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Service bulletins for the 2020 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.

1228 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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08144222023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the DTCM with the latest available software. The technician may find one or more of the following DTCs: C1415-92 - Transfer Case Motor Current-Performance or Incorrect Operation. U1440 - Implausible Transfer Case Ratio High Received. U0403-00 - Implausible Data Received From T-case. C1403-92 - Transfer Case Range Position Sensor-Performance Or Incorrect Operation(2019-2020 Vehicles Only). If only DTC C1403 is present, follow normal diagnostic procedures before updating the DTCM. In addition the customer may describe one or more of the following:Traction Control System light is illuminated. A driveline bump can be heard/felt occasionally when the driver is steady on the throttle at about 20-30% on a flat road while in 4WD AUTO(2019-2020 Vehicles Only). An excessive electric motor clicking sound from the middle of the vehicle/transfer case area, when on and off the throttle(2019-2020 Vehicles Only). An excessive electric motor clicking sound with steering wheel movement, most notable in parking lot or low speed maneuvering(2019-2020 Vehicles Only). A ?Service 4WD? message/fault without commanding a transfer case shift(2019-2020 Vehicles Only).If only the ?Service 4WD? message/fault is displayed in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and no other symptom/conditions are present, follow normal diagnostic procedures before updating the DTCM(2019-2020 Vehicles Only). The blinking of the ?4WD Low? and ?4WD High? indicator lights at the same time, on the transfer case selector switch.If both 4WD indicator lights on the transfer case selector switch are blinking and no other symptom/conditions are present, follow normal diagnostic procedures before updating the DTCM(2019-2020 Vehicles Only). During highway/freeway speeds, a bump in the driveline may be felt. This could also be described as a harsh transmission shift(2019-2020 Vehicles Only).
S21090000042023-01-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Issue involves overheating, running hot, coolant leaks and related symptoms after a Mopar replacement engine has been installed in the vehicle.
S21180000092023-01-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Customer complains of a MIL-on condition. Upon further inspection, there is a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0128 Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature) set in the PCM.
S18090000072023-01-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption
90043762023-01-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP. PUMP, Vacuum Prior to replacing the vacuum pumps, please contact or email FCA Redacted Content. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
S2025000006RevA2023-01-09. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P206D ? Reductant Quality Sensor Circuit High Set.
90042072023-01-09. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. AIR DAM, Front, With Actuator (Active Air Dam) Prior to replacing this part, please call FCA Redacted Content. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
Y812023-01-09. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. Emissions Recall Y81 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Inducement
S21180000152023-01-09. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0403 ? EGR Control Circuit Open, Set.
S22080000732023-01-09. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM). No Start, After Flash And Or PCM Replace, DTC P0513 Invalid Skim Key Setting
S22090000022023-01-09. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. When performing diagnosis, an internal engine concern may be suspected.
S22090000042022-12-19. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. If a Mopar oil filter is not available, use a filter that meets or exceeds USCAR36 specification and is compatible with semi and full synthetic oils.
09011222022-11-07. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Cold Engine Ticking Noise From Exhaust Manifold Area This bulletin involves replacing the exhaust manifolds. The customer may describe an ticking noise from the exhaust manifold location(s) when cold.
08100202022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; BACK OVER PREVENTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Incorrect Starter Motor Installed This bulletin involves inspecting and possible replacement of the starter motor, for a whining noise upon vehicle start up. The customer may hear a whining noise coming from the start motor when the vehicle is started.
S20080001712022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. HVAC Blower Motor Operates Intermittently Or Changes Speeds
08094202022-10-17. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) Update This bulletin involves reprogramming the DTCM with the latest available software. The customer may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set::If the customer has any concerns with the transfer case or if the tech performs any repairs on the transfer case, the software must be updated.C140E - Transfer Case Motor Blocked. If DTC C140E is present, follow normal diagnostic procedures before updating the DTCM.In addition the customer may describe the following:The ?Service 4WD? message/fault is displayed in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). Transfer case shift fork tabs broken during range shift. Noisy (clunking/ratcheting) transfer case range shifts. Failure to complete transfer case range shifts. The following software enhancement is available:This update will help reduce premature transfer case failure.
S20240000072022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Customer Indicates There Is A Whistle Noise After The Vehicle Is Turned Off.
S20080001592022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE. CEL (Check Engine Lamp) On, Slightly Higher Than Expected Idle
S1918000013RevA2022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR. No Crank No Start Condition. P0688 - Auto Shutdown Relay Sense Circuit Low Found In The PCM
D19022022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM). Fast Feedback Program - 6.7L Cummins Engine - 2019 & 2020 HD Ram & 6.7L Cummins Diesel Engine Control Module (ECM) - 2018 Ram- All Models (Rev. E)
S21180000092022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Customer complains of a MIL-on condition. Upon further inspection, there is a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0128 Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature) set in the PCM.
S18090000072022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Customer Complaint May Include Engine Oil Leak Or Consumption
90043762022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP. PUMP, Vacuum Prior to replacing the vacuum pumps, please contact or email FCA Redacted Content. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
9004376RevA2022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. PUMP, Vacuum Prior to replacing the vacuum pumps, please contact or email FCA Redacted Content. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
S21180000092022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Customer complains of a MIL-on condition. Upon further inspection, there is a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0128 Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature) set in the PCM.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.