2020 RAM 1500 - Maintenance & Specs
The 2020 RAM 1500 belongs to a RAM 1500 lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 12 model years, from 2005 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 5.7L V8, 5.7L, 5.7L Hemi. It is configured as rear-wheel drive with an automatic 8-spd. The 2020 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2005) and later (2026) 1500 model years also documented.
It takes 5W-20 full synthetic oil, 7.0 qt with a new filter meeting MS-6395. Fluid specs on file include HOAT coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, ATF+4 transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 25 ft-lb, lug nut 150 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around unknown or other (67), engine (55), electrical system (51). A representative report reads: "While coming to a stop at an intersection, vehicle engine stalled and transmission automatically slammed itself into park, with no warning, nearly causing a..." There are 13 safety recalls on record; one covers: ...ysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles. The flash memory of the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may become....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 17 city / 23 highway MPG, 19 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,750.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-20 |
| Oil type | Full Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 7.0 qt |
| OEM oil spec | MS-6395 |
| Oil filter | Mopar 68191349AC |
| EPA combined | 19 MPG |
| Coolant | HOAT |
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 stars |
| Open recalls on record | 13 |
| Technical service bulletins | 200 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.