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Service bulletins for the 2020 Ram 5500

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.

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

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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.
08119212023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT. UAX, UCX, UAV and UCV Radio Over the Air Software Version Updates This bulletin provides information regarding the latest Flash Over The Air (FOTA) update and provides the service technician an overview of the steps a customer will need to take to complete the update. The radio software will be updated to:DT with UAX and UCX - 34.31. All other vehicles and radio combinations - 34.2. The national launch for the FOTA will begin July 21, 2021. Customers may experience one or more of the following: SOS, Automatic SOS (ASOS) , assist calls not showing correct location(DT Vehicles with UAX and UCX Only). GPS inaccuracies(DT Vehicles with UAX or UCX Only). Uconnect radio apps are inoperable(DT Vehicles with UAX or UCX Only). SXM® button are greyed out(DT Vehicles with UAX or UCX Only). Intermittently, SXM loading screen is stuck(DT Vehicles with UAX or UCX Only). Uconnect App inoperative(DT Vehicles Only). Voice Recognition (VR) inoperative(DT Vehicles Only). Radio resets(DT Vehicles Only). Radio locks up, freezes or resets. Bluetooth device is slow to pair, or does not pair. GPS unable to load and find locations. Loss of saved radio presets. Display screen is back with no backlighting. No audio output coming from the radio. Cannot control audio volume. Rear view camera display will not turn off.
S21080000912023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. When The PTO Is Engaged, The Engine RPM Will Surge And Cannot Increase above 1100 RPM. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P061B ? Internal Control Module Torque Performance, And/Or P064B ? PTO Control Module, Set.
S21080001632023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
08072212023-01-17. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Driver Door Module (DDM) and Passenger Door Module (PDM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the DDM and PDM with the latest available software. This software is for vehicles on the RRT VIN List is to improve the function and reliability of the power windows operation.
S21080000912023-01-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. When The PTO Is Engaged, Engine RPM Will Not Exceed 1100 RPM And The Engine Surges. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P061B ? Internal Control Module Torque Performance, And/Or P064B ? PTO Control Module, Set.
08-234-222023-01-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; STEERING; PARKING BRAKE; WHEELS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION. UAV and UCV Radio Enhancements Customers may experience one or more of the following: ? **Wi-Fi hotspot connection failure. ? Speaker popping, crackle noise during Voice Recognition (VR) response and navigation guidance. ? Mobile Station Integrated Services Digital Network (MSISDN) missing from radio, no connected services working.** ? Lost radio presets. ? SXM favorite song not displaying/playing. ? Incorrect navigation address/location/directions. ? Lost navigation settings. ? SXM icon inoperative (D-Truck). ? Radio display screen is black when the ignition is on (Rear View Camera (RVC) not affected (D-Truck)). ? Radio freeze intermittent (RVC not affected (D-Truck)). ? Wireless connectivity pair or connection issue (D-Truck). ? Radio channel changes by itself (D-Truck). ? Backup camera has black display screen, or Only displays Check Entire Surroundings with black screen (occurs when vehicle is shifted immediately to reverse upon key-on before RVC signal is received, recoverable with key cycle) (D-Truck). ? High pitch chime noise (D-Truck). ? Contact list not loading (D-Truck). ? ?Device Not Supported? message (D-Truck). ? Remote app inoperative (D-Truck). ? Travel-Link fuel price incorrect (D-Truck). ? Backup camera gridlines missing (D-Truck). ? Unable to adjust volume (D-Truck). ? Radio may reset/reboots, turn itself off and then back on again (D-Truck). ? High pitch squeal, pop or humming sound coming from all of the speakers (WK RU Only). ? Radio display screen is black, intermittent (RVC not affected (WK RU Only)). ? Radio freeze intermittent (RVC not affected (WK RU Only)). ? Navigation stuck on loading screen or not appearing at all (WK RU Only). ? Radios resets when a wireless connectivity paired phone receives two text messages one after another simultaneously after approximately seven seconds. (ABD sales code). ? Speaker crackling noise on non amplified vehicles (WK RU, UAV Only). ? Active cal
S2008000186REVA2023-01-09. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Engine Control Module (ECM) Flash Failure, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U1601 ? ECU Application Software Code 1 Missing Or Corrupted
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.
S22080000112023-01-09. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ACCESSORY; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:WIRELESS CHARGER/CRADLE. Wireless Qi Charger Not Charging
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
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.
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
S20080001722022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Radio Screen Flickering When Using Apple CarPlay Or Android Auto.
S20080001512022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Outside Air Temperature Displayed On Cluster Or Radio Are Inaccurate
21021222022-10-17. 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.
S20080000892022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. SGW (Security Gateway Module) Setting DTC B235A-00 ECU In-Plant- Mode

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