Ram 1500 · Model year 2021
2021 Ram 1500 specs, maintenance & manuals
Everything the manufacturer published about the 2021 Ram 1500 in one place: the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 14 manufacturer publications, and towing ratings up to 12,750 lb.
- Max towing
- 12,750 lb
- Horsepower
- 260–702 hp
- Combined MPG
- 12–26
- Recalls
- 15
What changed for the 2021 Ram 1500
What the manufacturer's data shows changed on the 2021 Ram 1500 compared with 2020.
- TRX new trim: TRX.
- TRX dropped trims: Tradesman, HFE, Big Horn/Lone Star, Rebel, Laramie and 2 more.
- TRX powertrain no longer listed: 3.6-liter V-6 Pentastar, eight-speed automatic and eTorque, 3.0-liter V-6 EcoDiesel, eight-speed automatic and 5.7-liter V-8 HEMI, eight-speed automatic and eTorque.
- TRX new option packages: Carbon Fiber Package, Interior Color Accent Package, TR Level 1 Equipment Group, TR Level 2 Equipment Group and 7 more.
- TRX packages no longer offered: Body-color Bumper Group, Chrome Appearance Group, Sport Appearance Group, Rebel Black Appearance Package and 17 more.
- New option package: Advanced Technology Group.
- Lane Departure Warning-Plus is now standard on Rebel.
- Newly available: Lane Departure Warning-Plus (Tradesman and Big Horn/Lone Star) and Uconnect 12-in. radio (Big Horn/Lone Star and Rebel).
All the differences we found (1 more highlights plus full equipment lists)
- Body size: width is 82.1 / 88 in. (was 82.1 in.).
Newly standard
- Active Features: Lane Departure Warning-Plus — Rebel
Newly available
- Active Features: Lane Departure Warning-Plus — Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star
- Radios: Uconnect 12-in. radio — Big Horn/Lone Star, Rebel
Listed for the first time on the equipment chart
- Active Features: Head-Up Display — optional: Big Horn/Lone Star, Rebel, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, Limited
- Active Features: Trailer Reverse Steering Control — optional: Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Rebel, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn, Limited
Compared automatically from the manufacturer's trim feature charts, specification sheets, towing guides and the EPA's fuel-economy data for 2020 and 2021. The manufacturer reorganized this year's equipment chart, so features can't be matched line by line with last year's; trims, packages and powertrains above are still compared. Equipment varies by trim and market; confirm details on a specific vehicle.
2021 Ram 1500 specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2021 specification sheets.
General information3 specs
- Vehicle Type
- Quad Cab and Crew Cab: 4x2, 4x4
- Assembly Plant
- Sterling Heights Assembly Plant, Sterling Heights, Michigan
- EPA Vehicle Class
- Standard Pickup
Body/chassis2 specs
- Layout
- 4x2 — Longitudinal, front engine; 4x4 — Longitudinal, front engine, transfer case
- Construction
- 4x2 — Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel pickup box; 4x4 — Ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel pickup box
Engines64 specs
| 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 with eTorque | |
| Type and Description | 60-degree gasoline V-6 with variable valve timing, V-type, liquid-cooled |
| Hybrid Battery | 48-volt, 12-cell lithium-ion, nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) graphite chemistry, .43 kWh |
| Belt-starter Generator | 9kW power, 90 lb.-ft. launch torque |
| Displacement | 220 cu. in. (3,604 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.78 x 3.27 (96.0 x 83.0) |
| Valve System | Chain-driven DOHC, 24 valves and hydraulic end-pivot roller rockers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Aluminum deep-skirt block, aluminum alloy heads |
| Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 |
| Power | 305 hp (224 kW) @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 269 lb.-ft. (364 N•m) @ 4,800 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 6,400 rpm (electronically limited) |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane |
| Oil Capacity | 6.0 quarts (5.7 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.0 quarts (13.25 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Dual three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 20/25 |
| 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6 | |
| Type and Description | 90-degree diesel V-6 |
| Displacement | 182 cu. in. (2,988 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.27 x 3.60 (83 x 92) |
| Valve System | Chain driven DOHC, 24 valves |
| Fuel Injection | Common rail, 29,000 psi (2000 bar), solenoid injectors |
| Construction | Cast-iron block, aluminum alloy heads |
| Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 |
| Power | 260 hp (194 kW) @ 3,600 rpm |
| Torque | 480 lb.-ft. (651 N•m) @ 1,600 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 5,800 rpm |
| Fuel Requirement | Ultra-low sulfur diesel |
| Oil Capacity | 10.5 quarts (7.8 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 12.0 quarts (11.4 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Cooled EGR, oxidation catalyst, diesel particulate filter, SCR with urea injection |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 22/32 |
| 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 | |
| Type and Description | 90-degree gasoline, V-8 with variable cam timing |
| Displacement | 345 cu. in. (5,654 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9) |
| Valve System | Variable-cam timing, pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, hydraulic lifters with roller followers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Power | 395 hp (291 kW) @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 410 lb.-ft. (556 N•m) @ 3,950 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 5,800 rpm |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane — recommended; Unleaded regular, 87 octane — acceptable |
| Oil Capacity | 7.0 quarts (6.6 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.0 quarts (13.33 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 15/22 |
| 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 eTorque | |
| Type and Description | 90-degree gasoline V-8 with variable cam timing |
| Hybrid Battery | 48-volt, 12-cell lithium-ion, nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) graphite chemistry, .43 kWh |
| Belt-starter Generator | 12kW power, 130 lb.-ft. launch torque |
| Displacement | 345 cu. in. (5,654 cu. cm) |
| Bore x Stroke | 3.92 x 3.58 (99.5 x 90.9) |
| Valve System | Variable-cam timing, pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, hydraulic lifters with roller followers |
| Fuel Injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum-alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Power | 395 hp (291 kW) @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 410 lb.-ft. (556 N•m) @ 3,950 rpm |
| Max. Engine Speed | 5,800 rpm |
| Fuel Requirement | Unleaded mid-grade, 89 octane — recommended; Unleaded regular, 87 octane — acceptable |
| Oil Capacity | 7.0 quarts (6.6 liters) |
