CarRecallWatchThe 2021 RAM 4500 has 5 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
2021 RAM 4500 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.
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.
Wrong lug nut torque spec can break wheel studs
Some RAM 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks and cab chassis were built with incorrect torque information in the Service and Owner's Manuals.
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.
2021 RAM 4500 questions
Does the 2021 RAM 4500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2021 RAM 4500: Driver Airbag May Not Deploy in a Crash; Heater Grid Relay Can Short and Cause Engine Fire; Electrical Short Can Cause Fire, Even With Engine Off; Wrong lug nut torque spec can break wheel studs; Electrical short can cause fire in diesel engine heater relay. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 RAM 4500 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.