2013 Ram 2500

16 Recalls & Safety Reports

Recall List for the 2013 Ram 2500

Official recalls have been issued for the 2013 Ram 2500 by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Ram service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Ram customer service.

  1. RECALL: Tailgate May Open Unexpectedly

    If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 09, 2019
    Vehicles Affected
    1,103,209

  2. RECALL: Incorrectly Machined Steering Knuckle May Fail

    The weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 16, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    847

  4. RECALL: Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged Or Inoperable

    If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 21, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    61,791

  5. RECALL: Vehicle May Rollaway

    Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 20, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    1,482,874

  6. RECALL: Water Pump Leak May Cause Fire

    The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 12, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    443,874

  7. RECALL: Wheels May Fracture Causing Rapid Air Loss

    If the wheel fractures, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 10, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    1,765

  8. RECALL: Side Curtain Air Bags May Not Deploy In A Rollover

    If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash that necessitates activation of these safety ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 09, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    1,021,279

  9. RECALL: Alternator May Fail Resulting In Engine Stall/Fire

    If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 13, 2016
    Vehicles Affected
    74,811

  10. RECALL: Seat Cover Affects Air Bag Deployment

    If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 16, 2016
    Vehicles Affected
    345

  11. RECALL: Radio Software Security Vulnerabilities

    Exploitation of the software vulnerability may result in unauthorized remote modification and control of certain vehicle systems, increasing the risk of a crash. ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 23, 2015
    Vehicles Affected
    1,416,903

  12. RECALL: Inadvertent Driver Air Bag Deployment

    This abrasion may result in an electrical short that could cause driver's frontal air bag to unexpectedly deploy. Inadvertent deployment of the air bag may increase the risk of injury and the possibility of a vehicle ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 22, 2015
    Vehicles Affected
    1,059,444

  13. RECALL: Inadvertent Side Air Bag Deployment

    Air bags that unexpectedly deploy increase the risk of a crash or injury. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 22, 2015
    Vehicles Affected
    667,441

  14. RECALL: Fuel Heater May Leak And Could Increase Fire Risk

    If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 08, 2014
    Vehicles Affected
    315,325

  15. RECALL: No Warning Of Turn Signal Malfunction/FMVSS 108

    Without a warning that the turn signal is malfunctioning, the driver would continue to use the vehicle, unaware that other drivers on the road are not being notified that the vehicle is turning, increasing the risk of a crash. ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 04, 2013
    Vehicles Affected
    17,411

  16. RECALL: High Beam Headlamp Shutter/FMVSS 108

    Improper headlight shutter function during high beam use may reduce the drivers visibility and possibly blind oncoming traffic. Either condition may increase the risk of crash. ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUN 04, 2013
    Vehicles Affected
    1,069

  17. RECALL: Engine Cover Creates Risk Of Engine Fire

    The excessive heat under the engine cover may result in an under hood fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    APR 03, 2013
    Vehicles Affected
    6,143

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