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2020 Ram 4500

9 open recalls

Read the first one before you drive it again. Every repair below is free.

Key facts

  • Recall repairs are free by law, however old the vehicle is.
  • You don't need to be the original owner to have it fixed.
  • There is no deadline — an open recall stays open until it's repaired.

Open recalls

Source: NHTSA · synced 29 Jul 2026 13:14
Repair soon Service brakes

A brake hose rupture can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

The rear brake hose inside diameter may be too small, which could cause the hose to rupture. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 106, "Brake Hoses."

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 26,961 vehicles affected Read campaign 22V759000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
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Repair when you can Visibility

Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.

The windshield wiper arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to function improperly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.

What to do: Book it in at your next service. There is no deadline and no charge.

Free repair · 171,789 vehicles affected Read campaign 22V035000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Fuel system

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

7L Turbo Diesel engines. The High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) may fail, resulting in a sudden engine stall without warning.

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 222,410 vehicles affected Read campaign 21V880000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Fire risk Engine and engine cooling

Low oil can damage the engine, causing an oil leak or a punctured engine block, increasing the risk of a fire.

7L High Output engine. The engine calibration software may not warn about low oil volume.

What to do: Park away from buildings and book the repair now.

Free repair · 32,002 vehicles affected Read campaign 21V439000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Wheels

Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 447,985 vehicles affected Read campaign 21V398000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Service brakes

A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage which may result in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

In the affected suspension systems, the rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes.

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 4 vehicles affected Read campaign 21V023000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Service brakes

A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage, which may result in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

In the affected suspension systems, the rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes.

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 6 vehicles affected Read campaign 21V016000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Repair soon Service brakes

A worn rear brake line may leak fluid, resulting in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

In the affected suspension systems, the rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes.

What to do: Book this in with a dealer now. It affects a safety system.

Free repair · 23 vehicles affected Read campaign 21V008000 on NHTSA.gov ↗
Fire risk Engine and engine cooling

A damaged engine block may leak oil, which can contact hot engine or exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.

7L High Output engine. Inadequate warmup protection can cause a lack of oil film on the engine connecting rod bearings while the engine is reaching operating temperature.

What to do: Park away from buildings and book the repair now.

Free repair · 32,318 vehicles affected Read campaign 20V511000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

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