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2020 RAM 1500 Classic recalls & complaints

639 owner complaints on file. Recall list must be checked by VIN (see below).
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Source: NHTSA, updated daily. Last checked 2026-10-19. Recalls apply to specific VINs — run your VIN to confirm.

Recalls: check by VIN

NHTSA files recalls for the RAM 1500 Classic under individual trim or body names rather than "1500 Classic", so we can't match them automatically. Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the definitive list. The owner complaints below are matched correctly.

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Owner complaints filed with NHTSA

639complaints
24crashes
6fires
15injuries
1deaths

Most complained-about parts: Engine (165), Electrical system (164), Unknown Or Other (112), Fuel system (76), Steering (65).

Complaints are unverified reports from owners. A pattern (many complaints about the same part) matters more than any single one.

Read recent complaints (8)

10/08/2026 · Wheels / tires
My tire pressure sensor system came on in my dash. Driver front wheel was not registering. Took vehicle to local Goodyear dealer to have checked. They said they were reading all the sensors in all 4 tires and they said the problem was in the sensors in my vehicle. Is this the same problem that is happening to the 2026 models. 09

10/07/2026 · Electrical system
On August 11, 2026, following substantial rain, the engine unexpectedly stalled three times while the vehicle was being driven. The most serious occurrence happened at approximately 70 mph in heavy highway traffic. The engine stopped and gauges dropped to zero, while electrical accessories and infotainment remained powered. The vehicle restarted immediately…

10/07/2026 · Unknown Or Other
The HVAC heater core assembly failed internally. The machic mentioned that this componet is "going out" in these vehicals. He refered me to the dealership. This should be a recall. I was put at severe risk because the the vehicle had a sudden, severe loss of forward visibility while in motion. The failure caused an oily, chemical mist of ethylene glycol c…

10/05/2026 · Steering
The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the messages “Power Steering Unavailable - Service Required”, “Service Air Suspension Immediately”, and “Blind Spot Unavailable” were displayed. The contact stated that after the messages were displayed, excessive force was needed to steer the vehicle. Additionally, t…

10/05/2026 · Steering
The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the steering wheel temporarily seized. The message "Service Power Steering" was displayed. The steering functionality returned and the contact continued driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the electric powe…

10/03/2026 · Airbags
I’m getting a service air bag/disabled, seat belt disconnected and auto park disengaged light on the dash. The lights come on after start up sometimes or randomly while driving, it clears it’s self after a few minutes occasionally and sometimes it doesn’t at all.

10/03/2026 · Steering
The powersteering has just went out teice so far. I know the older year midels had this isse and a recall was issued.

10/01/2026 · Steering
The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the power steering warning light illuminated and the message "Service Power Steering" was displayed. Additionally, the vehicle started making an abnormal sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with power steering control module failure. The contact was info…

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