| Coolant Capacity | 14.0 quarts (13.33 liters) |
| Emission Controls | Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors and internal engine features |
| EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city/hwy) | 17/23 |
Transmission12 specs
| TorqueFlite 850RE eight-speed automatic | TorqueFlite 8HP75 eight-speed automatic | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Standard with 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 | Standard with 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6, 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 and 5.7-liter V-8 with eTorque |
| Description | Adaptive electronic control, automatic or Electronic Range Select (ERS) manual control. Five-clutch-pack design with only two open clutches in any gear. Torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in 1st through 8th gear | Adaptive electronic control, automatic or ERS manual control. Five-clutch-pack design with only two open clutches in any gear. Torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in 1st through 8th gear |
| 1st | 4.71 | 4.71 |
| 2nd | 3.14 | 3.14 |
| 3rd | 2.10 | 2.10 |
| 4th | 1.67 | 1.67 |
| 5th | 1.29 | 1.29 |
| 6th | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| 7th | 0.84 | 0.84 |
| 8th | 0.67 | 0.67 |
| Reverse | 3.30 | 3.30 |
| Axle Ratios | 3.21, 3.55, 3.92 (Rebel only) | 3.21, 3.55 (excluding 5.7-liter HEMI V-8), 3.92 |
Transfer case6 specs
| BW 48-12 part-time | BW 48-11 on-demand | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 4x4 with eTorque, 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6, 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 4x4 and 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with eTorque assist | 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V-6, 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 4x4 and 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 with eTorque assist |
| Shift Mechanism | Electric | Electric |
| Available Speeds | Two-speed | Two-speed |
| Operating Modes | 2WD High; 4WD High, Locked; Neutral; 4WD Low, Locked | 2WD High; 4WD Auto; 4WD High, Locked; Neutral; 4WD Low, Locked |
| Low-range Ratio | 2.64 | 2.64 |
| Center Differential Type | None | None |
Axles3 specs
- Front
- 215mm
- Rear
- 235mm (standard) with available open, limited-slip or electronic-locking differential; 256mm (optional max tow with Dana Super 60 center section)
- Available Ratios
- 3.21, 3.55, 3.92
Electrical system3 specs
- Architecture
- Powernet
- Alternator
- 160-amp, 180-amp, 220-amp (Special Services Package)
- Battery
- Group 94R, low-maintenance H7 730 CCA
Suspension2 specs
- Front
- Upper and lower A-arms, coil springs, twin-tube shock absorbers and stabilizer bar. Optional air suspension replaces twin-tube shock absorbers and progressive rate coil springs
- Rear
- Five-link with track bar, progressive rate coil springs, stabilizer bar, twin-tube shock absorbers, solid axle. Optional air suspension replaces progressive rate coil springs
Brakes5 specs
- Front: Size and Type
- 14.9 x 1.2 (378 x 30) vented disc with 2.2 in. (57 mm) two-piston pin-slider caliper and anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Front: Swept Area
- 493.6 sq.in. (3,184 sq.cm)
- Rear: Size and Type
- 14.8 x 0.87 (375 x 22) disc with 2.2 in. (57 mm) single-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS
- Rear: Swept Area
- 367.6 sq.in. (2,371.9 sq.cm)
- Power-assist
- Dual-rate, tandem diaphragm vacuum
Steering1 spec
- Power assist
- Electric power steering
Air bags2 specs
- Quad Cab
- 6
- Crew Cab
- 6
Cargo box6 specs
| 5ft., 7in. (Crew) | 6ft., 4in. (Regular, Quad or Crew) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAE volume, cu. ft. (cu m) | 53.9 (1.5) | 61.5 (1.7) |
| Length-at-Floor, Tailgate Closed | 67.4 (1,711) | 76.3 (1,937) |
| Cargo Width | 66.4 (1,687) | 66.4 (1,687) |
| Distance Between Wheelhouses | 51.0 (1,295) | 51.0 (1,295) |
| Depth | 21.4 (543) | 21.5 (545) |
| Tailgate Opening Width | 60.0 (1,525) | 60.0 (1,525) |
Exterior dimensionsQuad Cab pickup, 6ft., 4in. boxExterior dimensions: Quad Cab pickup, 6ft., 4in. box6 specs
| 4x2 - 275/55R20 | 4x4 - 275/55R20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 140.5 (3,569) | 140.5 (3,569) |
| Track, Front | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) |
| Track, Rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall Length | 228.9 (5,814) | 228.9 (5,814) |
| Overall Width | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) |
| Overall Height | 77.6 (1,971) | 77.7 (1,973) |
Ground clearanceQuad Cab pickup, 6ft., 4in. boxGround clearance: Quad Cab pickup, 6ft., 4in. box11 specs
| 4x2 - 275/55R20 | 4x4 - 275/55R20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Front Axle | 7.8 (199) | 8.2 (208) |
| Rear Axle | 8.7 (221) | 8.7 (221) |
| Open Tailgate to Ground | 34.6 (979) | 34.4 (875) |
| Pickup Body Height | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) |
| Approach Angle, degrees | 18.1 | 18.9 |
| Departure Angle, degrees | 25.2 | 25.0 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle Without Skid Plate, degrees | 19.5 | 19.9 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle With Skid Plate, degrees | — | 17.8 |
| Ground Clearance Without Skid Plate | 8.4 (213) | 8.7 (221) |
| Ground Clearance With Skid Plate | — | 8.2 (208) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) |
Exterior dimensionsQuad Cab pickup, 6ft., 4in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4 (tire size 275/55R20)Exterior dimensions: Quad Cab pickup, 6ft., 4in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4 (tire size 275/55R20)17 specs
| Entry / exit | Normal ride height | Off road 1 | Off road 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 140.5 (3,569) | 140.5 (3569) | 140.5 (3,569) | 140.5 (3,569) |
| Track, Front | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) |
| Track, Rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall Length | 228.9 (5,814) | 228.9 (5,814) | 228.9 (5,814) | 228.9 (5,814) |
| Overall Width | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) |
| Overall Height | 75.9 (1,927) | 77.7 (1,973) | 78.7 (1,998) | 79.7 (2,025) |
| Front Axle | 8.2 (208) | 8.2 (208) | 8.2 (208) | 8.2 (208) |
| Rear Axle | 8.7 (221) | 8.7 (221) | 8.7 (221) | 8.7 (221) |
| Open Tailgate to Ground | 32.9 (836) | 34.4 (875) | 35.1 (893) | 36.4 (925) |
| Pickup Body Height | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) |
| Approach Angle, degrees | 14.4 | 18.9 | 21.5 | 23.1 |
| Departure Angle, degrees | 22.5 | 25.0 | 25.9 | 27.3 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle Without Skid Plate, degrees | 16.5 | 19.9 | 21.8 | 23.5 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle With Skid Plate, degrees | 14.4 | 17.8 | 19.7 | 21.3 |
| Ground Clearance Without Skid Plate | 6.7 (169) | 8.7 (221) | 9.9 (251) | 10.7 (273) |
| Ground Clearance With Skid Plate | 6.1 (156) | 8.2 (208) | 9.4 (238) | 10.2 (260) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) |
Column headings are the air-suspension modes.
