2013 Ram 1500
Problems, recalls and owner-reported issues
Steering is the leading concern among 1,277 owner complaints filed for this model year. This is the 5th highest complaint count among 17 1500 model years with reports.
Of the 2013 reports, 72 involved a crash and 10 involved a fire. 37 people were injured.
What owners report most often
Recalls and investigations
Latches/locks/linkages, tailgate, latchMay 9, 2019
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.
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.
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 19V347000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, automatic transmission, lever and linkage, column shiftDec 20, 2017
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.
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.
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 17V821000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bagsMay 9, 2017
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.
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.
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 17V302000 on NHTSA.gov
EquipmentMay 16, 2016
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.
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.
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 16E041000 on NHTSA.gov
Equipment, electrical, radio/tape deck/cd etc.Jul 23, 2015
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.
Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 15V461000 on NHTSA.gov
Seat beltsJul 22, 2015
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured June 20, 2012, to January 26, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the side impact sensor calibrations may be overly sensitive, and as a result, the side air bag inflatable curtains and seat air bags may unexpectedly deploy and the seat belt pre-tensioners may activate.
Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Occupant Restraint Control module calibration, free of charge. The recall began on September 8, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R23.
Campaign 15V460000 on NHTSA.gov
Air bags, frontalJul 22, 2015
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.
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.
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 15V459000 on NHTSA.gov
Power train, automatic transmissionDec 6, 2013
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 300 AWD, Dodge Charger AWD, and Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles equipped with ZF all wheel drive ("AWD") 8HP45 transmissions. In the affected vehicles, the transmission output shaft may fracture.
The transmission output shaft fracture could result in a loss of power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, if the parking brake is not applied before exiting the vehicle, the vehicle may roll away despite the transmission being placed in 'Park'.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the transmissions, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Customers may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall number is N65.
Campaign 13V610000 on NHTSA.gov
Electronic stability control (ESC)Jul 2, 2013
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 4x4 trucks manufactured June 26, 2012, through February 5, 2013. Due to a software issue with the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) module, the ESC system may be disabled when the vehicle is started.
A disabled ESC system may result in loss of directional control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ESC module software, free of charge. The recall began on September 11, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N37.
Campaign 13V287000 on NHTSA.gov
Exterior lighting, turn signalJun 4, 2013
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks manufactured September 9, 2012, through March 5, 2013 and equipped with optional premium tail lamps. In the affected vehicles, the turn signal indicator may not flash at a double rate to give a notification to the driver of a turn signal malfunction. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Without a warning that the turn signal is malfunctioning, the driver would continue to use the vehicle, unaware that other drivers on the road are not being notified that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Central Body Controller software, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N35.
Campaign 13V237000 on NHTSA.gov
Engine and engine coolingMay 7, 2013
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured manufactured June 25, 2012, through December 12, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the coolant bypass valve may stick in a position that does not allow coolant to flow into the heater core. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Vehicle Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems."
Without a properly working windshield defrosting system, a buildup of mositure or ice could limit the driver's ability to see, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace replace the suspect coolant valves along with an updated calibration, free of charge. The recall began on June 25, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N25.
Campaign 13V177000 on NHTSA.gov
Parking brakeApr 3, 2013
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 vehicles manufactured December 17, 2012, through January 22, 2013. The parking brake cable equalizer was set incorrectly and may not hold the vehicle on a 20% grade. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the parking brake performance requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
If the parking brake fails to operate as designed, the vehicle could roll when parked, increasing the risk of a crash.
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reset the parking brake cable equalizer if required, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N22.
Campaign 13V128000 on NHTSA.gov
Representative owner complaints
1,277 reports, newest first.
Suspension, Sep 29, 2021
The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated the vehicle had seized and the air ride system became inoperable. The front end was lower than the rear end. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the contact was informed that the air ride pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 99,618.
