Does the 2013 RAM 1500 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for the 2013 RAM 1500, including Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.; Air Bags › Frontal; Seat Belts. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2013 RAM 1500 problems?

Owners filed 1,283 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (643), electrical system (228), engine (123), air bags (94).

How much does a 2013 RAM 1500 cost to own for 5 years?

About $46,038 over 5 years ($767/month) at an estimated $11,500 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2013 RAM 1500

The 2013 RAM 1500 earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 46/100. Expect about $46,038 to own it for five years, or $767 a month. NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 1,283 complaints.

Recalls: 12
Complaints: 1,283
5-yr cost: $46k
MPG (EPA): 16

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Ownership Score

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12 recalls may apply

For the 2013 RAM 1500. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500, 2015 Chrysler 200, Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and Dodge Challenger, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, and Dodge Durango, and 2013-2015 Dodge Viper vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with radios that have software vulnerabilities that can allow third-party access to certain networked vehicle control systems.
Risk: Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify and mail affected owners a USB drive that includes a software update that eliminates the vulnerability, free of charge. Optionally, owners may download the update to their own USB drive from http://www.driveuconnect.com/software-update/ or take their vehicle to a Chrysler dealer for immediate installation. In an effort to mitigate the effects of this security vulnerability, Chrysler has had the wireless service provider close the open cellular connection to the vehicle that provided unauthorized access to the vehicle network. This measure may not have been implemented on all vehicles and does not address access by other means that will be remedied by the software update. The recall began on August 25, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R40.

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5-year cost to own

Estimated $11,500 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$46,038

$767/month · $0.77/mile

Depreciation	$2,365
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,750
Fuel / charging	$12,565
Maintenance	$9,375
Repairs	$4,000
Loan interest	$3,193
Taxes & fees	$1,790

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Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

1,283 complaints72 involved a crash10 involved a fire

Steering643
Electrical System228
Engine123
Air Bags94
Power Train86
Service Brakes80

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

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Frontal
Side
Rollover

Rated as: 2013 Ram 1500 Regular PU/RC 4WD

What to check on a used 2013 RAM 1500

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Steering
- Does the car drift or pull on a straight road?
- Turn the wheel lock to lock and listen for clunks or whines.
Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2013 RAM 1500 a good car to buy?: The 2013 RAM 1500 earns a weak Throttlebook Ownership Score of 46/100. Expect about $46,038 to own it for five years, or $767 a month. NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 1,283 complaints.
Does the 2013 RAM 1500 have recalls?: NHTSA lists 12 recall campaigns for the 2013 RAM 1500, including Equipment › Electrical › Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.; Air Bags › Frontal; Seat Belts. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2013 RAM 1500 problems?: Owners filed 1,283 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (643), electrical system (228), engine (123), air bags (94).
How much does a 2013 RAM 1500 cost to own for 5 years?: About $46,038 over 5 years ($767/month) at an estimated $11,500 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.