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RAM 2500 warranty claim denied?

1,400 manufacturer communications on file 13 warranty extensions / campaigns 2003–2025 model years covered

If your RAM 2500 warranty claim was just denied, you're not alone, and it isn't necessarily the final word. Manufacturers file communications with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) documenting known issues, and for the RAM 2500 (2003–2025), there are 1,400 such filings on record — including 13 formal warranty extensions or service campaigns covering components like the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) system, the urea delivery module, and the rear axle assembly on related RAM truck platforms.

When a dealer denies a claim, it doesn't always mean the underlying defect isn't recognized elsewhere in the manufacturer's own records. Denials can happen for many reasons — paperwork gaps, mileage cutoffs, or a service advisor unaware of an applicable bulletin. Reviewing what's actually been documented for your model can clarify whether your situation may align with a known issue.

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What RAM has documented for the 2500

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

2024-10-01 · 25-006-24 Warranty extension
"Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fluid Freezing Warranty Extension XR1 Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the fol...
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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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2024-09-24 · 14-008-24 Warranty extension
"Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fluid Freezing Warranty Extension XR1 Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the fol...
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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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2024-06-27 · 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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2024-05-03 · 25-003-24 REV. A Warranty extension
"6.7L Diesel Emissions Warranty Extension XQ1 Special Warranty Extension"
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2024-05-01 · 25-003-24 Warranty extension
"6.7L Diesel Emissions Warranty Extension XQ1 Special Warranty Extension"
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2024-05-01 · 98016 Warranty extension
Warranty Bulletin D-24-10 (XQ1) Emission Control System Components – Select 2013 - 2019 RAM 2500 Pickup (DJ) and 2013- 2019 RAM 3500 Pickup (D2)
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2023-08-18 · 0901723 Warranty extension
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) - X97 Warranty Extension Installation of Particulate Matter (PM) sensor.
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2022-07-15 · 0900522REVA Warranty extension
Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator - X99 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the turbocharger actuator. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL...
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2022-03-16 · 0900522 Warranty extension
Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator - X99 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the turbocharger actuator. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL...
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2024-12-13 · 21-054-24 REV. E
"Rear Selective Thrust Washer Failure **This is a proactive RSU Repair Procedure to be performed for all Unsold vehicles not exhibiting any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) or Custo...
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2024-12-11 · S2208000045 REV.B
Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
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2024-12-08 · S248A000018
Trailer Tow Pages App Gauges Not Showing Data After Radio Update
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2024-12-03 · 21-054-24 REV. D
"Rear Selective Thrust Washer Failure NOTE: This is a proactive RSU Repair Procedure to be performed for all Unsold vehicles not exhibiting the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) or C...
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2024-11-20 · 101683
CONVERTER - CATALYTIC
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2024-11-20 · 101773
CONVERTER - CATALYTIC
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2024-11-16 · 21-054-24 REV. C
"Rear Selective Thrust Washer Failure Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may exhibit/set one or more of the following DTCs: ●...
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2024-11-14 · 25-008-24
"Flash: Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Dosing Control Unit (DCU) Update Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the f...
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2024-11-08 · S2422000001 REV.C
Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) Service Information. TPM Lamp On.
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2024-10-30 · 101232
Plate - Planetary
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2024-10-29 · 101092
TRANSMISSION KIT - WITH TORQUE CONVERTER
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2024-10-29 · 101094
TRANSMISSION KIT - WITH TORQUE CONVERTER
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Common questions

Can a denied RAM 2500 warranty claim be reconsidered?
Yes, denials can sometimes be reconsidered, particularly when additional documentation or a related manufacturer bulletin is presented that wasn't reviewed at the time of denial. Outcomes vary by case, and there's no guarantee of reversal. A review of your service records against filed manufacturer communications can help clarify whether your situation may warrant a second look.
What does a warranty extension bulletin mean for my truck?
A warranty extension bulletin means the manufacturer has agreed to cover a specific repair beyond the standard warranty period, usually for a defined component and set of model years. For the RAM 2500 platform, examples include DEF fluid freezing and urea delivery module extensions. Whether your truck qualifies depends on its model year, mileage, and the specific symptoms it experienced.
Why would a dealer deny a claim if the manufacturer has documented the issue?
Dealers process claims based on the information available to them at that moment, and applicable bulletins or extensions aren't always cross-checked automatically. Mileage limits, missing documentation, or differing interpretations of symptoms can all lead to a denial even when related manufacturer filings exist. Gathering your repair history and comparing it to documented bulletins is a reasonable next step.
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