Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2021 Ram 1500, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Engine276
- Electrical system198
- Unknown or other103
- Power train99
- Fuel/propulsion system69
- Service brakes54
- Forward collision avoidance52
- Steering50
- Structure33
- Vehicle speed control30
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 23 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 149 2021 1500 vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 47 people died inside them, and 19 of the vehicles rolled over. This is a count, not a crash rate: it grows with the number of cars on the road.
NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain)
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2021 Ram 1500 failed the safety check 0.93% of the time — 2% less often than the average 2021 passenger car (0.95%). Median odometer at inspection: 40,621 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
In New Zealand
11 2021 cars are on the New Zealand register; 100% arrived as used imports, 0% were sold new in New Zealand.
NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi, Motor Vehicle Register (March 2026) · CC BY 4.0
Crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-star results for 4 variants; 2 of 4 rated variants score five stars overall. Rollover risk is the estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Variant | Overall | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 2WD | ★★★★★ | 19.8 % |
| 2021 Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★★ | 19.8 % |
| 2021 Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 2WD | ★★★★☆ | 19.8 % |
| 2021 Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | 19.8 % |
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
- Forward collision warning
- Optional
- Lane departure warning
- Optional
- Best overall rating
- 5 / 5
NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), api.nhtsa.gov · US federal work, public domain
Fuel consumption
Official Canadian test results for 15 variants: combined 8.9–19.8 L/100 km (about 12–26 mpg US), CO₂ 238–465 g/km.
| Variant | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 HFE EcoDiesel · Pickup truck: Standard · Diesel | 10.4 | 7.1 | 8.9 |
| 1500 EcoDiesel · Pickup truck: Standard · Diesel | 10.5 | 7.3 | 9.0 |
| 1500 4X4 EcoDiesel · Pickup truck: Standard · Diesel | 11.1 | 8.0 | 9.7 |
| 1500 HFE eTorque · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 11.6 | 9.0 | 10.4 |
| 1500 eTorque · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 11.9 | 9.4 | 10.8 |
| 1500 4X4 eTorque · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 12.1 | 9.7 | 11.0 |
| 1500 Classic · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 13.9 | 9.6 | 11.9 |
| 1500 eTorque · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 14.1 | 10.3 | 12.4 |
| 1500 4X4 eTorque · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 14.0 | 10.7 | 12.5 |
| 1500 Classic 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 14.5 | 10.2 | 12.6 |
| 1500 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 16.2 | 10.5 | 13.6 |
| 1500 Classic · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 15.7 | 11.0 | 13.6 |
| 1500 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 16.1 | 11.0 | 13.8 |
| 1500 Classic 4X4 · Pickup truck: Standard · Regular gasoline | 16.2 | 11.6 | 14.1 |
| 1500 4X4 TRX · Pickup truck: Standard · Premium gasoline | 22.4 | 16.5 | 19.8 |
Litres per 100 km. Natural Resources Canada, Fuel consumption ratings (open.canada.ca) · Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls in Canada
14 Transport Canada recalls for the 2021 Ram 1500.
| 2026371 30 Jul 2026 | Seats And Restraints Issue: On certain trucks, the second-row seat belt anchors may not be properly attached. As a result, the seat belt(s) could detach in a crash. Safety Ris… |
| 2026347 16 Jul 2026 | Visual System Issue: On certain trucks, the passenger-side mirror glass may not be attached properly. As a result, the mirror glass could fall off. Note: This recall only… |
| 2025613 6 Nov 2025 | Airbag Issue: On a small number of vehicles, the steering column control module may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the driver-front airbag may not… |
| 2024596 10 Oct 2024 | Visual System Issue: On certain trucks, the driver's side mirror glass may not be attached properly. As a result, the mirror glass could fall off. Note: This recall only … |
| 2024503 5 Sept 2024 | Brakes Issue: On certain trucks, a software problem could cause the electronic stability control (ESC) system not to work. As a result, the vehicles may not meet cer… |
| 2023221 13 Apr 2023 | Engine Issue: Under certain driving conditions, a problem with the powertrain control module (PCM) could cause the engine to stall. Note: This recall only affects … |
| 2023047 9 Feb 2023 | Visual System Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a trailer reverse steering module (TRSCM), the rearview camera image may not appear on the display when backing-up. C… |
| 2022584 14 Oct 2022 | Engine Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a 3.0 L diesel engine, the high-pressure fuel pump could fail. If this happens, you may notice a change in engine perf… |
| 2022583 14 Oct 2022 | Seats And Restraints Issue: On certain vehicles, there may be a problem with the driver and front passenger seat belt pretensioners. As a result, the seat belt pretensioners may n… |
| 2022476 25 Aug 2022 | Visual System Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a 3.0 L diesel engine, a software problem could cause the radio to reset. If you shift to reverse while the computer … |
| 2021722 24 Nov 2021 | Airbag Issue: On certain trucks, there may be a problem with the side airbag curtain inflators. As a result, the side airbag curtains may not inflate properly in a c… |
| 2021720 23 Nov 2021 | Visual System Issue: On certain vehicles equipped with a trailer reverse steering module (TRSCM), the rearview camera image may not appear on the display when backing-up. C… |
