2021 Ram 1500 transmission price snapshot
- Low
- $187
- Average
- $795
- High
- $2,895
Year-specific price guide
Used 2021 Ram 1500 Transmission prices
Year-specific used transmission pricing for the 2021 Ram 1500, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2021 Ram 1500 transmission
A used 2021 Ram 1500 transmission costs between $187 and $2,895, with a median of $728 from 933 salvage yard listings.
What the transmission does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used transmission price guide →
Also known asGearboxTransaxle
Price summary
A used 2021 Ram 1500 transmission costs $187 to $2,895, with a median asking price of $728. Based on 933 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2018–2024 (7 model years), updated Aug 14, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$748
Grade B (good)$675
Grade C (fair)$530
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$187–$2,531519 listings
Grade BStandard used$200–$2,200307 listings
Grade CVisible wear$530–$5301 listings
Grade XUngraded$200–$2,895106 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $187–$2,531 | 519 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $200–$2,200 | 307 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $530–$530 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $200–$2,895 | 106 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$748
Grade B$675
Grade C$530
Ungraded$800
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $187–$2,895 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2021 Ram 1500 transmission replacement cost?
- Used part
- $728
- 2021 Ram 1500 median asking price
- Labor
- $570–$1,800
- 6–12 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $1,300–$2,530
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for transmission replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include transmission fluid and filter, and a torque converter check on automatics. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full transmission replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
classic style (5 lug wheel), (AT), opt 850RE (DFT, 8 speed), 4x250 listingsInterchange 2021–2024$800$463 – $2,544
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 850RE (DFT, 8 speed), 4x250 listingsInterchange 2021–2023$851$450 – $2,486
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP75 (8 speed), opt DFV, 5.7L (12 volt system, non-eTorque)50 listingsInterchange 2019–2021$575$187 – $1,529
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 850RE (DFT, 8 speed), 4x449 listingsInterchange 2019–2024$713$498 – $2,544
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP75 (8 speed), opt DFV, 3.0L, 4x249 listingsInterchange 2020–2022$728$483 – $1,500
classic style (5 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP70 (8 speed), opt DFD, 4x248 listingsInterchange 2019–2024$848$255 – $1,600
classic style (5 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP70 (8 speed), opt DFD, 4x448 listingsInterchange 2018–2022$611$388 – $1,100
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP75 (8 speed), opt DFR, 12 volt system (non-eTorque), 4x2, from 04/10/2148 listings$475$290 – $1,175
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP75 (8 speed), opt DFR, 12 volt system (non-eTorque), 4x4, from 04/10/2148 listingsInterchange 2021–2023$926$635 – $1,500
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP75 (8 speed), opt DFR, 48 volt system (eTorque), 4x2, from 04/10/2148 listings$1,090$560 – $2,531
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP75 (8 speed), opt DFR, 12 volt system (non-eTorque), 4x2, thru 04/09/2147 listingsInterchange 2021–2023$667$495 – $850
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP75 (8 speed), opt DFR, 48 volt system (eTorque), 4x4, from 04/10/2147 listingsInterchange 2020–2021$681$357 – $1,490
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP75 (8 speed), opt DFR, 48 volt system (eTorque), 4x4, thru 04/09/2147 listingsInterchange 2019–2021$588$386 – $1,048
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP75 (8 speed), opt DFV, 3.0L, 4x447 listingsInterchange 2020–2023$633$300 – $1,871
classic style (5 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP70 (8 speed), opt DFK, 4x446 listingsInterchange 2018–2024$595$367 – $1,090
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP75 (8 speed), opt DFR, 48 volt system (eTorque), 4x2, thru 04/09/2146 listingsInterchange 2019–2021$705$204 – $1,331
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP95 (DFS, 8 speed)46 listingsInterchange 2021–2024$790$530 – $2,448
classic style (5 lug wheel), (AT), opt 850RE (DFT, 8 speed), 4x444 listingsInterchange 2021–2024$1,300$855 – $2,895
new style (6 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP75 (8 speed), opt DFR, 12 volt system (non-eTorque), 4x4, thru 04/09/2142 listingsInterchange 2019–2021$748$433 – $1,040
classic style (5 lug wheel), (AT), opt 8HP70 (8 speed), opt DFK, 4x233 listingsInterchange 2018–2020$408$200 – $1,365
Year-specific context
How does the 2021 Ram 1500 compare?
