Is the 2013 Ram 3500 suspension a known problem?

Yes. NHTSA lists 26 complaints about Suspension, Wheels & Tires for the 2013 Ram 3500, making up 23% of all 114 complaints filed for that model year.

Does the 2013 Ram 3500 have a wheel or suspension recall?

Yes, two related recalls exist: campaign 21V398000 covering lug nut torque information in the manuals, and campaign 17V499000 covering AEV-installed aluminum wheels on 2013-2017 Ram 2500/3500 trucks.

At what mileage do 2013 Ram 3500 suspension problems usually appear?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 53,000 at the time of failure for suspension, wheel, and tire complaints on this model year.

Has the 2013 Ram 3500 wheel separation caused crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records show 1 crash, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the suspension, wheel, and tire complaints for the 2013 Ram 3500, including one report of a fatal wheel-detachment collision.

Is 2013 the worst year for Ram 3500 suspension complaints?

No. The 2014 Ram 3500 had more complaints in this area (51, 25% share), while 2013 had 26 complaints at a 23% share, similar to 2015 and 2016.

2013 Ram 3500 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

Owners filed 26 complaints about Suspension, Wheels & Tires on the 2013 Ram 3500, 23% of all 114 complaints that year. Reports include wheel separation,

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 26; 23% of 114
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 53,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Front end develops a violent shaking or "death wobble" at highway speeds, often after hitting a bump or pothole, requiring drivers to brake hard to regain control.
Wheels have separated from the axle while driving, in one case with smoke from the tire area and in another resulting in a fatal collision after a rear wheel detached.
Steering linkage or components fracture or loosen, causing loss of steering control that dealers reportedly could not diagnose despite repeated visits.
Tires develop splits in the tread grooves across multiple tires on the same truck, prompting recommendations for immediate replacement.
A front suspension shimmy or vibration starts at lower speeds and worsens over months into a stronger high-speed shake.

When 2013 Ram 3500 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 30, 2014, latest Jan 13, 2025.

26 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2014 to Jan 2025; peak May 2017 (3).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2013 Ram 3500

NHTSA 21V398000May 27, 2021Suspension, Wheels & Tires447,985 vehicles
Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.
Risk: Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y36 owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y26 owner notification letters were mailed on December 1, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's numbers for this recall are Y26 and Y36.
NHTSA 17V499000Aug 10, 2017Suspension, Wheels & Tires1,765 vehicles
Wheels
Streetcar ORV LLC, dba American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500 and 3500 heavy duty trucks, modified by AEV to be equipped with cast aluminum Katla 8.5" road wheels. The outer surface of the wheel may fracture, resulting in rapid air loss.
Risk: If the wheel fractures, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: AEV will notify owners, and dealers will replace the wheels with wheels of similar value, free of charge. The recall began on August 30, 2017. Owners may contact AEV customer service at 1-248-926-0256 extension 500.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by 3500 model year

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

201326 (23%)
201451 (25%)
201531 (23%)
201632 (24%)
201739 (13%)
201844 (5%)
201922 (16%)
202012 (10%)
202111 (18%)
20223 (2%)
20233 (18%)
20247 (16%)
20254 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2013 Ram 3500 suspension a known problem?: Yes. NHTSA lists 26 complaints about Suspension, Wheels & Tires for the 2013 Ram 3500, making up 23% of all 114 complaints filed for that model year.
Does the 2013 Ram 3500 have a wheel or suspension recall?: Yes, two related recalls exist: campaign 21V398000 covering lug nut torque information in the manuals, and campaign 17V499000 covering AEV-installed aluminum wheels on 2013-2017 Ram 2500/3500 trucks.
At what mileage do 2013 Ram 3500 suspension problems usually appear?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 53,000 at the time of failure for suspension, wheel, and tire complaints on this model year.
Has the 2013 Ram 3500 wheel separation caused crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records show 1 crash, 1 fire, and 1 injury among the suspension, wheel, and tire complaints for the 2013 Ram 3500, including one report of a fatal wheel-detachment collision.
Is 2013 the worst year for Ram 3500 suspension complaints?: No. The 2014 Ram 3500 had more complaints in this area (51, 25% share), while 2013 had 26 complaints at a 23% share, similar to 2015 and 2016.