Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2024 Ram 5500 failed the safety check 0.06% of the time — 89% less often than the average 2024 passenger car (0.53%). Median odometer at inspection: 1,611 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Recalls in Canada
2 Transport Canada recalls for the 2024 Ram 5500.
| 2024548 15 Aug 2024 | Label Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "N… |
| 2024170 14 Mar 2024 | Airbag Issue: On certain vehicles, the steering column control module may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the driver-front airbag may not inflate i… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. 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 2023 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2023-2024 Ram 2500, 4500/5500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the high beams to activate when the turn signal is used or activate the turn signal when the high beams are used. In addition, the turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
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 2024 Ram 5500: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11011907 | "Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Updates Customers must experience the following: Wired Remote Start Stop (WRSS) feature unable to turn off the engine stop/start with the WRSS button. This bulletin involves updating the RFHM module with the latest available software. " |
| 11011774 | Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection |
| 11011710 | Trailer Tow Pages App Gauges Not Showing Data After Radio Update |
| 11010636 | "Flash: Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Dosing Control Unit (DCU) Update Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): P21C4-00 - Reductant Line Heater Relay Control Circuit High. U11C1-00 - Reductant Control Module Received Implausible Data From ECM/PCM. These DTCs will occur after installation of service DCU 68458603AB. This bulletin involves reprogramming the DCU with the latest available software." |
| 11010511 | Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Service Information. TPM Lamp On. |
| 11009597 | MODULE - ENGINE CONTROLLER |
| 11009561 | SWITCH - HEADLAMP |
| 11008900 | Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor (TTPM) Programming Tips And Operation Information. |
| 11008888 | Open and close rear glass window 2 times and check seal is not hanging or loose |
| 11008707 | SWITCH - HEADLAMP |
| 11008436 | Dome Lamp LED And Incandescent Bulb Servicing. |
| 11007994 | FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-24-16Rev. Announces the addition of the Rear AxleAssembly replacementfor 2019 - 2024 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (DD), RAM 4500/ 5500 Cab Chassis (DP), RAM 3500 Pickup (D2), RAM 2500 Pickup (DJ), RAM 1500 Pickup (DS) and RAM 1500 Pickup (DT)vehicles to the Powertrain Pre-Authorization program to ensure proper repair of Rear AxleAssembly failures and to assist in quality improvements. REV.A |
| 11007993 | WARRANTY BULLETIN D-24-15 announces the addition of the Rear Axle Assembly replacement for 2019 - 2024 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (DD), RAM 4500/ 5500 Cab Chassis (DP), RAM 3500 Pickup (D2), RAM 2500 Pickup (DJ), RAM 1500 Pickup (DS) and RAM 1500 Pickup (DT) vehicles to the Powertrain Pre-Authorization program for all dealers (Base, Plus & Premium) to ensure proper repair of Rear Axle Assembly failures and to assist in quality improvements. REV.A |
| 11007954 | Battery Drain Suspected or "Identified" From USB or Media Hub |
| 11007172 | Horn Sound Is Weak, Off Tone, Or Inoperative. |
| 11006882 | AIR BAG - DRIVER |
| 11006698 | Driver Side Air Vent No Air Flow |
| 11006527 | "Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Updates Customers may experience the following: Wired Remote Start (WRS) feature unable to turn off the engine when using the WRS button. This bulletin involves updating the RFHM module with the latest available software." |
| 11005319 | "Heavy Duty Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve 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): P1404 - EGR Position Sensor Rationality Closed This bulletin involves replacing the EGR valve." |
| 11005229 | Driver Hears Noise, Static or Can Not Hear Phone Caller on Other End |
| 11005199 | CAN Star Block Connector Customer finds MIL light on and technician finds DTC for loss of communication on one or more modules. In repair procedure the dealerships are replacing the CAN star block connector during their root cause process with returned parts showing no trouble found. Here is a list of steps the dealers can follow to determine if they have a defective CAN star block connector using a multimeter: Step 1: Visually review CAN star block for damage and ensure back cover has all locking tabs engaged. If a bent pin, cracked or damaged housing or locking tab is not engaged is observed |
| 11004995 | Satellite Radio Displays Satellite Hardware Error Message |
| 11004948 | Perceived Oil Leak From The Rear Of The Engine |
| 11004151 | Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Functions Do Not Work, Intermittent Vehicle Response When Using the RKE, Key Not Programmed, Adding Remote Start |
| 11003786 | MODULE Steering Control Before replacing the steering column control module (SCCM), please follow these steps: 1.- Make sure all the switches' and airbag's harness are properly connected, disconnect the switches and reconnect them, and reverify the issue. 2.- Pull the SCCM fuse for 60 sec and then reinstall it. 3.- Reverify if Steering wheel switches are inoperative. If there are no DTC's, physical defects, nor switches inop, then SCCM does not need to be replaced. |
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