Service bulletins for the 2015 Ram 1500
A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.
590 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 9003988 | 2019-07-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Please contact Stacey Davis at (248) 260-6078 or stacey.davis@fcagroup.com if the following scenario occurs; The T79 or U11 recall was completed where the shifter inspection was acceptable and the software flash was performed but then the customer comes back needing the BTSI bracket replaced for coming out of park without the brake or key. |
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| 9003357 | 2019-07-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE; EQUIPMENT. ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) Engineering is seeking information regarding OFA leaks. Questions/info can be directed to: Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 - bob.jackson@fcagroup.com Ron Dallison (248-292-9510) ron.dallison@fcagroup.com Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 - joe.lovell@fcagroup.com If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. All vehicles equipped with a 3.2L or 3.6L except for model year 2014 vehicles with leak concern: 1) Ensure the Oil Filter Adapter (OFA) Cap O-ring is seated in the proper groove in the cap and not damaged or cut. 2) If replacing the (OFA) due to a leak detected between (OFA) and block. Ensure the torque on the 5 bolts are torqued to 12nm. If not record the actual values, torque to 12nm and contact the FCA employees listed below. 3) Remove the (OFA) and replace the O-ring and gaskets only (Kit #68191356A$), NOT THE OFA. 4) If oil was drained, add oil dye to ensure the leak is repaired. For model year 2014 vehicles replace the Oil Filter Adaptor. |
| 23-052-15 | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Center Console Lid Binding This bulletin involves adding a rubber bumper to the console lid. The customer may describe a binding, hesitation or audible clicking condition when the center console lid is being opened or closed. |
| 23-045-15 REV A | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Poor Adhesion Of The Chrome RAM Emblem Letters To The Tailgate This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary, replacing the affected chrome RAM emblems on the tailgate. The customer may describe what appears to be a gap between the RAM lettering and the tailgate of the vehicle. The RAM lettering emblems may separate from the tailgate due to insufficient adhesive bond strength. Fig. 1 RAM lettering on tailgate |
| 18-019-15 REV C | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; STRUCTURE. Flash: 3.0L Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience bucking under hard acceleration. In addition other customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation a technician may find one of more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory: ? P1296-00 - EGR Slow Response - Increasing Flow. ? P249C-00 - Excessive Time To Enter Closed Loop Reductant Injection Timing Control. ? P20C2-00 - Reductant Heater 3 Control Circuit Performance. ? P24A4-00 - Particulate Filter Restriction - Soot Accumulation Too High. ? P24D1-00 - Particulate Matter Sensor Regeneration Incomplete. ? P1288-00 - NOX Sensor 1/2 Zero Offset Too High. ? P1289-00 - NOx Sensor 1/2 Zero Offset Too Low. ? P2463-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter - Soot Accumlation . ? U0422-00 - Implausible Data Received From Body Control Module. ? U3017-00 - Control Module Timer/Clock Performance. ? P2196-00 ? O2 Sensor 1/1 Stuck Rich. ? P1E0C-00 ? Empty Fuel Tank. ? P2237-00 ? O2 Sensor 1/1 Pump Cell Current Circuit Open. ? P1297-00 ? EGR Slow Response - Decreasing Flow. ? P0420-00 ? Catalyst Efficiency (Bank 1). ? P24AF-00 ? Particulate Matter Sensor Circuit Performance. ? P26AB ? Engine Coolant Bypass Valve Stuck. ? P204F-00 ? Reductant System Performance. ? P20E9-00 ? Reductant Pressure Too High. ? P2002-00 ? Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold. ? P2299-00 ? Brake Pedal Position/Accelerator Pedal Position Incompatible. ? P208B-00 ? Reductant Pump 1 Control Performance. ? P016A-00 ? Excessive Time To Enter Closed Loop Air/Fuel Ratio Control. Upon further investigation a technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) set in the TCM memory: ? U1424-00 - Implausible Engine Torque Signal Received |
| 55112362A | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; STRUCTURE:BODY. Part Description: Rear Door - Door Mounted Weatherstrips Issue Description: Prior to replacing this part for a worn, warped, torn, folded, or puckered condition, please take a photograph of the issue in the vehicle and send to andrew.johnson@fcagroup.com. After taking and saving the photograph, continue with the repair. |
