The 2023 Ram 1500's low safety profile includes 10 recall campaigns and 0 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

24V1990002024-14-03

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE

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."

An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

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23V2630002023-13-04

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

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.

Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V0590002023-09-02

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

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."

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.

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23V6540002023-28-09

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

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."

A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

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23V7990002023-28-11

STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE

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."

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.

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24V4130002024-06-06

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

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.

A loss of drive power or a loss of park function increase the risk of a crash.

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24V6530002024-05-09

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

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."

Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.

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24V7290002024-01-10

STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE

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."

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.

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24V7540002024-10-10

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

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."

Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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25V2980002025-08-05

AIR BAGS

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."

A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Ram 1500 Fuel Economy

12–24mpg combined

10-21city

14-29hwy

$1,900-$4,800/yr

With 13 configurations tested, the 2023 Ram 1500 ranges from 12 to 24 MPG combined. That's a 12 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim

1500 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

24mpg

3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel DriveDiesel

21 city29 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

1500 HFE 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

23mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

20 city26 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average

1500 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

22mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

20 city25 hwy~$2,000/yr5/10 Average

1500 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

21mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

19 city24 hwy~$2,100/yr4/10 Average

1500 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

20mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

18 city23 hwy~$2,600/yr4/10 Average

1500 Classic 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

20mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

17 city25 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average

1500 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

19mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

17 city22 hwy~$2,750/yr4/10 Average

1500 Classic 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

19mpg

3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

16 city23 hwy~$2,300/yr4/10 Average

1500 Classic 2WD - Automatic 8-spd

17mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive

15 city21 hwy~$3,100/yr3/10 Poor

1500 Classic 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

17mpg

5.7L 8-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive

15 city20 hwy~$3,100/yr3/10 Poor

1500 TRX 4WD - Automatic 8-spd

12mpg

6.2L 8-cyl Supercharged · 4-Wheel Drive

10 city14 hwy~$4,800/yr1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2023 Ram 1500

40States

28%in top 3

If you're near Texas, you're in luck: 14% of listings are there. But with 40 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

TXTexas

8,08414%

FLFlorida

4,4688%

MIMichigan

3,1406%

PAPennsylvania

2,9525%

OHOhio

2,8335%

CACalifornia

2,5655%

GAGeorgia

2,1194%

COColorado

1,7883%

DEDelaware

1,7573%

AZArizona

1,6593%

MNMinnesota

1,6213%

NCNorth Carolina

1,6153%

MOMissouri

1,6013%

OKOklahoma

1,4333%

DCWashington DC

1,2442%

ILIllinois

1,2192%

NYNew York

1,1432%

MDMaryland

1,0862%

TNTennessee

9842%

OROregon

9372%

INIndiana

9342%

UTUtah

8161%

NH802

WA799

NJ756

NV719

WI635

NE629

AL510

VT486

RI482

VA479

MA430

IA407

AR397

SC367

KY367

LA337

ME310

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2023.

2023 Ram 1500: Questions Buyers Ask

Pricing, reliability, and ownership answers

Is the 2023 Ram 1500 a good car to buy?

Here's the short version on the 2023 Ram 1500. There are 10 recalls to verify before purchase. Dig into the safety overview and pricing trends for recall-by-recall detail.

Are there recalls on the 2023 Ram 1500?

Yes, 10 recalls on record. The good news: recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Check the safety report for specifics, and always run the VIN before buying.

What's the gas mileage of the 2023 Ram 1500?

Fuel economy ranges from 12 to 24 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $2188 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

How does the 2023 compare to other Ram 1500 years?

Each Ram 1500 model year has different pricing, recall counts, and owner satisfaction patterns. Compare all available years on the Ram 1500 overview page.