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2023 Ram 1500 Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Electrical System — runs 2.9× the fleet median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.
182Complaints
10Recalls
10Crashes
0Fires
3Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Electrical System (31.9% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Electrical System complaints here are 2.9× the median for that category across the 2547 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Electrical System58 · 31.9%not available
Engine45 · 24.7%not available
Service Brakes32 · 17.6%RecalledRecall 24V653000
Power Train25 · 13.7%RecalledRecall 24V413000
Steering16 · 8.8%RecalledRecall 23V799000 · Recall 24V729000
Fuel/propulsion System15 · 8.2%RecalledRecall 23V263000

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE45 · 24.7%
Unspecified / other41 · 22.5%
SERVICE BRAKES32 · 17.6%
POWER TRAIN25 · 13.7%
STEERING16 · 8.8%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM15 · 8.2%
EXTERIOR LIGHTING12 · 6.6%
STRUCTURE:BODY10 · 5.5%
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING10 · 5.5%

Percentages are the share of the 182 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 10 campaigns

Back Over Prevention:display Function

NHTSA campaign 23V059000 · 2023 · reported 02/09/2023

A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Diesel:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 23V263000 · 2023 · reported 04/13/2023

Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Back Over Prevention:display Function

NHTSA campaign 23V654000 · 2023 · reported 09/28/2023

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Steering:steering Control Module

NHTSA campaign 23V799000 · 2023 · reported 11/28/2023

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags:frontal:driver Clockspring/spiral Cassette

NHTSA campaign 24V199000 · 2024 · reported 03/14/2024

An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Power Train:automatic Transmission

NHTSA campaign 24V413000 · 2024 · reported 06/06/2024

A loss of drive power or a loss of park function increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module

NHTSA campaign 24V653000 · 2024 · reported 09/05/2024

Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Steering:steering Control Module

NHTSA campaign 24V729000 · 2024 · reported 10/01/2024

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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Visibility:rearview Mirrors/devices

NHTSA campaign 24V754000 · 2024 · reported 10/10/2024

Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Air Bags

NHTSA campaign 25V298000 · 2025 · reported 05/08/2025

A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“Tailgate unlatched one its own when I was backing up. It dropped and struck another vehicles bumper. Tailgate is smashed now. I was watching the…”NHTSA complaint 11663204 — filed 05/27/2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“I have a 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 with a 12” Uconnect/ infotainment/ telematics system. The system only works for a minute possibly 2 minutes if…”NHTSA complaint 11656592 — filed 04/24/2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
“The screen was replaced twice still doesnt work. Suspension was replaced twice”NHTSA complaint 11653521 — filed 04/08/2025 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2023 Ram 1500?

Electrical system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 58 of 182 NHTSA complaints (31.9%), followed by engine (45), unspecified/other issues (41), service brakes (32). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2023 Ram 1500 have?

182 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 10 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 3 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2023 Ram 1500 have any recalls?

Yes — 10 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 23V059000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2023 Ram 1500's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.