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2013 Ram 1500 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2013 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 12
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 1,279
Latest campaign: May 9, 2019

Recall summary by component12

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Power train	2	Dec 20, 2017	17V821000 13V610000
Air bags	2	May 9, 2017	17V302000 15V459000
Equipment	2	May 16, 2016	16E041000 15V461000
Latches/locks/linkages	1	May 9, 2019	19V347000
Seat belts	1	Jul 22, 2015	15V460000
Electronic stability control (ESC)	1	Jul 2, 2013	13V287000
Exterior lighting	1	Jun 4, 2013	13V237000
Engine and engine cooling	1	May 7, 2013	13V177000
Parking brake	1	Apr 3, 2013	13V128000

Safety recalls12

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

May 9, 2019Latest campaign


May 9, 201919V347000	Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate latch If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V347000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving. Risk If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue. Campaign NHTSA 19V347000 · May 9, 2019
Dec 20, 201717V821000	Power train: automatic transmission lever and linkage Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that… DetailsHide details for campaign 17V821000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition. Risk Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79. Campaign NHTSA 17V821000 · Dec 20, 2017
May 9, 201717V302000	Air bags If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash… DetailsHide details for campaign 17V302000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). If this fault occurs, the rollover side curtain air bag and the seat belt pretensioner will be disabled from deploying. Risk If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash that necessitates activation of these safety systems. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC software, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T25. Campaign NHTSA 17V302000 · May 9, 2017
May 16, 201616E041000	Equipment If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of a injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 16E041000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling aftermarket Mopar Canvas Seat Covers for certain 2012-2016 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. These Mopar canvas seat covers were sold through Chrysler dealerships beginning October 15, 2015. The seat covers can impede the deployment of the seat thorax airbags. Risk If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of a injury. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners to remove the front seat covers and return them for a full refund. The recall began on July 1, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S30. Campaign NHTSA 16E041000 · May 16, 2016
Jul 23, 201515V461000	Equipment: electrical radio/tape deck/cd etc. Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V461000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems. Risk Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R40. Campaign NHTSA 15V461000 · Jul 23, 2015
Jul 22, 201515V459000	Air bags: frontal This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy. DetailsHide details for campaign 15V459000 What's wrong Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured January 18, 2011, to October 7, 2014, and equipped with the Electronic Vehicle Information Center option. The affected vehicles have a steering wheel wiring harness that may rub against the driver air bag module retainer spring. Risk This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy. Inadvertent deployment of the air bag may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle crash. Remedy Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, repair as necessary, and secure the steering wheel wiring harness. Additionally, protective caps will be added to the air bag retainer spring ends. These repairs will be done free of charge. The recall began on September 18, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R36. Campaign NHTSA 15V459000 · Jul 22, 2015

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Ram). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component1,279

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

1,279Complaints filed

72Involving a crash

10Involving a fire

37Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Steering	640	50	21	0	3
Electrical system	227	18	3	6	1
Engine	123	10	5	2	1
Air bags	94	7	21	0	27
Power train	86	7	18	0	2
Service brakes	79	6	8	1	2
Unknown or other	50	4	4	0	2
Suspension	44	3	4	0	0
Structure	40	3	3	2	5
Vehicle speed control	37	3	6	1	0
Fuel/propulsion system	35	3	1	1	0
Exterior lighting	31	2	0	0	0
Electronic stability control (ESC)	17	1	2	1	2
Fuel system	15	1	1	0	0
Gasoline	15	1	1	0	0

15 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number, merged from NHTSA model names 1500, 1500 Crew, 1500 Quad.

Latest reports

Steering
“Power steering is intermittently working. My truck barely made it to the side of the road because it was so hard to steer. If there was more traffic at the time I don't think I would have made it.”
Filed 10/09/2026 · ODI 11770041
Steering
“The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH and attempting to make a right turn, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction.”
Filed 10/07/2026 · ODI 11769727
Steering
“Power steering. While driving lost all control of the power steering. Mechanic said it's a fault in the internal of the electronic power steering.”
Filed 09/26/2026 · ODI 11767177

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2013 Ram 1500 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2013 Ram 1500 have?

NHTSA lists 12 safety recall campaigns for the 2013 Ram 1500. The most recent, 19V347000 (reported May 9, 2019), concerns latches/locks/linkages. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2013 Ram 1500 recalls for?

The largest group is power train, with 2 campaigns. Others: air bags (2), equipment (2), latches/locks/linkages (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2013 Ram 1500?

Steering is the most-reported component, named in 640 complaints out of 1,279 filed with NHTSA (50%). Across all complaints, owners reported 72 crashs and 10 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2013 Ram 1500?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Ram). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ram dealer.

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Recall summary by component12

Safety recalls12

Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate latch

Power train: automatic transmission lever and linkage

Air bags

Equipment

Equipment: electrical radio/tape deck/cd etc.

Air bags: frontal