Power train, Sep 19, 2021
Noticed tick noise coming from my HEMI engine upon starting. Took to mechanic who verified there are multiple broken bolts on both sidesof exhaust manifolds creating dangerous exhaust conditions. Reading that there have been multiple complaints on the Ram 1500 Hemi models in this time frame for same complaint. Only have 85K miles on this 2013 model., A recall should be considered and this should be covered cost by manufacturer.
Steering, Sep 16, 2021
While driving at normal speed power steering light came on and all the sudden power steering was lost. Has happened multiple times within the last two weeks and at different speeds. Scary situation when driving down the road because the wheel actually jerks when it loses power.
Engine, Aug 28, 2021
Exhaust manifold leak due to both rear studs breaking on each side of the engine. This is my 3rd dodge ram with the 5.7 liter engine that has had this problem. The other vehicle years were a 2003 Ram 2500 and a 2014 Ram 1500. With as many complaints about this problem, I am surprised there hasn't been a fix and a recall. So far, I am 3 trucks each with the same issue. I would think that two exhaust manifolds leaking in the engine compartment would pose as a safety issue by breathing the fumes sucked into the cab.
Air bags, Aug 18, 2021, crash
The contact owned a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that he was hit head-on by another vehicle. The contact stated that although the airbag warning lights illuminated the instrument panel; however, the airbags failed to deploy. The contact was taken to the hospital where he was treated for the soreness to his back. The other driver was able to walk away from the accident and appeared to not be injured. A police report was filed at the scene (DIV421070591). Due to the accident, the vehicle was towed to an independent tow yard and was deemed a total loss. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that there was a recall on the vehicle(recall unknown); however, he was informed that the recall was not related to the airbag failure. The manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure mileage was approximately 242,000. The VIN was not available.
Steering, Aug 16, 2021
The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, while attempting to make a turn the steering wheel seized. The electric power steering was later restored independently. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19E077000 (Steering). The failure mileage was 228,064.
Steering, Aug 3, 2021
While driving under normal conditions steering warning indicator comes on and results in total loss of power steering assist. Vehicle is VERY difficult to steer and requires immediate stopping/pull over. Power steering will return after vehicle is shut off for approximately 5 minutes and restarted. The loss of power steering has happened at various speeds, from 5mph to 65mph and while turning, as well as driving straight ahead. It happened one time directly at start up, but seems to normally occur after 10-15 minutes of driving. My local mechanic stated it was a steering control module, but have not taken vehicle to dealer as of yet to confirm. The vehicle has not been inspected by other agenices. No other warning indicators come on prior to this fault, there is no repeatable condition that seems to be present before this occurs, other than normal driving.
Steering, Jul 9, 2021
The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the service power steering message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to steer while driving. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the steering rack was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and was given a case number [XXX]. The failure mileage was 54,464. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).”
Air bags, Jun 8, 2021, crash
The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle crashed into the rear of the a second vehicle causing severe damage to the front end. During the crash the air bag did not deploy. The driver sustained a fractured right foot and bruises the arms and torso which required medical treatment. A police report was taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed away. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Power train, Jun 7, 2021
I was driving down the road on 222 near Lancaster pennsylvania when without any warning lights or noise or any form of warning my rear differential locked up while I was driving. It snapped my drivshaft off the flange that attaches it to the differential.
Air bags, Jun 7, 2021, crash
Front end impact during a traffic collision failed to actuate the airbags resulting in a neck/upper back injury. The collision occurred at approx. 35-40mph into another car (broadside collision).
