NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2020 Ram 4500 Safety Record
The 2020 Ram 4500 has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 9 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2020 Ram 4500 has no federal crash test ratings, with NHTSA not having performed any evaluations. This means no overall star rating, nor any frontal, side, or rollover scores are available for this model year. Owners have submitted three unverified complaints to NHTSA. The vehicle is subject to nine recall campaigns, addressing issues that include brake hoses, wiper linkages, the fuel pump, engine lubrication, and wheel hardware.
The 2020 Ram 4500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries a Moderate recall and complaint burden band, and is covered by nine federal recall campaigns according to NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Moderate |
| Recalls on file | 9 |
| Owner complaints | 3 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2020 Ram 4500?
The 2020 Ram 4500 shows a moderate recall and complaint burden, a designation derived from the volume and character of its federal record. There are no crash-test results for this model year. Nine recall campaigns is a meaningful figure for a single model year, and the range of systems touched covers multiple safety-critical areas: braking, visibility, fuel delivery, engine lubrication, and wheel attachment. The wiper linkage recall overlaps with Ram 2500 and 3500 campaigns from the same model years. The Cummins High Output engine oil recall is specific to the heavier cab chassis lineup that includes the 4500. The complaint count of three is low in absolute terms; its concentration in Visibility aligns with the wiper recall already on record. There are no tested sibling years for this model in the data this guide covers, thus no adjacent crash-test reference point is available.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2020 Ram 4500 have any recalls?
The 2020 Ram 4500 is covered by nine recall campaigns. Components addressed include rear brake hoses with a potentially undersized inside diameter, windshield wiper linkages, a diesel fuel pump, engine oil and lubrication on Cummins 6.7L High Output-equipped cab chassis units, and wheel lug hardware where incorrect parts may have been installed. The brake hose and wheel hardware defects are directly relevant to vehicle control and stopping. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive appears in the supplied campaign data, but owners should verify current remedy status by VIN at nhtsa.gov.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS22V759000
Risk: A brake hose rupture can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZA5.
Reported 2022-10-11
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES22V035000
Risk: Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2022. This recall is an expansion of recall number 20V-208. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z08.
Reported 2022-01-27
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP21V880000
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP, update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, and inspect and replace additional fuel system components as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters to inform owners of the safety recall were mailed on January 4, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 17, 2022. Phase 2 owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on Mar
Reported 2021-11-12
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION21V439000
Risk: Low oil can damage the engine, causing an oil leak or a punctured engine block, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will update the engine calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y21.
Reported 2021-06-10
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS21V398000
Risk: Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y36 owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y26 owner notification letters were mailed on Decemb
Reported 2021-05-27
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS21V023000
Risk: A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage which may result in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Excellance will notify owners, and dealers will install a kit to remedy any damage and to prevent any future damage, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Excellance customer service at 1-800-882-9799.
Reported 2021-01-26
SUSPENSION:REAR21V016000
Risk: A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage, which may result in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Custom Truck And Body Works will notify owners, and dealers will repair the affected suspension systems, and rear brake caliper flexible line, free of charge. Owners may contact Custom Truck And Body Works customer service at 1-706-553-9178. Custom Truck And Body Works number for this recall is 20E-031.
Reported 2021-01-20
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS21V008000
Risk: A worn rear brake line may leak fluid, resulting in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Braun Northwest will notify owners, and dealers will install a repair kit to each rear caliper and modify the rear brake caliper flexible line mounting. Any worn rear brake caliper flexible lines will be replaced as needed, free of charge. The recall began June 8, 2020. Owners may contact Braun Northwest customer service at 1-360-748-0195.
Reported 2021-01-13
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION20V511000
Risk: A damaged engine block may leak oil, which can contact hot engine or exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the engine calibration software to enhance the engine warm up protection, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W57.
Reported 2020-08-27
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2020 Ram 4500?
Three unverified owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for the 2020 Ram 4500. The top alleged problem areas are Visibility, which accounts for two of the three reports, followed by the Fuel System and Diesel or Fuel and Propulsion System. These are unverified consumer allegations, not established facts, and no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are recorded among the three reports.
3 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2020 Ram 4500?
Nine recall campaigns have been issued for the 2020 Ram 4500, a significant figure that owners and prospective buyers should note. Verification of completed recall remedies for any specific vehicle can be performed using its VIN on the free lookup tool at nhtsa.gov.
- The 2020 Ram 4500 was not crash-tested by NHTSA; no Safety Index or star ratings exist for this model year, and the absence of a score carries no safety implication in either direction.
- Nine recall campaigns cover this model year, with safety-critical systems affected including rear brake hoses, wiper linkages, diesel fuel pump, engine lubrication on Cummins 6.7L High Output units, and wheel lug hardware.
- Of three unverified owner complaints reported to NHTSA, two involve Visibility and one involves the Fuel System or Fuel and Propulsion System; no crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are recorded in those reports.
- Prospective buyers of a used 2020 Ram 4500 should verify open-recall status by VIN at nhtsa.gov, since remedy completion varies by individual vehicle and not all nine campaigns may have been addressed on any given unit.
FAQ2020 Ram 4500 safety questions
Was the 2020 Ram 4500 crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 9 recalls and 3 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2020 Ram 4500 have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 9 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2020 Ram 4500. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2020 Ram 4500?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 3 owner complaints are on file for the 2020 Ram 4500. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
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- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Ram 4500 2020.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.