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2023 Ram 1500 problems

NHTSA lists 201 complaints for the 2023 Ram 1500, 10 of them mention a crash and 1 mention a fire. 3 complaints mention an injury, with 4 injuries and 0 deaths reported.

Data build 2026-10-08.

NHTSA lists this vehicle as RAM 1500.

At a glance

Complaints
201
With crash
10
With fire
1
With injury (complaints)
3
Injuries
4
Deaths
0
Recalls
11
Do not drive recalls
0
Park outside recalls
0
Recall potential units (maximum)
1,271,294
Investigations
0
Open investigations
0
Manufacturer communications
545

Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. The available sales group does not match this vehicle variant.

Where the complaints are

Top systems
SystemComplaintsShare of this vehicle's complaints
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6833.8%
ENGINE4622.9%
UNKNOWN OR OTHER4622.9%
SERVICE BRAKES3316.4%
POWER TRAIN2813.9%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE2110.4%
STEERING189.0%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING157.5%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM157.5%
STRUCTURE105.0%
Top subsystems
SystemSubsystemComplaints
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCEAUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING10
STRUCTUREBODY10
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCEADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL7
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCEWARNINGS6
BACK OVER PREVENTIONWARNINGS2
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMINSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL2
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGESTAILGATE2
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGCOOLING SYSTEM1
LANE DEPARTUREBLIND SPOT DETECTION1
SEAT BELTSREAR/OTHER1

One complaint can name several systems, so shares can add to more than 100 percent.

Model-generated complaint tags

These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.

Failure modes
LabelCountShare of taggedMean confidence
electrical electronic8341.3%0.83
loss of control5225.9%0.82
mechanical failure2914.4%0.80
visibility or lighting147.0%0.74
structural or corrosion73.5%0.74
restraint or airbag63.0%0.98
unclear42.0%0.97
fire or overheating21.0%0.99
fluid or fuel leak21.0%0.66
noise or comfort21.0%0.98
Severities
LabelCountShare of taggedMean confidence
moderate15878.6%0.84
low3316.4%0.67
high105.0%0.98

Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 201 tagged complaints of 201 complaints (100.0%).

Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.

Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.

Recalls

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11 recalls. Showing the latest 10 of 11.

26V495000

Date: 2026-07-30. Systems: SEAT BELTS.

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The second-row center and left-side seat belt buckle anchors may have been improperly installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Consequence: An improperly installed seat belt buckle anchor may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and attach the seat belt buckle anchor to the body structure as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 67D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 6, 2026.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

25V298000

Date: 2025-05-08. Systems: AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Defect: 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."

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

Remedy: Dealers secured the connectors for the air bag, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 08C.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

24V754000

Date: 2024-10-10. Systems: VISIBILITY.

Defect: 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."

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

Remedy: Dealers will replace the mirror glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 5, 2024. Owners may contact FCA Customer Service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 86B.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

24V729000

Date: 2024-10-01. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, STEERING.

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence: Turn signals that do not function properly may fail to indicate the driver's intention to change vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is A1B.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

24V653000

Date: 2024-09-05. Systems: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.

Defect: 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."

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

Remedy: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 10, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 85B.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

24V413000

Date: 2024-06-06. Systems: POWER TRAIN.

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. An insufficient weld in the transmission control unit can allow transmission fluid to leak on to electrical components, resulting in a loss of drive power or loss of park function.

Consequence: A loss of drive power or a loss of park function increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the valve body and control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expecting to be mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 63B.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

24V199000

Date: 2024-03-14. Systems: AIR BAGS, STEERING.

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering c (excerpt)

Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury. (excerpt)

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B. (excerpt)

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

23V799000

Date: 2023-11-28. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, STEERING.

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2023-2024 Ram 2500, 4500/5500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the high beams to activate when the turn signal is used or activate the turn signal when the high beams are used. In addition, the turn signal self-canceling feature may not function p (excerpt)

Consequence: Turn signals and/or high beams that do not function as intended may cause confusion or reduced visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)

Remedy: Dealers will update the steering column control module (SCCM) software, and inspect and replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are B2A and D5A. (excerpt)

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

23V654000

Date: 2023-09-28. Systems: BACK OVER PREVENTION.

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ram 1500, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and 2022-2024 Ram 2500 vehicles. The radio software 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."

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

Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 97A.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

23V263000

Date: 2023-04-13. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL.

Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.

Consequence: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 01A.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

Investigations

0 investigations; 0 open.

Manufacturer communications

545 manufacturer communications.

Communications by system
SystemCount
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM156
EQUIPMENT50
STRUCTURE48
POWER TRAIN36
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING32
UNKNOWN OR OTHER27
ENGINE23
BACK OVER PREVENTION22

11037347

Date: 2026-09-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.

Engine PNs: MY 24-26 WD/DT (5.7L) Code P00B is being misdiagnosed and incorrect parts are being installed causing over repair. Refer to SOL S2609000006 The IAFM Foam Engine Valley Cover (PN 53013735AB) does not provide sufficient clearance for proper routing of the MDS solenoid jumper harness (PN 05

11036363

Date: 2026-08-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE.

SWITCH AND BEZEL - FRONT DOOR

11036364

Date: 2026-08-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE.

SWITCH AND BEZEL - FRONT DOOR

11036361

Date: 2026-08-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

MOTOR - WINDOW REGULATOR

11036362

Date: 2026-08-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

MOTOR - WINDOW REGULATOR

11035992

Date: 2026-07-28. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: LANE DEPARTURE.

Blindspot Module For concern on Blindspot Module setting U11FB-00 Lost Communication with Left Blind Spot Sensor, U11FA-00 Lost Communication with Right Blind Spot Sensor. Some vehicle(s) where the Blindspot Module was replaced had no issues found with the Blindspot Module after testing. Please veri

11035315

Date: 2026-07-22. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

R1H UBQ/UEQ Intermittent HVAC Page Lockup Customers may experience one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: a Intermittently the HVAC page on the Display Screen Module will change temperature and blower speed and then freeze. a When on the HVAC page, the Display Screen Module may not respond to to

11035312

Date: 2026-07-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Radio Does Not Display Selected Drive Mode Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: a Drive Mode setting reverts back to "Auto" on Display Screen Module while the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) shows the Drive Mode that has been requested.

11035198

Date: 2026-07-17. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE.

Cluster Message a To Operate Tailgate Shift to Parka Vehicle is In Park

11035045

Date: 2026-07-10. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

UconnectA? Screen Image Changes Size, Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: a The UconnectA? screen image changes size, moves or is out of place unprompted.

Notes on this record

  • Complaints from the API and bulk file are merged and deduplicated by ODI number; the API alone misses records.
  • System and subsystem counts are numbers of distinct complaints, recalls or communications that name them. One record can name several systems, so shares across systems can add to more than 100 percent; a single share never exceeds 100 percent.
  • Recalls are counted once per campaign, investigations once per action and manufacturer communications once per NHTSA id, even when NHTSA lists several model names for the same record.
  • A sales denominator is a calendar-year proxy, not the population of vehicles still in use. Rates are copied from verified pipeline output.

Other names NHTSA uses

None listed.

Matched NHTSA models

Matched labels and complaints
NHTSA model labelComplaints
1500201

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