Buying a used 2020 RAM 2500? Check these 10 recalls first
The serious items for 2020 repeat the prior year's theme: two recalls for transmission fluid leaking and burning, plus heavy-duty diesels that can stall without warning. Beyond one side curtain airbag inflator recall, the remainder are minor — driver mirror glass, wiper arms, a stability control warning light, the tailgate latch, an accessory bed step and a backup camera image. 162 unverified owner complaints lean toward fuel/propulsion, engine and diesel issues, with four fires reported.
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.
- Ask for proof the transmission fluid leak recalls were done, and inspect that area for weeping.
- On a diesel, confirm the stalling recall was completed and ask if it has ever shut off while driving.
- Check the tailgate latch, wiper arm tightness and driver-side mirror glass — each a separate recall.
- 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 fluid can leak and burn | Power Train | critical |
| Ram Heavy-Duty Diesel Trucks Can Stall Without Warning | Fuel System, Diesel | critical |
| Ram 2500 and 3500 transmission fluid leak fire risk | Power Train | critical |
| Ram trucks: side curtain airbag inflators may rupture | AIR Bags | high |
| Jeep, Ram and Dodge backup camera image stays on screen | Back Over Prevention | medium |
| Ram 1500 and 2500 driver-side mirror glass can fall out | Visibility | medium |
| Ram heavy-duty trucks: windshield wiper arms can come loose | Visibility | medium |
| Ram and Durango stability control warning light may not work | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | medium |
| Ram pickup tailgate may open while you drive | Structure | medium |
| Ram 2500 and 3500 accessory bed step can break | Structure | low |
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 |