The short answer
EPA lists 12 engine versions for the Ram 1500 across 2016–2026. Match the VIN to the right row before you compare prices.
A used Ram 1500 can be Stellantis certified: CPOV (five model years or newer, under 75,000 miles; 7-year/100,000-mile powertrain plus 3 months/3,000 miles Maximum Care) or CPO Go (6–10 model years and/or 75,001–120,000 miles). Swant Graber Motors participates in the Stellantis Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Program: Swant Graber Motors (Chevrolet, Ram, Dodge), 1690 E Division Ave, Barron, 715-537-5657.
Used Ram 1500: what EPA lists by model year
| Model year | Engines EPA lists | Transmissions | Combined MPG, 4WD/AWD | Combined MPG, 2WD | NHTSA recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel; 3.6L 6-cyl; 5.7L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic, 8-speed automatic | 15–22 | 16–24 | — |
| 2017 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel; 3.6L 6-cyl; 5.7L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic, 8-speed automatic | 15–22 | 17–23 | 13 |
| 2018 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel; 3.6L 6-cyl; 5.7L 8-cyl | 6-speed automatic, 8-speed automatic | 14–22 | 17–23 | 15 |
| 2019 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel (Classic); 3.6L 6-cyl (Classic); 3.6L 6-cyl eTorque mild hybrid; 3.6L 6-cyl hybrid; 5.7L 8-cyl; 5.7L 8-cyl (Classic); 5.7L 8-cyl eTorque mild hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 17–22 | 17–23 | 30 |
| 2020 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel; 3.6L 6-cyl (Classic); 3.6L 6-cyl eTorque mild hybrid; 3.6L 6-cyl hybrid; 5.7L 8-cyl; 5.7L 8-cyl (Classic); 5.7L 8-cyl eTorque mild hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 17–24 | 17–26 | 14 |
| 2021 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel; 3.6L 6-cyl (Classic); 3.6L 6-cyl eTorque mild hybrid; 3.6L 6-cyl hybrid; 5.7L 8-cyl; 5.7L 8-cyl (Classic); 5.7L 8-cyl eTorque mild hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 17–24 | 17–26 | 15 |
| 2022 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel; 3.6L 6-cyl (Classic); 3.6L 6-cyl hybrid; 5.7L 8-cyl; 5.7L 8-cyl (Classic); 5.7L 8-cyl hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 17–24 | 17–26 | 16 |
| 2023 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel; 3.6L 6-cyl (Classic); 3.6L 6-cyl hybrid; 5.7L 8-cyl; 5.7L 8-cyl (Classic); 5.7L 8-cyl hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 17–24 | 17–23 | 11 |
| 2024 | 3.6L 6-cyl (Classic); 3.6L 6-cyl hybrid; 5.7L 8-cyl (Classic); 5.7L 8-cyl hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 17–21 | 17–23 | 6 |
| 2025 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo; 3.6L 6-cyl hybrid | 8-speed automatic | 19–21 | 21–23 | 8 |
| 2026 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo; 3.6L 6-cyl hybrid; 5.7L 8-cyl hybrid; 6.2L 8-cyl supercharged (premium fuel) | 8-speed automatic | 12–21 | 19–22 | — |
From 2019 Ram sold the redesigned 1500 alongside the older 1500 Classic, so both appear in the same years; Classic rows are labeled. TRX is left out. MPG is EPA combined. "—" means EPA lists no version in that column, or (recalls) the year is outside our 2017–2025 NHTSA pull. Recall counts are campaigns for the model and year (all trims); a specific vehicle may not be affected.
Where the lineup changed
- 2019: adds 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel (Classic), 3.6L 6-cyl (Classic), 3.6L 6-cyl eTorque mild hybrid, 3.6L 6-cyl hybrid, 5.7L 8-cyl (Classic), 5.7L 8-cyl eTorque mild hybrid; drops 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel, 3.6L 6-cyl.
- 2020: adds 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel; drops 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel (Classic).
- 2022: adds 5.7L 8-cyl hybrid; drops 3.6L 6-cyl eTorque mild hybrid, 5.7L 8-cyl eTorque mild hybrid.
- 2024: drops 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel, 5.7L 8-cyl.
- 2025: adds 3.0L 6-cyl turbo; drops 3.6L 6-cyl (Classic), 5.7L 8-cyl (Classic), 5.7L 8-cyl hybrid.
- 2026: adds 5.7L 8-cyl hybrid, 6.2L 8-cyl supercharged.
What to check on a used Ram 1500
- Best EPA combined rating in the 4WD/AWD column: 24 MPG (2023, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo diesel). Winter mileage in northwest Wisconsin runs lower.
- Hybrid versions: EPA lists a hybrid Ram 1500 in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026.
- Match the VIN to the right row. The engine is coded in the VIN and printed on the original window sticker; ask us to decode it.
- Recalls: per-year campaign detail is in our used Ram 1500 recalls by year guide. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls on any used vehicle.
- CPOV or CPO Go? Five model years or newer with under 75,000 miles points to CPOV (with 7-year/100,000-mile powertrain coverage); 6–10 model years and/or 75,001–120,000 miles points to CPO Go. The certificate on the vehicle shows the tier.
Stellantis Certified Pre-Owned: which tier?