The 2021 guide is based on 1,000 observed listings, including 933 with posted prices. Its $728 median is 4% above the Ram 1500 guide's $700 median.
Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2021 ranks #7 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024. Shopping across all 7 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Compare model years
What does a Ram 1500 transmission cost in other years?
2025285 listings$2,200$850 – $3,0002024600 listingsCompatible$873$150 – $3,0002023850 listingsCompatible$848$150 – $3,0002022849 listingsCompatible$760$150 – $2,8952020750 listingsCompatible$600$200 – $2,2942019845 listingsCompatible$603$150 – $2,5442018450 listingsCompatible$475$150 – $1,8002017400 listings$483$147 – $1,9252016416 listings$477$147 – $1,8402015500 listings$585$147 – $2,559
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Alternator
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$195median
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Blower Motor
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$30$290
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Brake Caliper
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Rear Bumper Assembly
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$250median
$50$1,084
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$290median
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Car Radio
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$35$1,100
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$181median
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Door Assembly
$391median
$90$1,810
17wide ±192%
Drive Shaft
$190median
$47$777
18wide ±183%
Engine
$3,658median
$1,115$14,535
19wide ±197%
Engine Computer
$155median
$40$650
20wide ±285%
Exhaust Manifold
$100median
$30$600
21wide ±113%
Fender
$380median
$95$950
22wide ±177%
Fog Light
$110median
$20$410
23wide ±199%
Front Seat
$200median
$56$852
24wide ±211%
Fuel Pump
$159median
$30$700
25wide ±211%
Fuel Tank
$200median
$45$888
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Grille
$340median
$55$1,850
27wide ±288%
Headlight Assembly
$405median
$70$2,400
28wide ±183%
Heater Core
$106median
$40$428
29wide ±123%
Hood
$723median
$125$1,906
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Ignition Switch
$99median
$25$335
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Instrument Cluster
$50median
$25$250
32wide ±207%
Intake Manifold
$135median
$40$600
33wide ±284%
Master Cylinder
$99median
$25$588
34wide ±184%
Side Mirror
$250median
$49$970
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Power Steering Pump
$128median
$30$480
36wide ±105%
Quarter Panel
$510median
$175$1,250
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Radiator
$165median
$40$800
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Rear View Mirror
$103median
$30$500
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Starter
$76median
$20$341
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Steering Column
$195median
$50$612
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Steering Rack
$1,205median
$574$2,200
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Steering Wheel
$175median
$45$711
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Strut
$200median
$40$1,199
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Sunroof
$313median
$71$1,745
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Tail Light
$260median
$45$1,200
46wide ±154%
Tailgate
$773median
$180$2,559
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Throttle Body
$81median
$29$342
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Torque Converter
$345median
$150$900
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Transfer Case
$224median
$90$1,250
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$20$549
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$60median
$20$372
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$45$975
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Window Regulator
$120median
$25$405
Common questions
2021 Ram 1500 transmission FAQ
How much is a used 2021 Ram 1500 transmission?
Based on 933 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2021 Ram 1500 transmission lists between $187 and $2,895, with a median asking price of $728.
How much does it cost to replace a 2021 Ram 1500 transmission?
Using a used part, a 2021 Ram 1500 transmission replacement typically runs $1,300–$2,530 all-in: the median used transmission for this year lists at $728, and independent-shop labor for transmission replacement typically takes 6–12 hours at $95–$150/hr ($570–$1,800). The labor figure does not include transmission fluid and filter, and a torque converter check on automatics. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2021 Ram 1500 transmission fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2021 Ram 1500 transmission also appear under model years 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2021 Ram 1500 gearbox?
A gearbox is another name for a transmission. The prices on this page cover the 2021 Ram 1500 transmission — median $728, from 933 listings.