Buying a used 2020 RAM 2500? Check these 10 recalls first
The 2020 Ram 2500 has 10 recalls in this group. Transmission fire risk, transmission fluid leakage, and diesel engine stalling stand out, alongside side airbag inflator rupture. Other entries concern accessory bed steps, camera behavior, mirror glass, wipers, warning lights, and tailgates. Its 162 NHTSA owner complaints are unverified reports. Listed areas include 40 fuel/propulsion system, 33 engine, 30 fuel system, and 30 diesel complaints. Documented leak repairs and any history of unexpected stalling are useful inspection priorities.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify transmission fire and fluid leak recall completion; inspect for leakage.
- Check diesel stalling recall applicability and request related repair records.
- Confirm airbag recall completion and inspect mirror glass, wipers, and tailgate.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any RAM dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2020 RAM 2500
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Ram 2500 And 3500 Transmission Fire Risk | Power Train | critical |
| Ram diesel trucks may stall without warning | Fuel System, Diesel | critical |
| Ram 2500 and 3500 Transmission Fluid Leak | Power Train | critical |
| Ram Trucks Side Airbag Inflator Can Rupture | AIR Bags | high |
| Ram 2500 and 3500 accessory bed step may fail | Structure | medium |
| Jeep, Ram and Dodge backup camera image stays on screen | Back Over Prevention | medium |
| Ram 1500, 2500 Driver Mirror Glass May Detach | Visibility | medium |
| Ram Trucks Windshield Wiper Arms May Loosen | Visibility | medium |
| Ram and Durango Stability Warning Light May Fail | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | medium |
| Ram pickup tailgates may open while driving | Structure | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
162 complaints filed for this model year, including 5 mentioning a crash, 4 a fire and 4 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 70 | Yes |
| Engine | 33 | None found |
| Power Train | 20 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 20 | None found |
| Brakes | 14 | Yes |