How common are electrical problems on the 2023 Ram 2500?

NHTSA lists 15 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Ram 2500, which is 31% of the 48 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2023 Ram 2500?

Yes. Recall campaign 23V060000, reported February 9, 2023, covers an electrical short that may occur near the heater grid on Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel Ram 2500, 3500, and related models. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the repair is done.

Have there been any fires linked to the 2023 Ram 2500 electrical system?

NHTSA data shows one fire reported among the 15 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Ram 2500, with no crashes or injuries recorded.

What is the most common electrical complaint on the 2023 Ram 2500?

The most frequently described pattern is the left turn signal triggering the high beam headlights to turn on, or vice versa, which several owners reported separately.

At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2023 Ram 2500?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2023 Ram 2500 is 34,500 miles.

2023 Ram 2500 Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 15 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Ram 2500, 31% of that year's 48 total complaints. One fire was reported, at a median failure mileage of 34,500 miles. A related recall (23V060000) covers an electrical short risk in the heater grid area.

Electrical System complaints: 15; 31% of 48
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 34,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Left turn signal activation causes the high beam headlights to switch on, blinding oncoming traffic, an issue reported repeatedly across multiple owners.
Some owners report the same fault in reverse: flashing the high beams triggers the left turn signal to activate on its own.
One owner reported the vehicle catching fire while parked in the driveway, with flames spreading from the front end into the passenger cabin.
An owner reported a bright light stuck on one side of the instrument cluster on power-up that could not be dimmed or turned off, creating a driving hazard at night.
One owner reported the dash lights and rear-view mirror display going blank with a flashing warning and audible alert while driving, an issue that recurred after the backup camera was replaced.
One owner reported the EGR valve de-energizing at highway speed, seizing the turbo and causing sudden deceleration with the check engine light illuminated.

When 2023 Ram 2500 electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 17, 2023, latest May 17, 2026.

15 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2023 to May 2026; peak Aug 2023 (2).

Electrical System recalls for the 2023 Ram 2500

NHTSA 23V060000Feb 9, 2023Electrical System302,067 vehiclesPark Outside
Electrical system:wiring:relays/solenoids
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ram 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, and 4500, 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles equipped with a Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engine. An electrical short may occur in the heater grid relay with the ignition on or off.
Risk: An electrical short in the relay can result in an engine compartment fire with the ignition on or off, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the relay, free of charge. This will be a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2023 model year vehicles. FCA US will notify dealers on or about 3/23/2023 and begin notifying owners on or about 4/5/2023. Phase 2 will include 2022 model year vehicles and Phase 3 will include 2021 model year vehicles. FCA US will notify dealers and owners on or about 4/27/2023 for Phase 2 and 5/11/2023 for Phase 3. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed March 28, 2023. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 5, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 13A. This recall is an expansion of and supersedes recall number 21V-798.

Electrical System complaints by 2500 model year

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

201345 (25%)
201445 (13%)
201531 (14%)
201640 (16%)
2017124 (18%)
2018478 (18%)
201930 (16%)
202020 (12%)
202136 (33%)
202261 (34%)
202315 (31%)
202412 (20%)
202539 (63%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2023 Ram 2500?: NHTSA lists 15 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Ram 2500, which is 31% of the 48 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for electrical issues on the 2023 Ram 2500?: Yes. Recall campaign 23V060000, reported February 9, 2023, covers an electrical short that may occur near the heater grid on Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel Ram 2500, 3500, and related models. Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the repair is done.
Have there been any fires linked to the 2023 Ram 2500 electrical system?: NHTSA data shows one fire reported among the 15 Electrical System complaints for the 2023 Ram 2500, with no crashes or injuries recorded.
What is the most common electrical complaint on the 2023 Ram 2500?: The most frequently described pattern is the left turn signal triggering the high beam headlights to turn on, or vice versa, which several owners reported separately.
At what mileage do electrical problems typically show up on the 2023 Ram 2500?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2023 Ram 2500 is 34,500 miles.