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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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S21180000132022-08-22. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Customer complaint may include the transmission going into neutral on its own. A Mil-on/check engine lamp-on condition may also be present. Upon further investigation, one or more of the following DTCs may be set in the powertrain control module (PCM): P219A-Bank 1 Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance P219B-Bank 2 Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance P2173-High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected (Slow Accumulation) P2172-High Airflow/Vacuum Leak Detected (Instantaneous Accumulation) P0172-Fuel System 1/1 Rich P0175-Fuel System 2/1 Rich (Incorrect "July 2021" on document)
S1923000042 Rev.2022-07-18. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION; ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC); POWER TRAIN. Service Air Suspension System And Power Side Steps Obstructed message With Chime When Power Side Steps Are Obstructed
S19250000082022-06-27. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P208B ? Reductant Pump 1 Control Performance, and/or P20E8 ? Reductant Pressure Too Low, Set.
S21210000122022-05-31. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Automatic Transmission Does Not Shift To Next Gear, Limp In Mode
S21250000022022-05-31. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Customer complaint includes a Mil-on condition. Upon further investigation, one or more of the following fault codes may be set in the PCM:
90045102022-05-31. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; STRUCTURE. FRAME, Front Seat Cushion If replacing this for a power seat does not move, refer to STAR parts section 050 - Interior Trim 905.02 - Adjusters, Recliners, Shields and Risors - Drivers Seat, Power Seat Motors The motors are available separately from the frame Assembly
742442021-06-28. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Warranty Bulletin D-20-23 Part Order Restriction Program - 48V Power Pack Unit (PPU) - Select 2018 - 2021 Jeep Wrangler (JL) and 2019 - 2021 RAM (DT) (Rev. A)
08-067-212021-05-24. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; WHEELS; STEERING; POWER TRAIN; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; AIR BAGS. 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: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 updatingthe 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 4WDAUTO(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/conditionsare 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).
S21080001042021-05-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. No Start, On Stop Start Vehicles A MIL Lamp On With DTC P0A97 Combined With The No Start
S2008000113 Rev.2021-05-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message
09-003-212021-04-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Transmission Oil Cooler Lines Not Fully Connected This bulletin involves inspecting the Transmission Oil Cooler (TOC) lines and reconnecting if necessary. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more ofthe following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). P1D90-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 2 Defective. P1D91-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 3 Defective. P1D92-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. P1D93-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 5 Defective. P1D95-00 Tcm Clutch Failure Undetermined. P1B14-00 Park-By-Wire - Unintended Park Position. P1B13-00 Park-By-Wire - Unintended Out Of Park Position. P1D99-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio: Clutch B Or E Defective. P1D9A-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio: Clutch C Or D Defective. P1D95-00 Tcm Clutch Failure Undetermined. P07E4-00 Unable To Engage Park. P1DCD-00 Tcm Monitoring Processor Performance - Multiple Clutches Locked Up. P0735-00 Gear 5 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P0919-00 Gear Shift Position Control Error. Customers may also experience the following:Transmission fluid leaking under vehicle. The vehicle will not shift. Slow shifting between gears.
18-022-212021-03-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the one or more of the following DTCs have been set:P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire. P0302 - Cylinder 2 Misfire. P0303 - Cylinder 3 Misfire. P0304 - Cylinder 4 Misfire. P0305 - Cylinder 5 Misfire. P0306 - Cylinder 6 Misfire. P0307 - Cylinder 7 Misfire. P0308 - Cylinder 8 Misfire. The customer may also experience one or more of the following:Rough idle/misfire only after cold start Auto Park system is unable to be manually over-ridden after an Auto Park event. Auto Park disabled message will not display in cluster. ECO light does not illuminate in the cluster when Multiple Displacement System (MDS) is active(EMEA, LATAM and APAC). 2-3 kph (1.3-1.9 mph) difference between cruise set speed and the actual vehicle speed(EMEA, LATAM and APAC). Bump sensation during a coast down with light acceleration. Abnormal vibration when accelerating lightly during stop and go driving conditions.
18-008-212021-03-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the followingDiagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set:Change DTC number from P0101-00 to P0109-00 - Mass Air Flow Sensor Performance. P015E - Excessive Time to Enter Closed Loop Fuel Timing Control. P0534-00 - AC Refrigerant System A Charge Loss. P26FB-00 - EGR Cooler Bypass Control Stuck Closed Bank 1. P04DB-00 - Crankcase Ventilation System Disconnected. P204F-00 - Reductant System Performance. P200A-00 - Intake Manifold Runner Performance - Bank 1. P200B-00 - Intake Manifold Runner Performance - Bank 2. P2D2D-00 - Cold Start Intake Manifold Runner Performance Bank 1. P2D2E-00 - Cold Start Intake Manifold Runner Performance Bank 2. P2199-00 - Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 / 2 Correlation. P22FA-00 - NOX Sensor Performance - Slow Response High To Low Bank 1 Sensor 1. P2002-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold. P0087-00 - Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low. P0128-00 - Thermostat Rationality(additional software enhancement). P0300-00 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire(cold ambient temperature). P0301-00 - Cylinder 1 Misfire(cold ambient temperature). P0302-00 - Cylinder 2 Misfire(cold ambient temperature). P0303-00 - Cylinder 3 Misfire(cold ambient temperature). P0304-00 - Cylinder 4 Misfire(cold ambient temperature). P0305-00 - Cylinder 5 Misfire(cold ambient temperature). P0306-00 - Cylinder 6 Misfire (cold ambient temperature). P01CB-00 - Cylinder 1 Injection Timing Performance - Over Retarded. P01CC-00 - Cylinder 1 Injection Timing Performance - Over Advanced. P01CD-00 - Cylinder 2 Injection Timing Performance - Over Retarded. P01CE-00 - Cylinder 2 Injection Timing Performance - Over Advanced. P01CF-00 - Cylinder 3 Injection Timing Performance - Over Retarded.
