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NHTSA Recall 20V207000: Structure

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 37,580 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the RAM 2500.

37,580
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2020
owners notified (July 9)
NHTSA campaign20V207000
Manufacturer campaignW24, W44
ComponentSTRUCTURE
Report receivedApril 9, 2020
Owner notificationJuly 9, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 Pick-up trucks equipped with an accessory bed step. In certain side loading conditions, the bed step may unexpectedly fail while in use.

Safety risk

A bed step that unexpectedly fails while in use increases the risk of injury to the user.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bed step support brace, free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2020 (RAM 2500) and began on October 6, 2020 (Ram 3500). Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are W24 and W44.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 20V207000

Make and modelModel years
RAM 25002019, 2020
RAM 35002019, 2020

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.