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2023 Ram 1500 Fuel System Problems

Fuel System complaints make up 18 of 201 total complaints (9%) for the 2023 Ram 1500, with a median failure mileage of 9,130 miles. One related recall, campaign 23V263000, covers high pressure fuel pump failure on 3.0L diesel models.

Fuel System complaints
18
9% of 201
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
9,130 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

  • Vehicles unexpectedly stall at low speed or while turning, sometimes triggering the electronic parking brake without warning.
  • Engine loses power and stalls while merging or driving on the highway, with the dash showing a 'push to start' or 'apply brake' message.
  • Stalling events are sometimes linked to diagnostic code P032F, which dealers report finding no fix for.
  • Some owners report the 3.0L diesel fuel pump recall (23V263000) repair parts were unavailable at the dealer for an extended time.
  • One owner reports the plastic fuel tank has no protective metal cover, leading to a puncture from road debris.
  • Cold-start stalling occurs after brief driving, with the engine running roughly and losing power before self-correcting.

When 2023 Ram 1500 fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 21, 2023, latest May 2, 2026.

2023 Ram 1500 fuel system complaints: complaints filed per month2Apr 2023Jan 2024Jul 2024Jul 2025Dec 2025Apr 2026
18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2023 to May 2026; peak Aug 2024 (2).

Fuel System recalls for the 2023 Ram 1500

  1. NHTSA 23V263000Apr 13, 2023Fuel System45,832 vehicles

    Fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump

    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.

    Risk: 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.

Fuel System complaints by 1500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

  1. 201350 (4%)
  2. 2014275 (16%)
  3. 2015236 (16%)
  4. 2016279 (18%)
  5. 2017129 (15%)
  6. 2018139 (21%)
  7. 2019103 (7%)
  8. 202075 (12%)
  9. 202196 (14%)
  10. 202280 (13%)
  11. 202318 (9%)
  12. 20246 (8%)
  13. 202523 (7%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are fuel system complaints on the 2023 Ram 1500?
NHTSA lists 18 Fuel System complaints out of 201 total complaints for the 2023 Ram 1500, or 9% of all complaints for the year.
Is there a fuel system recall for the 2023 Ram 1500?
Yes. Recall campaign 23V263000 covers the high pressure fuel pump on 3.0L diesel-equipped 2022-2023 Ram 1500 trucks, which may fail; dealers replace the pump and related fuel system components free of charge.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically appear on the 2023 Ram 1500?
NHTSA data shows a median mileage at failure of 9,130 miles for Fuel System complaints on the 2023 Ram 1500.
Do fuel system issues cause crashes or fires on the 2023 Ram 1500?
NHTSA records 0 crashes and 0 fires linked to Fuel System complaints for the 2023 Ram 1500.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.