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Service bulletins for the 2021 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.

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

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Only bulletins with component: Electrical system are shown. Show all

Bulletins, newest first
S17080001182023-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY. Battery Drain Concern, Dual USB Port Normal Operational Draw, Extended Illumination Or Extended Operation After Key Off
S22080000682023-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. ?Device Not Supported? Message on the radio screen
2101922REVA2022-12-12. 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: 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 medium pedal 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.
S228A0000282022-12-12. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Radio Remained On After Ignition Is Switched Off, Dead Battery from Excessive Radio Current Draw
S2208000153RevA2022-12-12. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Tire Pressure Lamp Flashing, No Tire Pressures Displayed, ?Tire Pressure Module (TPM) System Unavailable? Message Displayed on Cluster
S18080000972022-11-07. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR; BACK OVER PREVENTION. Back-Up Camera Inoperative Complaints, Radio Display Blue or Blank When Placed in Reverse
S22230000632022-11-07. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM. Ambient Temperature Sensor Servicing.
S22080001532022-11-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC. Tire Pressure Lamp Flashing, No Tire Pressures Displayed, ?Tire Pressure Module (TPM) System Unavailable? Message Displayed on Cluster
S2208000080RevA2022-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Ambient Air Temperature Missing, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Lamp On, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0070-15 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit-Circuit Short to Battery or Open, P0073 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit High
S20080001862022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Engine Control Module (ECM) Flash Failure, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U1601 ? ECU Application Software Code 1 Missing Or Corrupted
18127222022-10-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module (ECM) / Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. PCM software related to this Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) is included within the Y43 Recall. If not already completed, please perform the Y43 recall if the vehicle is on the recall VIN list. For all other vehicles perform the Repair Procedure below. 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: P0607-00 - ECU Internal Performance. P0299-00 - Turbocharger Underboost. P1451-00 - Diesel Particulate Filter System Performance. The following improvements are also included in this update: Idle stability improvement. Fuel system run-up test routine, wiTECH improvement. Aftertreatment system performance test routine, wiTECH improvement. Power Take Off (PTO) system improvements. Enabling Estop for split shaft PTO systems. Oil pressure switch modifications. Urea (DEF fluid) level sensor calibration update, to help prevent bumps in DEF level gauge.
08088212022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio software level to 2036.06. Customers may experience the following:Product plan UUID is not correct in Carplay®. Carplay audio does not always resume. Battery save vs. Battery Charge toggles back to Battery Charge after sleep cycle. When ?Charge Now? is selected on key-off outside of the charging schedule ? it does nothing. In addition, the following enhancements are included:Update power supply source from 1 amp to 2.1 amps. GOOGLE® certification enhancements - screen flickers
0807621REVA2022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Flash: Amplifier (AMP) Diagnostic and System Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the AMP with the latest available software. The following software enhancement is available:Amplifier update to eliminate static noise from the instrument panel mounted speakers.
08082212022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Body Control Module (BCM) Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the BCM with the latest available software. The customer may describe the following: The shifter gets stuck in park.
08076212022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Amplifier (AMP) Diagnostic and System Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the AMP with the latest available software. The following software enhancement is available: Amplifier update to eliminate static noise from the instrument panel mounted speakers.
S22080000802022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Ambient Air Temperature Missing, MIL Lamp On, DTC P0070-15 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit-Circuit Short to Battery or Open; P0073 Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit High
S21080001632022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
21019222022-09-26. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS. 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. 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.
90044702022-09-26. Service bulletin. TRAILER HITCHES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. CONNECTOR/WIRING, Trailer Tow If the connector or wiring is physically damaged, burned, melted or corroded, prior to replacing the part, please contact FCA Redacted Content If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. Please send pictures of the failed part to FCA Redacted Content
0807621REVB2022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Amplifier (AMP) Diagnostic and System Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the AMP with the latest available software. The following software enhancement is available: Amplifier update to eliminate static noise from the instrument panel mounted speakers.
90042542022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. INSTRUMENT PANEL, Base Panel (Top Pad, Leather) If you are replacing a leather instrument panel top pad for any leather defects (bubbling, delamination, wrinkling, etc.), please contact FCA Redacted Content. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. Please send pictures of the leather defect to FCA Redacted Content.
S21080000982022-09-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Radio Screen Freeze, Blank Screen And Reset
S20080001132022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message
S16080002262022-09-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Midtronics Charger Update Process
S160800022612022-09-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Medtronic Update Process

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