2020 RAM 3500 vs 2021 RAM 3500
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 RAM 3500 | 2021 RAM 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 112 | 62 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 759 | 582 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported mileage | 25,700 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | RAM 3500 | RAM 3500 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 32 | 4 |
| Engine | 25 | 10 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 17 |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 22 | 1 |
| Power Train | 11 | 11 |
| Wheels | 7 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 5 |
| Structure | 4 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.