CarRecallWatchThe 2020 RAM 1500 has 14 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 641 complaints with NHTSA, including 24 crashes, 6 fires, 15 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (164 reports).
2020 RAM 1500 recalls
Rear Seat Belt Buckle May Not Be Secured in a Crash
Some 2019-2026 Ram 1500 trucks may have the second-row center and left-side seat belt buckle anchors installed improperly.
Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash
Some 2019-2024 Ram 1500 trucks may have a driver's side air bag that is not connected properly.
Driver Mirror Glass May Detach, Reducing Rear Visibility
The driver's side heated trailer tow rearview mirror on certain Ram 1500 trucks may have mirror glass that detaches.
Tailgate May Open While Driving, Spilling Cargo
The tailgate on certain Ram pickups may not latch properly because the tailgate strikers are misaligned with the box latch.
Fuel pump may fail and stall the engine, raising crash risk
Certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 1500 vehicles and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with the 3.0L diesel engine may have a high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) that can fail.
Rearview Camera May Not Display Image, Raising Crash Risk
A software error in the radio can prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the display.
Curtain Air Bag Inflator May Fail and Injure Occupants
Certain Ram pickups have a side curtain air bag inflator whose end cap can detach, or whose inflator housing can rupture.
Driver Mirror Glass Can Detach, Reducing Rear Visibility
The driver side exterior mirror glass on certain 2020 Ram 1500 and 2500 trucks can come loose from its backing plate.
Front Seat Belts May Not Slow Occupants in a Crash
Certain front seat belt retractors may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after the belt locks.
Rearview Camera Image May Stay On After Reverse
A software error can cause the rearview camera image to stay on the radio display after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse.
Floormat Can Stop Accelerator Pedal From Returning
On certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500 trucks with adjustable pedals, the driver's floormat can get in the way of the accelerator pedal in some pedal positions.
Side Curtain Airbags May Not Inflate Properly in a Crash
Some 2020 Ram ProMaster vans and 1500 pickups may have a side curtain airbag whose diffuser was improperly crimped.
Loose Wiper Arms May Reduce Driver Visibility
Certain 2019-2020 Jeep Compass and Ram 1500 vehicles may have a windshield wiper arm, or arms, that can loosen.
Air Bags and Seat Belt Pretensioners May Shut Off
Certain 2019 and 2020 Ram 1500 trucks may have a corrupted memory in the Occupant Restraint Controller, the module that manages the air bags and seat belt pretensioners.
Most common 2020 RAM 1500 problems
Problem areas named in the 641 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 164 |
| Engine | 155 |
| Unknown Or Other | 112 |
| Steering | 65 |
| Power Train | 63 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 53 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 46 |
| Structure | 44 |
| Service Brakes | 40 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 27 |
What owners report
I am reporting a serious safety concern involving our 2020 Ram 1500 Rebel. The vehicle has experienced repeated incidents of unintended acceleration, where it accelerates without the driver pressing the accelerator pedal. This problem has occurred on multiple occasions and presents a significant risk to the driver, passengers, and other motorists. The vehicle previously displayed diagnostic trouble code P2138, which relates to the accelerator pedal position sensor circuits. We are concerned that this may indicate a malfunction involving the electronic throttle control or accelerator pedal system, although the exact cause has not been confirmed. The issue has now occurred again, raising ser
The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving on the freeway at approximately 65 MPH, the turn signals activated without driver input and would not turn off. Additionally, an unidentified audible alert sounded during the failure. The failure recurred multiple times. The contact researched the failure and identified similar complaints involving other 2020 Ram 1500 vehicles. A local dealer was contacted and informed the contact no recalls applied to the vehicle, while advising of diagnostic fees. The failure mileage was approximately 61,000.
My tire pressure sensor system came on in my dash. Driver front wheel was not registering. Took vehicle to local Goodyear dealer to have checked. They said they were reading all the sensors in all 4 tires and they said the problem was in the sensors in my vehicle. Is this the same problem that is happening to the 2026 models. 09
The HVAC heater core assembly failed internally. The machic mentioned that this componet is "going out" in these vehicals. He refered me to the dealership. This should be a recall. I was put at severe risk because the the vehicle had a sudden, severe loss of forward visibility while in motion. The failure caused an oily, chemical mist of ethylene glycol coolant to spray out of the defroster vents directly onto the windshield. This film could not be cleared by windshield wipers or standard defogging functions or whiping the windshield internally. It smeared across the glass, causing catastrophic blinding glare from oncoming headlights and traffic, creating an immediate and extreme risk of a
On August 11, 2026, following substantial rain, the engine unexpectedly stalled three times while the vehicle was being driven. The most serious occurrence happened at approximately 70 mph in heavy highway traffic. The engine stopped and gauges dropped to zero, while electrical accessories and infotainment remained powered. The vehicle restarted immediately but would stall again if shifted out of park. This occurred several times before staying on. No check engine light appeared at any point indicating an issue. Other stalls occurred at lower speeds. I subsequently discovered significant recurring water intrusion into the rear cab. Water visibly drips from both upper corners of the rear-win
2020 RAM 1500 questions
Does the 2020 RAM 1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2020 RAM 1500: Rear Seat Belt Buckle May Not Be Secured in a Crash; Driver's Air Bag May Not Deploy Properly in a Crash; Driver Mirror Glass May Detach, Reducing Rear Visibility; Tailgate May Open While Driving, Spilling Cargo; Fuel pump may fail and stall the engine, raising crash risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 RAM 1500?
Based on 641 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (164), Engine (155), Unknown Or Other (112).
How do I check if a recall on my 2020 RAM 1500 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.