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.

• 10168387Oct 16, 2019Equipment. BOX, Pickup (assembly) This service part has additional brackets used in manufacturing that will need to be removed by cutting them off prior to installation. This backet is on the front crossmember.
• 10168379Oct 11, 2019Seat belts. SEAT BELT, Front (RT / LT) Prior to replacing this part take pictures of the conector area at the harness and send to [email protected]. Please contact the following to return parts back to the Quality Engineering Center (QEC): [email protected] (248) 202-5341.
• 10168448Oct 10, 2019Engine cooling. GEN-2 and GEN-3 - 3.0L Oil Filter Cartridge Identification Differences This bulletin highlights the design differences in the oil filter cartridges used in the GEN-2, and GEN-3 3.0L diesel. As well as potential issues that can arise should the incorrect filter be used in each application. Although similar in design, the oil filter cartridges used on the GEN-2 and GEN-3 3.0L diesel engines are different in design…
• 10168438Oct 4, 2019Equipment. UAS, UAQ, UCS and UCQ Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software level to:28.3 - WD and WK vehicle with UAQ and UCQ radio. 22.6 - DS, D2, DP, DD, DF and DJ vehicle with UAS, UCQ and UAQ radio. 22.5 - LA, LD and LX vehicle with UAS and UAQ. 21.9 - All other vehicles and radios. Customers may experience one or more of the following:Warning chime will not turn off…
• 10168433Oct 2, 2019Electrical system, Equipment. UAS, UAQ, UCS and UCQ Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and if required, updating the radio software level to:22.6 - DS, D2, DP, DD, DF and DJ vehicle with UAS, UCQ and UAQ radio. 22.5 - LA, LD and LX vehicle with UAS and UAQ. 21.9 - All other vehicles and radios. Customers may experience one or more of the following:Audio Distortion (DS, D2, DP, DD, DF and DJ vehicle with UAS, UCQ and UAQ radio).
• 10166552Aug 28, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Body and structure. GLASS, Backlite, Sliding, Assembly Before replacing this part, please call Lori Millen at (248) 379-1888. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. Please wrap back glass frame assembly in replacement part packing material to prevent twisting during shipping and return assembly to FCA Quality Engineering Center for analysis. If any questions, contact Lori Millen at (248) 379-1888.
• 10166546Aug 28, 2019Electrical system, Engine, Engine cooling. CONDENSER, Air Conditioning 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.
• 10166537Aug 7, 2019Equipment. RADIO [RES] - New and/or Service Exchange For RES radio concerns. Use the wiTECH 2.0 and inspect the radio part number and serial number under the Radio/ECU Details tab. Please verify that the radio part number and/or serial number is not "FFFF". If either field shows "FFFF", please contact Mike Wielgat at 248-576-6696 or Rohan Negandhi at 248-421-9608 If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
• 10162509May 30, 2019Brakes. PadKit- Front Disc Brake
• 10162508May 30, 2019Brakes. PadKit- Front Disc Brake
• 10162513May 29, 2019Equipment. Warranty Operations Newsletter ? Volume 5, Issue 5
• 10162507May 29, 2019Equipment. Actuator-Multiaitr
• 10162506May 29, 2019Equipment. Bin- Storage
• 10162505May 29, 2019Equipment. Mat Kit- Floor Front
• 10162482May 29, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) Please contact Stacey Davis at (248) 260-6078 or [email protected] if the following scenario occurs; The T79 or U11 recall was completed where the shifter inspection was acceptable and the software flash was performed but then the customer comes back needing the BTSI bracket replaced for coming out of park without the brake or key.
