2020 RAM 1500 power train problems
62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2020 RAM 1500 — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“MGU Failed, 48v code P0DAF had early signs of premature failure. when on the highway, vehicle shut off completely, no power what so ever. Couldn't steer correctly and vehicle was going highway speeds (approximately 70mph) dealer has confirmed the issue being there MGU gone bad, but I have records…”
filed Aug 5, 2026
“I PCSd from Springfield, MO to Fort Bliss Texas. I bought the truck [XXX]. I make it to TX. Driving the first Saturday in TX on [XXX] it just shuts down and put me in a very scary situation. I was stuck in the middle of the high way. It does not drive. The Etorque/generator is bad and is now on…”
filed Jun 25, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Power Train problems in other 1500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 1500 | 3 | 4% |
| 2025 1500 | 39 | 13% |
| 2024 1500 | 14 | 21% |
| 2023 1500 | 25 | 13% |
| 2022 1500 | 99 | 17% |
| 2021 1500 | 97 | 15% |
| 2019 1500 | 203 | 14% |
| 2018 1500 | 57 | 9% |
| 2017 1500 | 97 | 11% |
| 2016 1500 | 200 | 13% |
| 2015 1500 | 225 | 16% |
| 2014 1500 | 191 | 11% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2020 RAM 1500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.