2018 Ram 1500 Technical Service Bulletins

498 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 Ram 1500. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10223987Oct 27, 2020Body and structure. Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishingthe suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door, fenders, hinges, swing gates or liftgate panels.
• 10183098Oct 27, 2020Body and structure. Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishingthe suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door, fenders, hinges, swing gates or liftgate panels.
• 10223967Oct 10, 2020Exterior lighting, Engine cooling, Electrical system. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) Update This bulletin involves reprogramming the DTCM with the latest available software. The customer may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set::If the customer has any concerns with the transfer case or if the tech performs any repairs on the…
• 10183078Oct 10, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system, Equipment. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) Update This bulletin involves reprogramming the DTCM with the latest available software. The customer may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set::If the customer has any concerns with the transfer case or if the tech performs any repairs on the…
• 10181560Sep 29, 2020Fuel system. External Fuel Pump Relay Kit Now Available
• 10181577Sep 24, 2020Fuel system. (Revision A): P2463-00-DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER - SOOT ACCUMLATION
• 10181513Sep 23, 2020Fuel system. Power Distribution Center If the PDC is being replaced due to a failed internal fuel pump relay, the relay can now be serviced as a separate component. Please use relay replacement KIT part number: 68510768A$.
• 10181512Sep 23, 2020Fuel system. Intelligent Power Distribution Center If the PDC requires replacement due to a failed internal fuel pump relay, the relay can now be serviced as a separate component. Please use relay replacement KIT part number: 68510768A$.
• 10181511Sep 23, 2020Fuel system. Power Distribution Center If the PDC is being replaced due to a failed internal fuel pump relay, the relay can now be serviced as a separate component. Please use relay replacement KIT part number: 68510768A$.
• 10181622Sep 19, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find oneor more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs):P0133-00 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. P20EE-00 - SCR NOX Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold Bank…
• 10181562Sep 17, 2020Equipment. (Revision A) Chime Stuck On In The Audio System
• 10181558Sep 15, 2020Equipment. Navigation Shows Incorrect Location
• 10181548Sep 9, 2020Electrical system. (Revision A) Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illumination (MIL). Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P203E ? Reductant Level Sensor 1 Circuit Intermittent-Erratic Set.
• 10221843Aug 28, 2020Equipment. Radio UConnect GPS Based Trip Computer Missing
• 10180233Aug 28, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Radio UConnect GPS Based Trip Computer Missing
• 10221888Aug 26, 2020Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs):P0133-00 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. P20EE-00 - SCR NOX Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold Bank…
• 10180278Aug 26, 2020Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs):P0133-00 - O2 Sensor 1/1 Slow Response. P20EE-00 - SCR NOX Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold Bank…
• 10221787Aug 19, 2020Equipment. USB PORT, Media Hub For Android Auto and Apple Carplay issues, do not replace this part. Android Auto and Apple Carplay applications may not operate with the vehicle if an aftermarket cable is being used. Verify the functionality of these applications using an OEM Apple Lightning cable or an OEM provided USB cable for Android phones before performing any additional troubleshooting. For questions regarding Android…
• 10180177Aug 19, 2020Equipment. USB PORT, Media Hub For Android Auto and Apple Carplay issues, do not replace this part. Android Auto and Apple Carplay applications may not operate with the vehicle if an aftermarket cable is being used. Verify the functionality of these applications using an OEM Apple Lightning cable or an OEM provided USB cable for Android phones before performing any additional troubleshooting. For questions regarding Android…
• 10221819Aug 12, 2020Brakes, Engine cooling, Fuel system, Exterior lighting. (Revision A) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P20E8 ? Reductant Pressure Too Low and/or P208B ? Reductant Pump 1 Control Performance Set.
• 10180209Aug 12, 2020Exterior lighting, Engine cooling, Fuel system. (Revision A) Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P20E8 ? Reductant Pressure Too Low and/or P208B ? Reductant Pump 1 Control Performance Set.