| 53034160A | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL. Part Description: Accelerator Pedal Issue Description: Vehicle has accelerator pedal fault code. Before replacing accelerator pedal, be sure to follow fault code diagnostic procedures in service manual. Make sure to check wiring and connectors. DTC P2299 is usually caused by a two footed driver and accelerator pedal should not be replaced for this fault. |
| 21-064-15 | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Flash: 8HP70 Transmission Shift Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. The purpose of this software release is to enable the capability to capture non Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) control module data through the Uconnect Data Recording system. In addition, the following improvements are available. 2015 WK ? Improved upshift timing in eco, base, and hill modes and while using cruise. ? Improved 8-7, 3-2, and 2-1 downshift timing. ? Improved shift timing at higher altitudes. ? Improved torque converter engagement. 2015 DS ? Improved 7th gear upshift timing. |
| 08-111-15 | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. RA1 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the software on the RA1 Radio. A customer may experience, one or more of the following conditions: ? Radio may reset, turn itself off and then back on again. All Symptom Listed Below Are For 2013 Vehicles Only: ? Radio may be muted. Any of DTCs B1400-92-Front Left Audio Speaker Output - Performance Incorrect Operation and/or B1404-92- Front Right Audio Speaker Output - Performance Incorrect Operation and/or B1408-92-Rear Left Audio Speaker Output - Performance Incorrect Operation and/or B140C-92-Rear Right Audio Speaker Output - Performance Incorrect Operation, maybe active or stored. ? Radio display screen may turn off. ? Radio will stay on after the vehicle is turned off with remote. (Applies to vehicle with Mopar remote start add on package only). ? Radio will stay on for 20 minutes after ignition is turned off and the only way to turn off the radio is by pressing the power button on the radio. Software was updated to have the radio shut off based on the cluster accessory delay setting. |
| 23-045-15 | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE; EQUIPMENT. Poor Adhesion Of The Chrome RAM Emblem Letters To The Tailgate This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary, replacing the affected chrome RAM emblems on the tailgate. The customer may describe what appears to be a gap between the RAM lettering and the tailgate of the vehicle. The RAM lettering emblems may separate from the tailgate due to insufficient adhesive bond strength. Fig. 1 RAM lettering on tailgate |
| 23-044-15 | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY; WHEELS. Poor Wheel Opening Molding Adhesion To The Body This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary, replacing the affected wheel opening molding. The customer may describe what appears to be a gap between the wheel opening molding and the body of the vehicle. Wheel opening moldings may separate at body due to insufficient adhesive bond strength (Fig. 1). Fig. 1 Wheel opening molding separation |
| 08-110-15 | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. LED Lamp Configuration Update This bulletin involves configuring the Body Control Module (BCM). The customer may describe LED Turn Signals do not properly display. |
| 08-108-15 | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Vehicle System Interface Module Unresponsive This bulletin involves reprogramming the Vehicle System Interface Module (VSIM) with the latest available software. Customers may notice uplift components connected to the VSIM inoperative at times. This is caused by a condition where as the VSIM locks up and becomes unresponsive. No DTCs will be reported for loss of communication between the VSIM and Central Body Controller (CBC). This can be corrected by updating the VSIM with the latest available software. SYMPTOM ONLY FOR 2013 DD AND DP with Power Take Off Prep (Sales Code LBN) Customers may experience after 30 minutes of operation the PTO may shut off. The PTO will start working again after the ignition is cycled. |
| 08-105-15 | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Remote Start Is Inoperative, Remote Start Cancelled Hood Open Message Displayed In EVIC This bulletin involves adjusting the hood latch. The customer may describe that the remote start is inoperative with Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) message displayed, ?Remote Start Cancelled Hood Open?. |
| 05184349A | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Before replacing this part for debris issue faults, please call the following people;~ Engineering is seeking information regarding this part.~ Bob Smith ? Cell (248) 202-9458 - Robert.M.Smith@fcagroup.com~ If a response is not received within 15 mins, then proceed with the necessary repair.~ |