Exterior dimensionsCrew Cab pickup (tire size 275/55R20)Exterior dimensions: Crew Cab pickup (tire size 275/55R20)6 specs
| 4x2 - 5ft., 7in. box | 4x2 - 6ft., 4in. box | 4x4 - 5ft., 7in. box | 4x4 - 6ft., 4in. box | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 144.6 (3,672) | 153.5 (3,898) | 144.6 (3,672) | 153.5 (3,898) |
| Track, Front | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) |
| Track, Rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall Length | 232.9 (5,916) | 241.8 (6,142) | 232.9 (5,916) | 241.8 (6,142) |
| Overall Width | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) |
| Overall Height | 77.5 (1,968) | 77.4 (1,966) | 77.6 (1,971) | 77.5 (1,968) |
Ground clearanceCrew Cab pickup (tire size 275/55R20)Ground clearance: Crew Cab pickup (tire size 275/55R20)11 specs
| 4x2 - 5ft., 7in. box | 4x2 - 6ft., 4in. box | 4x4 - 5ft., 7in. box | 4x4 - 6ft., 4in. box | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Axle | 7.8 (199) | 7.8 (199) | 8.2 (209) | 8.1 (207) |
| Rear Axle | 8.6 (220) | 8.7 (220) | 8.7 (220) | 8.6 (220) |
| Open Tailgate to Ground | 34.5 (877) | 34.4 (875) | 34.3 (872) | 34.3 (871) |
| Pickup Body Height | 21.4 (543) | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (543) | 21.4 (545) |
| Approach Angle, degrees | 18.0 | 18.1 | 19.0 | 18.9 |
| Departure Angle, degrees | 25.1 | 25.0 | 24.9 | 24.9 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle Without Skid Plate, degrees | 19.0 | 18.4 | 19.5 | 18.7 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle With Skid Plate, degrees | — | — | 17.5 | 16.7 |
| Ground Clearance Without Skid Plate | 8.3 (211) | 8.3 (212) | 8.7 (222) | 8.6 (220) |
| Ground Clearance With Skid Plate | — | — | 8.2 (209) | 8.1 (207) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) |
Exterior dimensions34 specs
| Entry / exit | Normal ride height | Off road 1 | Off road 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crew Cab, 5ft., 7in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4 (tire size 275/55R20) | ||||
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 144.6 (3,672) | 144.6 (3,672) | 144.6 (3,672) | 144.6 (3,672) |
| Track, Front | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) |
| Track, Rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall Length | 232.9 (5,916) | 232.9 (5,916) | 232.9 (5,916) | 232.9 (5,916) |
| Overall Width | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) |
| Overall Height | 75.8 (1,926) | 77.6 (1,971) | 78.6 (1,996) | 79.6 (2,023) |
| Front Axle | 8.2 (209) | 8.2 (209) | 8.2 (209) | 8.2 (209) |
| Rear Axle | 8.7 (220) | 8.7 (220) | 8.7 (220) | 8.7 (220) |
| Open Tailgate to Ground | 32.8 (833) | 34.3 (872) | 35.0 (890) | 36.3 (923) |
| Pickup Body Height | 21.4 (543) | 21.4 (543) | 21.4 (543) | 21.4 (543) |
| Approach Angle, degrees | 14.6 | 19.0 | 21.7 | 23.3 |
| Departure Angle, degrees | 22.4 | 24.9 | 25.8 | 27.2 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle Without Skid Plate, degrees | 16.2 | 19.5 | 21.4 | 23.0 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle With Skid Plate, degrees | 14.2 | 17.5 | 19.3 | 21.0 |
| Ground Clearance Without Skid Plate | 6.7 (170) | 8.7 (222) | 9.9 (252) | 10.8 (273) |
| Ground Clearance With Skid Plate | 6.2 (157) | 8.2 (209) | 9.4 (239) | 10.3 (261) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) |
| Crew Cab, 6ft., 4in. box, air suspension, 4x2 and 4x4 (tire size 275/55R20) | ||||
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 153.5 (3,898) | 153.5 (3,898) | 153.5 (3,898) | 153.5 (3,898) |
| Track, Front | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) | 68.5 (1,741) |
| Track, Rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall Length | 241.8 (6,142) | 241.8 (6,142) | 241.8 (6,142) | 241.8 (6,142) |
| Overall Width | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) | 82.1 (2,084) |
| Overall Height | 75.7 (1,922) | 77.5 (1,968) | 78.4 (1,993) | 79.5 (2,019) |
| Front Axle | 8.1 (207) | 8.1 (207) | 8.1 (207) | 8.1 (207) |
| Rear Axle | 8.6 (220) | 8.6 (220) | 8.6 (220) | 8.6 (220) |
| Open Tailgate to Ground | 32.7 (832) | 34.3 (871) | 35.0 (889) | 36.3 (922) |
| Pickup Body Height | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) | 21.4 (545) |
| Approach Angle, degrees | 14.5 | 18.9 | 21.5 | 23.1 |
| Departure Angle, degrees | 22.7 | 24.9 | 25.8 | 27.1 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle Without Skid Plate, degrees | 15.5 | 18.7 | 20.6 | 22.1 |
| Ramp Breakover Angle With Skid Plate, degrees | 13.5 | 16.7 | 18.5 | 20.1 |
| Ground Clearance Without Skid Plate | 6.6 (168) | 8.6 (220) | 9.8 (250) | 10.7 (271) |
| Ground Clearance With Skid Plate | 6.1 (155) | 8.1 (207) | 9.3 (237) | 10.2 (259) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) | 23-gal. (87-liter) (standard); 26-gal. (98-liter) (standard); 33-gal. (125-liter) (optional) |
Column headings are the air-suspension modes.
Interior dimensions11 specs
| Quad Cab | Crew Cab | |
|---|---|---|
| accommodations | ||
| Seating Capacity, F/R | 3/3 | 3/3 |
| front | ||
| Headroom | 40.9 (1,038) | 40.9 (1,038) |
| Legroom | 40.9 (1,040) | 40.9 (1,040) |
| Shoulder Room | 66.0 (1,676) | 66.0 (1,676) |
| Hip Room | 63.4 (1,610) | 63.4 (1,610) |
| Seat Travel | 8.7 (220) | 8.7 (220) |
| Recliner Range (degrees) | Total travel 71 degrees (from full forward); 18 degrees forward (from design); 53 degrees rearward (from design) | Total travel 71 degrees (from full forward); 18 degrees forward (from design); 53 degrees rearward (from design) |
| rear | ||
| Headroom | 39.2 (995) | 39.8 (1,011) |
| Legroom | 35.6 (903) | 45.2 (1,147) |
| Shoulder Room | 65.7 (1,668) | 65.7 (1,670) |
| Hip Room | 63.4 (1,610) | 63.4 (1,611) |
Interior volume2 specs
| Quad Cab | Crew Cab | |
|---|---|---|
| Front – cu. ft. (cu m) | 63.9 (1.8) | 63.9 (1.8) |
| Rear – cu. ft. (cu m) | 53.3 (1.5) | 68.5 (1.9) |
Steering specifications10 specs
| 2WD short bed | 2WD long bed | 4WD short bed | 4WD long bed | 4WD Rebel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quad Cab pickup | |||||
| Wheelbase (nominal; in/mm) | 140.5 / 3,569 | 140.5 / 3,569 | 140.5 / 3,569 | 140.5 / 3,569 | 140.5 / 3,569 |
| Overall Ratio | 16.3:1 | 16.3:1 | 16.3:1 | 16.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Steering Wheel Turns (lock-to-lock) | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.4 |
| 18-in. Tire Turning Diameter (ft. / M)* | 46.2 / 14.1 | 46.2 / 14.1 | 46.2 / 14.1 | 46.2 / 14.1 | 46.2 / 14.1 |
| 20-in. Tire Turning Diameter (ft. / M)* | 45.1 / 13.74 | 45.1 / 13.74 | 45.1 / 13.74 | 45.1 / 13.74 | — |
| Crew Cab pickup | |||||
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 144.6 / 3,672 | 153.5 / 3,898 | 144.6 / 3,572 | 153.5 / 3,898 | 144.6 / 3,572 |
| Overall Ratio | 16.3:1 | 15.5:1 | 16.3:1 | 15.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Steering Wheel Turns (lock-to-lock) | 3.1 | 2.9 | 3.1 | 2.9 | 3.4 |
| 18-in. Tire Turning Diameter (ft. / M)* | 46.2 / 14.08 | 48.7 / 14.84 | 46.2 / 14.08 | 48.7 / 14.84 | 46.2 / 14.1 |
| 20-in. Tire Turning Diameter (ft. / M)* | 46.2 / 14.08 | 48.7 / 14.84 | 46.2 / 14.08 | 48.7 / 14.84 | — |
Curb-to-curb turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; turning diameters and lock-to-lock turns may differ with optional tires and wheels.— not listed or not applicable
Source: 2021 Ram 1500 Specifications (Stellantis media site).