| 2021362 10 Jun 2021 | Other Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the rearview camera image not to appear on the display. Canadian regulations require the rearview i… |
| 2021156 16 Mar 2021 | Brakes Issue: On certain trucks, the brake pedal may be missing a clip to secure it to the master cylinder push rod. As a result, the brake pedal could separate and … |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The second-row center and left-side seat belt buckle anchors may have been improperly installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 4500, and Ram 5500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the driver's side air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The driver's side air bag may not be connected properly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 1500 Classic vehicles equipped with heated trailer tow rearview mirrors. The mirror glass may detach from the driver's side heated trailer tow rearview mirror. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019, 2021-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 5.7L eTorque engines. The powertrain control module software may cause an incorrect fuel mixture condition in the engine, and result in an engine stall.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ram 1500 and 2023 Ram 2500 vehicles. The trailer reverse steering control module (TRSCM) may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and 2021 Ram 1500 Classic pickup trucks. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) assemblies may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in an improper air bag deployment.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. The Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module (TRSCM) may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles. The incorrect-size spare tire may have been installed, which does not match the tire size and inflation pressure information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection And Rims."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a trailer reverse steering module (TRSCM). The rearview camera image may not display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ram 1500 Classic SLT trucks. Certain vehicles were built without the retaining clip that secures the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal, which can cause the brake pedal to separate from the brake system.
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What Ram told its dealers about the 2021 Ram 1500: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011921 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch" |
| 11011774 | Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection |
| 11011751 | "Dual EVAP System Extreme Duty Vapor Canister Filter Kit Customers operating fleet or severe/extreme duty gasoline vehicles in continuous dusty driving conditions can plug the single OE filter system and may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0441 - EVAP Purge System Performance. P062A - Fuel Pump Control Performance. Customers may also experience one or more of the foll |
| 11011701 | ARM Lower Control WHAT: Clunking noise from Front Stabar link to Front Lower Control Arm (FLCA). WHY: The joint is coming loose due to loss of clamp load when there is severe embedment on FLCA mating surface to the stabar link ball stud. We are currently updating the stabar link design and new design will be implemented in March 2025. HOW: If this Front stabar link to FLCA joint torque is under the residual torque of 70Nm, please retorque the joint to this spec of 110 (Min 70-Max 138). Otherwise proceed with regular diagnosis. |
| 11010972 | BUSHING - STABILIZER BAR |
| 11010957 | GLASS - BACKLITE |
| 11010956 | GLASS - BACKLITE |
| 11010511 | Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Service Information. TPM Lamp On. |
| 11010260 | "Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): **P0731 - Gear 1 Shift Incorrect Ratio.** The customer may describe the following: **Severe bump or clunk during high engine rpm and low vehicle speed 1-2 upshift.** Unable to set desired gear manually from the steering wheel controls This bulletin involves reprogramming the TCM with the latest available software." |
| 11010259 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch." |
| 11010205 | Plate - Planetary |
| 11009561 | SWITCH - HEADLAMP |
| 11009027 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch. " |
| 11008913 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch." |
| 11008744 | "Loss of Power in Reverse Customers may comment on one or more of the following: During engine cold start, the vehicle exhibits low torque when shifted into reverse gear. Loss of power in reverse gear. This bulletin provides information regarding the loss of engine torque when performing a cold start and immediately shifting into gear" |
| 11008707 | SWITCH - HEADLAMP |
| 11008436 | Dome Lamp LED And Incandescent Bulb Servicing. |
| 11008257 | CLUSTER - INSTRUMENT PANEL |
| 11008255 | GLASS - BACKLITE |
| 11008251 | MODULE - ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM |
| 11008249 | MODULE - ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM |
| 11008200 | "D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): P0733-00 - Gear 3 Shift Incorrect Ratio. P1DA8-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio Clutch A B or D Defective. P1D92-00 - Incorrect Gear Ratio - Clutch 4 Defective. This bulletin involves replacing the D clutch." |
| 11008149 | Warranty Bulletin D-24-16 (XR1) Urea Delivery Module Select 2019 - 2022 RAM Trucks (DJ/D2/DD/DP) |
| 11008145 | Door Ajar Light On With Door(s) Closed. |
| 11008071 | Tire Pressure Lamp Flashing, No Tire Pressures Displayed, Tire Pressure Module (TPM) System Unavailable Message Displayed on Cluster |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)
NHTSA investigations
High pressure fuel pump failure
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation