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2023 RAM 1500
Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
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Overview
Our database contains 201 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2023 RAM 1500, most frequently naming the electrical, engine and brakes categories. 11 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 545 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Complaint activity over time
When owners filed reports about this model year
View as table
| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2023 | 1 | 1 |
| Apr 2023 | 1 | 2 |
| May 2023 | 1 | 3 |
| Jun 2023 | 1 | 4 |
| Jul 2023 | 1 | 5 |
| Aug 2023 | 4 | 9 |
| Sep 2023 | 3 | 12 |
| Oct 2023 | 2 | 14 |
| Nov 2023 | 2 | 16 |
| Dec 2023 | 5 | 21 |
| Jan 2024 | 3 | 24 |
| Feb 2024 | 2 | 26 |
| Mar 2024 | 2 | 28 |
| Apr 2024 | 2 | 30 |
| May 2024 | 1 | 31 |
| Jun 2024 | 5 | 36 |
| Jul 2024 | 11 | 47 |
| Aug 2024 | 3 | 50 |
| Sep 2024 | 2 | 52 |
| Oct 2024 | 6 | 58 |
| Nov 2024 | 5 | 63 |
| Dec 2024 | 9 | 72 |
| Jan 2025 | 4 | 76 |
| Feb 2025 | 2 | 78 |
| Mar 2025 | 2 | 80 |
| Apr 2025 | 8 | 88 |
| May 2025 | 4 | 92 |
| Jun 2025 | 5 | 97 |
| Jul 2025 | 3 | 100 |
| Aug 2025 | 5 | 105 |
| Sep 2025 | 5 | 110 |
| Oct 2025 | 5 | 115 |
| Nov 2025 | 4 | 119 |
| Dec 2025 | 13 | 132 |
| Jan 2026 | 10 | 142 |
| Feb 2026 | 5 | 147 |
| Mar 2026 | 10 | 157 |
| Apr 2026 | 11 | 168 |
| May 2026 | 8 | 176 |
| Jun 2026 | 3 | 179 |
| Jul 2026 | 9 | 188 |
| Aug 2026 | 7 | 195 |
| Sep 2026 | 6 | 201 |
What owners report
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
- Electrical6823.1%
- Engine4716.0%
- Brakes3812.9%
- Driver assistance3110.5%
- Powertrain (other)289.5%
- Fuel system186.1%
- Steering186.1%
- Exterior lighting155.1%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Safety recalls
11 campaigns cover this model year
Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.
Check a VIN on NHTSA.govAIR BAGS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
Recent owner complaints
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
My truck went into park while in traffic and engaged the parking brake. I believe it is part of the eTorque electrical stalling failure. I had to turn off the truck, put it in drive, then put it in park, then turn off parking brake, then back into drive.
- NHTSA ID
- 11765951
- Incident
- Sep 21, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH and depressing the brake pedal to stop at a stop sign, the vehicle lost motive power. The SOS warning lights were illuminated momentarily. The contact attempted to turn off and restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then towed to the dealer the following day. The dealer diagnosed that the electrical console needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure had occurred twice. The approximate failure mileage was 33,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11764671
- Incident
- Jun 15, 2026
- Mileage
- 33,000 mi
My 2023 Ram was previously inspected under Recall A1B and the recall was marked complete because the vehicle passed the inspection. The condition covered by the recall later developed, and the turn signal is no longer properly self-canceling. This creates a safety concern because a turn signal that remains activated after completing a turn can give other drivers incorrect information about the vehicle’s intended direction and increase the risk of a collision. The issue has been confirmed by the dealership, and the vehicle is scheduled for repair. The repair is being processed through my extended warranty, which requires me to pay a deductible. The vehicle can be made available for inspection if needed. To my knowledge, it has not been separately inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives. My concern is that the vehicle passed the recall inspection and the recall was closed, but the same safety-related condition later occurred. I do not believe I should be responsible for a deductible for a condition covered by a federal safety recall. I am also concerned about inspection-only recall remedies in general. If a vehicle passes an inspection but the known safety defect later develops, the customer should not become financially responsible simply because the recall was previously marked complete.
