3.5

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
37,229 miles

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2013 Ram 1500 Owner Comments (Page 1 of 2)

problem #27

Jan 272024

1500

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

ABS system has failed and damaged the traction control module. Speedometer does not work and brake lights stay on constantly. Power steering assist does not work. The vehicle has been inspected by the dealer and cannot get the parts to fix these issues.

- Pahrump, NV, USA

problem #26

Mar 042022

1500

  • miles
My side boxes do not open with key button and do not unlock with button on key and my bolts broke on exhaust manifold on drivers side and passenger side 4 bolts total

- Ferriday, LA, USA

problem #25

Jan 092020

1500

  • 34,000 miles
The truck acts like it was restarted when im driving down road. The lights go out all the gages turn off and reset its not a good thing when U are driving at night. It has happened more then the one time on 01/09/2020 it has happened 3 times this month an be for that it would do it here and there. When I first purchased it the dealer had it every week for 3 months but it never did it for them but there should be some records of me having it in there. It would happen at different speeds anywhere from 30 mph to 60 mph

- Baker, WV, USA

problem #24

Aug 182020

1500

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

First thing that happened dashboard and radio lights were glitching on and off then warning indicator stated my rear brakes lights were out then my turn signals, then it stated my headlights were out but none of these lights or signals were out. A month later my turn signal was blinking very fast so I checked it and my left turn signal was out but the indicator didn't inform me I replaced bulb it started back working then I noticed driving home at night my headlights weren't as bright as usual so I checked it and my right side headlight was out so I replaced the bulb but it didn't look burned out but I replaced it any way with a new one it didn't come back on so I put the old bulb back in then searched for the fuse even contacted Dodge dealership they stated that that didn't know where the fuse was located neither so then like 3days later the headlight comes back on so now today 2months later my same turn signal and headlight went back out again dashboard is glitching again as well I changed bulbs again still no lights alot of people with the same Dodge Ram have been asking me if I've been having problems with my lights like they have I stated yes indeed people have been saying to not to deal with Dodge Ram 1500 because of the electrical problems I need some assistance or I might not be purchasing another Dodge

- Riverdale, GA, USA

problem #23

Nov 052019

1500 8-cyl

  • 155,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the headlamps and turn signals failed to operate properly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to chapman las vegas Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram (3175 E sahara ave, las vegas, nv 89104) where the vehicle was diagnosed and it was determined that condensation entered the headlamps causing the failure to the led lights and turn signals. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned tsb: 23-105-18 as a possible solution to the failure however, was informed from the manufacturer that the tsb had expired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 155,000.

- Boulder City, NV, USA

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problem #22

Oct 182019

1500

  • 0 miles
Front headlight assemblies condensation, will not go away

- Burlington, NC, USA

problem #21

Jul 112019

1500

  • 89,741 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The passenger front headlight keeps burning out its happened 3 times while I was driving. The dash screen keeps saying services tire pressure system these things have been happening for about 4 months. The vehicle was in motion on a highway at night.

- Deming, NM, USA

problem #20

Dec 012018

1500

  • 133,000 miles
Both headlamps are experiencing substantial amounts of moisture entering the sealed beam areas, causing a "fog-like" effect over the interior of the headlamps and reducing the effectiveness of night time visibility while driving. The moisture does not go away on its own after a few days as fca engineers say it should.

- Murfreesboro, TN, USA

problem #19

Sep 012018

1500

  • miles
2013 Ram passenger side headlight won't work due to inferior wiring and computer problem. Dealership and several mechanics have confirmed this problem. No one can afford the 'fix" for this issue. I have no problem replacing burned out headlights but see the poor design of this electrical system as a safety issue that can not be resolved reasonably. I have a 1995 truck with no headlight problems now or ever. If the dealership can't come up with an easy fix than the vehicle should be recalled. Or discounted for daylight only.

- Johns Is., SC, USA

problem #18

Apr 062017

1500

  • 70,000 miles
I have a Dodge Ram 15000 crew cab laramie. Both tail lights are malfunctioning in the blinkers. When I turn the blinker on it blinks really fast and says the tail lights are bad and need to be replaced. The lights in the back are half out when this happens. It does not happen all the time. I did see there was a recall, but for my VIN there is not. So it appears all 2013S seem to be affected. I also have a ticking noise in my engine when I start the vehicle. It lessens as the car warms up. I noticed there was a recall in 2012 for bad exhaust manifolds. I believe this is still occurring on these vehicles. I have not repaired either of the items on my truck because I believe it is just malfunctioning. I don't recall how long its been occurring but at least for over a year.

