remote Start Event Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2021-01-13 | 130000 VISIBILITY
WINDSHIELD Windshield cracked or blemish. When customer comes in for a cracked windshield, please note the location of crack and take pictures before repair. Please send pictures to FCA Redacted Content or load to the warranty claims syst Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
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