Other or unspecified, May 21, 2021
Exhaust manifold warped and bolts broke, causing risk of CO^2 contamination in passenger compartment. The above listed issue is recognized as a "Known Issue" on the FCA's Mopar Recall Check tool. Multiple forums document ongoing recurrences with with certain years of the Ram 1500, https://www.ramforum.com/threads/recall-no-more-5-7l-exhaust-manifold-bolts.117041/ The problem has been inspected, diagnosed and acknowledged by Mopar RAM Service Technicians at Charlie's Dodge in Maumee, Ohio. Audible knocking sound from engine compartment was noticeable, with zero warning indicators to alert to a problem. Previous technicians pacified me with statements that indicated that the knocking noise was a typical RAM Truck sound that goes away after the motor warms up. (But it never goes away)
Steering, May 12, 2021
WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREETS IN HOUSTON AND ABOUT TO TURN INTO AN INTERSECTION, THE POWER STEERING WENT OUT IMMEDIATELY AND WITHOUT WARNING. THE STEERING BECAME EXTREMELY STIFF AND CONTROLLING THE VEHICLE REQUIRED MUCH MORE EFFORT THAN TYPICAL MANUAL STEERING. I AM A MALE WITH GOOD ARM STRENGTH; HAD MY WIFE BEEN DRIVING THERE IS NO DOUBT SHE WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL. I DID NOT CRASH, BUT PULLED OVER WHILE NARROWLY MISSING OTHER VEHICLES AND A PEDESTRIAN. A WARNING MESSAGE ON MY DASH SAID SOMETHING LIKE 'POWER STEERING SERVICE REQUIRED'. TEXAN DODGE DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED THE EPS MODULE HAD FAILED, AND THE REPAIR WAS ESTIMATED AT $3,100. PREVIOUS SAFETY RECALL S19 BY RAM COVERED THIS REPAIR ON A SMALL NUMBER OF PICKUPS FROM 2015-2016 MODEL YEARS. HOWEVER, BASED ON AN INTERNET SEARCH IT IS ABUNDANTLY APPARENT THAT THIS MALFUNCTION HAS OCCURRED IN MANY RAM PICKUPS FROM 2013 FORWARD. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS MALFUNCTION THAT MAY HAVE ALREADY RESULTED IN INJURIES OR DEATHS.
Steering, May 10, 2021
POWER STEERING WENT OUT INSTANTLY WHILE STOPPED PREPARING TO ENTER A CAR WASH. MADE IT THROUGH THE CAR WASH, TURNED THE ENGINE OFF, THEN BACK ON, WOW! POWER STEERING STARTED WORKING PERFECTLY AGAIN. AFTER A MILE OR SO POWER STEERING WENT OUT AGAIN. IT APPEARS TO BE SOME SORT OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEM WITH THE ELECTRONIC STEERING ASSIST. AFTER RESEARCHING I DISCOVERED THIS SEEMS TO BE AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH DODGE RAM TRUCKS AS FAR BACK AS 2012.
Steering, May 5, 2021
I WAS DRIVING MY 2013 RAM 1500 TRUCK WHEN THE EPS ( ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING) WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO TURN LEFT OR RIGHT IT WANTED TO STAY STRAIGHT WHILE A SERVICE POWER STEERING POPPED UP ON THE DASH COMPUTER
Steering, Apr 26, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS POWER STEERING ASSIST AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED BACK TO THE RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER NOR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT RELATED THE ISSUE TO AN UNKNOWN RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 100,200.
Air bags, Apr 23, 2021
BEEN EXPERIENCING A 'SERVICE AIRBAG SYSTEM' ACROSS MY INFO SCREEN ALONG WITH AN ANNOYING TONE. IT HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS RUNNING, PARKED, AS WELL AS ALL FORWARD AND REVERSE GEARS. TODAY WAS THE FIRST OPPORTUNITY I HAD TO GET THE TRUCK INTO THE DEALERSHIP TO DIAGNOSE THE ISSUE. FOUND THAT THE AIRBAG IN THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT HAS A FAULTY CIRCUIT. I BELIEVE THAT THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE & SHOULD BE REPAIRED BY THE MANUFACTURER.
