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RAM 2500 2018technical service bulletin

Bulletin 21-049-17 · NHTSA communication 10216319 · issued Nov 18, 2017

Technical service bulletin
communication type
Equipment Adaptive/mobility
component
2018
model years
2
vehicle entries

Official summary

Incorrect Transmission Oil Level Indicator This bulletin involves inspecting and replacing the transmission oil level indicator (dipstick) if needed. During a new vehicle preparation, the technician may notice the transmission fluid level is low.

What a TSB means. Technical service bulletins are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free (warranty extensions are an exception worth checking). The full document is available via NHTSA’s vehicle lookup.