2023 Ram 2500 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Caution The 2023 Ram 2500 has 48 NHTSA complaints, 8 recall campaigns, and a complaint index of 8, ranking 13th of 14 model years. Its verdict is Caution, capped because of a park-outside recall and 8 dealer-visit recalls despite a low complaint index.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 8/100
- #13 of 14 2500 years
- Verdict
- Caution
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 48
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 8
- 1 Park Outside
- Crashes
- 4
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Electrical System
Top 2023 Ram 2500 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System15 (31%)
- Engine12 (25%)
- Transmission & Powertrain6 (13%)
- Airbags5 (10%)
- Brakes5 (10%)
- Other4 (8%)
- Steering4 (8%)
- Visibility & Wipers4 (8%)
- Structure & Body2 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires2 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Some trucks experienced brake failure with warnings for low brake fluid, stability control, and electronic trailer brakes appearing together.
- Owners describe the left turn signal triggering the high-beam headlights instead of or along with the turn signal, blinding oncoming traffic.
- A parked truck reportedly caught fire spontaneously, starting from the front end and spreading into the passenger cabin, at 57,000 miles.
- One owner reported airbags failing to deploy in a head-on collision at highway speed despite significant front and side damage.
- The HVAC system was reported to blow air through the defrost vents regardless of the mode selected, fogging or blocking the windshield view.
- A transmission was reported to hesitate on acceleration and shift harshly or not at all, starting around 12,000 miles.
2023 Ram 2500 recalls
8 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V288000May 7, 2026Transmission & Powertrain12,736 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Ram 2500 Pick up trucks. A software error in the powertrain control module may improperly allow the vehicle speed to exceed the tire speed rating, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Risk: Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 43D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 14, 2026.
- NHTSA 24V413000Jun 6, 2024Transmission & Powertrain214 vehicles
Power train:manual transmission
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. An insufficient weld in the transmission control unit can allow transmission fluid to leak on to electrical components, resulting in a loss of drive power or loss of park function.
Risk: A loss of drive power or a loss of park function increase the risk of a crash.
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. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 63B.
- NHTSA 24V199000Mar 14, 2024Airbags38,164 vehicles
Air bags:frontal:driver clockspring/spiral cassette
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 Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
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. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.
2023 compared with other 2500 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2023 Ram 2500 reliable?
- NHTSA lists 48 complaints and a complaint index of 8 for the 2023 Ram 2500, which is low compared to other years of this model. However, it carries 8 recall campaigns, including one park-outside fire risk recall, which caps its verdict at Caution.
- How does the 2023 Ram 2500 compare to other years?
- The 2023 model ranks 13th worst out of 14 model years by complaint index, meaning most other Ram 2500 years have higher complaint volumes. Still, its 8 recalls keep the verdict at Caution rather than Good.
- What is the top problem area for the 2023 Ram 2500?
- Electrical System complaints make up 31% of all complaints for the 2023 Ram 2500, the largest share, followed by Engine at 25%.
- Does the 2023 Ram 2500 have a Do Not Drive recall?
- No. NHTSA data shows 0 Do Not Drive recalls, but one of its 8 recalls is a park-outside recall covering an electrical short risk in the diesel engine's heater grid, which affects the verdict.
- What mileage do problems typically show up on the 2023 Ram 2500?
- The median mileage at failure across all reported problems is 23,500 miles, though Electrical System issues had a median of 34,500 miles and Engine issues a median of 12,000 miles.