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2023 Ram 1500 Problems, Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2023 Ram 1500, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.

Written by Amir Guerami, Attorney· Last reviewed

Recall campaigns

11

NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.

205

Data last refreshed (Eastern time)

November 6, 2026

NHTSA lists 11 recall campaigns for the 2023 1500 and 205 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is electrical system, with 68 reports.

Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.

Top Reported Problems

Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.

  1. UNKNOWN OR OTHER46
  2. SERVICE BRAKES34
  3. POWER TRAIN29
  4. STEERING18
  5. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM15
  6. EXTERIOR LIGHTING15

2023 1500 Recall Records

Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE · 26V495000

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The second-row center and left-side seat belt buckle anchors may have been improperly installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and attach the seat belt buckle anchor to the body structure as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 67D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 6, 2026.

AIR BAGS | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING · 25V298000

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."

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.

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES · 24V754000

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."

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.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL | STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE · 24V729000

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."

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.

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE · 24V653000

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."

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 TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · 24V413000

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.

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:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE | STEERING:COLUMN · 24V199000

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."

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:STEERING CONTROL MODULE | EXTERIOR LIGHTING · 23V799000

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."

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 PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION · 23V654000

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."

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, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · 23V263000

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.

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.

Check Your VIN at NHTSA

2023 1500 Service Bulletins

A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.

Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.

NumberDateComponentSummaryNHTSA record
S2623000057Oct 9, 2026AIR BAGSAfter Recent Service, A Replacement Occupant Classification Module (OCM) Is Non-Responsive.11038555
S2623000057Oct 9, 2026AIR BAGSAfter Recent Service, A Replacement Occupant Classification Module (OCM) Is Non-Responsive.11038518
S2621000004Sep 30, 2026POWER TRAINThe Customer May Complain About a Popping Noise, Grinding Noise, or an Intermittent No Reverse or Forward Transmission Engagement. The Tech May Find Damaged and/or Worn Transmis…11038329
9100898Sep 8, 2026ENGINEEngine PNs: MY 24-26 WD/DT (5.7L) Code P00B is being misdiagnosed and incorrect parts are being installed causing over repair. Refer to SOL S2609000006 The IAFM Foam Engine Vall…11037347
113855Aug 18, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODYSWITCH AND BEZEL - FRONT DOOR11036364
113854Aug 18, 2026STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSWITCH AND BEZEL - FRONT DOOR11036363
114072Aug 17, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMMOTOR - WINDOW REGULATOR11036362
114073Aug 17, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMMOTOR - WINDOW REGULATOR11036361
9100274 Rev 1Jul 28, 2026LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTIONBlindspot Module For concern on Blindspot Module setting U11FB-00 Lost Communication with Left Blind Spot Sensor, U11FA-00 Lost Communication with Right Blind Spot Sensor. Some…11035992
08-291-26Jul 22, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMR1H UBQ/UEQ Intermittent HVAC Page Lockup Customers may experience one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: ● Intermittently the HVAC page on the Display Screen Module will chan…11035315
08-288-26Jul 21, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMRadio Does Not Display Selected Drive Mode Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● Drive Mode setting reverts back to "Auto" on Display Screen Module while the Inst…11035312
S2608000033Jul 17, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODYCluster Message “To Operate Tailgate Shift to Park” Vehicle is In Park11035198
08-270-26Jul 10, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUconnect® Screen Image Changes Size, Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● The Uconnect® screen image changes size, moves or is out of place unprompted.11035045
21-054-26Jul 9, 2026POWER TRAINFlash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates Customers may comment on one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: ● Harsh or slipping feeling during upshifts (1st - 5th). ● H…11035056
08-269-26Jul 8, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKESR1L/R1H Trailer Brake Setting In Radio Cannot Be Changed Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● Trailer brake setting in radio cannot be changed.11035044
08-268-26Jul 8, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMSXM Radio Doesn't Reflect Station Or Song Changing Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● When playing SXM stations the radio does not reflect the current station…11035043
113276Jul 6, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERCORE – HEATER11035075
113277Jul 6, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERCORE – HEATER11035074
9100833 REV1Jul 6, 2026FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMFuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long crank, fuel gauge accuracy and drivability issues, the technician should…11035064
S2508000025 REV. BJul 6, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMInstrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and Radio Compass Display has Dashes (--)11034926
All 2023 1500 records at NHTSA

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