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RAM 5500 warranty claim denied?
868 manufacturer communications on file
11 warranty extensions / campaigns 2008–2025 model years covered
If your RAM 5500 warranty claim was just denied, you're not alone—and the denial may not be the final word. Manufacturers are required to file service communications with NHTSA when they identify recurring problems, and for this model there are 868 documented manufacturer communications on file, including 11 formal warranty extensions or service campaigns. These cover issues such as Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) freezing, urea delivery module failures, rear axle assembly replacement, DPF particulate matter sensors, steering damper air entrapment, and turbocharger actuator concerns.
When a dealer denies a claim, it doesn't always mean the underlying issue isn't covered. Sometimes the denial is based on incomplete paperwork, a missed extension, or a defect that matches a documented pattern the manufacturer has already acknowledged elsewhere. Reviewing your denial letter against these public records can clarify whether your situation lines up with a known issue.
ClaimRight helps owners compare their specific denial against manufacturer and NHTSA records to see what options may exist. A free assessment doesn't cost you anything upfront—our fee only applies if we help resolve your claim. If you'd like an outside review of your denial, we're glad to take a look.
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What RAM has documented for the 5500
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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2023-08-18 · 0901723
Warranty extension Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) - X97 Warranty Extension Installation of Particulate Matter (PM) sensor.
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2023-06-28 · 2307923
Warranty extension Air Trapped in Steering Damper Warranty Extension XF1 A shimmy in the steering wheel after hitting an irregularity on the road surface (symptom is more prevalent in cold temperatu...
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2022-07-15 · 0900122REVB
Warranty extension Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator - X93 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the turbocharger actuator with an updated actuator. Customers may experience a Malfun...
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2022-03-03 · 0900122
Warranty extension Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator - X93 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the turbocharger actuator with an updated actuator. Customers may experience a Malfun...
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2022-03-03 · 0900122 REVA
Warranty extension Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator - X93 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the turbocharger actuator with an updated actuator. Customers may experience a Malfun...
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2022-03-03 · 0900122REVA
Warranty extension Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator - X93 Warranty Extension This bulletin involves replacing the turbocharger actuator with an updated actuator. Customers may experience a Malfun...
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2024-12-12 · 08-184-24 REV. A
"Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Updates Customers must experience the following: ● Wired Remote Start Stop (WRSS) feature unable to turn off the engine stop/start with th...
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2024-12-12 · 08-186-24 REV. A
"Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Updates Customers must experience the following: ● Wired Remote Start Stop (WRSS) feature unable to turn off the engine stop/start with th...
Official NHTSA document →
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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2024-10-11 · 08-222-24
"Flash: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Module Updates **Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set one or more of the...
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2024-10-10 · S2422000003
Trailer Tire Pressure Monitor (TTPM) Programming Tips And Operation Information.
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2024-10-07 · PDI Release: 2024_10_V1
Open and close rear glass window 2 times and check seal is not hanging or loose
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2024-10-01 · 25-007-24
"Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fluid Freezing Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Troub...
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Common questions
Why was my RAM 5500 warranty claim denied if similar issues are documented by the manufacturer?
Dealers sometimes deny claims based on limited inspection findings, incomplete documentation, or because they weren't aware of an applicable warranty extension or service bulletin. Manufacturers file these communications with NHTSA when they identify recurring issues, but that information isn't always cross-checked at the point of denial. Comparing your denial against public bulletin records can help clarify whether your issue matches a documented pattern.
What should I do after a warranty claim denial on my RAM 5500?
Start by requesting a written explanation of the denial and gathering your repair records, invoices, and any diagnostic reports. Check whether your specific concern matches a manufacturer warranty extension or service campaign on file with NHTSA. From there, you can decide whether to request re-inspection, escalate within the dealer network, or seek an outside review of your documentation and options.
Does a denied claim mean my vehicle issue isn't covered at all?
Not necessarily. A denial reflects one dealer's or reviewer's assessment at a given time, not a permanent determination. Coverage can depend on mileage, warranty extension eligibility, or how the defect is documented. Reviewing the denial alongside manufacturer bulletins and your vehicle's service history can help you understand whether there are additional options to pursue.
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