2020 Ram 2500 transmission & drivetrain problems

Related recalls

• Recall 22V835000Nov 10, 2022250,079 vehicles
  POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

  FCA US, LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 2500 and 2020-2022 Ram 3500 vehicles. A build-up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.

  Risk: Leaking transmission fluid may contact an ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the transmission dipstick and transmission vent assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is ZA3.

• Recall 20V043000Jan 24, 202087,431 vehicles
  POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and 3500 Pickup vehicles equipped with six-speed automatic (68RFE) transmissions. A build up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.

  Risk: The leaking transmission fluid may contact the turbocharger or another ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission valve body separator plate and reprogram the powertrain control module. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W03.

What owners say

1. Filed Dec 8, 202541,000 miCATowedBrakesTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2020 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, traffic started to slow down, and the vehicle failed to stop as intended while depressing the brake pedal. The contact depressed the brake pedal again, and the vehicle abruptly stopped and veered to the left. The contact was able regain control of the vehicle and pulled over to the shoulder. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the ABS, 4x4, and brakes warning…

   NHTSA complaint #11703837 · source
2. Filed Jan 15, 2024NYTransmission & Drivetrain

   While driving around 40mph the vehicle shifted from D to P by itself and the 4 way flashers turned on. I immediately turned the knob back to D and it corrected itself and went back to normal operation.

   NHTSA complaint #11565555 · source
3. Filed Dec 28, 2023TNElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   Transmission dipstick threw out of the truck while moving and causes transmission fluid to spray out and now the truck will not move. It’s throwing 2 codes for the 3rd and 5th gears malfunctioning. There is a recall on the transmission we were not notified about until we called the dealership to explain what happened.

   NHTSA complaint #11562426 · source
4. Filed Jul 20, 2023CATransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2022 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V835000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

   NHTSA complaint #11533461 · source
5. Filed Jul 10, 20235,000 miCAFireTowedTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owned a 2020 Ram 2500. The contact stated while her employee was driving up a low-grade inclined road, and towing a light trailer at approximately 35 MPH, he had noticed white smoke issuing from under the hood. The contact stated the driver had not noticed any warning lights. The contact stated that her employee stopped the vehicle and as soon as he had exited the vehicle had burst into flames, which started under the hood and then ignited the passenger cab in a…

   NHTSA complaint #11531450 · source
6. Filed Jun 8, 2023CATransmission & Drivetrain

   At around 16000 miles the transmission began to slip and catch aggressively. RMPs would raise up to around 3000 before it slams into the next gear. Dealership stated they ran a computerized test and found no issues.

   NHTSA complaint #11526133 · source
7. Filed Apr 19, 2023CATransmission & Drivetrain

   Randomly (maybe twice a month) when I am stopped at a light (vehicle in drive with brake on) my truck will suddenly surge forward. The dash will say "Shift to park to start", but the truck is already started and running with brake only on. It would be possible to hit someone or something if the brake isn't fully down. I have notified the dealership and they state "NO PROBLEM FOUND AT THIS TIME" when I had it in for service. They are saying I would need to leave my vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11517940 · source
8. Filed Jan 27, 202317,500 miMTEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

   The contact owns a 2020 Ram 2500. The contact stated the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the ECU system was reset. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V835000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not…

   NHTSA complaint #11503977 · source
9. Filed Jan 18, 2023TXFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

   I have had this recall since November of 2021.Been to Dealer here odessa tx 5 or 6 times . Had three month appointment prior to this last time I took it in. Drop it off /December 5 2022 here it [XXX] picking it an. 18 still nothing they tell me theirs one vehicle in front of me I will be next. To tomorrow I plan on picking it up fix or not......Leary to drive it much on count of this recalls... Please help...... INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT…

   NHTSA complaint #11502519 · source
10. Filed Jan 6, 2023CAFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

    The contact owns a 2020 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 22V835000 (Power Train) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution…

    NHTSA complaint #11500538 · source
11. Filed Nov 28, 2022ARTransmission & Drivetrain

    Went to cross a highway, started accelerating and about halfway across the road, the accelerator acted as if if just stopped working, and almost caused a collision with oncoming traffic. Managed to coast across the road, and get out of harms way. Tried to take off again and got to approximately 20mph and the accelerator stopped working again. Took off again and the truck seemed to be ok, then at random the accelerator would just stop working. Got it back home, until I get…

    NHTSA complaint #11495084 · source
12. Filed Nov 21, 2022FLFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionTransmission & Drivetrain

    The contact owns a 2020 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V835000 (Power Train) and 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted but informed him that parts for both recalls were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact…

    NHTSA complaint #11494367 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology