Service bulletins for the 2017 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.
472 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| 9003530 | 2018-06-04. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Brake Pedal Sensor For vehicles with DTC's P0572 or C0042, or complaints of brake lights staying on or cruise control not setting, please use wiTech to check the Brake Pedal Home Position setting and actual pedal resting position under brake pedal status in the ABS module. Before replacing the Brake Pedal Position Sensor, please call Rick Gordon at Cell (248) 630-6281. If no response within 15 minutes, proceed with repair. |
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| 68184926A$ | 2018-05-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Integrated Center Stack If vehicle is found within 50 mile radius of the Detroit Metro area please hold vehicle and contact:~ Contact one of the following:~ Daniel Acciacca CELL (586) 709-1537~ Michael Savich CELL (248) 214-7270~ Ayed Hadaad CELL (248) 941-8707~ Issue: On a 2015 & 2016MY LA (Challenger), LD(Charger) and LX (300), the Integrated Center Stack (ICS) may experience a lock-up/Inop condition (complete loss of functionality) during any vehicle diagnostic session (reading fault codes, clearing fault codes, reflashing of any module, etc.). If this occurs, do not replace the ICS. The module functionality can be restored if it is reset by disconnecting power to it (by removing fuse, battery disconnect or module connector disconnect).~ |
| 68103198A$ | 2018-05-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. A/C Compressor This applies to 2015 and 2016 UF and PF. Before replacing the AC compressor for noise, leaks , or in-op:~ After these questions have been answered please call one of the individuals below.~ Stev at cell (248) 867-0061~ Mark Briolat at cell (248) 345-0127~ If no response in 15 minutes, please continue with repair.~ 1) Check all AC plumbing connection for leaks with UV light. Any leaks found?~ 2) Does compressor pulley and clutch hub turn freely, or are they seized?~ 3) What was the amount of the recovered refrigerant?~ After these questions have been answered please call one of the individuals below.~ Stev at cell (248) 867-0061~ Mark Briolat at cell (248) 345-0127~ If no response in 15 minutes, please continue with repair.~ If the compressor is replaced, then:~ 4) Drain oil from compressor. What was quantity of oil recovered? |
| 05091960A$ | 2018-05-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Hands Free Module - CTM ? Peiker For RT, JK and MK bodies only; Before replacing the Hands Free Module (HFM), please contact Gaurav Saxena at cell (248) 260-0583~ IMPORTANT - do not reset the HFM, clear codes or perform a battery reset before calling. Engineering is currently root causing this issue and your assistance is greatly appreciated. Seeking vehicles with HFM in a locked state, inoperative, or offline. If unable to reach this person within 15 minutes, then proceed with the necessary repair. |
| 05066241A$ | 2018-05-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. Battery - Transmitter For vehicles within 12 Months in Service which have a "FOB Battery Low" message within Cluster or DTC B1A10 or B1A11 Active or Stored. Engineering is requesting complete FOB returned unopened (ie, battery not removed or FOB housing opened!). ~ All others, follow normal procedures.~ Please ensure Dealer Technicians are aware of this request to allow for gain in FOB Battery depletion understanding. |
| 9002519 | 2018-02-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. 82212076, 82203694 - Fabric Cleaner This "fabric cleaner" is not intended for sale in California, the otc states (Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington dc), and some ladco states (Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio). Mopar offers an alternative product (82213192) which is a water based product approved for sale in the aforementioned states.~ ~ Please inform the customer & your prep dept that spraying excessive amounts of the fabric protector on load floors will result in the breaking down of the adhesive (glue) that is used to create the bond between the fabric (carpet) and the load floor. This will apply to any vehicles equipped with rear load floors such as WK, WD, PM, MK, KA, KK. The carpet will appear to be loose, wrinkly, or bunch up~ |
| 23-053-16 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Hemi Emblems Installed On Vehicles Equipped with A 3.6L Engine This bulletin involves removing the Hemi emblem on the front fenders of specifically equipped vehicles. of their 3.6L engine and midnight package (Sales Code 22Q) vehicle. |
| 9002831 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Water Pump For JK Bodies ONLY: If replacing the water pump for a chirp, squeal or NVH, please contact either: Nick Morand cell: (248) 410-5078 nick.morand@fcagroup.com Joe Lovell cell: (734) 309-6467 joe.lovell@fcagroup.com Engineering is seeking audio recordings of the concern in an effort to root cause and make necessary improvements to future pumps. Please email any audio recording or documentation of when/where/how the pump makes noise to the above emails. If the dealer is located in the Detroit Metro Area, Engineering may send a representative to review with technician. Any information is appreciated. If a response is not received within 15 mins , then proceed with the necessary repair. For JK and DS: Before replacing water pumps for noise issues the heat shield on the catalytic converter needs to be checked to make sure it is not the source of the noise. Check while the engine is fully warmed up. If the heat shield is found to be the source of the noise tighten the bolts and, or add shims/washers as needed. |
| 9003638 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE). Fuel Tank Issue Description: Ram 1500 built between 7/1/16 and 8/15/16 with concern of "hard to fill" or "premature shut off", please remove the Canister line and Recirculation Line and retest. If the condition continues, tank replacement may be required. Please reference the proper diagnostic materials. Answers to the following questions can assist Engineering in their quality improvements: 1) At what level of fuel in the Tank does the Hard to Fill condition exist? 2) When did the customer start experiencing Hard to Fill condition? 3) Did the condition exist in a particular fuel station? If tank replacement is needed, please contact Sylvia Lopez at Cell (248) 520-9734 prior to replacing the Tank. She will help arrange shipment of the tank back to the Quality Engineering Center. If no response within 15 minutes proceed with repairs |
