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Service bulletins for the 2020 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.

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

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18012212022-05-31. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM). Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates OVERVIEW:
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:
18055222022-05-31. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) / PowertrainControl Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or moreof the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: P0506-00-Idle Control System Rpm - Lower Than Expected. P0088 - Fuel Rail Pressure Too High - Bank 1(Sym Cam Only) P0607-00 - ECU Internal Performance. P20E8-00 - Reductant Pressure Too Low. P0301-00 - Cylinder 1 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P0302-00 - Cylinder 2 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P0303-00 - Cylinder 3 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P0304-00 - Cylinder 4 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P0305-00 - Cylinder 5 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P0306-00 - Cylinder 6 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P1C54-00 - SCR NOx Catalyst Missing. P242F-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Ash Accumulation(68RFE Only). P2463-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Soot Accumulation Bank 1(68RFE Only). P1451-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter System Performance(68RFE Only). P0299-00 - Turbocharger Underboost. P2706-00 - MS Solenoid Circuit (68RFE Only). P1D73-00 - AGS Performance. P061B - Internal Control Module Torque Calculation Performance. P064B-00 - PTO Control Module. The customer may also notice the following: PTO Customers: Allows E-Stop to work in any gear. PTO customers that use remote start: Prevents PTO cancellation in cabfrom disabling remote start. Harsh downshift clunk during exhaust brake deceleration. DEF gauge erratic when DEF level is low. Stall when putting in reverse in cold ambient temps. Engine stumble during engine warm up. Unstable idle when AC compressor cycles. Power Take Off (PTO) intermittently turns off with no DTCs. In addition the following software enhancements are included:Engine oil pressure switch modification. Oil Change Monitor Improvements For Severe Duty Ope
Y17 Combo2021-06-28. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Customer Satisfaction Notification Y17 Transmission Software Update
S21210000092021-06-28. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Rapid Shifts, High RPMs, 40-50 mph (65-80 kph) Max Speed, Inability to Perform Transmission Quick learn.
90043802021-06-28. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. SOLENOID, Transmission 2020 and 2021MY D2&DJ Before swapping the solenoid module on a repeatable P0755 or P0765, please ensure to download event data and send to contact copied below. This event data will assist with the root cause analysis of the module. Contact: FCA Redacted Content
23-017-212021-05-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Updated Power Side Step Diagnosis And Testing Procedure This bulletin is to communicate that the power side step diagnosis and testing procedure has been updated in service information.
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
S1923000015 Rev.2021-04-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Transmission Column Shifter Lever Feels Loose
23-010-212021-03-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; POWER TRAIN. Passenger Side Power Side Step Inoperative This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary replacing the passenger side power step motor. Customers may comment that the passenger side power step is not functioning properly and passenger side power side steps obstructed message appears in the instrument cluster.
21-007-212021-03-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the TCM with the latest available software. The customer may experience one or more of the following:Poor shift quality. Shift or gear hunting. The following software enhancement is also available: Stored faults can only be cleared by a diagnostic scan tool, this software will allow the TCM to self clear.
18-015-212021-03-15. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) / Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set:P20E8-00 - Reductant Pressure Too Low. P0301-00 - Cylinder 1 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P0302-00 - Cylinder 2 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P0303-00 - Cylinder 3 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P0304-00 - Cylinder 4 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P0305-00 - Cylinder 5 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P0306-00 - Cylinder 6 Misfire(Sym Cam Pump Only). P1C54-00 - SCR NOx Catalyst Missing. P242F-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Ash Accumulation(68RFE Only). P2463-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Soot Accumulation Bank 1(68RFE Only). P1451-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter System Performance(68RFE Only). P0299-00 - Turbocharger Underboost. P2706-00 - MS Solenoid Circuit (68RFE Only). P1D73-00 - AGS Performance. P061B - Internal Control Module Torque Calculation Performance. P064B-00 - PTO Control Module. The customer may also notice the following:Harsh downshift clunk during exhaust brake deceleration. DEF gauge erratic when DEF level is low. Stall when putting in reverse in cold ambient temps. Engine stumble during engine warm up. Unstable idle when AC compressor cycles. Power Take Off (PTO) intermittently turns off with no DTCs. In addition the following software enhancements are included:Oil Change Monitor Improvements For Severe Duty Operation. System Improvement for PTO operation. wiTECH Mass Air Flow (MAF) data parameter improvement. Enabling wiTECH Particulate Matter (PM) Sensor Regeneration Test in PCM ?Misc Functions?. Active Grille Shutter (AGS) quality enhancements.