• 10221813Aug 1, 2020Other or unknown, Electrical system. No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
• 10180203Aug 1, 2020Engine, Electrical system. No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
• 10229255Jul 22, 2020Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission Oil Pan, Heater (TMU), Tube or O-ring Applies to vehicles equipped with 8 speed transmissions only; if you have a leak that appears to be at the pan the use of proper leak detection is recommended. The fluid in the 8 speeds can be detected with a black light and there are aftermarket spray on leak detection materials to help ensure that the leak is properly diagnosed and not from another location such…
• 10221685Jul 22, 2020Engine cooling, Seats, Transmission and drivetrain, Air bags, Back-over…. Transmission Oil Pan, Heater (TMU), Tube or O-ring Applies to vehicles equipped with 8 speed transmissions only; if you have a leak that appears to be at the pan the use of proper leak detection is recommended. The fluid in the 8 speeds can be detected with a black light and there are aftermarket spray on leak detection materials to help ensure that the leak is properly diagnosed and not from another location such…
• 10178612Jul 22, 2020Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission Oil Pan, Heater (TMU), Tube or O-ring Applies to vehicles equipped with 8 speed transmissions only; if you have a leak that appears to be at the pan the use of proper leak detection is recommended. The fluid in the 8 speeds can be detected with a black light and there are aftermarket spray on leak detection materials to help ensure that the leak is properly diagnosed and not from another location such…
• 10229285Jul 3, 2020Equipment. Apple Carplay Inoperative Or Not Working, Phone Not Pairing, Carplay Lockup, Freeze or Audio Concerns
• 10221715Jul 3, 2020Equipment. Apple Carplay Inoperative Or Not Working, Phone Not Pairing, Carplay Lockup, Freeze or Audio Concerns
• 10178642Jul 3, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Apple Carplay Inoperative Or Not Working, Phone Not Pairing, Carplay Lockup, Freeze or Audio Concerns
• 10229252Jul 1, 2020Electrical system. CONDENSER, Air Conditioning CONDITION 1: If it is determined that the A/C compressor does not engage due to a refrigerant leak at the receiver/drier plug on the A/C condenser, order the receiver/drier plug kit P/N 68447796A$ and follow the repair instructions included on the instruction sheet.
• 10221682Jul 1, 2020Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Electrical system. CONDENSER, Air Conditioning CONDITION 1: If it is determined that the A/C compressor does not engage due to a refrigerant leak at the receiver/drier plug on the A/C condenser, order the receiver/drier plug kit P/N 68447796A$ and follow the repair instructions included on the instruction sheet.
• 10178609Jul 1, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. CONDENSER, Air Conditioning CONDITION 1: If it is determined that the A/C compressor does not engage due to a refrigerant leak at the receiver/drier plug on the A/C condenser, order the receiver/drier plug kit P/N 68447796A$ and follow the repair instructions included on the instruction sheet.
• 10223559Jun 30, 2020Lane departure. Blind Spot Or Park Assist Warnings, False Activation
• 10177504Jun 30, 2020Electrical system. Blind Spot Or Park Assist Warnings, False Activation
• 10223553Jun 20, 2020Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The Passenger Exterior Mirror Does Not Auto Dim
• 10177498Jun 20, 2020Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). The Passenger Exterior Mirror Does Not Auto Dim
• 10223547Jun 17, 2020Equipment. Volume Uncontrollable Or Stuck On High
• 10177492Jun 17, 2020Steering. Volume Uncontrollable Or Stuck On High
• 10223583Jun 13, 2020Engine cooling. Improperly Installed Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve This bulletin involves removing and inspecting the vacuum tube, EGR tube gaskets, tube flange mounting bolts and possibly replacing the EGR tube gaskets and torquing the flange bolts. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)…
• 10177528Jun 13, 2020Equipment, Engine cooling. Improperly Installed Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve This bulletin involves removing and inspecting the vacuum tube, EGR tube gaskets, tube flange mounting bolts and possibly replacing the EGR tube gaskets and torquing the flange bolts. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)…
• 10223535Jun 6, 2020Equipment. Travellink Fuel Prices Are Incorrect
• 10177480Jun 6, 2020Equipment. Travellink Fuel Prices Are Incorrect
• 10223562Jun 3, 2020Engine cooling. Fast Feedback Program - 6.7L Cummins Engine - 2019 & 2020 HD Ram & 6.7L Cummins Diesel Engine Control Module (ECM) - 2018 Ram- All Models (Rev. E)
• 10223525Jun 1, 2020Electrical system. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0407 ? EGR Sensor B Circuit Low, or P0408 ? EGR Sensor B Circuit High Set
• 10176540May 22, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. VP4 Panasonic Radio USB Software Update Error Codes And Guidelines For Recovery
• 10176532May 13, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Chime Stuck On In The Audio System
• 10176531May 12, 2020Fuel system, Equipment, Engine cooling. Oil Leak From The Front Timing Gear Housing Gasket. (Note: ETL, ETK, ETM, ETN Diesel Engines)
• 10176526May 9, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Sound Distortion After FOTA Update Audio Sounds Muffled Has Too Much Bass or Flat Sounding
• 10176524May 7, 2020Equipment, Fuel system, Engine cooling. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P20E8 ? Reductant Pressure Too Low and/or P208B ? Reductant Pump 1 Control Performance Set.
• 10176517May 4, 2020Suspension. Air Suspension Inoperative And Or Compressor Freeze Up Or Sticking In Cold Weather.

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