2020 RAM 1500 Reliability & Recall Report
Based on 14 NHTSA recalls and 640 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.
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Very High Reported Activity — 2020 RAM 1500
The 2020 RAM 1500 shows very high recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Counts are raw and are higher for popular models, so see how we score this below. Review the issues and recalls carefully, and have the vehicle inspected before buying.
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14
NHTSA Recalls
14 recalls on record
640
Owner Complaints
Filed with NHTSA
24
Crash Reports
6 fire reports
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NHTSA Recalls — 2020 RAM 1500 (14)
All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized RAM dealer at no charge to the owner.
🔧 Visibility: Rearview Mirrors/Devices: Exterior
Missing driver side mirror glass reduces visibility and increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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…
🔧 Seat Belts
In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: 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….
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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…
🔧 Air Bags
Disabled air bags and seat belt pretensioners increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: 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…
🔧 Visibility: Windshield Wiper/Washer: Linkages
Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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…
🔧 Air Bags: Side/Window: Curtain: Inflator
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.
Remedy: 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…
🔧 Air Bags
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.
Remedy: 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…
🔧 Vehicle Speed Control: Accelerator Pedal
A pedal that does not return as expected may affect the vehicle's deceleration, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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…
🔧 Back Over Prevention: Display Function
A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
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…
🔧 Fuel System, Gasoline: Delivery: Fuel Pump
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
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…
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Most Common Problems — 2020 RAM 1500
Based on 640 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.
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RAM 1500 — Complaints by Year
A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2020 model year is highlighted.
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⚠ Higher-complaint years: 2014 — These model years have more owner complaints in NHTSA data than the other years compared.
✅ Best model years: 2023, 2024 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.
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Frequently Asked Questions — 2020 RAM 1500
Is the 2020 RAM 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2020 RAM 1500 has 14 recall campaigns and 640 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2020 RAM 1500 have?
The 2020 RAM 1500 has 14 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 RAM 1500?
The most commonly reported problems for the 2020 RAM 1500 are: Electrical System, Unknown Or Other, Steering, Engine. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.
Is the 2020 RAM 1500 safe to buy?
The 2020 RAM 1500 has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 14 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.
What year RAM 1500 should I buy?
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the RAM 1500 are: 2023, 2024. These show the lowest complaint rates. Years with higher complaint counts: 2014.
How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.
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