S1625000007 Rev.2021-03-15. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P207F ? Reductant Quality Performance Set.
21-004-212021-02-16. 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 comment on one or more of the following:Poor shift quality. Shift or gear hunting.
21-003-212021-02-16. 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 comment on one or more of the following:Poor shift quality. Shift or gear hunting.
S2021000006 Rev.2021-02-16. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Transmission Slip/Flare During With No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Set. Manual Drive Learn Procedure.
14-002-202020-12-28. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. 50 Gallon Fuel Tank Reconfiguration This bulletin involves inspecting the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) configuration data and performing the enable 50 gallon tank routine in wiTECH. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set:P0461 - Fuel Level Sensor 1 Performance(Set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)).
S20210000062020-12-28. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; EQUIPMENT. Transmission Slip/Flare During Shifts With No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Set. Manual Drive Learn Procedure.
14-002-202020-12-21. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE. 50 Gallon Fuel Tank Reconfiguration This bulletin involves inspecting the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) configuration data and performing the enable 50 gallon tank routine in wiTECH. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set:P0461 - Fuel Level Sensor 1 Performance(Set in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)).
S20210000062020-12-21. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION. Transmission Slip/Flare During Shifts With No Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Set. Manual Drive Learn Procedure.
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.
90043122020-11-30. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; EQUIPMENT. TRANSMISSION KIT, With Torque Converter If the Aisin DF2 transmission (2019/ 2020 MY) has experienced a complete clutch failure under normal usage, has fiber disc medium found in the oil pan, and lists P codes 1731, 0731, 0736, & 0733, please contact FCA Redacted Content. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
18-086-202020-10-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) / Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: P1D73-00 - AGS Performance. P061B - Internal Control Module Torque Calculation Performance. P064B-00 - PTO Control Module. The customer may also notice the following:Power Take Off (PTO) intermittently turns off with no DTCs. In addition the following software enhancements are included:System Improvement for PTO operation. wiTECH Mass Air Flow (MAF) data parameter improvement. Enabling wiTECH Particulate Matter (PM) Sensor Regeneration Test in PCM ?Misc Functions?. Active Grille Shutter (AGS) quality enhancements.
S2021000003 Rev.2020-10-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE; POWER TRAIN. (Revision A) (CEL) Check Engine Light Is On, Vehicle Speed May Be Limited (2nd Gear Limp Mode), Shifting May Be Erratic, Cluster Message To Service Transmission
18-048-20 REV. A2020-09-28. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM); EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module/Powertrain Control Module (ECM/PCM) with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set:P1D7300 - AGS Performance. P0299-00 - Turbocharger Underboost. P2463-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Soot Accumulation Bank 1. P1451-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter System Performance. P242F-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Restriction - Ash Accumulation. P24A5-00 - EGR Cooler Bypass Bank 1 Control Stuck(Sales Code ETM). P20EE-00 - NOx Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold(Sales Code ETM). P0420-00 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1(Sales Code ETM). P2002-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold(Sales Code ETM). P0191-00 - Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Performance(Sales Code ETM). P0461-00 - Fuel Level Sensor 1 Performance(Sales Code ETM). P0401-00 - EGR System Performance(Sales Code ETM). P208B-00 - Reductant Pump 1 Control Performance(Sales Code ETM). The customer may also notice one or more of the following:Engine surge felt while driving(Sales Code ETM). Idle Fluctuation. The following improvements are also included in this update:wiTECH ?Fuel Injector Cutoff Test? fix. wiTECH Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor data display additional fix. Enabling wiTECH Particulate Matter (PM) Sensor Regeneration Test in PCM ?Misc Functions?. Engine Warmup Protection Improvement to help promote better oil delivery to engine bearings during cold starts. Hydrocarbon Desorption (HCD) Mode operational improvement. HCD mode resumes after key cycle. Engine stumble improvement, during engine warm up(Sales Code ETM). Smoke improvement during highway driving and lower altitudes (sea level)(Sales Code ETM).

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