repaired · 2026 Q3
Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
NewRisk. Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
2023 Ram 2500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 49 owner complaints about the 2023 Ram 2500, most often about the engine. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 24V-199 the manufacturer reports only 80% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 25, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2023 Ram 2500 has problems
49 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
11Engine
10Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
9Exterior lighting
6Power train
5Air bags2 crash/fire/injury
5Steering
3Service brakes
3Visibility/wiper
2Service brakes, hydraulic
108 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 11 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 9 | 0 |
| Power train | 6 | 0 |
| Air bags | 5 | 2 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 2 | 0 |
| 8 other systems | 10 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2023 Ram 2500 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. A loss of drive power or a loss of park function increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Frontal: driver clockspring/spiral cassette
Risk. An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q2
Exterior lighting
Risk. 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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repaired · 2025 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Wiring: relays/solenoids
Park outsideRisk. An electrical short in the relay can result in an engine compartment fire with the ignition on or off, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. 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.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. Leaking transmission fluid may contact an ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ram.
Best & worst years
2023 vs. every other 2500 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 2500 median. How we score
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- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 2500 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Vehicle: 2023 Ram 2500 Diesel (6.7L Cummins) – approx. 36,000 miles, under factory warranty Complaint Summary: Our 2023 Ram 2500 diesel is producing visible smoke from the engine bay and a persistent ticking/clicking noise from the engine. This occurs while driving and at idle. We have video…
My 2023, Ram 2500 truck with a Cummins 6.7L diesel engine has a known defect with the grid heater bolt. This bolt can loosen or break off, falling into the engine and causing catastophic engine failure. This creates a suddne loss of power, espcially dangerous when towing heavy loads at highway…
Unknown Constant check engine light related to exhaust system and filters. Many parts replaced by dealer and still not fixed.
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