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Service bulletins for the 2013 Ram 3500

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.

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

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S20090000032020-07-27. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER. Turbocharger vs Turbocharger Actuator Replacement
90039682019-10-28. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. CONDENSER, Air Conditioning If it is determined that the A/C compressor does not engage due to a refrigerant leak at the receiver/drier plug on the A/C condenser, order the receiver/drier plug kit P/N 68447796A$ and follow the repair instructions included on the instruction sheet.
OD553412019-07-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE. Vehicles Eligible For CSN U07 And V08, V11 or V16 Important Update To U07 Dealer Instructions
549352019-07-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE; EQUIPMENT. Sensor-nitrous oxlde
553112019-07-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE. Damper-Steering
553222019-07-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ENGINE. Head-Cylinder
553242019-07-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Head-Cylinder
552212019-07-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE; EQUIPMENT. Engine Oil- OW20
550962019-07-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Engine Oil- OW20
549312019-07-15. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE. TAILPIPE - EXHAUST
90033572019-07-15. 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.
18-088-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT. P20EE SCR NOX Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1 This bulletin involves verifying the proper operation of the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) system and, if necessary, replacing the Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) Catalyst assembly. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P20EE SCR NOX Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1 set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory.
18-091-152019-05-20. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL. P20EE SCR NOX Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1 This bulletin involves verifying the proper operation of the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) system and, if necessary, replacing the Selective Catalyst Reduction (SCR) Catalyst assembly. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P20EE SCR NOX Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1 set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) memory.
18-057-15 REV A2019-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL. Flash: 6.7L Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with new software. Several software improvements are available for the following conditions. The Following DTC Has Been Changed From A Two Trip Fault To One Trip Fault: ? U1A24 - Lost Communication With Ammonia Sensor. Prevent Or Reduce Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination When No Defect is Present For The Following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). These Faults Have Been Changed From A One Trip Fault To A Two Trip Fault: ? P0201 - P0206 - Fuel Injector X Circuit/Open. ? P049D - EGR Control Position Exceeding Learning Limit. ? P0711 - Transmission Temperature Sensor Performance. ? P0712 - Transmission Temperature Sensor Low. ? P0713 - Transmission Temperature Sensor High. ? P0714 - Transmission Temperature Sensor Intermittent. ? P0740 - TCC Out Of Range. ? P0869 - Line Pressure High. ? P0933 - Hydraulic Pressure Sensor Range/Performance. ? P0934 - Line Pressure Sensor Circuit Low. ? P0935 - Line Pressure Sensor Circuit High. ? P1775 - Solenoid Switch Valve Latched In TCC Position. ? P1776 - Solenoid Switch Valve Latched In LR Position. ? U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM. ? U0002 - CAN C Bus Off performance - Bus Off. Improvements To Prevent Or Reduce Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination When No Defect Is Present For: ? P205E - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Tank Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent (setting when the block heater is plugged in). ? U110E - Lost Ambient Temperature Message. ? P20E8 - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Pressure Too Low. ? P2281 Air Leak Between MAF And Throttle Body. ? U3017 - Control Module Timer/Clock Performance. ? P1477 - Dual Snorkle Calibration Change to Voltage Limit. ? P20EE - SCR NOX Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold - Bank 1. ? P20E8 - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Pressure Too Low. ? U3017 - Control Modu
18-078-152018-12-17. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; ENGINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: 6.7L Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) with new software. Several software improvements are available for vehicles equipped with a Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel. These improvements are separated into the following categories. WARNING:There will be a choice between 2 calibrations. One for vehicles that utilize an ammonia sensor and one for vehicles that have had the ammonia sensor removed. Be sure to select the correct software based on vehicle configuration. Prevent Or Reduce Unnecessary Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination For The Following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs). These DTCs Are Currently Set As A One Trip Fault And Should Be A Two Trip Fault: ? P0201 - P0206 - Fuel Injector X Circuit/Open. ? P049D - EGR Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit. These DTCs Are Currently Set As A Two Trip Fault And Should Have Been A One Trip Fault: ? U12A4 - Lost Communication With Ammonia Sensor. Improvements To Prevent Or Reduce Unnecessary Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Mil) Illumination For: ? P205E - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Tank Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent (setting when the block heater is plugged in). ? U110E - Lost Ambient Temperature Message. ? P20E8 - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Pressure Too Low. ? P2281 - Air Leak Between MAF and Throttle Body. ? U3017 - Control Module Timer/Clock Performance. ? U1421 - Implausible Ignition Key Off Time Received. ? P0128 - Thermostat Rationality. In cold ambient temperatures. ? P0087 - Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low. ? P0544 - Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 1. ? P2002 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold. ? P061A - Level 2 Torque Performance. ? P0234 - Turbocharger Overboost condition. ? P026A - Charge Air Cooler Efficiency Below Threshold. ? P0299 - Manifold Pressure Sensor Out of Range Low. ? P0544 - Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT
