2023 Ram 1500 VIN Check, Recalls & Reliability
The 2023 Ram 1500 has good reliability. There are 10 recalls and 145 owner complaints on file for the 2023 RAM 1500. Severity signals include 9 crash-related complaints. The most commonly reported problem areas are: Electrical System (35), Unknown Or Other (24), Power Train (15).
1500 reliability snapshot
Data sourced from Auto Reliability Index, aggregating NHTSA recalls, owner complaints, and RepairPal repair-cost records.
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Most-reported 2023 Ram 1500 issues
Owner-reported problem categories from NHTSA complaint filings. Counts reflect complaints per category for the most-recent model year on file.
- Electrical System35
- Unknown Or Other24
- Power Train15
- Steering13
- Engine12
- Structure8
Pre-purchase inspection checklist for the 2023 Ram 1500
Hands-on checks distilled from real NHTSA complaint patterns and recall histories. Bring this list to a test drive or mechanic inspection.
- Test infotainment system for black screens or freezing
- Check heater core for leaks or overheating signs
- Inspect battery and charging system for voltage drops
- Verify tailgate latch operation to prevent unexpected opening
- Test brake pedal return to ensure it fully depresses
- Check for any active recalls related to the vehicle
- Test auto start-stop functionality for unexpected shutdowns
2023 1500 recalls (10)
Every NHTSA safety recall logged against the 2023 1500. A VIN check confirms whether any recall remains unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
- AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMNHTSA 25V298000May 8, 2025
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The driver's side air bag may not be connected properly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence: A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers secured the connectors for the air bag, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 08C.
- VISIBILITYNHTSA 24V754000Oct 10, 2024
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 1500 Classic vehicles equipped with heated trailer tow rearview mirrors. The mirror glass may detach from the driver's side heated trailer tow rearview mirror. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the mirror glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 5, 2024. Owners may contact FCA Customer Service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 86B.
- STEERING, EXTERIOR LIGHTINGNHTSA 24V729000Oct 1, 2024
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Turn signals that do not function properly may fail to indicate the driver's intention to change vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is A1B.
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)NHTSA 24V653000Sep 5, 2024
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019, 2021-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Consequence: Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 10, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 85B.
- POWER TRAINNHTSA 24V413000Jun 6, 2024
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.
Consequence: 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.
- AIR BAGS, STEERINGNHTSA 24V199000Mar 14, 2024
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."
Consequence: 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.
- STEERING, EXTERIOR LIGHTINGNHTSA 23V799000Nov 28, 2023
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2023-2024 Ram 2500, 4500/5500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the high beams to activate when the turn signal is used or activate the turn signal when the high beams are used. In addition, the turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence: Turn signals and/or high beams that do not function as intended may cause confusion or reduced visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the steering column control module (SCCM) software, and inspect and replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are B2A and D5A.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 23V654000Sep 28, 2023
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ram 1500, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and 2022-2024 Ram 2500 vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 97A.
- FUEL SYSTEM, DIESELNHTSA 23V263000Apr 13, 2023
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.
Consequence: 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.
- BACK OVER PREVENTIONNHTSA 23V059000Feb 9, 2023
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ram 1500 and 2023 Ram 2500 vehicles. The trailer reverse steering control module (TRSCM) may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the TRSCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 14A. This recall supersedes and expands previous recall numbers 21V-438 and 21V-918. FCA US Recall ID 63A is a vehicle population expansion of FCA US Recall ID 14A (NHTSA Recall ID 23V-059).
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2023 Ram 1500 resale snapshot
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2023 Ram 1500 on the road
404,608 2023 Ram 1500 units were sold new in the US — a key signal for the size of today's used-market inventory.
How the 2023 Ram 1500 stacks up against rivals
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Reliability verdict for the 2023 Ram 1500
With a reliability score slightly above the segment average, the 2023 Ram 1500 lands in the moderate range. The data points to performance that is broadly in line with peers rather than clearly stronger or weaker, suggesting a typical reliability profile for the class.
Complaints are not confined to a single system. Electrical-system reports lead, but “unknown or other” is also prominent, and powertrain, steering, and engine concerns all register meaningful activity. That spread implies multiple areas can drive owner dissatisfaction rather than one dominant weak point. Recall activity is elevated, indicating more factory-corrected items than a limited recall year.
Overall, the data supports a moderate buyer risk level rather than a low-risk or high-risk outlier.
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2023 Ram 1500 — Frequently asked questions
Is the 2023 Ram 1500 reliable?
With a reliability score slightly above the segment average, the 2023 Ram 1500 lands in the moderate range. The data points to performance that is broadly in line with peers rather than clearly stronger or weaker, suggesting a typical reliability profile for the class.
How many recalls does the 2023 Ram 1500 have?
10 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2023 Ram 1500. A VIN check confirms whether any remain unrepaired on a specific vehicle.
What are the most common 2023 Ram 1500 problems?
The most-reported 2023 Ram 1500 problem areas are: Electrical System (35), Unknown Or Other (24), Power Train (15).
Should I run a VIN check on a 2023 Ram 1500?
Yes. A VIN report verifies title brands, odometer history, accident records, and recall completion on a specific 2023 Ram 1500, complementing the model-year reliability data on this page.