2021 RAM 4500 Complaints and Recall Information

The 2021 RAM 4500 has 0 complaints and 6 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to electrical system components and wheel lug nuts based on recall data.

There are six recalls involving various vehicle systems, mainly focusing on electrical system wiring and wheel components. The recalls address fire risks due to electrical shorts and the potential for wheel separation due to improper lug nut torque specifications.

• Heater grid relay electrical short. NHTSA Recall 23V060000 affects 302,067 vehicles. An electrical short in the heater grid relay may cause an engine compartment fire with the ignition on or off. Owners are advised to park outside away from structures until dealers replace the faulty relay at no cost. This is a phased campaign covering 2021 to 2023 models.
• Relay fire risk expansion. Recall 21V798000 involves 131,177 vehicles. An electrical short in the relay can cause a vehicle fire with ignition on or off. Owners must park outside and away from others until inspection and relay replacement. This recall was superseded by 23V060000.
• Intake heater grid relay short. Recall 21V163000 affects 19,214 vehicles. An electrical short in the intake heater relay could start a fire. Dealers inspect and replace the relay if needed and apply insulating material if an earlier recall is open. Owners must avoid parking inside or near other vehicles. This recall is superseded by 21V798000.
• Wheel lug nut torque issue. Recall 21V398000 impacts 447,985 vehicles. Incorrect lug nut torque information causes over-tightening, potentially breaking wheel studs and leading to wheel separation. Dealers update owners’ manuals and inspect or replace studs free of charge.

Owners dealing with multiple repairs or unresolved recall matters on the 2021 RAM 4500 may have rights under their state lemon law. Consulting an attorney specializing in consumer and vehicle protection law could help clarify available remedies.