General information3 specs
- Vehicle Type
- Crew Cab: 4x4
- Assembly Plant
- Sterling Heights Assembly Plant, Sterling Heights, Michigan
- EPA Vehicle Class
- Standard Pickup
Body/chassis1 spec
- 4x4 — Longitudinal, front engine, transfer case, ladder-type frame, steel cab, double-wall steel pickup box
Engine6.2-liter HEMI supercharged V-8Engine: 6.2-liter HEMI supercharged V-818 specs
- Type and Description
- 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled
- Displacement
- 376 cu. in. (6,166 cu. cm)
- Bore x Stroke
- 4.09 x 3.58 (103.9 x 90.9)
- Valve System
- Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves with sodium-filled exhaust valves and hollow stem intake valves, 16 conventional hydraulic lifters, all with roller tips
- Fuel Injection
- Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless
- Construction
- Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, aluminum-alloy heads with hemispherical combustion chambers
- Compression Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Power (SAE J2723)
- 702 hp (523 kW) @ 6,100 rpm
- Torque (SAE J2723)
- 650 lb.-ft. (882 Nm) @ 4,800 rpm
- Max. Engine Speed
- 6,200 rpm (electronically limited)
- Fuel Requirement
- Premium 91 octane (R+M)/2 — required
- Oil Capacity
- 7.9 quarts (7.4 liters)
- Coolant Capacity
- 15.0 quarts (14.4 liters)
- Factory Oil Fill
- 0W-40 Pennzoil Ultra synthetic
- Emission Controls
- Dual close-coupled two-way catalytic converters heated wide-range upstream and switching downstream O2 sensors and internal engine features
- Exhaust Type
- Dual 3-in. straight-thru exhaust system with dual 5-in. Black tips
- EPA Fuel Economy mpg (city / hwy / combined)
- 10 city / 14 highway / 12 combined
- Assembly Plant
- Saltillo Engine Plant, Saltillo, Mexico
TransmissionTorqueFlite 8HP95 eight-speed automaticTransmission: TorqueFlite 8HP95 eight-speed automatic14 specs
- Availability
- Standard with 6.2-liter HEMI supercharger V-8
- Description
- Adaptive electronic control with full manual control via gear selector or paddle shifters with six TRX-unique selectable modes: Sport, Snow, Tow, Mud, Baja and Auto (features performance shifting and gear holding feature)
- 1st
- 4.71
- 2nd
- 3.14
- 3rd
- 2.11
- 4th
- 1.67
- 5th
- 1.29
- 6th
- 1.00
- 7th
- 0.84
- 8th
- 0.67
- Reverse
- 3.30
- Final Drive Ratio
- 2.62
- Overall Top Gear
- 1.76
- Axle Ratios
- 3.55
Transfer caseBW 48-13 full-timeTransfer case: BW 48-13 full-time7 specs
- Availability
- 6.2-liter HEMI supercharged V-8 4x4
- Shift Mechanism
- Electric
- Available Speeds
- Two-speed
- Operating Modes
- 4WD Auto, 4WD High, Locked; Neutral; 4WD Low, Locked
- Torque Split, Front/Rear
- Variable – 40/60 Auto, 45/55 Snow, 45/55 Tow, 30/70 Sport, 25/75 Baja, 45/55 Mud/Sand and 50/50 Rock (in 4L)
- Low-range Ratio
- 2.64
- Center Differential Type
- None
Axles3 specs
- Front
- 8.5 (215)
- Rear
- 10.1 (256) Dana 60 with available open, limited slip or electronic locking differential
- Available Ratios
- 3.55
Electrical system3 specs
- Architecture
- Powernet
- Alternator
- 250-amp
- Battery
- H7 AGM 80AH 800CCA
Suspension2 specs
- Front
- Upper and lower A-arms, coil springs, Bilstein e2 Blackhawk active performance shock absorber
- Rear
- Five-link with track bar, coil springs, Bilstein e2 Blackhawk active damping twin-tube performance shock absorbers, solid axle
Brakes5 specs
- Front: Size and Type
- 15 x 1.2 (378 x 30) inverted hat (outboard venting) rotors with 2.2 in. (57 mm) two-piston pin-slider caliper and anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Front: Swept Area
- 493.6 sq.in. (3,184 sq.cm)
- Rear: Size and Type
- 15 x 0.87 (375 x 22) disc with 2.2 in. (57 mm) single-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS
- Rear: Swept Area
- 367.6 sq.in. (2,371.9 sq.cm)
- Power-assist
- Dual-rate, tandem diaphragm vacuum
Steering1 spec
- Power assist
- Electric power steering
Air bags1 spec
- Crew Cab
- 6
Cargo box6 specs
| 5ft., 7in. (Crew) | |
|---|---|
| SAE volume, cu. ft. (cu m) | 53.9 (1.5) |
| Length-at-Floor, Tailgate Closed | 67.4 (1,711) |
| Cargo Width | 66.4 (1,687) |
| Distance Between Wheelhouses | 51.0 (1,295) |
| Depth | 21.4 (543) |
| Tailgate Opening Width | 60.0 (1,525) |
Exterior dimensionsCrew Cab pickup, 5ft., 7in. boxExterior dimensions: Crew Cab pickup, 5ft., 7in. box6 specs
| 4x4 – 325/65/R18 | |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase (nominal) | 145.1 (3685.5) |
| Track, Front | 74.5 (1892.3) |
| Track, Rear | 74.1 (1882.14) |
| Overall Length | 232.9 (5,916) |
| Overall Width | 88 (2,235.2) |
| Overall Height | 80.9 (2054.86) |
Ground clearance8 specs
- Front Axle
- 9.4 (238.8)
- Rear Axle
- 8.0 (203.2)
- Open Tailgate to Ground
- 38.1 (967)
- Approach Angle, degrees
- 30.2
- Departure Angle, degrees
- 23.5
- Ramp Breakover Angle, degrees
- 21.9
- Ground Clearance With Skid Plate
- 11.8 (299.7)
- Fuel Tank Capacity
- 33-gal. (125-liter) (standard)
Interior dimensions11 specs
| accommodations | |
| Seating Capacity, F/R | 2/3 |
| front | |
| Headroom | 40.9 (1,038) |
| Legroom | 40.9 (1,040) |
| Shoulder Room | 66.0 (1,676) |
| Hip Room | 63.4 (1,610) |
| Seat Travel | 8.7 (220) |
| Recliner Range (degrees) | Total travel 71 degrees (from full forward); 18 degrees forward (from design); 53 degrees rearward (from design) |
| rear | |
| Headroom | 39.8 (1,011) |
| Legroom | 45.2 (1,147) |
| Shoulder Room | 65.7 (1,670) |
| Hip Room | 63.4 (1,611) |
Interior volume2 specs
- Front – cu. ft. (cu m)
- 63.9 (1.8)
- Rear – cu. ft. (cu m)
- 68.5 (1.9)
Steering specificationsTRX 4WDSteering specifications: TRX 4WD5 specs
- Wheelbase (nominal)
- 145.1 / 3685.5
- Overall Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Steering Wheel Turns (lock-to-lock)
- 3.1
- 18-in. Wheel Turning Diameter (ft. / M)*
- 48.3 / 14.7
- Curb weight
- 6,350 lbs.
Curb-to-curb turning diameter is measured at the outside of the tires at curb height; turning diameters and lock-to-lock turns may differ with optional tires and wheels.
Source: 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2021 feature availability guide.
