2021 Ram 1500 transmission problems

The 2021 Ram 1500 has 95 transmission complaints filed with NHTSA — 9% of the year's total, and up sharply from the prior model year.

Transmission complaints

Share of year

Crash-involved

Related recalls

Transmission complaints by year

1500 transmission complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Related recalls

23V265000TransmissionApril 13, 2023 · 131,700 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 5.7L eTorque engines. The powertrain control module software may cause an incorrect fuel mixture condition in the engine, and result in an engine stall.

Consequence

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module calibration software, 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 37A.

What owners report

“The contact owns a 2021 RAM 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the traction contract warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering and the service brakes did not function as intended. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed, however, the…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · November 29, 2024 · crash

Common questions

How many transmission complaints does the 2021 Ram 1500 have?

NHTSA has 95 complaints about the 2021 Ram 1500 transmission — 9% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2021 Ram 1500 transmission?

Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year is tied to the transmission: 23V265000.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.