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Service bulletins for the 2013 Ram 4500

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.

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

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S1625000003 Rev.2023-02-13. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. NOx Sensor Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) Diagnosis Information.
09001222023-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator - X93 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the turbocharger actuator with an updated actuator. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technicianmay find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: U010C - Lost Communication With Turbocharger/Supercharger Control Module. P003A - Turbocharger Boost Control Module Position Exceeded Learning Limit. P00AF - Turbocharger Boost Control Module Performance. P0046 - Turbocharger Boost Control Circuit Performance. P0234 - Turbocharger Overboost Condition.
18-038-162022-10-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. 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.
09001222022-10-17. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator - X93 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the turbocharger actuator with an updated actuator. 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: U010C - Lost Communication With Turbocharger/Supercharger Control Module. P003A - Turbocharger Boost Control Module Position Exceeded Learning Limit. P00AF - Turbocharger Boost Control Module Performance. P0046 - Turbocharger Boost Control Circuit Performance. P0234 - Turbocharger Overboost Condition.
1400114REVB2022-09-26. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE. Fuel Gelling in Cold Ambient Temperatures This bulletin involves reconfiguring the Body Control Module (BCM). Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) due to fuel related Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) and/or may have a hard or no start condition due to fuel gelling in cold ambient temperatures (20°F or -7°C) or below. DTCs, such as P0087, P0191 or P026B (or other DTCs) may have been set.frame mounted fuel filter heater not to function. The condition is due to a configuration setting in the Body Control Module (BCM).
0900122REVA2022-09-26. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator - X93 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the turbocharger actuator with an updated actuator. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technicianmay find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: U010C - Lost Communication With Turbocharger/Supercharger Control Module. P003A - Turbocharger Boost Control Module Position Exceeded Learning Limit. P00AF - Turbocharger Boost Control Module Performance. P0046 - Turbocharger Boost Control Circuit Performance. P0234 - Turbocharger Overboost Condition.
21017192022-09-15. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; AIR BAGS; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; BACK OVER PREVENTION. Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the TCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the followingDTC has been set:U1111-00 - Lost Odometer Message(DD, DF, and DP with Diesel Engine Only). In addition, the customer may notice one or more of the following conditions: The customer may notice a harsh 2-3 and/or 3-4 shift(2017 MY D2 with ETK 6.7L Diesel and DF2 Transmission Only). 1-2 hard shift. 3-4 flare issue fix. Trans quick learn fix(Gas Engine Only). 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 and 5-4 coasting downshifts. Delayed downshifts in Tow/Haul mode while driving down grades. Less than desired transmission shift performance when transitioning froma low traction to high traction surfaces i.e. ice covered road to clear pavement. Less than desired shift points during light pedal and Wide Open Throttle(WOT) operation or while in Tow/Haul and engine brake modes. 1-2 upshift shudder correction(Diesel engine and DF2 Transmission Only). A harsh 1-2 upshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Excessive gear shifting(DF2 Transmission Only). Harsh 2-1 downshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Delayed engagement when shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse,or park to reverse (garage shifts)(DF2 Transmission Only). Audible squawk noise on 4-3 downshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Poor vehicle acceleration in first gear with vehicle fully loaded(DF2 Transmission Only). MIL illumination with no defect found forDTC P253D - PTO Sense Circuit High(DF2 Transmission Only).
18-073-212022-08-22. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. Diesel Injector Freezing This bulletin involves installing a insulator over the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) injector. 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: P218F - Reductant No Flow Detected. P202E - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Injector Performance. The customer will not notice any drivability issues associated with these DTCs. These DTCs may set when the vehicles is parked for a long time and the ambient temperatures are below -11 °C (12 °F).
18-062-142022-08-22. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; POWER TRAIN; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; BACK OVER PREVENTION; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; 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.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. U110E - Lost Ambient Temperature Message. 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: 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 Over boost condition. P026A - Charge Air Cooler Efficiency Below Threshold. P0299 - Manifold Pressure Sensor Out of Range Low. P0544 - Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P0562 - Battery Voltage Low. P20EE - SCR NOX Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold - Bank 1. P2201 - Aftertreatment NOX Sensor Circuit Performance - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P24A5 - EGR Cooler Bypass Bank 1 Control Stuck. P2459 - Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Too Frequent. P249E - Closed Loop SCR Reductant Injection Control At Limit - Flow Too High.
18-078-152022-08-08. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; 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
18-078-152022-07-25. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; BACK OVER PREVENTION; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. 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
0900122 REVA2022-05-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator - X93 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the turbocharger actuator with an updated actuator. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technicianmay find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: U010C - Lost Communication With Turbocharger/Supercharger Control Module. P003A - Turbocharger Boost Control Module Position Exceeded Learning Limit. P00AF - Turbocharger Boost Control Module Performance. P0046 - Turbocharger Boost Control Circuit Performance. P0234 - Turbocharger Overboost Condition.
124082018-11-26. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS. TAILLIGHT.
68174064A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. Headlamp Assembly If the headlamp assembly is being replaced, please also replace the harness attached to the headlamp. Engineering would like to have both parts returned for analysis. Also, please take a picture of the parts and email the picture, a short discription of the issue, and the last 8 digits of the VIN to Brigitte.Wicks@fcagroup.com. Thank you.
18-023-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination or one or more of the following conditions. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory:
228432018-06-11. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Inspect and Return: Lamp Assy - Tail Light Rt/L You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of following part numbers: 68110016AC, 68110016AD, 68110016AE, 68110017AD, 68236104AC, 68236105AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 31 August, 2016.
171912018-06-11. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS; EQUIPMENT. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 68174065AE. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 11 July, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to mopardmail@fcagroup.com.
309482018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; INTERIOR LIGHTING. Molding Assy ?Frt door day light opening Rt/Lt: Return You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all suspect stock of following part numbers: 57010364AI, 57010365AI, 57010504AJ, 57010505AJ, 68224368AB, 68224369AB. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 17 April, 2017.
55372070A$2018-06-11. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL. Mirror, Outside Rearview Replacement outside rearview mirror assembly comes equipped with Turn Signal and Auxiliary (Puddle) Light. If Turn Signal/Puddle Lamp is visually different from OE, you will need to swap the original lamp to the new mirror unit.

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