• 10162481May 29, 2019Brakes. CALIPER ASSEMBLY, Disc Brake, Front For an issue with drift ONLY when braking, please replace the complete front caliper assemblies including adapters and pads as a unit, unbolting them from the knuckle. Also replace both front rotors, labeling right (RT) and left (LT). Call Mark Randall at (248) 520-3863, if no answer leave a message with last 8 of VIN, dealer code, and mileage. Save the Caliper Assemblies and…
• 10162521May 22, 2019Equipment. Safety Recall V47 / NHTSA 19V-325 Backlite Glass Parts Ordering Information
• 10162504May 22, 2019Equipment, Body and structure. Latch- Front Door
• 10162503May 22, 2019Equipment, Wheels. Molding-Wheel Plane
• 10162502May 22, 2019Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. Power Transfer Unit
• 10162501May 22, 2019Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Body and structure. Run-Front Door Glass
• 10162500May 22, 2019Engine, Equipment. Sensor-nitrous oxlde
• 10162478May 22, 2019Engine cooling. FAN MODULE, Radiator Cooling For radiator fan concerns, please contact Sam Zarnegar at 248-944-5703 prior to replacement. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
• 10162499May 21, 2019Equipment, Engine. Damper-Steering
• 10162498May 20, 2019Equipment, Engine. Head-Cylinder
• 10162497May 20, 2019Engine. Head-Cylinder
• 10162520May 17, 2019Equipment, Engine. Vehicles Eligible For CSN U07 And V08, V11 or V16 Important Update To U07 Dealer Instructions
• 10162496May 17, 2019Fuel system. Tube- Fuel Filler
• 10162495May 16, 2019Equipment, Engine. Engine Oil- OW20
• 10162494May 15, 2019Fuel system. Tube- Fuel Filler
• 10162477May 15, 2019Equipment, Engine. ADAPTER, Engine Oil Filter (Pentastar V6) Engineering is seeking information regarding OFA leaks. Questions/info can be directed to: Bob Jackson (248) 944-0466 - [email protected] Ron Dallison (248-292-9510) [email protected] Joe Lovell (734) 309-6467 - [email protected] If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
• 10162493May 14, 2019Engine. Engine Oil- OW20
• 10162492May 10, 2019Lane departure. Module-Parking Assist
• 10162491May 10, 2019Equipment. Outlet- Air conditioning & heater
• 10162490May 8, 2019Engine cooling. Tailpipe - exhaust
• 10162489May 7, 2019Body and structure. Panel Assembly-Door Trim
• 10162488May 7, 2019Equipment. Power distribution center - intelligent power
• 10162487May 7, 2019Transmission and drivetrain. Transmission ? With Torque Converter
• 10162486May 6, 2019Body and structure. FASCIA - REAR
• 10162511May 1, 2019Equipment. Warranty Operations Newsletter Volume 5, Issue 4
• 10162485May 1, 2019Electrical system. Ash receiver - instrument panel
• 10158631Mar 19, 2019Seats. Common portion of a presentation provided to mutiple OEM customers concerning a potential issue and investigation involving a seat adjustment recliner mechanism.
• 10139588May 31, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. Job aid - If you have a suspected TC shudder/vibration, check the Interactive Network for Service Bulletins for the vehicle you are working on. A test-drive snap shot may help you isolate the source of the issue.
• 10217463Nov 8, 2017Equipment. Radio Pre-Authorization Program - Select 7.0/8.4/8.4N Radios (New and Exchange) - 2018 Model Year Vehicles
• 10217451Nov 8, 2017Brakes. A/C Pressure Transducer A/C inoperative and diagnosis leads to pressure transducer. Call Steve Rice at cell (248) 867-0061 before replacing the pressure transducer. If no response in 15 minutes, please proceed with repair.
• 10216110Nov 8, 2017Equipment, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). A/C Pressure Transducer A/C inoperative and diagnosis leads to pressure transducer. Call Steve Rice at cell (248) 867-0061 before replacing the pressure transducer. If no response in 15 minutes, please proceed with repair.
• 10217446Nov 1, 2017Transmission and drivetrain. Power Distribution Center For 2018 DS, prior to replacing the Power Distribution Center (PDC), you MUST contact the STAR Center (800) 850-7827 for diagnostic assistance and preauthorization. Failure to do so WILL result in your warranty claim being rejected.
• 10216105Nov 1, 2017Electrical system, Equipment. Power Distribution Center For 2018 DS, prior to replacing the Power Distribution Center (PDC), you MUST contact the STAR Center (800) 850-7827 for diagnostic assistance and preauthorization. Failure to do so WILL result in your warranty claim being rejected.
• 10224879Oct 4, 2017Body and structure. Nameplate - Ram 1500 2018 RAM 1500 ONLY; Prior to removing/replacing the RAM 1500 badge on either door, please take a picture of the badge if it is crooked only. Please send the pictures to [email protected].
• 10219830Jun 7, 2017Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform this inspection: Check if float sensor is rotated off location from the bottle anti-rotation features that surround the SENSOR. Check to determine if the issue has been resolved. Continue with repair if necessary. Please contact Chris Koch at cell (248)…

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