| 68214859A | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE. Part Description: Axle assembly Issue Description: If replacing the rear axle assembly due to the R59 recall (DS axle Insufficient Axle Bearing Journal Hardness), please ensure that axle shafts are pitted and warrant axle assembly replacement per the recall service instructions. Mopar is committed to filling all orders within 48 hours. With a limited population of vehicles that will truly require an axle assembly a non-returnable policy is in place on this part and will be enacted to help protect inventory for vehicles that meet the inspection criteria within the R59 dealer repair procedure. |
| R51 | 2019-05-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. The Charge Air Cooler (CAC) on about 7,600 of the above vehicles may develop internal icing in cold temperature regions. This condition may cause the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate and cause the vehicle to experience a 35 mph limp in condition. A winter front cover must be installed when sustained day and night time temperatures drop below 30° F (-1° C). |
| 23-037-15 | 2018-12-17. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER; VISIBILITY. Windshield Wiper Blade/Element Maintenance |
| 68166431A | 2018-12-17. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. Part Description: 26 Gallon Fuel Tank Issue Description: Before replacing this part, please call Frank Provenzano at cell (248) 379-1126, or Delmas Mayle at cell (248) 379-0978 or Ayman Bezzi at cell (313) 244-2785 . If a response is not received within 15 minutes, then proceed with necessary repair. |
| 55112621A | 2018-12-17. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Part Description: Bumper Step Pad Issue Description: Customer may notice the center section of the step pad is not sitting flat. It will appear raised either left or right of center. Please photograph the condition, measure the gap between the bumper and step pad. Then contact Jim Allie via Cell Phone (248) 736-5349 with this information. We may want to have the whole bumper assembly returned for study. ~ If the dealership is within the Metro Detroit Area, Jim would like to analyze the vehicle in person prior to repair. ~ If the dealership is not close, please take pictures and a detailed description of what is causing the issue including where on the Step Pad the issue is occurring. If Jim does not return the call within 15 minutes please gather the requested information and proceed with the repair. Information can be emailed to james.allie@fcagroup.com |
| 1NN14DX9A | 2018-12-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. Part Description: FLOOR CONSOLE ASSEMBLY Issue Description: Please follow this procedure to resolve Center Floor Console noise (e.g. ticking, buzz, squeak, rattle): 1) Remove tape/film from the Center Floor Console latch areas (Arm Rest Lid latch {Upper compartment} & bezel and Storage Bin {lower compartment} latch & bezel surfaces). 2) Apply interior cleaner onto cloth to remove the tape/film adhesive from the plastic latch & bezel and Storage Bin & Armrest Lid contact surfaces. Verify problem is resolved. |
| 05143350A | 2018-12-17. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Part Description: Pad Kit - Brake Rotor - Brake Issue Description: Only for brake noise issues, before replacing pads or rotors, please call David Filary on his cell at (248) 622-0616. If unavailable, please leave a message with type and location of noise, dealer location (city, state), last 8 of VIN, and call back number. If no reply in 15 min, proceed with repair as necessary.~ |
| 13317 | 2018-12-17. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Title Inspection and Return: Hydro-Booster, - Power Brake. Start Date: 10/27/2015 7:00 AM End Date Message You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all suspect stock of part numbers: 68144663AA, 52013874AE. See the attached file for identifying suspect material. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 17 November, 2015. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to MOPARQC@fcagroup.com |
| 13303 | 2018-12-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Title MasterShield Products Start Date: 10/28/2015 7:00 AM End Date Message You have been identified as either having MasterShield Products in stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of follow ing part numbers: 82212074, 82212075, 82212076, 82212077, 82212078, & 82213598 . Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 18 November, 2015. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to mopardmail@fcagroup.com. |
| 13289 | 2018-12-17. Service bulletin. STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR; STEERING. Title 68245351AB: Switch - Steering Wheel Lt Start Date: 10/27/2015 7:00 AM End Date Message You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all suspect stock of follow ing part number: 68245351AB. See the attached file for identifying suspect material. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 17 November, 2015. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to mopardmail@fcagroup.com. |
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