- NHTSA ID
- 11764154
- Incident
- Sep 14, 2026
The contact owns a 2023 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the cruise control became inoperable and failed to disengage as needed. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure caused the vehicle to fail to stop. The contact also stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle to unintendedly accelerated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by telephone, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11763644
- Incident
- Sep 11, 2026
- Mileage
- 60,000 mi
The vehicle developed a turn-signal malfunction in which the turn signal would not operate/cancel properly. An authorized Ram dealership inspected the vehicle and diagnosed a failed Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) that required replacement. The part was backordered for approximately four months. I was later advised to contact another authorized Ram dealership that had the part available, and I scheduled an appointment specifically to have the previously diagnosed SCCM issue repaired. After that appointment, I was advised by the service department that the issue had been fixed. Because I am a truck driver and can be away for four to five months at a time, I later discovered that the same turn-signal problem was still occurring. I contacted the dealership and reported that the problem had not been corrected. I was subsequently told I would need to pay approximately $150 for another diagnostic evaluation, which I declined because the problem had already been diagnosed and I had been told it was repaired. During a recent visit to the same dealership for a separate recall, I asked another service advisor to review the prior service visit. I was informed that their records did not show that the SCCM had been replaced or that the previously diagnosed problem had actually been repaired, despite my having been told at the earlier visit that it was fixed. The turn-signal malfunction remains a safety concern because other motorists may not receive an accurate indication of my intention to turn or change lanes, increasing the risk of a collision. The vehicle and the condition are available for inspection. I have retained service documentation concerning the original diagnosis and subsequent dealership visits.
- NHTSA ID
- 11762860
- Incident
- Oct 24, 2024
I had to get a couple jump starts in one day. then got a diagnosis check it said u1267 then got battery check it said it wasn't charging, check engine light was one after awhile went off. y'all installed the standard battery instead of the agm battery in the ram torque. that's reason for other glitches as well heat an air control getting stuck etc. I had to buy the right battery. BATTERY TO EXPENSIVE NEW
- NHTSA ID
- 11762357
- Incident
- Sep 5, 2026
While driving a 2023 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel (37,000 miles) at highway speeds while towing a load on an incline grade, the vehicle experienced a sudden, uncommanded drop into an aggressive "Limp Mode." The dashboard displayed a "Service Electronic Throttle" warning, and engine power was immediately and severely restricted. While I was able to safely move the vehicle over to the shoulder, the truck completely lost the power required to maintain highway speed, increase speed, or clear the incline grade. A diagnostic scan revealed code P00AF (Turbocharger Boost Control Module Performance). After sitting for several minutes the limp mode cleared and was able to drive off as normal, however the limp mode condition returned in only a few miles. Due to the hazard of driving significantly below the highway speed limit while towing, the code had to be manually cleared to temporarily restore throttle response and safely complete the drive. The vehicle is experiencing an intermittent electronic or mechanical breakdown within the boost control system that causes an unpredictable risk of sudden power loss during highway operation. This condition has presented on 3 separate occurrences throughout the Summer of 2026. Each time manually clearing the code makes the truck operate normally until the next intermittent occurrence.
- NHTSA ID
- 11761028
- Incident
- Aug 30, 2026
After my warranty was up, my rear back up sensor stopped working. The camera still works but the warning sensor stopped and is giving me a warning on the dash.
- NHTSA ID
- 11758985
- Incident
- Aug 3, 2026
Manufacturer communications
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
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 05148163AE). As a result, the harness may become compressed by the foam cover. To prevent unnecessary part replacement, the MDS solenoid jumper harness (PN 05148163AE) should be inspected for damage or pinch conditions prior to replacing the following part numbers: Engine PNs: 68409343AA 68409357AA 68450915AA OCV PNs: 53022338AB Phaser PNs: 53022298AA 53022298AB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY
SWITCH AND BEZEL - FRONT DOOR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY
SWITCH AND BEZEL - FRONT DOOR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MOTOR - WINDOW REGULATOR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
MOTOR - WINDOW REGULATOR
LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
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 verify no wiring or connector issues are present prior to module replacement.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Compare model years
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations | Issue Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2026 | 96 | 7 | 0 | 57.6 |
| 2025 | 351 | 8 | 0 | 57.8 |
| 2024 | 74 | 6 | 0 | 62.4 |
| 2023Viewing | 201 | 11 | 0 | 60.1 |
| 2022 | 612 | 16 | 2 | 65.3 |
| 2021 | 678 | 15 | 1 | 61.7 |
| 2020 | 628 | 14 | 1 | 63.1 |
| 2019 | 1,477 | 30 | 1 | 62.6 |
| 2018 | 661 | 15 | 2 | 64.1 |
| 2017 | 878 | 13 | 3 | 71.7 |
| 2016 | 1,541 | 17 | 4 | 70.1 |
| 2015 | 1,448 | 18 | 5 | 70.0 |
| 2014 | 1,766 | 17 | 5 | 68.1 |
| 2013 | 1,276 | 12 | 4 | 69.1 |
| 2012 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2011 | 0 | 0 | 1 | — |
| 2010 | 0 | 0 | 2 | — |
| 2009 | 37 | 2 | 1 | 51.5 |
| 2008 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2003 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 1997 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.