Steering, Apr 21, 2021
MY VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING ON A CITY STREET. I MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN AND JUST AS I WAS 1/4 OF THE WAY THROUGH THE TURN THE POWER STEERING FAILED COMPLETELY. WE NARROWLY AVOIDED HITTING A CONCRETE LIGHT POLE AND ANOTHER VEHICLE. WE BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO A FULL STOP AND PARKED THE VEHICLE. UPON RESTARTING THE VEHICLE...THE STEERING WAS WORKING AGAIN. WE ATTEMPTED TO DRIVE HOME AND WHEN MAKING A LEFT TURN THE STEERING WENT OUT AGAIN. WE PARKED THE VEHICLE AND CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER WHO SAID THERE WAS NOTHING THEY COULD DO FOR US. VEHICLE IS AT THE DEALER BEING REPAIRED FOR $3200. SAME MAKE AND MODEL HAS A RECALL FOR THE SAME ISSUE MULTIPLE YEARS. MANUFACTURER SAYS THEY CAN NOT HELP WHATSOEVER.
Steering, Apr 9, 2021
DRIVING HOME YESTERDAY AFTER A SHORT 1 HOUR DRIVE. AS I PULLED INTO MY NEIGHBORHOOD MY POWER STEERING WENT OUT. FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO MAKE THE LAST FEW TURNS TO GET HOME AND GET THE TRUCK INTO THE DRIVEWAY. AFTER RESEARCHING I DISCOVERED THAT THIS VEHICLE (2013 RAM 1500 ) HAS THOUSANDS OF COMPLAINTS ONLINE ON YOUR PAGE AND FORUMS OF PEOPLE WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. CHRYSLER RECALLED 2015-2016 VEHICLES WITH THE SAME SYSTEM BUT WON'T RECALL THE VEHICLE THE PART FIRST CAME OUT IN. THIS MORNING I GOT UP AND THE STEERING WAS FINE, THEN AN HOUR LATER IT WASN'T WORKING AGAIN. I WAS FORTUNATE THAT IT DIDN'T GO OUT ON MY WAY HOME YESTERDAY WHILE ON THE NARROW SHAND'S BRIDGE IN GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FLORIDA AS ANY SLIGHT SWERVING ON THAT BRIDGE WOULD PROBABLY LEAD TO A HEAD ON COLLISION SINCE IT IS SO NARROW AND HAS HIGHWAY SPEEDS. MY TRUCK ONLY HAS 68,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS BEEN BABIED SINCE NEW. THE DEALER WANTS $3500 TO REPLACE THE PART. THIS IS AN EXTREME SAFETY HAZARD AND SHOULD BE RECALLED SINCE ANY SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING IN A BIG TRUCK IS VERY DANGEROUS. I HAD NO WARNING SIGNS THAT THERE WAS ANYTHING WRONG WITH MY TRUCK BEFORE THE LOSS OF STEERING. JUST MADE A TURN AND IT WAS GONE. HAD THIS BEEN MY GIRLFRIEND DRIVING SHE PROBABLY WOULD HAVE RUN INTO THE NEIGHBORS YARD OR CARS OR KIDS ON THE CORNER WHERE I MADE THE TURN BECAUSE THERE IS NO WAY SHE WAS GONNA TURN THAT WHEEL AFTER THE POWER STEERING WENT OUT A QUICK INTERNET SEARCH WILL SHOW TONS OF COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME PROBLEM. THE PART IS THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING MODULE A PICTURE OF THE PART/ AND OR SERIAL NUMBER IS ATTACHED
Engine, Apr 7, 2021
BOTH MANIFOLDS ARE LEAKING
Latches/locks/linkages, Apr 1, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 RAM 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE TAILGATE OPENED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V347000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) SEVERAL WEEKS BEFORE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO JEEP CHRYSLER DODGE RAM FIAT OF ONTARIO (1202 AUTO CENTER DR, ONTARIO, CA 91761) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE LATCHES WERE STICKING DUE TO DIRT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 47,000.
