2023 Ram 1500
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1250 |
| 2014 | 1731 |
| 2015 | 1425 |
| 2016 | 1500 |
| 2017 | 858 |
| 2018 | 640 |
| 2019 | 1445 |
| 2020 | 607 |
| 2021 | 654 |
| 2022 | 582 |
| 2023 | 182 |
| 2024 | 68 |
| 2025 | 288 |
| 2026 | 57 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
32% of complaints: electrical system — 58 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Check engine light blinks on and off intermittently, vehicle shakes and feels as if itâs going to stall. From time to time when going to accelerate I pulled out on a main roads and the vehicle lost all power my kids and I flew forward.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240728
25% of complaints: engine — 45 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
Check engine light blinks on and off intermittently, vehicle shakes and feels as if itâs going to stall. From time to time when going to accelerate I pulled out on a main roads and the vehicle lost all power my kids and I flew forward.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240728
18% of complaints: service brakes — 32 distinct reports on file.
CRASH14% of complaints: power train — 25 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: steering — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
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.
Remedy: Dealers will update the TRSCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 14A.
Campaign 23V059000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 23V263000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 23V654000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 23V799000 — check if this car was fixed
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...
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.
Campaign 24V199000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles.
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.
Campaign 24V413000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 24V653000 — check if this car was fixed
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly.
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.
Campaign 24V729000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 24V754000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
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.
Campaign 25V298000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2023 Ram 1500 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (58 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (45 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for service brakes issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 23V059000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V263000 (fuel system, diesel) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V654000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V799000 (exterior lighting, steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V199000 (air bags, steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V413000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V653000 (electronic stability control (esc), service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V729000 (exterior lighting, steering) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V754000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V298000 (air bags, electrical system) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2023 Ram 1500 reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Ram 1500 is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Ram 1500?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2023 Ram 1500 have?
10 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.