2020-2024 RAM 2500/3500 Black Grille

OEM 2020–2024 Ram 2500/3500 Black Grille Assembly – Factory Front Grille Replacement

Product Highlights

The front grille on a Ram HD truck does more than fill the space between the headlights. It anchors the entire front-end appearance of the truck and defines its presence on the road. When a 2020 Ram 2500 black grille gets damaged in a collision, develops cracked inserts from a low-speed impact, or fades from prolonged sun exposure, the front end looks damaged and tired even when the rest of the truck is in clean condition. An OEM Ram black grille sourced from a verified donor truck restores the factory appearance with the correct black finish, factory mounting geometry, and trim-level styling that the truck left the factory with.

Ram HD grille replacements on this generation come up for several consistent reasons. Front-end collisions that damage the grille structure at the mounting tabs are the most common. The black finish on dark appearance package grilles fades or scuffs with age and heavy use. Some owners replace a damaged chrome grille with a black grille assembly as part of an appearance update during a front-end repair. Whatever the reason, using a factory OEM grille ensures the body gap alignment, insert finish, and mounting configuration match the original installation without the adjustment work that aftermarket alternatives typically require.

At McClain Auto Part, we source Dodge Ram 2500 grille assemblies from verified HD donor trucks and confirm the trim level and model year before listing. Condition details and photos are available before you commit to a purchase.

Product Overview

This is a complete OEM black grille assembly designed as a direct replacement for 2020 through 2024 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 HD trucks. The black grille assembly includes the full surround structure with factory mounting provisions intact, original insert configuration, and black finish as equipped on the donor vehicle.

The Ram 2500 grille replacement and Ram 3500 grille replacement application covers the same front-end structure across both platforms in this generation. The Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 use the same grille assembly configuration on the 2020 through 2024 generation, which simplifies sourcing for HD truck owners across both weight ratings.

The black finish on this grille reflects the factory black appearance package specification of the donor truck. It is not painted over chrome or refinished. This is the factory Ram grille as it came from production, which is what produces an accurate color match with surrounding black bumper covers and headlight trim without additional paint work.

Fitment and Compatibility

The 2020 through 2024 Ram 2500 and 3500 front grille configuration varies across trim levels and option packages in ways that affect both fitment and appearance after installation.

Trim Level and Appearance Package

The Ram HD grille design differs between Tradesman, SLT, Big Horn, Laramie, and Limited trim levels on this platform. Black grille assemblies appear across multiple trim levels but the mounting configuration, insert style, and surround profile differ between packages. A black Tradesman grille is not interchangeable with a black Night Edition or Limited grille. Confirming your specific trim level and appearance package before ordering is the most critical fitment step for any front grille replacement.

Camera and Sensor Provisions

2020 and newer Ram HD trucks equipped with front-facing cameras, adaptive cruise control sensors, and forward collision warning systems use grilles with specific cutout provisions and sensor clearance geometry. A factory Ram grille sourced from a truck without these provisions will not accommodate the sensors in a tech-equipped truck. Confirm your factory driver assistance equipment before ordering.

Model Year Updates

The 2020 to 2024 production run on the Ram HD platform includes minor updates across model years within the same generation. While the core grille structure remained consistent, specific package and appearance options evolved. Confirming the exact model year of your truck ensures the OEM grille assembly integrates cleanly with your specific front-end configuration.

2021 Ram 2500 and 2022 Ram 2500 Specific Notes

The 2021 Ram 2500 grille and 2022 Ram 2500 black grille configurations fall within the same generation fitment window covered by this listing. Trim level and option package confirmation still applies within this range. A 2021 Laramie configuration differs from a 2021 Tradesman in mounting tab location and insert style even though they share the same model year.

2023 and 2024 Ram 3500 Compatibility

The 2023 Ram 3500 grille and 2024 Ram 3500 black grille both fall within the fitment range of this listing. Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 share the same grille assembly on this generation, which means this OEM grille assembly applies across both platforms for the years listed. Trim level confirmation still applies regardless of the specific HD platform.

VIN Verification

Provide your VIN before ordering. We cross-reference the donor grille configuration against your specific truck across trim level, appearance package, camera provisions, and model year. This step eliminates the most common grille fitment problems before the order ships.

OEM Quality

Every grille assembly we carry is factory original from a verified 2020 through 2024 Ram HD donor truck. The black finish, insert construction, mounting tab integrity, and body contours all reflect factory production standards specific to the black appearance package the donor truck was built with.

Aftermarket black grille options exist for this platform but they consistently require more installation adjustment to achieve acceptable body gap alignment. The black finish on aftermarket grilles frequently differs in tone, texture, or sheen from the surrounding factory black components on the truck. An OEM grille assembly from the correct trim level eliminates these discrepancies because it was manufactured to the same specifications as the component it is replacing.

The direct replacement design means standard hinge hardware, latch alignment, and clip mounting locations all match the original installation geometry. No drilling, shimming, or clip modification is required for a proper installation on a compatible truck.

Before You Order

Confirm your model year, trim level, appearance package, and driver assistance equipment before reaching out. Provide your VIN if you want us to cross-reference the donor configuration against your specific truck before ordering. Request photos of the grille face, mounting tabs, insert condition, and camera provisions if you want to evaluate condition in detail before committing to a purchase.

Inventory on complete 2020 through 2024 Ram 2500 and 3500 black grille assemblies changes as donor vehicles come through our Cleveland facility. Confirming availability early in your repair timeline is worthwhile.

Contact our team with your year, model, trim, and front-end package. We confirm fitment and answer grille-specific questions before anything ships.

McClain Auto Part. Cleveland, Ohio. OEM RAM truck parts shipped nationwide. In business since 2009.