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RAM 1500 warranty claim denied?

2,013 manufacturer communications on file 16 warranty extensions / campaigns 1997–2025 model years covered

If your RAM 1500's warranty claim was just denied, you're not alone — and the dealer's decision may not be the final word. Across model years 1997–2025, manufacturer records filed with NHTSA show 2,013 official communications about this truck, including 16 warranty extensions or service campaigns addressing recurring component issues like urea delivery modules, rear axle assemblies, and back glass water leaks. These documents show that manufacturers themselves have acknowledged certain defects existed and, in some cases, extended coverage beyond the original warranty terms.

A denial at the dealer level is often just the first review, not a final determination. Many owners don't realize that documented service bulletins, extensions, or recall-adjacent notices can directly support a reconsideration request — especially if the denial didn't reference this history.

ClaimRight reviews your specific denial letter, vehicle details, and repair history against the manufacturer's own published bulletins to identify whether documentation exists that could change the outcome. The assessment is free, and there's no cost unless your claim is successfully resolved. It takes a few minutes to find out where you stand.

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What RAM has documented for the 1500

Filed with NHTSA by the manufacturer. Warranty extensions are the strongest signal — the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and extending coverage for it.

2024-09-25 · 100681 Warranty extension
Warranty Bulletin D-24-16 (XR1) Urea Delivery Module – Select 2019 - 2022 RAM Trucks (DJ/D2/DD/DP)
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2024-09-18 · 100595 Warranty extension
WARRANTY BULLETIN D-24-15 announces the addition of the Rear Axle Assembly replacement for 2019 - 2024 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (DD), RAM 4500/ 5500 Cab Chassis (DP), RAM 3500 Pickup (...
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2024-09-18 · 100599 Warranty extension
FCA Caribbean Warranty Bulletin ID-24-16 Rev. Announces the addition of the Rear Axle Assembly replacement for 2019 - 2024 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (DD), RAM 4500/ 5500 Cab Chassis (DP...
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2024-09-03 · 100209 Warranty extension
Warranty Newsletter Volume 10 Issue 8_ID
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2024-08-28 · 100203 Warranty extension
"WARRANTY OPERATIONS NEWSLETTER VOLUME 10, ISSUE 8"
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2024-06-27 · 99040 Warranty extension
Warranty Operations Newsletter – Volume 10, Issue 6
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2024-06-27 · 99043 Warranty extension
FCA Caribbean Warranty Newsletter – Volume 10, Issue 6
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2024-06-05 · 23-042-24 Warranty extension
"Back Glass Water Leak Warranty Extension XL1 The customer may experience one or more of the following: ● A cracked backlite frame Fig. 1 resulting in an interior water leak (crack...
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2023-10-04 · 2309823 Warranty extension
Back Glass Water Leak Warranty Extension XL1 The customer may experience one or more of the following: ? A cracked backlite frame Fig. 1 resulting in an interior water leak (crac...
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2023-06-21 · 2307423 Warranty extension
Water Leak at Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Warranty Extension XG1 Customers may experience one or more of the following: ? Water on the headliner. ? Water at the back of...
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2022-09-22 · 2302922REVA Warranty extension
Active Air Dam Not Functioning - X96 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the active front air dam. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ill...
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2022-07-20 · 2302922 Warranty extension
Active Air Dam Not Functioning - X96 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the active front air dam. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ill...
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2021-08-19 · 14-007-21 Warranty extension
3.0L Diesel Crankshaft Tone Wheel Loss of Signal - X94 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the crankshaft tone wheel. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indic...
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2016-07-14 · 09-010-16 REV. A Warranty extension
Engine Surge Or Hard Start (X63 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves replacing the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve, if code P0404 is set. Customers may experience a...
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2016-07-01 · 09-010-16 Warranty extension
Engine Surge Or Hard Start (X63 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves replacing the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve, if code P0404 is set. Customers may experience a...
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2014-06-10 · 09-002-14 Warranty extension
MIL Illumination: P0300, P0302, P0304 or P0306 (X56 Warranty Extension) This bulletin involves checking for excessive cylinder leakage and replacing the cylinder head if necessar...
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2024-12-14 · 08-256-24
"Cancel Ring Unclipped Customers may experience the following: ● Buzz, squeak or rattle when turning steering wheel. This bulletin involves replacing the Steering Column Control Mo...
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2024-12-14 · 21-039-24 REV. H
"D Clutch Repair Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (D...
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2024-12-13 · S2407000003
Customer Indicates Coolant Is Dripping From Under The Vehicle
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2024-12-12 · 18-088-24
"Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Tr...
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2024-12-11 · S2208000045 REV.B
Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
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2024-12-10 · 9100460
ARM Lower Control WHAT: Clunking noise from Front Stabar link to Front Lower Control Arm (FLCA). WHY: The joint is coming loose due to loss of clamp load when there is severe embed...
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2024-12-08 · S248A000018
Trailer Tow Pages App Gauges Not Showing Data After Radio Update
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2024-12-05 · 25-009-24
"Dual EVAP System Extreme Duty Vapor Canister Filter Kit Customers operating fleet or severe/extreme duty gasoline vehicles in continuous dusty driving conditions can plug the sing...
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2024-12-04 · 18-085-24
"Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers may experience the following: ● Cruise control set speed and actual vehicle speed are offset. This bulletin involves repro...
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Common questions

Can I get a denied RAM 1500 warranty claim reconsidered?
Yes, in many cases. Dealer-level denials aren't always final. If a manufacturer bulletin, warranty extension, or service campaign applies to your vehicle's model year and issue, that documentation can sometimes support a formal reconsideration request. Reviewing your denial letter against the manufacturer's published records is a common first step before deciding how to proceed.
What is a warranty extension bulletin, and how do I know if it applies to my truck?
A warranty extension bulletin is an official manufacturer notice acknowledging a specific defect and extending coverage for repairs related to it, often beyond the standard warranty period. Whether one applies depends on your RAM 1500's model year, VIN range, and the specific component involved. Checking your vehicle details against filed bulletins is the only reliable way to confirm eligibility.
Does ClaimRight charge a fee if my warranty claim isn't successfully resolved?
No. ClaimRight's assessment of your denied claim is free, and fees only apply if your case results in a successful outcome. This success-only structure means there's no upfront cost to find out whether documented manufacturer bulletins or extensions could support a reconsideration of your specific RAM 1500 claim.
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