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| Feature | Tradesman | HFE | Big Horn/Lone Star | Rebel | Laramie | Laramie Longhorn | Limited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration | |||||||
| Body ModelQuad Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box — 140.5-in. wheelbase (on Rebel models, only available as 4x4) | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Crew Cab 5-ft. 7-in. box — 144.5-in. wheelbase | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Std | Std |
| Crew Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box — 153.5-in. wheelbase | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 4x2 | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Drive4x4 | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Powertrain | |||||||
| Engine / Transmissions3.6‑liter V‑6 Pentastar, eight-speed automatic transmission and eTorque | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| 3.0‑liter V‑6 EcoDiesel, eight-speed automatic transmission | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 5.7‑liter V‑8 HEMI, eight-speed automatic transmission | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| 5.7‑liter V‑8 HEMI, eight-speed automatic transmission and eTorque | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg |
| Mechanical | |||||||
| Rear Axle3.21 axle ratio | Std | Std | Std | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| 3.55 axle ratio | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 3.92 axle ratio | Opt | N/A | Opt | Std | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Max towing 9.75-in. axle with 3.92 axle ratio (included in Max Towing Package) | Pkg | N/A | Pkg | N/A | Pkg | N/A | N/A |
| DifferentialElectronic-locking differential (raised ride height available on all axle ratios; standard ride height available only on 3.92 axle ratio; included with 4x4 Off-road Group) | Opt/Pkg | N/A | Opt/Pkg | Std | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg |
| Anti-spin differential (electronic locking and anti-spin are mutually exclusive) | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Suspension | |||||||
| Active-level four-corner air suspension system (Rebel: optional on 4x4 Crew Cabs with 5.7‑liter only) | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Std |
| Transfer Case | |||||||
| Electronic part-time | Std | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electronic on-demand | N/A | N/A | Std | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Interior | |||||||
| SunroofSingle pane, power-operated (Quad Cab only) | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | N/A | N/A |
| Dual pane, power-operated (Crew Cab only) | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Uconnect Multimedia | |||||||
| RadiosUconnect 5.0 AM/FM/Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio/NAV/HD/CELL | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt/Pkg | Std | Std |
| Uconnect 12-in. radio | N/A | N/A | Opt | Pkg | Opt | Pkg | Pkg |
| Sound System | |||||||
| Base – six-speaker | Std | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Premium – 10-speaker | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium Plus – 19-speaker | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Safety & Security | |||||||
| ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines and center lines | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| CameraSurround View camera (included in Advanced Safety Group), not available with ParkView rear backup camera | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Active FeaturesBlind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path detection | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Pkg | Pkg | Std |
| Forward Collision Mitigation (Adaptive Emergency Braking) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Lane Departure Warning-Plus (included in Advanced Safety Group) | Pkg | N/A | Pkg | Std | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Head‑Up Display (included in Advanced Technology Group) | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Trailer Reverse Steering Control | Pkg | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Parking SensorsParkSense front and rear park assist with automatic reverse stop | N/A | N/A | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Std | Std |
| ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist (included in Advanced Safety Group) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Trailer Brake Controller | |||||||
| Integrated electronic controller (requires Class IV trailer hitch; included with Trailer-tow Mirror and Brake Group) | Opt/Pkg | N/A | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg |
| Appearance Packages | |||||||
Body-color Bumper Groupfront/rear bumpers painted body color | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Chrome Appearance Group (Tradesman) (not available with Monochromatic)chrome front bumpers; chrome rear bumpers; chrome grille surround; 18-in. painted aluminum wheels; 18-in. BSW all-season tires | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Chrome Appearance Group (Laramie) (not available with Monochromatic)monotone paint; body-color wheel flares; chrome daylight opening moldings; chrome front bumper; chrome wheel inserts; chrome wheel-to-wheel side steps | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Sport Appearance Group (Big Horn/Lone Star)monotone paint only; body-color front bumper; body-color rear bumper; body-color grille surround; body-color door handles; body-color mirror caps; 20-in. OWL all-season tires; vinyl/cloth front bucket seats | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Sport Appearance Group (Laramie) (not available with Chrome Appearance Package) — includes monotone paint only; body-color front bumper; body-color rear bumper; body-color grille surround; body-color door handles; body-color mirror caps; sport hood; 20 x 9-in. cast aluminum premium paint/polished/insert wheels; 20-in. OWL all-season tires; leather front bucket seats; optional 22 x 9-in. forged aluminum polished premium paint wheels; optional 22-in. BSW all-season tires (packaged with optional 22-in. wheel) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Rebel Black Appearance Packageblack exterior paint; black R-A-M badging; black brush guard; black 17-in. wheels; all-black interior (red interior optional) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Night Edition Packagemonotone paint only (select colors); body-color front bumper; body-color rear bumper; black badging; black grille and surround; body-color door handles; body-color mirror caps; dark headlight bezel; 20 x 9-in. cast aluminum black wheels (Tradesman and Big Horn); 20-in. OWL all-season tires; 22 x 9-in. forged aluminum black wheels (Laramie); 22-in. BSW all-season tires | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
| Equipment Packages | |||||||
Tradesman Level 1 Equipment Grouppower sliding rear backlight (not available with manual sliding); cloth 40/20/40 bench seat; in-floor storage; carpet floor covering; carpet floor mats; SiriusXM Radio; option: vinyl floor covering | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
North Equipment Group (Crew Cab 4x4 only)Big Horn Level 2 Equipment Group; 4x4 Off-road Group; body-color bumpers, grille and door handles; 4x4 North decal; Mopar all-weather floor mats | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Rebel 12 Equipment GroupUconnect 4C 12-in. touchscreen; 900-watt, 19-speaker Harman Kardon sound system (Crew Cab); Alpine nine-speaker (Quad Cab); leather seating and upgraded interior materials | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Big Horn Level 1 Equipment Groupswitchable rear dome lamp; glove box lamp; upper closed glove box with painted hard door; automatic-dimming interior rearview mirror; exterior power-folding mirrors with signal and puddle lamps; universal garage door opener (not available for international market); 3.5-in. color display; power-adjustable pedals; rear defroster; Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio; driver side sun-visor mirror and light; CD player, single disc, remote; eight-way power driver seat (fore/aft, up/down, cushion tilt, seatback recline); four-way power driver lumbar (fore/aft, up/down); in-floor storage; foam bottle inserts (front doors only); Class IV hitch receiver; BIG HORN badge on instrument panel; LONE STAR badge on instrument panel (Texas market only) | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Big Horn Level 2 Equipment Groupremote start; security alarm; ParkSense front and rear park assist with reverse stop; heated front seats; heated steering wheel; automatic temperature control (two-zone); rear: one 2.5-amp USB port, fully functional; rear: one 2.5-amp USB port, charging only; front seat 115-volt outlet (three-prong), battery-fed; rear seat 115-volt outlet (three-prong), battery-fed; 400W inverter; fully dampened/assisted tailgate; 7-in. programmable cluster display; power sliding rear backlight | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Rebel Level 1 Equipment Groupswitchable rear dome lamp; automatic-dimming interior rearview mirror; exterior power-folding mirrors with signal and puddle lamps; overhead console; universal garage door opener (not available for international market); power-adjustable pedals; heated front seats; heated steering wheel; rear defroster; Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio; driver-side sun visor mirror and light; CD player, single disc, remote; foam bottle inserts (front doors only) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Rebel Level 2 Equipment Groupremote start; keyless entry; security alarm; ParkSense front and rear park assist with reverse stop; automatic