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Service bulletins for the 2021 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.

1129 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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08064232023-04-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Radio Over The Air Updating to QR40.12 Software Version Mobile Wi-Fi inoperative upon start up. ? Hotspot gives 9No Internet9 connection message on phone, when trying to connect to a device. This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Firmware 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 radio software will be updated from QR39.7 to QR40.12. NOTE: National launch for this FOTA update is expected to begin March 10, 2023. DISCUSSION: Vehicles sold in the U.S. and Canada can now receive software updates ?over-the-air?. Updates to software will occur in a phased roll-out. The software is updated through the built-in cellular modem in the radio.
18016232023-04-17. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC); EXTERIOR LIGHTING. 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 one or more ofthe following DTCs:P0335 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Circuit. P0339 - Crankshaft Position Sensor Intermittent. Other software enhancement included with this update: Idle stability improvements during Electronic Stability Control (ESC) events.
S23080000222023-04-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. No Start, No Crank, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) P2504 Charging System Output High
S228A0000282023-04-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Radio Remained On After Ignition Is Switched Off, Dead Battery From Excessive Radio Current Draw
S23230000162023-04-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Power Side Step Does Not Operate Or Operates Intermittently
S14080003842023-04-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Start Stop Charging Warning Lamp Illuminated On, Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) State of Charge (SOC) Inaccurate, Battery Charging Message, Presence of IBS related Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs), or Battery Warning Lamp On
08-008-232023-02-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION; WHEELS; STEERING. UAS and UCS Radio Enhancements Customers may experience one or more of the following: **Wi-Fi hotspot connection failure. Speaker popping, crackle noise during Voice Recognition (VR) response and navigation guidance. Mobile Station Integrated Services Digital Network (MSISDN) missing from radio, no connected services working.** Wireless connectivity pairing and/or connection issues. Lost radio presets. Radio channels change by itself. SXMT icon inoperative. SXMT favorite song not displaying/playing. High pitch squeal, pop or hum noise from speakers. Anti-theft code request message. Lines appear across screen. Radio will not switch modes between AM, FM, SAT or Media. Performance control home screen shows ?Norm? mode for engine/transmission even when the vehicle is in ?Drag? mode (LA, LD, LX only). Can not change the time on the clock (LA, LD and LX only). USB hub inoperable (D-Trucks only). Backup camera gridlines missing (D-Trucks only). Device not supported message (D-Trucks only). Remote app inoperative (D-Trucks only). Unable to adjust volume (D-Trucks only). Heated steering wheel inoperable (D-Trucks only). In addition, the following enhancement are included in this update: CarplayT connectivity improvements. Improvement to wireless connectivity phone pairing. Improved sound quality when using a wireless connectivity phone. **This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software level to 40.1. Depending on the radio?s current software level the radio may need a one or two USB update.**
S1918000013 Rev.2023-02-13. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY. Crank, No Start Condition, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0688 - Auto Shutdown Relay Sense Circuit
18148222023-01-23. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates
91000082023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Telematic box module 2
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).
1809122REVA2023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; 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 the following DTC: P219A - Bank 1 Fuel/Air Ratio Imbalance(North America Only). Customers may also experience one or more of the following: An engine stall at low engine mileage and mostly low vehicle speeds 16 - 24 kph (10 - 15 mph). LED light in the Start/Stop button will not illuminate when pressed.
S22080001382023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS. Decreased Remote Start And RKE Range. Tire Pressure Sensors Values Are Not Displayed
08100212023-01-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. UAQ UCQ UAV, UCX, UAX and UCV Radio Over The Air Software Version 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. Once the FOTA has been completed, the software level will be 39.6.Review the table below to determine when the FOTA is due to be release. The release time is based on the current radio?s software application level. Customers may experience one or more of the following: Intermittently, when going into reverse, the rear view camera screen is blank. Intermittently, gridlines are not on the display screen when in reverse.
14005212023-01-17. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Fuel Line Blockage This bulletin involves replacing the engine fuel/EVAP forward line bundle. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: P0174 - Fuel System 2/1 Lean. In addition, the customer may notice one or more of the following conditions:Reduced acceleration. Rough starting.
21005212023-01-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the TCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience the following on a vehicle with less than 644 km (400 miles) on the odometer: A Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) event or failure withnoDiagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and the vehicle has less than 644 km (400 miles) on the odometer indicates it is likely the vehicle has experienced an unintentional code clear event.Do not use this software update if vehicle odometer has over 644 km (400 miles).
0810021a2023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. UAQ UCQ UAV, UCX, UAX and UCV Radio Over The Air Software Version 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. Once the FOTA has been completed the software level will be 39.6. The national launch for the FOTA will begin June 18, 2021.Review table below to determine when FOTA is due to release based on current radio software level. Customers may experience one or more of the following: Intermittently, when going into reverse, the rear view camera screen is blank. Intermittently, gridlines are not on the display screen when in reverse.
S21080001782023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS. The Airbag Light Is Illuminated. B2765-11 Right C-Pillar Impact Acceleration Sensor-Circuit Short To Ground
S21180000112023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P049B ? EGR B Insufficient Flow Detected, Additional Diagnostics.
S21080001632023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
21020212023-01-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; WHEELS; STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the TCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience the follwing:Unable to set desired gear manually from the steering wheel controls.
21019212023-01-17. Service bulletin. STEERING; WHEELS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the TCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience the follwing:Unable to set desired gear manually from the steering wheel controls.
21018212023-01-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the TCM with the latest available software. The customer may describe one or more of the following:During a 2 - 3 transmission upshift, the engine is hitting rev limit. Hesitation feel during a pedal tip in, while engine is warming up below 1 °C (30 °F) ambient temp.
18050212023-01-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; BACK OVER PREVENTION; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. 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 Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: P0133 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. P0153 - O2 Sensor 2/1 Slow Response. P0171 - Fuel System 1/1 Lean. P0174 - Fuel System 2/1 Lean. 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. B2286 - Calibration Not Learned / Lost Calibration. The customer may also experience one or more of the following:Hesitation feel during a pedal tip in, while engine is warming up below -1 °C (30 °F) ambient temp. During a 2 - 3 transmission upshift, the engine is hitting rev limit. ?Service Suspension? message in Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) on start up.
08086212023-01-17. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY; VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL; AIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Driver Door Module (DDM) and Passenger Door Module (PDM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the DDM and PDM with the latest available software. This software is for vehicles on the RRT VIN List is to improve the function and reliability of the power windows operation.

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