2020 Ram 1500 Engine Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are engine problems on the 2020 Ram 1500?
165 owners have reported engine problems on the 2020 Ram 1500, 26% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 10,000–74,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.
165 complaints 26% of all 2020 complaints 49,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (54 of 165). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Engine complaints by the year the problem happened.
Engine complaints by 1500 year
Related recalls
Fuel pump
Can stall0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the HPFP and inspect and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge.
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Other 2020 Ram 1500 problems
Common questions
What are common 2020 Ram 1500 engine problems?
Complaints most often name the manifold / header / muffler / tail pipe and exhaust system.
At what mileage do 2020 Ram 1500 engine problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 10,000–74,000 miles. The middle value is about 49,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2020 Ram 1500 engine problems?
Yes: 22V767000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which 1500 year has the most engine complaints?
The 2015 1500, with 393 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.