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RAM 4500 Recall Statistics

Original analysis of recall history, risk grades, and safety trends.

33
Total Recalls
4.1
Avg per Year Above brand average (2.7)
8
Years Tracked

Recalls by Year

2020
10 A+
2021
5 C+
2022
4 B-
2023
4 B-
2024
2 C
2025
4 B+
2026
4 B
2027
0

Most Common Components

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
11
AIR BAGS
5
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
3
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
3
WHEELS
2
SUSPENSION
2
STEERING
2
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2
VISIBILITY
1
TRAILER HITCHES
1

Most Severe Recalls

Critical

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS — The trailer tow module in your vehicle is a critical part that controls your trailer's lights and brakes. In some 2024-2026 models, this module might not work correctly.

High Priority

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE — The occupant restraint controller module is a critical computer system that controls your air bag and seat belt. In some 2025 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks, this system has…

Critical

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS — The trailer tow module in your vehicle is a critical part that helps control your trailer's lights and brakes. In some 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S and 2025-2026 Ram 1500/2500/3500/45…

Critical

STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE — The steering column control module in your vehicle is like the brain of your steering system. It helps control your turn signals, high beams, and turn signal canceling feature. In …

High Priority

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE — The steering column control module is a critical safety component in your vehicle that ensures your air bag deploys in a crash. In some 2023-2024 models, this module may not be pro…

Best Years (Fewest Recalls)

Worst Years (Most Recalls)

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