| 9003636 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM. Rear View Camera For trucks equipped with rear view camera part number 68274731A$, if there is a complaint of the rear view camera being inoperative, or the radio screen is black or blue when the truck is in reverse, DO NOT replace the rear camera or perform any repairs until attempting to contact Michael Talbert in Engineering Cell (248) 464- 2043, Monday - Friday between 8am - 7pm EST. If your call is not returned within 15 minutes, proceed with the normal diagnostic process |
| 9003633 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Water Pump Dealers are replacing water pumps because of a coolant leak. Water pumps are found TNF but the water pump bypass o-ring was pinched resulting in a coolant leak that looks like a failed pump. Please inspect the bypass o-ring before replacing the pump as it is available separate for service. |
| 9003629 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM. Rear View Camera For trucks equipped with rear view camera part number 68274731AD, if it has been brought to the dealership due to a customer complaint of the rear view camera image being too dark or hard to see, or is exhibiting the issue while in for unrelated service, the issue resides in the rear view camera and NOT the radio screen or mirror (depending on vehicle content available), or corresponding wiring. Issues with a fully black screen or a blue screen are separate from this issue and therefore this Tech Tip does not apply. DO NOT replace the radio (part numbers 68271367A$, 68271368A$, 68271364A$, 68270657A$, 68270658A$, 68270659A$, 68270661A$, 68270662A$, 68270663A$, 68270664A$, or 68270665A$) or mirror (part number 68104884A$) to attempt to correct the dark image issue. Updated cameras with part number 68274731AE will correct the complaint. |
| 23-034-17 REV. A | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR. Clicking Noise When Opening/Closing Power Sliding Backlite This bulletin involves identifying a clicking noise coming from the power sliding backlite center glass and replacing the backlitecable assembly. The customer may describe a noise when opening and/or closing the backlite center glass. The noise is described as clicking, popping,or ticking. |
| 08-028-17 REV. B | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. RA3 and RA4 Radio Over The Air Software Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update. The following improvements are included in this update:Fix for sport mode not working in the performance menu page (2015 LA equipped with 6.4L and 5.7L Sales Codes ESH and EZC Only). Adds Apple Siri® Eyes Free capability for iPhone® owners. Auto Play can now be configured. Adds do not disturb text message feature. The ability to drag and drop icons into the menu bar. Fix for radio locks up/frozen. Fix for stuck on black/blank screen. Human Machine Interface (HMI) improvements. Several navigation improvements. Fix for radio loss of time display. Media devices, phone pairing and Bluetooth usage improvements. Improved tuner performance. Enhanced Voice recognition (VR) performance. Enhancements in Connectivity Apps (Yelp, Pandora, Aha, etc). |
| 23-034-17 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY. Clicking Noise When Opening/Closing Power Sliding Backlite This bulletin involves identifying a clicking noise coming from the power sliding backlite center glass and replacing the backlitecable assembly. The customer may describe a noise when opening and/or closing the backlite center glass. The noise is described as clicking, popping,or ticking. |
| 23-040-17 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; EQUIPMENT. Gap at Center Stack at the Instrument Panel This bulletin involves rework to the center stack trim at the instrument panel. The customer may notice a large gap where the center stack meets the instrument panelFig. 1.Gap at Center Stack Trim |
| 23-039-17 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; VISIBILITY. Rear Door Fixed Glass Cover is Loose This bulletin involves rework to the rear door fixed glass cover trim. The customer may notice the glass cover trim is loose or shows a gap on either of the rear doorFig. 1.Gap Identified at Door |
| 9003784 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. Fuel Delivery System Before replacing the Fuel Pump Module for rough idle or hard starting issue; please ensure that the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) is up to the latest flash level. If the problem persists with the vehicle up to latest PCM flash level, then proceed on replacing the Fuel Pump Module. |
| 9003723 | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT. Amplifier Vehicles needing amplifier replacement, please call Rayyan Mohammed at Cell (248) 954-0790 prior to repair. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with the repair. |
| 68232614A$ | 2017-11-03. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Intake Manifold Gasket Intake Manifold Gaskets on Pentastar Upgrade (Sales Code ERC/ERF) are reusable provided they are not cut, torn or melted. The gaskets are not required by warranty to be replaced like they are on Pentastar Classic (ERB/EHB). The new gaskets are not interchangeable with Pentastar Classic Intake Manifold Gaskets. |
| 68234041A$ | 2017-07-14. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. "Thermal Expansion Valve (TXV), H-valve For D trucks only; When diagnosing an A/C system leak at the TXV (Thermal Expansion Valve, H-valve), do not replace the TXV unless it has been proven to be defective for function or for a leak. Instead replace just the O-ring(s) part number 05161806AA. For any questions call Matt Mihm cell (248) 736-6542. If no response in 15 minutes, please continue with repair." |
| 08-026-13REV.B | 2016-04-12. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE. |
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