CarRecallWatchThe 2021 RAM 2500 has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 109 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 8 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (35 reports).
2021 RAM 2500 recalls
Driver Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash
Certain 2021-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks have a steering column control module that may keep the driver's side air bag from deploying as intended.
Heater Grid Relay Can Short and Cause Engine Fire
A short circuit may develop in the heater grid relay of certain Ram heavy-duty trucks with the Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine.
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.
Transmission fluid leak can cause engine fire risk
Some Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks may build up pressure and heat inside the automatic transmission.
Stability warning light may not come on when needed
Certain Ram 2500 and 3500 cab chassis trucks from 2019 to 2022, and Dodge Durango SUVs from 2021 to 2022, have an anti-lock brake control module whose software can keep the electronic stability control (ESC) warning light from turning on during some conditions.
Curtain Air Bags May Deploy Improperly
Certain 2021-2022 Ram pickup trucks may have side curtain air bags (SABIC assemblies) that were built with the wrong amount of compressed gas.
Electrical Short Can Cause Fire, Even With Engine Off
Certain heavy-duty Ram pickups and cab chassis vehicles with the Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine may have an electrical short in the Solid State Intake Heater Grid Relay.
Electrical short can cause fire in diesel engine heater relay
Certain diesel-powered cab chassis trucks may develop an electrical short in the solid state intake heater grid relay.
Most common 2021 RAM 2500 problems
Problem areas named in the 109 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 35 |
| Engine | 26 |
| Power Train | 25 |
| Structure | 12 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 8 |
| Unknown Or Other | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Steering | 5 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Seat Belts | 4 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2021 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera was inoperable. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that only three parts could be ordered monthly, and the contact was placed on a waiting list. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.
ABS/Forward Collision/Traction Control/4WD/Cruise Control warning lights on. Braking is inconsistent. Sometimes hard to brake, sometimes brake pedal is real spongy and will go almost to floor.
I am writing to formally follow up regarding complaint/case number 97989810 through Dodge and to request that this matter be elevated for a complete technical review concerning my 2021 Ram 2500 6.7L Cummins, VIN [XXX]. Time - Line PRIOR FACTORY-WARRANTY REPAIR The XXX factory-warranty repair is an important part of this vehicle's mechanical history. That repair involved the timing-cover/timing-gear-case area and front crankshaft seal. As part of that repair, the harmonic balancer/vibration damper was removed and reinstalled. Approximately 26,000 miles later, the vehicle experienced a failure involving the vibration damper and its associated mounting bolts. +++ Vehicle receipt will be atta
There is a known issue with the Ram Power Wagon locking differential system where the electronic locking differential wiring harness will fault one of three ways. The first being that the wiring harness is two short so when the rear axle articulates there isn't enough slack therefore causing the plug in the diff housing to fail. The second is that sensor inside the housing faults due to gear oil build up on the sensor. Finally the third if the locker wiring inside the housing wears out causes the locker to fault. Any of these three issues causes a "Service Axle Locker System" and prevents the front and rear lockers to be used indefinitely. This can cause the truck to become stuck during off
The contact owns a 2021 Ram ProMaster 2500. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V720000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the repair might take 2 or 3 days to be completed. The dealer was only able to pay for a rental vehicle for two days. The contact stated that 5 days later, the dealer was still waiting on parts from the manufacturer to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufac
2021 RAM 2500 questions
Does the 2021 RAM 2500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2021 RAM 2500: Driver Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Heater Grid Relay Can Short and Cause Engine Fire; Tailgate May Open While Driving, Spilling Cargo; Transmission fluid leak can cause engine fire risk; Stability warning light may not come on when needed. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 RAM 2500?
Based on 109 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (35), Engine (26), Power Train (25).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 RAM 2500 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.