68085740A2018-12-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM. Part Description: Engine Out NOx Sensor 1/1, System Out NOx Sensor 1/2 Issue Description: If you receive a DJ/D2 with a MIL illumination and DTC P229F, please do not replace any parts at this time. Cummins Engineering is currently investigating the root cause of the concern and is requesting to visit a dealership with this DTC to gather valuable information. Please contact Christine Donegan at (866) 799-1692 ext 1257~ If causal part replacement is the System Out NOx sensor (Bank 1, Sensor 2) PNs 68085740AA, or 68197109AA, please file claim under LOP 250810. If for the Engine Out NOx Sensor (Bank 1, Sensor 1) use LOP 250809.
132842018-12-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Title Filter - Engine Oil Start Date: 10/23/2015 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 stock of following part number: 68109834AA. Replacement part number is: 68229402AA. 68229402AA is designed to work on both DS and W K with 3.0L Ecodiesel(EXF)in NAFTA. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 13 November, 2015. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to mopardmail@fcagroup.com.
68080819A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Camshaft Position Sensor If replacing a camshaft position sensor for P0340 and/or P0344 fault codes, please review information below and contact Andrew Action on his cell phone: (248) 421- 4130. If no response is received within 15 minutes, please continue with repair.~ Before clearing any codes please pull Freeze Frame and CamCrank Sync Event Monitor data (instructions below) from the PCM and send the PDF?s to Andrew Acton by email: andrew.acton@fcagroup.com~ Instructions to access CamCrank Sync Event Monitor:~ - From wiTECH main screen~ - Monitors tab~ - OBDII Monitors~ - Select Cam Crank Synchronization Event Monitor from the list~ - Should bring up 3 or 4 pages of data~ - Click on create PDF icon in lower right corner~ - email PDF to andrew.acton@fcagroup.com
68079375A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV). Crankshaft Position Sensor Before replacing this part due to a P0335 fault code, please contact Andrew Acton at cell (248) 421-4130. Engineering is interested in the condition(s) present when the fault occurs.~ If no response is received within 15 minutes, then continue with repair.~ If possible, please send Freeze Frame data and Mark Sync Event data to andrew.acton@fcagroup.com~ To Retrieve Marks Data on WiTech:~ 1) Choose ?Monitors? and select ?OBDII Monitors? from the drop down box.~ 2) At the next Screen, choose ?Cam Crank Synchronization Monitor?.~ 3) Once you select the Cam Crank Synchronization event Monitor, you will get to the three pages of Marks Event Data.
05191925A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY. Radiator If vehicle comes in for transmission fluid leaking from trans-oil cooler fittings on the radiator, please check the following before replacing the radiator/cooler:~ 1. Remove both of the transmission lines from the cooler?s top/bottom flared fittings on the radiator. ~ 2. Loosen the hex nut on the top flared fitting on the radiator tank.~ 3. Torque the top flared fitting to 235 +/- 15 Lb-In.~ 4. Torque hex nut to 100 +/- 10 Lb-In.~ 5. Repeat for bottom flared fitting.~ 6. Reinstall transmission line per normal installation procedures and ensure correct fluid level.~ ~ If vehicle is in need of a new radiator for another reason, check the new radiator for correct torque on the trans-oil cooler fitting per steps 2-5 above.~ ~ If radiator has a yellow mark by the trans-oil cooler fittings the torque does not have to be checked.
05149141A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV). Camshaft Position Sensor If replacing a camshaft position sensor for P0340, P0344, P0345, P0349, P0365, P0369, P0390 or P0394 fault codes, please review information below and contact Tom Nies on his cell phone: (248) 494-0187. If no response is received within 15 minutes, please continue with repair. Before clearing any codes, please pull Freeze Frame and CamCrank Sync Event Monitor data (instructions below) from the PCM and send the PDF?s to Tom Nies by email: tom.nies@fcagroup.com~ Instructions to access Cam/Crank Sync Event Monitor: - From wiTECH main screen - Monitors tab - OBDII Monitors - Select Cam Crank Synchronization Event Monitor from the list - Should bring up 3 or 4 pages of data - Click on create PDF icon in lower right corner - email PDF to tom.nies@fcagroup.com
04861963A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Evaporative System Integrity Monitor switch (ESIM) Prior to replacing this component on a 2015 Dodge Journey (JC), please call Bob Bruni at cell (248) 736-8958. If a response is not received within 15 minutes, then continue with the necessary repair.
21-013-152018-09-24. Service bulletin. ENGINE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; POWER TRAIN. Flash: AS69RC/AS66RC Transmission Shift And Diagnostic Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Transmission Control Module (TCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following conditions. Vehicles equipped with an AS69RC automatic transmission (sales code DF2) ? Less than desired towing performance while using cruise control. ? Harsh engagement while shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse, or park to reverse with vehicle still in motion (rolling garage shift). ? Transmission Oil Temperature light illumination during high engine and tow loads. ? Engine flare during 2-1 tip in downshift. ? Less than desired shift quality during 6-5, 5-4 coasting downshifts. ? Delayed downshifts in Tow/Haul mode while driving down grades. ? Less than desired transmission shift performance when transitioning from low traction surface to high traction surfaces. (i.e. ice covered road to clear pavement). ? Harsh 2-1 downshift. ? Less than desired shift points during light pedal and Wide Open Throttle (WOT) operation or while in Tow/Haul and engine brake modes. ? Delayed engagement when shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse, or park to reverse (garage shifts). ? Audible squawk noise on 4-3 downshift. ? Poor vehicle acceleration in first gear with vehicle fully loaded. ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination with no defect found for Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P253D - PTO Sense Circuit High. AS66RC automatic transmission (sales code DF3) ? Transmission Oil Temperature light illumination during high engine and tow loads. ? Less than desired towing performance while using cruise control. ? Harsh engagement while shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse, or park to reverse with vehicle still in motion (rolling garage shift) ? Engine flare during 2-1 tip in downshift. ? Less than desired shift quality during 6-5, 5-4 coasting downshifts.
18-022-162018-06-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. Flash: 6.7L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves selectively erasing and reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) with new software. Several software improvements are available for vehicles equipped with a Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel. These improvements are separated into the following categories:
09-004-162018-06-18. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL. Cummins Service Engine Replacement This bulletin involves replacing the engine assembly. Remanufactured long block or short block was installed during a prior repair. A new replacement engine will be installed.

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