09-014-202021-03-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Transmission Oil Cooler Line Not Fully Connected This bulletin involves inspecting the Transmission Oil Cooler (TOC) lines and reconnectingif necessary. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more ofthe following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).P1D90-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 2 Defective. P1D91-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 3 Defective. P1D92-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. P1D93-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 5 Defective. P1D95-00 Tcm Clutch Failure Undetermined. P1B14-00 Park-By-Wire - Unintended Park Position. P1B13-00 Park-By-Wire - Unintended Out Of Park Position. P1D99-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio: Clutch B Or E Defective. P1D9A-00 Incorrect Gear Ratio: Clutch C Or D Defective. P1D95-00 Tcm Clutch Failure Undetermined. P07E4-00 Unable To Engage Park. P1DCD-00 Tcm Monitoring Processor Performance - Multiple Clutches Locked Up. P0735-00 Gear 5 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P0919-00 Gear Shift Position Control Error. Customers may also experience the following:Transmission fluid leaking under vehicle. The vehicle will not shift. Slow shifting between gears.
18-062-20 REV. A2021-03-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the one or more of the following DTCs have been set:P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire. P0302 - Cylinder 2 Misfire. P0303 - Cylinder 3 Misfire. P0304 - Cylinder 4 Misfire. P0305 - Cylinder 5 Misfire. P0306 - Cylinder 6 Misfire. P0307 - Cylinder 7 Misfire. P0308 - Cylinder 8 Misfire. The customer may experience one or more of the following:Rough idle/misfire only after cold start ECO light does not illuminate in the cluster when Multiple Displacement System (MDS) is active(EMEA, LATAM and APAC). 2-3 kph (1.3-1.9 mph) difference between cruise set speed and the actual vehicle speed(EMEA, LATAM and APAC).
S20080001962021-03-01. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P065A ? Generator System Performance, Additional Information.
S2025000001 Rev.2020-12-28. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); EQUIPMENT. (Rev. B) Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illumination (MIL). Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P203E ? Reductant Level Sensor 1 Circuit Intermittent-Erratic Set.
S1925000008 Rev.2020-12-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ENGINE; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. (Rev. B) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P20E8 ? Reductant Pressure Too Low and/or P208B ? Reductant Pump 1 Control Performance Set.
S2025000001 Rev.2020-12-21. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). (Rev. B) Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illumination (MIL). Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P203E ? Reductant Level Sensor 1 Circuit Intermittent-Erratic Set.
08-094-202020-11-30. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE); EQUIPMENT. 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.
08-083-202020-10-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. 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: U1440 - Implausible Transfer Case Ratio High Received. U0403-00 - Implausible Data Received From Tcase. C1403-92 - Transfer Case Range Position Sensor-Performance Or Incorrect Operation. 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 4WDAUTO. An excessive electric motor clicking sound from the middle of the vehicle/transfer case area, when on and off the throttle. An excessive electric motor clicking sound with steering wheel movement, most notable in parking lot or low speed maneuvering. A ?Service 4WD? message/fault without commanding a transfer case shift.If only the ?Service 4WD? message/fault is displayed inthe Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and no other symptom/conditions are present, follow normal diagnostic procedures before updating theDTCM. 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. During highway/freeway speeds, a bump in the driveline may be felt. This could also be described as a harsh transmission shift.
18-010-20 REV. A2020-09-28. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. The customer may comment on one or more of the following:ECO light does not illuminate in the cluster when Multiple Displacement System (MDS) is active(EMEA, LATAM and APAC). 2-3 kph (1.3-1.9 mph) difference between cruise set speed and the actual vehicle speed(EMEA, LATAM and APAC). Bump sensation during a coast down with light acceleration. Abnormal vibration when accelerating lightly during stop and go driving conditions.
18-062-202020-09-28. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. The customer may comment on one or more of the following: ECO light does not come on the cluster during Multiple Displacement System (MDS). 2-3 kph (1.3-1.9 mph) difference between cruise set speed and the actual vehicle speed.
S20250000062020-08-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P206D ? Reductant Quality Sensor Circuit High Set.
90037042020-08-24. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. Transmission Oil Pan, Heater (TMU), Tube or O-ring Applies to vehicles equipped with 8 speed transmissions only; if you have a leak that appears to be at the pan the use of proper leak detection is recommended. The fluid in the 8 speeds can be detected with a black light and there are aftermarket spray on leak detection materials to help ensure that the leak is properly diagnosed and not from another location such as cooler lines, heater tubes, or case porosity. Please note that the transmission pan gasket is available for many of the 8 speed applications FCA offers. Please review the available quick connect and transfer tube parts, as replacement of the TMU may not be required. If a TOC line connection is found to be the source, the quick connect may need replacement. If the leak source is coming from the connection of the TMU to the transmission, the transfer tube may need replacement. When parts are returned to the QEC the retaining clips (snap ring) for the quick disconnect fittings are missing. (This leaves a question as to whether the clips were missing from the assembly plant, or the technician removed them in order to make line removal easier.) Please return the clips with the transmission heater and note if they were not there to begin with. For any questions regarding transmission heater, contact FCA Redacted Content. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.

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