temperature control (two-zone); rear: one 2.5-amp USB port, fully functional; rear: one 2.5-amp USB port, charging only; rear seat 115-volt outlet (three-prong), battery-fed; rear under-seat storage (Crew Cab only) | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Laramie Level 1 Equipment Groupautomatic high beams; rain-sensing wipers; passenger auto-dimming mirror; CD player, single disc, remote; Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path detection; foam bottle inserts (front doors only); tailgate ajar warning; power tailgate release; 60/40 stadium-folding bench with manual recline and center 20 percent fold-down console (not available with Quad Cab); ParkSense front and rear park assist with reverse stop | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Laramie Level 2 Equipment GroupUconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio/NAV/HD/CELL; wireless charging pad (available with bucket seats only); Premium Plus sound system; rear seat heat (three adjustment levels each); rear under-seat storage (Crew Cab only) | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Laramie Longhorn Level 1 Equipment Groupwireless charging pad (available with bucket seats only); passenger auto-dimming mirror; Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path detection; power-operated running boards; Uconnect 12-in. radio; rear seat ventilation (three adjustment levels each); Premium Plus sound system | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A |
Limited Level 1 Equipment GroupAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Go and Hold; Forward Collision Mitigation; Lane Departure Warning-Plus; Surround View camera; automatic high-beam headlamps; ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist; Uconnect 12-in. radio; rear seat ventilation (three adjustment levels each); Premium Plus sound system | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt |
| Functional Packages | |||||||
Bed Utility Groupupper adjustable tie downs; bed extender (available with RamBox only); deployable bed step; bed lighting; spray-in bed liner (bed liner standard on Longhorn and Limited) | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Protection Group (4x4 models only)tow hooks; front suspension skid plate; transfer case skid plate; electronic power steering skid plate; fuel tank skid plate | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 4x4 Off-road Group (standard on all 4x2 and 4x4 Rebel models; not available with 4x2 non-Rebel models) — includes tow hooks; front suspension skid plate; transfer case skid plate (on 4x4 models only); electronic power steering skid plate; fuel tank skid plate; rear electronic locking axle; front/rear off-road calibrated shocks; Hill-descent Control; off-road decals (both sides, rear quarter panel, not included with Rebel); all-terrain tires | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Trailer-tow Mirrors and Brake GroupClass IV receiver hitch (included on low-price class only for all markets except Canada); integrated trailer brake controller; 7 x 11-in. power trailer tow mirrors, black (low-price class Quad/Crew Cabs, medium- and unique-price class); 7 x 11-in. power trailer tow mirrors, chrome (high-premium and ultra-price class) | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Max Towing Package (available on 5.7-liter eTorque 4x2 Quad Cab only)max towing 9.75-in. axle with 3.92 axle ratio; rear stabilizer bar; Trailer-tow Mirrors and Brake Group; 18 x 8-in. cast aluminum base wheels; 18-in. OWL on-/off-road tires | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
| Diesel Max Towing Package (available on 3.0‑liter V‑6 EcoDiesel 4x2 Quad Cab only) — includes max towing 9.75-in. axle with 3.92 axle ratio; rear stabilizer bar; Trailer-tow Mirrors and Brake Group; 18 x 8-in. cast aluminum base wheels; 18-in. OWL on-/off-road tires | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Advanced Safety GroupAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Go and Hold; Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path detection; Head-up Display; Lane Departure Warning-Plus; Pedestrian Protection; Surround View camera; SmartBeam headlamps; rain-sensitive wipers; ParkSense Parallel/Perpendicular Park Assist | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Advanced Technology GroupHead-up Display; Digital Rearview Mirror; LED cargo box light | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Rebel Safety GroupAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop, Go and Hold; Forward Collision Mitigation; Lane Departure Warning-Plus; automatic high-beam headlamps | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Tradesman GroupClass IV hitch receiver; spray-in bed liner | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Snow Plow Prep Package (4x4 only; not available on 3.6‑liter with eTorque) — includes 220-amp alternator; truck-side plow wiring harness; rear power-sliding window with defroster | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Premium Lighting GroupBi-LED projector headlamps with signature lighting; LED taillamps with signature lighting; LED fog lamps | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
- The guide prints a dash for features that are not available; those are recorded as NA.
- The Big Horn/Lone Star column covers both trims.
- Package rows list the package contents as printed in the guide.
What each trim adds
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
Rebelover Big Horn/Lone Star+3 standard
- Electronic-locking differential (raised ride height available on all axle ratios; standard ride height available only on 3.92 axle ratio; included with 4x4 Off-road Group)
- Forward Collision Mitigation (Adaptive Emergency Braking)
- Lane Departure Warning-Plus (included in Advanced Safety Group)
Laramieover Rebel+2 standard
- Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio
- Premium – 10-speaker
Laramie Longhornover Laramie+2 standard
- Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio/NAV/HD/CELL
- ParkSense front and rear park assist with automatic reverse stop
Limitedover Laramie Longhorn+2 standard
- Active-level four-corner air suspension system (Rebel: optional on 4x4 Crew Cabs with 5.7-liter only)
- Blind-spot Monitoring with trailer coverage and Rear Cross Path detection
Standard on every trim (3)
- Drive: 4x2
- ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines and center lines
- 26-gallon
Source: 2021 Ram 1500 Feature Availability, 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
2021 Ram 1500 fuel economy (EPA)
The EPA rates the 2021 Ram 1500 at 12–26 MPG combined; the 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo (RWD) is the most efficient and the 6.2L 8-cylinder supercharged (4WD) the thirstiest. Every EPA test configuration is below, from the government's fuel-economy database.
City, highway and combined figures are in MPG (MPGe on electricity).
| Version | Engine | Transmission · drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 15MPG | 22MPG | 17MPG | $4,200 | 514 |
| 1500 HFE 2WD | 3.6L 6-cylinderMild Hybrid; stop-start | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 20MPG | 26MPG | 23MPG | $2,700 | 394 |
| 1500 2WD | 3.6L 6-cylinderMild Hybrid; eTorque; stop-start | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 20MPG | 25MPG | 22MPG | $2,850 | 407 |
| 1500 2WD | 5.7L 8-cylinderMild Hybrid; eTorque; stop-start | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 17MPG | 23MPG | 19MPG | $3,750 | 467 |
| 1500 2WD | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbostop-start | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 22MPG | 32MPG | 26MPG | $3,650 | 390 |
| 1500 HFE 2WD | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo | 8-speed automatic · RWD | 23MPG | 33MPG | 26MPG | $3,650 | 384 |
| 1500 4WD | 5.7L 8-cylinder | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 15MPG | 21MPG | 17MPG | $4,200 | 523 |
| 1500 TRX 4WD | 6.2L 8-cylinder superchargedHellcat engine | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 10MPG | 14MPG | 12MPG | $6,450 | 748 |
| 1500 4WD | 3.6L 6-cylinderMild Hybrid; eTorque; stop-start | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 19MPG | 24MPG | 21MPG | $2,950 | 417 |
| 1500 4WD | 5.7L 8-cylinderMild Hybrid; eTorque; stop-start | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 17MPG | 22MPG | 19MPG | $3,750 | 472 |
| 1500 4WD | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbostop-start | 8-speed automatic · 4WD | 21MPG | 29MPG | 24MPG | $3,950 | 418 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. MPG is miles per gallon (MPGe for electric operation). Plug-in hybrids list gasoline-only MPG with the electric rating underneath. Annual fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year at the EPA's fuel-price assumptions, so yours will differ. Range is total driving range on a full tank or charge.
2021 Ram 1500 wheels & tires
The spec sheet doesn't list tire sizes for this model year; here is what the owner's manual says.
- Cold tire pressure
- Not a single number: the owner's manual refers to the tire and loading placard, which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
- Spare
- Manual describes compact spare, non-matching full-size spare or tire service kit, depending on equipment. The compact and non-matching full-size spares have no pressure sensor.
- Lug nut torque
- 130 ft-lb (176 N·m), M14 x 1.50 thread, 22 mm socket
- Pressure monitor
- A tire pressure monitoring system warns when a tire is low.
Sizes and pressures vary by trim, wheel package and load: check the placard on your vehicle and the tire sidewall. Sizes from the manufacturer's specification sheet (2021 Ram 1500 Specifications, 2021 Ram 1500 TRX Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.