Swant Graber Motors participates in the Stellantis Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Program. CPOV is for vehicles five model years or newer with under 75,000 miles (7-year/100,000-mile powertrain from the original in-service date plus 3 months/3,000 miles of Maximum Care). CPO Go covers 6–10 model years and/or 75,001–120,000 miles (3 months/3,000 miles of Maximum Care). CPO Gold carries 12 months/12,000 miles of Extended Care Premium coverage. Ram lists a $100 deductible per covered repair. Stellantis doesn't publish a return or exchange program for certified vehicles. We sell new Dodge and Ram only, not Chrysler or Jeep. Used vehicles that aren't certified get our coverage: 45 days / 5,000 miles powertrain, on used units 10 model years or newer with under 150,000 miles. See dealer for details.
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At a glance
Recall campaigns by model year
| Model year | Campaigns | Components named most (campaigns) |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 13 | Engine and cooling (3), Powertrain (3), Air bags (2) |
| 2018 | 15 | Powertrain (4), Engine and cooling (3), Air bags (3) |
| 2019 | 30 | Air bags (5), Electrical (3), Steering (3) |
| 2020 | 14 | Air bags (4), Visibility (3), Seat belts (2) |
| 2021 | 15 | Rear camera / backover (4), Air bags (3), Hydraulic brakes (2) |
| 2022 | 16 | Rear camera / backover (5), Air bags (3), Visibility (2) |
| 2023 | 11 | Rear camera / backover (2), Steering (2), Air bags (2) |
| 2024 | 6 | Air bags (2), Hydraulic brakes (1), Steering (1) |
| 2025 | 8 | Exterior lighting (2), Electrical (2), Wheels (1) |
The campaigns that cover the most model years
| NHTSA campaign | Component | Model years covered (2017–2025) | What NHTSA says could happen |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V495000 | Seat belts | 2019–2025 | An improperly installed seat belt buckle anchor may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash. |
| 25V298000 | Air bags | 2019–2024 | A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash. |
| 24V653000 | Hydraulic brakes | 2019, 2021–2024 | Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash. |
| 21V632000 | Air bags | 2017–2020 | A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash. |
| 22V904000 | Structure | 2019–2022 | An unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 24V754000 | Visibility | 2020–2023 | Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 18V332000 | Electrical | 2017–2019 | If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash. |
| 19V757000 | Engine and cooling | 2017–2019 | Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire. |
Newest campaigns (filed in 2026)
Recalls keep arriving years after a vehicle is built. These were filed with NHTSA in 2026, so a used vehicle checked last year may need a fresh look:
- 26V560000, filed Sept. 1, 2026: Rear camera / backover, model years 2025. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 26V495000, filed July 30, 2026: Seat belts, model years 2019–2025. An improperly installed seat belt buckle anchor may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- 26V327000, filed May 21, 2026: Rear camera / backover, model years 2024. A rearview image that does not display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- 26V225000, filed April 9, 2026: Electrical, model years 2025. An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
- 26V059000, filed Feb. 2, 2026: Exterior lighting, model years 2025. Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Sources: https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=ram&model=1500&modelYear=202 · https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/code/admin_code/trans/139/04/6/a · https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=ram&model=1500&modelYear=202 · https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/code/admin_code/trans/139/04/6/a
More questions
How many recalls does the Ram 1500 have?
For 2017–2025 model years, NHTSA lists 74 distinct recall campaigns as of Oct. 11, 2026. 2019 has the most (30). Counts change as new campaigns are filed.
Which used Ram 1500 year has the fewest recalls?
In NHTSA's data, 2024 has the fewest (6). Newer model years have had less time to collect recalls, so a low count isn't proof a year is better.
Are recall repairs free on a used vehicle?
Yes. Safety-recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer of that brand, regardless of who owns the vehicle. Ours: Swant Graber Motors (Chevrolet.
Does a high recall count mean the vehicle is unreliable?
Not on its own. Recall counts don't reflect how many vehicles each campaign covers or how serious it is. Check whether the specific VIN's recalls are done, and look at service records and a pre-purchase inspection.
Used Ram 1500 recalls by model year, 2017–2025
NHTSA's recall database lists 74 distinct safety-recall campaigns that cover at least one 2017–2025 Ram 1500 model year, as of Oct. 11, 2026. 2019 has the most (30); the components named most often are Rear camera / backover, Air bags, Powertrain and Electrical.
- 21V037000 (Hydraulic brakes; model years 2021): A separated brake pedal can result in the driver being unable to apply the service brakes, increasing the risk of a crash. Do not drive.
Questions
Can a used Ram 1500 be Stellantis certified?
Yes, if it meets Stellantis's rules: CPOV for five model years or newer with under 75,000 miles; CPO Go for 6–10 model years and/or 75,001–120,000 miles. Swant Graber Motors participates in the Stellantis Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle Program.
What MPG does a used Ram 1500 get?
EPA combined ratings in our 4WD/AWD column run 12–24 MPG across 2016–2026, depending on engine and year. Real winter mileage is lower.
Is there a return or exchange on Stellantis certified vehicles?
Stellantis's brand pages don't list one. Ask us before you buy, and get any terms in writing.
Next steps at Swant Graber
Swant Graber Motors (Chevrolet, Ram, Dodge): 1690 E Division Ave, Barron, WI 54812, 715-537-5657. Swant Graber Ford: 1697 E Division Ave, 715-537-9500. Search new or used inventory, or see shop near you for model-by-model answers.
