2013 Ram 2500 problems and complaints
Owners have filed 178 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Ram 2500. The most-reported areas: Engine (43), Electrical System (41), Steering (31).
Key takeaways
- 178 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 7 involve a crash, 7 a fire, 4 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 43 | 24% |
| Electrical System | 41 | 23% |
| Steering | 31 | 17% |
| Unknown Or Other | 23 | 13% |
| Suspension | 23 | 13% |
| Power Train | 22 | 12% |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 22 | 12% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 8% |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 5% |
| Fuel System | 9 | 5% |
| Air Bags | 8 | 4% |
| Diesel | 8 | 4% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Ram 2500 Crew PU/CC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3/5 |
| 2013 Ram 2500 Crew PU/CC 2WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 |
| 2013 Ram 2500 Mega PU/EC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3/5 |
| 2013 Ram 2500 Mega PU/EC 2WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4/5 |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Unknown Or Other - filed 2026-06-04
The ABS module is not working. Part # 68052421AF is part of a recall # C4B but not for my truck. The VIN states it's been reprogrammed. What can I do?
Engine - filed 2026-03-06
Jan 8 th had Ram 67A recall performed. Feb1 the EL on dash comes on and def system engine shutdown countdown. Feb 4 brought truck to dealer for service fix. Feb 5 dealer states that truck needs new DEF injector, Wiring harness , and SCR .and covered under the 67A recall warranty. Dealer states truck will be ready Feb ...
Power Train,engine - filed 2025-11-27
Over time the transmission cooling line to the radiator was rubbing against another part in the engine compartment resulting in a hole in the line and eventually catastrophic failure of the line. This caused transmission fluid to be sprayed around the engine compartment and the roadway creating an environmental issue. ...
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.