2021 Ram 1500 maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first.
Additional Inspections
- Inspect the CV/Universal joints
- Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary
- Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary
Additional Maintenance
- Replace cabin air filter
| Service | 20k2 yr | 30k3 yr | 40k4 yr | 50k5 yr | 60k6 yr | 70k7 yr | 80k8 yr | 90k9 yr | 100k10 yr | 110k11 yr | 120k12 yr | 130k13 yr | 140k14 yr | 150k15 yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV/Universal joints | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the front and rear axle surfacesIf gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. If using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect transfer case fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace cabin air filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air cleaner | ||||||||||||||
| If equipped with Stop/Start, replace accessory drive belt with OEM grade Mopar® belt | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugsThe spark plug change interval is mileage based only; yearly intervals do not apply. | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the transfer case fluid, change for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing | ||||||||||||||
| Change the transfer case fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary | ||||||||||||||
At every oil change
- Change the oil and filter
- Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Inspect the battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
- Inspect the CV/Universal joints
- Inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, and hoses
- Inspect the engine cooling system protection and hoses
- Inspect the exhaust system
- Inspect the engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions, replace the engine air cleaner, as necessary
- Inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary; replacement may be more frequent if vehicle is operated in extreme dusty conditions
2021 Ram 1500 fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| All engines | ||
| Fuel tank (approximate) | 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew/Quad Cab models | 23 gal87 L |
| 1500 Regular Cab Shortbed/Crew/Quad Cab models | 26 gal98 L | |
| 1500 Regular Cab Longbed/Crew/Quad Cab models (optional) | 33 gal121 L | |
| Diesel exhaust fluid tank | Tradesman/Rebel models | 5.14 gal19.5 L |
| All other models | 5.74 gal21.7 L | |
| 3.6L engine | ||
| Engine oil with filter | 5 qt4.7 L | |
| Cooling system | 13.7 qt13 L | |
| Motor generator unit | 1.8 qt1.7 L | |
| 5.7L engine | ||
| Engine oil with filter | 7 qt6.6 L | |
| Cooling system | 18.3 qt17.3 L | |
| 3.0L diesel engine | ||
| Fuel tank (approximate) | Turbo diesel engine | 26 gal98.5 L |
| Engine oil with filter | Turbo diesel engine | 8.5 qt8.0 L |
| Cooling system | Turbo diesel engine | 11.6 qt11 L |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| All engines | ||
| Engine coolant | 10-year/150,000-mile OAT (organic additive technology) coolant | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula OAT |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar engine oil filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirements | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| 3.6L engine | ||
| Engine coolantMotor generator unit (if equipped) | 10-year/150,000-mile OAT (organic additive technology) coolant | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula OAT |
| Engine oil | SAE 0W-20, API certifiedMS-6395 | — |
| 5.7L engine | ||
| Engine oil | SAE 5W-20, API certifiedMS-6395 | — |
| 3.0L diesel engine | ||
| Engine coolantTurbo diesel engine | 10-year/150,000-mile OAT (organic additive technology) coolant | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile (240,000 km) Formula OAT |
| Engine oilTurbo diesel engine | SAE 5W-40 synthetic, API SN category requiredMS-12991 | — |
| Engine oil filterTurbo diesel engine | Mopar engine oil filter | Mopar engine oil filter |
| Fuel filterTurbo diesel engine | Mopar fuel filter, 3 micron rating | Mopar fuel filter |
| Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF)Turbo diesel engine | API-certified DEF meeting ISO 22241 | Mopar Diesel Exhaust Fluid |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission | ZF 8 & 9 speed automatic transmission fluid (ATF), or equivalent | Mopar ZF 8 & 9 Speed ATF |
| Transfer case48-11 active on-demand 2-speed (with 4WD AUTO) | Mobil Fluid LT | — |
| Transfer case48-12 part-time 2-speed (without 4WD AUTO) | Shell Spirax S2 ATF A389 | — |
| Front axle | SAE 75W-85 GL-5 synthetic axle lubricant | Mopar GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant SAE 75W-85 |
| Rear axle3.21/3.55 ratio | SAE 75W-90 synthetic gear lubricantMS-A0160 | Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-90 |
| Rear axle3.92 ratio | SAE 75W-140 synthetic gear lubricantMS-8985 | Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 |
| Rear axleMax Tow 3.92 ratio | SAE 80W-90 axle lubricant | Dana SAE 80W90 Axle Lubricant |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3 brake fluid, SAE J1709 | Mopar DOT 3 Brake Fluid |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 3.6L engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded | Up to 15% (E15) |
| 5.7L engine | 87 octane Unleaded gasoline (89 recommended for best performance and fuel economy (87 acceptable)) | Up to 15% (E15) |
| 3.0L turbo diesel engine | Ultra-low-sulfur diesel | Up to B5 |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque |
|---|---|
| Lug nuts/boltsThread M14 x 1.5022 mm socket | 130 ft‑lb (176 N·m) |
- The first two fuel tank rows share the same label in the manual; they are printed as two separate sizes without further distinction.
- The 5.7L engine accepts 87 to 89 octane; 89 is recommended.
- Replace the diesel fuel filter about every 20,000 miles (32,000 km); every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) in severe use or certain states with fuel cleanliness issues.
- Limited-slip rear axles need 5 oz (148 ml) of Mopar Limited Slip Additive (MS-10111) added to the 3.21/3.55 and 3.92 axle lubricants.
- Use only OAT coolant; no water alone, alcohol-based coolant or added rust inhibitors, and propylene glycol coolant is not recommended.
- Below 20°F (-7°C), use climatized or No. 1 ULSD, or dilute No. 2 with 50% No. 1, to prevent fuel gelling.
Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2021 Ram 1500 recalls & safety
What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2021 Ram 1500: 15 recall campaigns, 687 owner complaints and crash-test ratings. Fetched November 8, 2026.
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 4WD | 19.8% risk | |||
| Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 4WD | 19.8% risk | |||
| Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 2WD | 19.8% risk | |||
| Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 2WD | 19.8% risk |
Stars compare vehicles of similar weight; rollover shows the tested chance of a rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Recalls (15)
Newest first. A campaign covers certain vehicles of this model year, not necessarily every one. To see which apply to a specific vehicle, and whether the fix has been done, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer; repairs are free of charge.
Seat belts: rear/other: anchorageJuly 30, 2026 · Campaign 26V495000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The second-row center and left-side seat belt buckle anchors may have been improperly installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: An improperly installed seat belt buckle anchor may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and attach the seat belt buckle anchor to the body structure as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 67D.
Campaign 26V495000 on NHTSA.govAir bags: frontalNovember 6, 2025 · Campaign 25V765000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 4500, and Ram 5500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the driver's side air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering column control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning December 11, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 14C.
Campaign 25V765000 on NHTSA.govAir bagsMay 8, 2025 · Campaign 25V298000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The driver's side air bag may not be connected properly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers secured the connectors for the air bag, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 08C.
Campaign 25V298000 on NHTSA.govVisibility: rearview mirrors/devicesOctober 10, 2024 · Campaign 24V754000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 1500 Classic vehicles equipped with heated trailer tow rearview mirrors. The mirror glass may detach from the driver's side heated trailer tow rearview mirror. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the mirror glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 5, 2024. Owners may contact FCA Customer Service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 86B.
Campaign 24V754000 on NHTSA.govService brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/moduleSeptember 5, 2024 · Campaign 24V653000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019, 2021-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 10, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 24V653000 on NHTSA.govPower train: automatic transmission: control module (TCM/PCM/TECM)April 13, 2023 · Campaign 23V265000
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.
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Campaign 23V265000 on NHTSA.govShow 9 older recallsHide older recalls
Back over prevention: display functionFebruary 9, 2023 · Campaign 23V059000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ram 1500 and 2023 Ram 2500 vehicles. The trailer reverse steering control module (TRSCM) may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the TRSCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 14A. This recall supersedes and expands previous recall numbers 21V-438 and 21V-918.
Campaign 23V059000 on NHTSA.govStructure: body: tailgate: hinge and attachmentsDecember 8, 2022 · Campaign 22V904000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.
Risk: An unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB8.
Campaign 22V904000 on NHTSA.govFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pumpOctober 13, 2022 · Campaign 22V767000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.
Risk: 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. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is Z96.
Campaign 22V767000 on NHTSA.govBack over prevention: display functionAugust 25, 2022 · Campaign 22V638000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, LLC's number for this recall is Z86.
Campaign 22V638000 on NHTSA.govAir bags: side/window: curtainNovember 24, 2021 · Campaign 21V925000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and 2021 Ram 1500 Classic pickup trucks. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) assemblies may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in an improper air bag deployment.
Risk: An air bag that deploys improperly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 17, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y99.
