2020 RAM 4500 recalls
9 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 2020 RAM 4500. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
Units are totals reported across campaigns mentioning this model — NHTSA does not always break unit counts down by model.
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- Oct 11, 2022Crash risk2019–2020 RAM 4500, 2019–2020 RAM 5500 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. 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."
22V759000 · 27K units · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Jan 27, 2022Crash risk2019–2020 RAM 2500, 2019–2020 RAM 3500, 2019–2020 RAM 4500 and 1 other model — Visibility
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 vehicles, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, 5500 Cab Chassis and 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs. The windshield wiper arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to function improperly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.
22V035000 · 172K units · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Nov 12, 2021Crash risk2019–2020 RAM 2500, 2019–2020 RAM 3500, 2019–2020 RAM 4500 and 1 other model — Fuel System, Diesel
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500, 3500 pickup trucks, and Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines. The High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) may fail, resulting in a sudden engine stall without warning.
21V880000 · 222K units · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Jun 10, 2021Fire risk2019–2020 RAM 3500, 2019–2020 RAM 4500, 2019–2020 RAM 5500 — Engine and Engine Cooling
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with a Cummins 6.7L High Output engine. The engine calibration software may not warn about low oil volume.
21V439000 · 32K units · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- May 27, 2021Crash risk2012 Dodge Ram 3500, 2012 Dodge Ram 4500, 2012 Dodge Ram 5500 and 3 other models — Wheels
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. 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.
21V398000 · 448K units · Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
- Jan 26, 2021Crash risk2019–2020 RAM 4500, 2019–2020 RAM 5500 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Excellance, Inc (Excellance) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Excellance-modified RAM 4500/5500 vehicles to be equipped with CLASS Suspension Systems. 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.
21V023000 · 4 units · Excellance, Inc
- Jan 20, 2021Crash risk2020 RAM 4500, 2020 RAM 5500 — Service Brakes
Custom Truck And Body Works is recalling certain 2020 Dodge 4500 and 5500 vehicles. 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.
21V016000 · 6 units · Custom Truck And Body Works
- Jan 13, 2021Crash risk2019–2020 RAM 4500, 2019–2020 RAM 5500 — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Braun Northwest (Braun Northwest) is recalling certain 2019-2020 RAM 4500/5500 vehicles equipped with Liquid Spring rear suspension systems. 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.
21V008000 · 23 units · Braun Northwest
- Aug 27, 2020Fire risk2019–2020 RAM 3500, 2019–2020 RAM 4500, 2019–2020 RAM 5500 — Engine and Engine Cooling
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis built with a Cummins 6.7L 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. This can result in engine damage and connecting rod failure, which could potentially puncture the engine block.
20V511000 · 32K units · Chrysler (FCA US LLC)