- Sacramento, CA, USA

problem #17

Jan 232018

1500

  • 99,125 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Dashboard lights flickering. Making difficult to drive. It is happening when truck is in motion and when it is stop even happening when engine is shut off insterements light flickering

- Tonganoxie, KS, USA

problem #16

Jul 032017

1500

  • miles
Just out of "Dodge warranty" my 3rd brake light took in water. This resulted in a blown 3rd brake light bulb and now leaking of water into my back window and down into the side behind the cover in my truck. This is while stationary and in motion. Risk of mold and 3rd brake light now not working. The back window is solid never damaged or replaced. The third brake light cover was never taken off or replaced. All manufacturer responsibly and they will not take responsibility for it due to out of Dodge warranty. This truck is a 2013 Dodge Ram with 41,000 miles on it. Never in a accident or any problems except Dodge recalls.

- Lower Burrell, PA, USA

problem #15

Apr 042017

1500

  • miles
Non of the gauges work in the steering column including gas RPM and speed. The wipers run non stop and can't be turned off. Blinkers don't which is dangerous to drive. We have had it into the mechanic and the could not find what was wrong. Huge bill no answers useless van. The gage says no bus. This happens all the time.

- Monona, IA, USA

problem #14

Aug 162016

1500 4WD 8-cyl

  • miles
When driving my radio will turn off and reset it self along with my speedometer cluster it will all turn off while driving so you don't know how fast you are going until it resets and turns back on.

- Minot, ND, USA

problem #13

May 142015

1500 8-cyl

  • 58,000 miles
Bought the pickup in January 2016 one previous owner everything original the passenger side headlight connector pin needs tightened constantly because the low beam high beam loses connection and won't come on unless you pull headlight and tighten the connector pins. It happens at various times in various situations while driving it will also flicker on and off. Parklight works fine. I don't know actual date because it is so frequently so the date is an estimate. The speed varies also first time I was at 65 on freeway.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

problem #12

Sep 242016

1500

  • 58,400 miles
Similar to NHTSA id number: 10898441 I have also experienced an interior dome light flickering and also the drivers power window door lock switches stopped working. I was locked out of the vehicle and it was running with all doors locked (by itself) and windows were rolled up. I had to call roadside assistance to get into the vehicle. The switch continued to attempt locking of the door by constantly clicking. Which I found out the next morning when the battery was dead. I found out this vehicle was made for and first sold in Canada which if that was disclosed to me I never would have purchased it. The digital speedometer and the mechanical speedometer are not showing the same speeds. At 30mph the digital one shows 32mph but at 70mph the digital shows 75mph. Repairs attempted at lithia Chrysler Jeep reno nv unsuccessful. When the door locks failed to work the truck was stationary and this locking also occurred while the vehicle was in motion at slow and fast speeds, city and highway.

- Gardnerville, NV, USA

problem #11

Jul 012016

1500 8-cyl

  • 37,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. While driving approximately 70 mph, the vehicle stalled and the service electronic error message illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted minutes later. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the cause of the failure was undetermined. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact mentioned that the dome light flickered intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but no failure was found. In addition, the doors failed to unlock and lock. The contact had to use the key to function the doors. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 37,000....updated 12/06/16 the consumer stated the gauges were acting up again, but didn't lose power.

- Carlsbad, NM, USA

problem #10

Aug 242016

1500

  • 60,000 miles
Today while driving on the highway at 65 mph, my instrument panel went completely black and speedometer went down to zero. My truck stayed running and driving, but I could not read the speedometer or gauges or operate any turn signals. This happened 5 times on my 45 minute trip. It was very scary as I was in the center lane in houston, tx on 610.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #9

Jul 232016

1500

  • 64,000 miles
Dash panel flickers on and off when running and driving. Contacted Ram directly and said no recalls for my truck. There is recalls for 2013 Ram with the same issue but for trucks built 2 months later. This is a safety problem that could lead to a crash.

- Grand Forks, ND, USA

problem #8

May 062016

1500

  • 77,000 miles
Driver side high and low beams won't come on. Replaced bulbs, have taken it to dealer twice to fix. Fix lasts 1 day. Very difficult to see when driving at night. Worried that other side will go out. All signs point to defective tipm.

- Zuni, VA, USA

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