Campaign 21V925000 on NHTSA.govBack over prevention: display functionNovember 23, 2021 · Campaign 21V918000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. The Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module (TRSCM) may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the TRSCM software. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on January 19, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on February 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y80. This recall was superseded by 23V-059.
Campaign 21V918000 on NHTSA.govTires: temporary/emergency spare tireSeptember 9, 2021 · Campaign 21V698000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles. The incorrect-size spare tire may have been installed, which does not match the tire size and inflation pressure information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection And Rims."
Risk: A driver that relies on the incorrect spare tire inflation pressure on the tire placard label may inflate the spare tire incorrectly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the spare tire assembly, free of charge. The owner notification letter was mailed on September 9, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y62.
Campaign 21V698000 on NHTSA.govBack over prevention: display functionJune 10, 2021 · Campaign 21V438000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a trailer reverse steering module (TRSCM). The rearview camera image may not display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will update the TRSCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA, US, LLC's number for this recall is Y30. This recall was superseded by recall number 21V-918.
Campaign 21V438000 on NHTSA.govService brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinderFebruary 1, 2021 · Campaign 21V037000Do not driveDo not drive
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ram 1500 Classic SLT trucks. Certain vehicles were built without the retaining clip that secures the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal, which can cause the brake pedal to separate from the brake system.
Risk: A separated brake pedal can result in the driver being unable to apply the service brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised to not drive their vehicles until they receive instructions on the inspection and repair, as necessary. FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install the push rod clip, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Campaign 21V037000 on NHTSA.govOwner complaints by component
- Complaints
- 687
- Crashes
- 27
- Fires
- 4
- Injuries
- 23
- Engine277
- Electrical system199
- Unknown or other103
- Power train100
- Service brakes73
- Fuel/propulsion system70
- Forward collision avoidance52
- Steering50
Complaints are reports owners filed with NHTSA; they are not verified and a complaint can name more than one component. A high count reflects how many were sold as much as how often something fails.
Source: NHTSA public data (recalls, complaints and the New Car Assessment Program), covering Ram 1500, Ram 1500 Crew Cab Trx. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.
2021 Ram 1500 owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2021 model year.
Owner's manuals
Quick guides
Uconnect & radio
Supplements
On Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
Salt, snow and hills: the data
The 2021 Ram 1500 against salt, snow and steep grades
We read the 2021 1500 owner data, service schedule and spec sheets with Indiana driving in mind: frozen starts, salted highways, cratered streets and hills. These are the figures worth acting on.
What the manual says about oil
The fluids table calls for SAE 0W-20 (3.6L), SAE 5W-20 (5.7L) and SAE 5W-40 (3.0L turbo diesel) at 5 qt (3.6L), 7 qt (5.7L) and 8.5 qt (3.0L turbo diesel), with synthetic oil in the specification. Synthetic stock copes with both ends of this region's weather, from a subzero start in the Upper Peninsula to a loaded summer climb in the Smokies. Match the exact specification on the filler cap, not just the viscosity.
Starting in single digits
Battery care in this schedule: inspect it and clean and tighten the terminals as required at each oil change, and the spec sheet rates it at 730 cold-cranking amps. A battery that bakes through a Nashville or Memphis summer ages faster, then gets found out by the first hard freeze. Have it load-tested in fall rather than waiting for a slow crank.
Which wheels do the pulling
Factory drive configurations for 2021: rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive. The same trim name can come with more than one drive system, so on a used 1500 confirm it from the window sticker or a VIN decode rather than the badge. In west Michigan, where lake-effect bands can pile up several inches of snow in an hour, driving both axles is what gets a loaded vehicle up an icy driveway.
Boats, campers and Appalachian grades
Regular towing puts the 2021 Ram 1500 on the schedule's trailer rows: axle fluid and transfer case fluid service, first at 30,000 miles. A summer of hauling a boat to Lake Cumberland, Norris Lake or a Lake Michigan launch counts. Maximum trailer weight in the towing chart is 12,750 lb, and only one configuration reaches it. The Great Lakes are fresh water, so a trailer's real corrosion threat here is winter road salt, not the ramp.
Gravel hollow roads and the air filter
The schedule asks for more frequent air-filter attention in dusty conditions, beyond the normal replacement every 30,000 miles. Gravel roads up Appalachian hollows and coal-haul routes in West Virginia and eastern Kentucky qualify, so inspect the filter at each oil change if they are part of your week.
Octane from the owner data
The owner data specifies 87 octane, with 89 recommended. A higher grade than the manual asks for adds cost without benefit, while a lower one than required makes the engine pull back ignition timing, which shows most under load on a long Appalachian climb.
Data behind these notes: owner's manual capacities, the Mopar service schedule and factory spec sheets. Regional advice is general, written for drivers from Indiana to West Virginia.
2021 Ram 1500 questions
How much oil does the 2021 Ram 1500 take?
With a filter change: 3.6L engine, 5 qt / 4.7 L; 5.7L engine, 7 qt / 6.6 L; and 3.0L turbo diesel engine, 8.5 qt / 8.0 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2021 Ram 1500 use?
3.6L engine: SAE 0W-20, API certified (MS-6395); 5.7L engine: SAE 5W-20, API certified (MS-6395); Gasoline engines: Mopar engine oil filter, or one meeting SAE/USCAR-36 filter performance requirements; 3.0L turbo diesel engine: SAE 5W-40 synthetic, API SN category required (MS-12991); and 3.0L turbo diesel engine: Mopar engine oil filter.
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2021 Ram 1500?
At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the cv/universal joints; inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; replace cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2021 Ram 1500 owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
What MPG does the 2021 Ram 1500 get?
The EPA rates the 2021 Ram 1500 at 12–26 MPG combined, depending on the version. 5.7L 8-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 15 city / 22 highway / 17 combined; 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 20 city / 26 highway / 23 combined; 3.6L 6-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 20 city / 25 highway / 22 combined; 5.7L 8-cylinder, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 17 city / 23 highway / 19 combined; 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo, 8-speed automatic, RWD: 22 city / 32 highway / 26 combined. Ratings are the EPA's laboratory figures from fueleconomy.gov; real-world mileage varies with driving, load and weather.
What changed on the 2021 Ram 1500?
TRX new trim: TRX; TRX dropped trims: Tradesman, HFE, Big Horn/Lone Star, Rebel, Laramie and 2 more; TRX powertrain no longer listed: 3.6-liter V-6 Pentastar, eight-speed automatic and eTorque, 3.0-liter V-6 EcoDiesel, eight-speed automatic and 5.7-liter V-8 HEMI, eight-speed automatic and eTorque; TRX new option packages: Carbon Fiber Package, Interior Color Accent Package, TR Level 1 Equipment Group, TR Level 2 Equipment Group and 7 more.
Does the 2021 Ram 1500 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 15 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Ram 1500. The most recent: Seat belts: rear/other (July 2026), Air bags: frontal (November 2025), and Air bags (May 2025). NHTSA's data was last fetched November 8, 2026. Recalls are listed by model year, so a given vehicle may or may not be covered: enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer to see which are open.
What are the most common safety complaints about the 2021 Ram 1500?
Owners have filed 687 complaints about the 2021 Ram 1500 with NHTSA. The components named most often are engine (277), electrical system (199), and unknown or other (103). 27 complaints involved a crash and 4 complaints a fire. Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.
What is the 2021 Ram 1500's NHTSA crash-test rating?
NHTSA's overall 5-Star Safety Rating for the 2021 Ram 1500 is 4 to 5 out of 5 stars depending on the version (Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 4WD: 5, Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 4WD: 4, Ram 1500 Crew PU/CC 2WD: 5, and Ram 1500 Quad PU/EC 2WD: 4). The rating combines frontal, side and rollover tests.
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