Steering, Mar 26, 2021
LOST POWER STEERING WHILE DRIVING ( EPS ISSUE). THIS HAPPENED WHILE MAKING A TURN AND DROVE OFF THE ROAD. I UNDERSTAND THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE, THE DODGE DEALER TELLS ME MINE DOESN'T FALL UNDER THIS RECALL. ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING FAILURE. I UNDERSTAND 8 PEOPLE HAVE DIED BECAUSE OF THIS ISSUE, THANK GOD I WASN'T # 9. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE FOR 2013 - 2019. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND SHOULD APPLY TO ALL OF THEM.
Steering, Electrical system, Mar 22, 2021
MY POWER STEERING MOMENTARILY LOCKED UP YESTERDAY AND THEN AGAIN TODAY DRIVING AT SLOW SPEEDS TURNING THE WHEEL SHARPLY. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING PUMP, BELT, OR FLUID UNTIL I LOOKED INTO IT AND FOUND IT WAS ELECTRONIC AND THERE HAS BEEN SIMILAR ISSUES WITH OTHER VEHICLES OF THE SAME MAKE AND THERE WERE SAFETY RECALLS FOR OTHER RAM TRUCKS WITH DIFFERENT EPS PART NUMBERS. I THOUGHT FOR SURE MINE WOULD BE ON THE LIST BUT WAS NOT.
Suspension, Mar 19, 2021
TRUCK AIR SUSPENSION CONSISTENTLY FAILS DROPPING TO THE FRAME BUMP STOPS ON DRIVES (MOVING) WHEN AERO MODE IS AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGED. TRUCK DOES NOT RECOVER TO NORMAL RIDE HEIGHT AND PREVENTS PROPER HANDLING OF THE VEHICLE (IN MOTION). LONG DRIVES IN AERO MODE (ABOVE 60 MPH) CAUSES THE SYSTEM TO FAIL AND TRUCK BODY DROPS SHORTLY AFTER, OR FAILS COMPLETELY. TRUCK CANNOT HANDLE THE LOWERING MODES WITHOUT FAILING (AERO OR ENTRY EXIT). TRUCK WILL ALSO LOWER ITSELF WITHOUT WARNING (STATIONARY). WAS WASHING (STATIONARY) TRUCK AND CLEANING WHEEL WELL WHEN REAR OF TRUCK STARTED TO DROP. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION, ANYONE CHANGING A TIRE OR WORKING UNDER THEIR TRUCK COULD GET CAUGHT OR CRUSHED WHEN SUSPENSION FAILS OR DROPS WITHOUT WARNING. DRIVING WHEN SUSPENSION FAILS COULD CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL WHEN TRUCK COLLAPSES TO FRAME (NO SUSPENSION). THIS CAUSES THE TRUCK TO VIOLENTLY HOP OFF THE PAYMENT (TIRES LOSING CONTACT WITH ROAD) EVEN WITH THE SLIGHTEST BUMP IN THE ROAD. I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THE TRUCK AND IT'S BEEN TO THE DEALER 4 TIMES IN THE LAST 5 MONTHS. I'VE REPLACED THE AIR COMPRESSOR, VALUE BLOCK (WHERE AIR SUSPENSION LINES INTERSECT) AND AIR LINES. DIDN'T FIX THE ISSUE. I'VE COMMUNICATED THIS ISSUE TO CHRYSLER CUSTOMER SERVICE RAM. NO RESPONSE YET. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION AND RAM NEEDS TO RESOLVE THIS PROBLEM OR PROVIDE AND EFFECTIVE RESOLUTION \ FIX. PLEASE HELP. SUSPENSION PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN ONGOING FOR SIX MONTHS. 03/15 IS THE LATEST OCCURRENCE.
Steering, Electrical system, Mar 13, 2021
MY ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE RACK AND PINION IS NON FUNCTIONING, SHOULD BE UNDER SOME SORT OF A SAFETY RECALL! WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET.