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Service bulletins for the 2020 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.

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

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Only bulletins with component: Transmission and driveline are shown. Show all

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21-039-262026-05-20. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Replace K1 Clutch / Input Shaft Assembly Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P0731-00 - Gear 1 Shift Incorrect Ratio (This DTC will set during a key cycle and shifting into Drive). Customers must also comment on the following: ● The transmission will not shift into or out of 1st - 4th gears. 5th and reverse gears are still available This bulletin involves replacing the K1 clutch and possibly the K1 input shaft drum sub-assembly. These repairs are to be performed only if the vehicle is inoperable due to K1 clutch failure
21-039-262026-05-13. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Replace K1 Clutch / Input Shaft Assembly Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P0731-00 - Gear 1 Shift Incorrect Ratio (This DTC will set during a key cycle and shifting into Drive). Customers must also comment on the following: ● The transmission will not shift into or out of 1st - 4th gears. 5th and reverse gears are still available This bulletin involves replacing the K1 clutch and possibly the K1 input shaft drum sub-assembly. These repairs are to be performed only if the vehicle is inoperable due to K1 clutch failure
S25160000012025-10-29. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Driveline Vibration. Prop Shaft Diagnostic Information.
91006422025-08-13. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. When customer complaint is related to inoperative 4 Wheel Drive shifter, loss of 4WD function and/or 4WD related MIL please reference SOL Case #S2508000062 prior to replacement of Transfer Case shift motor.
03-001-25 REV. A2025-02-19. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. "Clicking Noise While In 4WD Customers may experience the following: ● Ratcheting, click, or clicking noise in 4WD while turning. This bulletin involves replacing the front driveshaft."
03-001-252025-02-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. "Clicking Noise While In 4WD ustomers may experience the following: ● Ratcheting, click, or clicking noise in 4WD while turning. his bulletin involves replacing the front driveshaft"
1023872025-01-04. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. SEAL - OUTPUT SHAFT
1023892025-01-04. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. SEAL - OUTPUT SHAFT
21-051-242024-10-01. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. "Replace K1 Clutch / Input Shaft Assembly Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P0731-00 - Gear 1 Shift Incorrect Ratio (This DTC will set during a key cycle and shifting into Drive). Customers may also comment on the following: ● The transmission will not shift into or out of 1st - 4th gears. 5th and reverse gears are still available. **This bulletin involves replacing the K1 clutch and possibly the K1 input shaft drum sub-assembly. These repairs are to be performed only if the vehicle is inoperable due to K1 clutch failure. ** "
1006812024-10-01. Warranty extension. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ENGINE; POWER TRAIN. Warranty Bulletin D-24-16 (XR1) Urea Delivery Module – Select 2019 - 2022 RAM Trucks (DJ/D2/DD/DP)
1005992024-09-24. Warranty extension. POWER TRAIN. FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-24-16 Rev. Announces the addition of the Rear Axle Assembly replacement for 2019 - 2024 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (DD), RAM 4500/ 5500 Cab Chassis (DP), RAM 3500 Pickup (D2), RAM 2500 Pickup (DJ), RAM 1500 Pickup (DS) and RAM 1500 Pickup (DT) vehicles to the Powertrain Pre-Authorization program to ensure proper repair of Rear Axle Assembly failures and to assist in quality improvements. REV.A
1005952024-09-24. Warranty extension. POWER TRAIN. WARRANTY BULLETIN D-24-15 announces the addition of the Rear Axle Assembly replacement for 2019 - 2024 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (DD), RAM 4500/ 5500 Cab Chassis (DP), RAM 3500 Pickup (D2), RAM 2500 Pickup (DJ), RAM 1500 Pickup (DS) and RAM 1500 Pickup (DT) vehicles to the Powertrain Pre-Authorization program for all dealers (Base, Plus & Premium) to ensure proper repair of Rear Axle Assembly failures and to assist in quality improvements. REV.A
18008242024-03-18. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; PARKING BRAKE; BACK OVER PREVENTION; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC). Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: P0506-00 - Idle Control System RPM - Lower Than Expected.P0607-00 - ECU Internal Performance. P20E8-00 - Reductant Pressure Too Low. P0301-00 - Cylinder 1 Misfire. P0302-00 - Cylinder 2 Misfire. P0303-00 - Cylinder 3 Misfire. P0304-00 - Cylinder 4 Misfire. P0305-00 - Cylinder 5 Misfire. P0306-00 - Cylinder 6 Misfire. P0299-00 - Turbocharger Underboost. P1D73-00 - AGS Performance. P0626 - Generator Field Control Circuit High. P218F - Reductant No Flow Detected. P2002 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold. P24A5 - EGR Cooler Bypass Bank 1 Control Stuck. P0191 - Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Circuit Performance. P0461 - Fuel Level Sensor 1 Performance. P0401 - EGR System Performance. P20EE - SCR NOx Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold - Bank 1. P061A - Level 2 Torque Performance. P061B - Internal Control Module Torque Calculation Performance. P061E - Internal Control Module Brake Signal Performance. P062C - ETC Level 2 MPH Performance. P0106 - Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Performance (In extreme cold ambient temperatures). P0116 - Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Performance. P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Bank 1. P1507 - Crankcase Filter Restriction. P203F - Reductant Level Too Low. P226C - Turbocharger Boost Control ?A? Slow Response (In extreme cold ambient temperatures). P2579 - Turbocharger Speed Sensor Circuit. U0101 - Lost Communication with TCM. U02A3 - Lost of Communication with PM Sensor. U3017 - Control Module Timer/Clock Performance. Customers may also experience one or more of the following Power
932382023-10-30. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. AISIN K1 SNAP RING REPLACEMENT
21002232023-10-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. K1 Clutch Snap Ring Repair Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, a technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set: ? P0731-00 - Gear 1 Shift Incorrect Ratio (This DTC will set during a key cycle and shifting into Drive). Customers may also comment on the following: ? The transmission will not shift into/or out of 1st - 4th gears. 5th and reverse gears are still available. This bulletin involves replacing the K1 clutch drum snap ring and possibly the K1 input shaft drum subassembly.
18068232023-07-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; POWER TRAIN; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates 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: ? P1404 - EGR Position Sensor Rationality Closed. ? P2457 - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling System Performance. NOTE: P1404 - EGR Position Sensor Rationality Closed DTC can be erroneously set when P2457 -Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling System Performance DTC is set. In addition, the customer may notice one or more of the following conditions: ? **Power Take Off (PTO) disable to high engine oil temperature (DD DP with DF3 Only).** ? In PTO mode, transmission gear engagement is abrupt and idle speed is high when transitioning From Park To Drive/Reverse Gear. This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software.
S18080001522023-04-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). CEL (Check Engine Lamp) Illuminates, Recent PCM Replace or Flash Update Performed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P057B Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Performance, P1572 Brake Pedal Stuck, C0042-54 Brake Pedal Missing Calibration
S1623000028 Rev.2023-02-13. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL; BACK OVER PREVENTION; POWER TRAIN; VISIBILITY; PARKING BRAKE. Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
21021222023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. 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: When decelerating from a 1 to 2 gear shift, the vehicle may have a harshshift. From a 1 to 2 gear change there may be a perceived bump feeling, whilehaving a light pedal(Sales Codes ETL and ETN Only). A harsh shift from a 2 to 3 gear shift while at almost or wide openthrottle. A harsh shift from a 3 to 4 shift and heavy on the pedal, lifting offthe pedal, then back on the pedal again. While coasting down a grade, an abrupt deceleration may be felt. A clunk heard when shifting from park to reverse or drive. Cold engine flare during a shift. A delay when coasting down, vehicle is in a downshift at low speedsand then trying to accelerate. (The vehicle will have a hesitation as the vehicle tries to change gears to accommodate the new pedaldemand). Excessive shifting(DD and DP Only). Engine flare caused by the transmission releasing the clutch too early duringa 1 to 2 shift. Poor shift quality. Shift or gear hunting.
S21210000102023-01-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; POWER TRAIN. Service 4WD Lamp On, 4WD System Does Not Work, 4WD Service Lamp Flashing, Front Axle Disconnect Does Not Engage Or Disengage
S21210000092023-01-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Rapid Shifts, High RPMs, 40-50 mph (65-80 kph) Max Speed, Inability to Perform Transmission Quick learn.
S1923000015RevB2023-01-09. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Transmission Column Shifter Lever Feels Loose
18055222023-01-09. 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.
18088222022-12-19. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. The customer may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs have been set: P1404 - EGR Position Sensor Rationality Closed. P2457 - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling System Performance. P1404 - EGR Position Sensor Rationality Closed DTC can be erroneously set when P2457 - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooling System Performance DTC is set.In addition, customers may experience one or more of the following concerns: In Power Take-Off (PTO) mode, transmission gear engagement is abruptand idle speed is high when transitioning From Park To Drive/Reverse Gear.
2102122REVA2022-12-12. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. 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: Harsh shifts. Poor shift quality, with light pedal.(Sales Codes ETM and ETN Only). Poor shift quality, 32-48 kph (20-30 mph), at low rpm with light to mediumpedal apply, typically tipping in from zero pedal.(Sales Codes ETM and ETN Only). Coasting shift bump with exhaust brake and/or tow/haul active.(Sales Codes ETM and ETN Only). Poor shift quality, often when increasing pedal during a shift.(Sales Code ESB Only). Squawk/chirp/squeak type noise during a 3-4 upshift.(D2 Only). Poor 1-2 upshift quality.(D2 with ETM or DD/DP with Sales Code ESB Only). When decelerating from a 1 to 2 gear shift, the vehicle may have a harshshift. From a 1 to 2 gear change there may be a perceived bump feeling, whilehaving a light pedal(Sales Codes ETL and ETN Only). A harsh shift from a 2 to 3 gear shift while at almost or wide openthrottle. A harsh shift from a 3 to 4 shift and heavy on the pedal, lifting offthe pedal, then back on the pedal again. While coasting down a grade, an abrupt deceleration may be felt. A clunk heard when shifting from park to reverse or drive. Cold engine flare during a shift. A delay when coasting down, vehicle is in a downshift at low speedsand then trying to accelerate. (The vehicle will have a hesitation as the vehicle tries to change gears to accommodate the new pedaldemand). Excessive shifting(DD and DP Only). Engine flare caused by the transmission releasing the clutch too early duringa 1 to 2 shift. 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 softwarewill allow the TCM to self clear.

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.