Worst 2020 Ram 3500 Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2020 Ram 3500.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 32 | 1 | 1 | 15,931 mi | |
| ENGINE | 25 | 1 | 3 | 38,526 mi | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | 20 | — | — | 23,680 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN | 10 | — | — | 75,000 mi | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 | 1 | 2 | 174,000 mi | |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 7 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| STEERING | 7 | — | — | 3,467 mi | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 6 | — | 1 | — | |
| WHEELS | 6 | — | — | 2,500 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 3 | — | 1 | 148,333 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:BODY | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| TIRES:TREAD/BELT | 3 | — | — | 28,000 mi | |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 3 | — | — | — | |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL | 2 | — | — | 4,200 mi | |
| TIRES:SIDEWALL | 2 | — | — | — | |
| VISIBILITY/WIPER | 2 | — | — | — | |
| AIR BAGS | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| BACK OVER PREVENTION | 1 | — | — | — | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY | 1 | — | — | 16,000 mi | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION | 1 | — | — | 70,000 mi | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) | 1 | — | — | 115,000 mi | |
| FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS | 1 | — | — | — | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 1 | — | — | 16,684 mi | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:MOUNTING PLATE/FLANGE | 1 | — | — | 25,700 mi | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 | — | — | 111,363 mi | |
| LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION | 1 | — | — | 4,200 mi | |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 1 | — | — | — | |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:GEARS | 1 | 1 | — | 150,000 mi | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | 1 | — | — | 7,000 mi | |
| STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE | 1 | — | — | 4,000 mi |
Recalls for 2020 Ram 3500
41 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~13,376,537 vehicles.
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.
FCA US, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 2500 and 2020-2022 Ram 3500 vehicles. A build-up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.
FCA US, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 2500 and 2020-2022 Ram 3500 vehicles. A build-up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
+ 31 more recalls
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