Trim Report

Ram 1500 HFE2021

Includes:RM1500|HFE
$7,995
Starting From
8
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 8 active dealer listings as of

Min $7,995
Max $33,990
From $7,995
Fresh
Safety

14 active recalls on record. Review the safety section before buying

HFE Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$6,500
$7K–$115K
3,651 listings74,206 avg miles
Big Horn
From$2,447
29,530 listings|$2K–$123K
Classic SLT
From$1,100
1,627 listings|$1K–$38K
Classic Tradesman
From$9,650
11 listings|$10K–$47K
Classic Warlock
From$9,950
3,374 listings|$10K–$67K
Express
From$3,000
5,350 listings|$3K–$85K
HFE
From$7,995
8 listings|$8K–$34K
Laramie
From$1,900
17,416 listings|$2K–$146K
Laramie Limited
From$12,488
5 listings|$12K–$25K
Laramie Longhorn
From$3,950
243 listings|$4K–$40K
Limited
From$2,950
6,282 listings|$3K–$95K
Lone Star
From$3,200
3,046 listings|$3K–$85K
Longhorn
From$26,495
18 listings|$26K–$77K
Outdoorsman
From$4,400
215 listings|$4K–$32K
R/T
From$13,995
4 listings|$14K–$28K
RHO
From$39,500
3,706 listings|$40K–$135K
Rebel
From$6,500
7,312 listings|$7K–$88K
SLT
From$6,499
30 listings|$6K–$27K
ST
From$2,000
194 listings|$2K–$27K
Sport
From$2,476
1,174 listings|$2K–$58K
TRX
From$49,500
1,027 listings|$50K–$251K
Tradesman
From$1,295
5,286 listings|$1K–$62K
Tungsten
From$56,529
1,730 listings|$57K–$98K

2021 Ram 1500 HFE Pricing

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Where to Find Ram 1500 HFE

Location data for all 2021 Ram 1500 trims combined

40States

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 14% of listings are there. But with 40 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Ram 1500 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Ram 1500 trims

Elevated

With 14 recalls and 637 complaints, the 2021 Ram 1500 rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

14
Recalls
637
Complaints
26
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
22V6380002022-25-08
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Jeep Wrangler, RAM 1500 and 2021 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. A radio software error may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

View at NHTSA
22V7670002022-13-10
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Jeep Wrangler, Ram 1500, and 2021-2022 Jeep Gladiator vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail, causing an engine stall.

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

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21V4380002021-10-06
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a trailer reverse steering module (TRSCM). The rearview camera image may not display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

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21V9180002021-23-11
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. The Trailer Reverse Steering Control Module (TRSCM) may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

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21V6980002021-09-09
TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles. The incorrect-size spare tire may have been installed, which does not match the tire size and inflation pressure information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection And Rims."

A driver that relies on the incorrect spare tire inflation pressure on the tire placard label may inflate the spare tire incorrectly, increasing the risk of a crash.

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21V9250002021-24-11
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and 2021 Ram 1500 Classic pickup trucks. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) assemblies may have been manufactured with the incorrect amount of compressed gas, which can result in an improper air bag deployment.

An air bag that deploys improperly can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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21V0370002021-01-02
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Ram 1500 Classic SLT trucks. Certain vehicles were built without the retaining clip that secures the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal, which can cause the brake pedal to separate from the brake system.

A separated brake pedal can result in the driver being unable to apply the service brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

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22V9040002022-08-12
STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.

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.

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23V0590002023-09-02
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ram 1500 and 2023 Ram 2500 vehicles. The trailer reverse steering control module (TRSCM) may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

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23V2650002023-13-04
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 5.7L eTorque engines. The powertrain control module software may cause an incorrect fuel mixture condition in the engine, and result in an engine stall.

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

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24V6530002024-05-09
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019, 2021-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.

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24V7540002024-10-10
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 1500 Classic vehicles equipped with heated trailer tow rearview mirrors. The mirror glass may detach from the driver's side heated trailer tow rearview mirror. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V2980002025-08-05
AIR BAGS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The driver's side air bag may not be connected properly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

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25V7650002025-06-11
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram 4500, and Ram 5500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the driver's side air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 Ram 1500's biggest weak point? ENGINE. It leads 637 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine79
02Unknown Or Other46
03Electrical System43
04Power Train41
05Electrical System,engine35
637 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ram 1500 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Ram 1500 trims

12–26mpg combined
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10-23city
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14-33hwy
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$1,900-$4,800/yr

Fuel economy for the 2021 Ram 1500 ranges from 12 to 26 MPG combined across 15 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
1500 2WD - Automatic 8-spd
26mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel DriveDiesel
22 city32 hwy~$2,150/yr5/10 Average
1500 HFE 2WD - Automatic 8-spd
26mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel DriveDiesel
23 city33 hwy~$2,150/yr5/10 Average
1500 4WD - Automatic 8-spd
24mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel DriveDiesel
21 city29 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average
1500 HFE 2WD - Automatic 8-spd
23mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
1500 2WD - Automatic 8-spd
22mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city25 hwy~$2,000/yr4/10 Average
1500 4WD - Automatic 8-spd
21mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive
19 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average
1500 Classic 2WD - Automatic 8-spd
20mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average
1500 2WD - Automatic 8-spd
19mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city23 hwy~$2,750/yr3/10 Poor
1500 4WD - Automatic 8-spd
19mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive
17 city22 hwy~$2,750/yr3/10 Poor
1500 Classic 4WD - Automatic 8-spd
19mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor
1500 Classic 2WD - Automatic 8-spd
17mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city22 hwy~$3,100/yr3/10 Poor
1500 Classic 4WD - Automatic 8-spd
17mpg
5.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive
15 city21 hwy~$3,100/yr3/10 Poor
1500 TRX 4WD - Automatic 8-spd
12mpg
6.2L 8-cyl Supercharged · 4-Wheel Drive
10 city14 hwy~$4,800/yr1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

2021 Ram 1500 HFE FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the HFE compare to other Ram 1500 trims?

Every Ram 1500 trim targets a different buyer. The 2021 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Ram 1500 HFE?

The HFE shares its core mechanicals with other Ram 1500 trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for engine issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 14 recalls to verify before purchase. The 2021 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Ram 1500 HFE?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Ram 1500 HFE year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Ram 1500 overview compares all years side by side.

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