2023 Ram 1500 Quad Cab
Common Problems
Ranked from 80 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
19 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Infotainment System Black Screen Failures
13complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe infotainment system frequently experiences black screen failures, leading to loss of all related functions.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Engine Stall and Unexpected Shutdown
11complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine unexpectedly stalls and shuts down while driving, often without warning, leading to loss of power and requiring the vehicle to be restarted.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Engine Stall During Low-Speed Driving
8complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls at low speeds, often while driving slowly in stop-and-go traffic, and the vehicle automatically shifts into park with the emergency brake engaged.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Automatic Engagement of Parking Brake During Deceleration
7complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe parking brake engages automatically when the vehicle decelerates, often at low speeds, causing the vehicle to stop abruptly without warning.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Steering Wheel Seizure
6complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering wheel becomes difficult to turn and may seize, often accompanied by the power steering warning light illuminating.
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Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction
5complaintsHigh severityOtherThe forward collision avoidance system fails to provide alerts or braking assistance, increasing the risk of accidents.
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Automatic Transmission Shifting to Park Without Warning
4complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission shifts to park without warning, activating the emergency brake and requiring the vehicle to be restarted.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Battery Drain Issues
4complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe vehicle experiences persistent battery drain, causing the battery to die and requiring frequent jumps or replacements.
$150–$700est. parasitic-drain diagnosis + battery · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 9
Check Engine Light and Battery Warning Light Issues
4complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe check engine light and battery warning light illuminate intermittently, often accompanied by a drop in voltage and the vehicle shutting down or losing power.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Electrical System Failure Causing Vehicle Shutdown
4complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe electrical system fails, causing the vehicle to shut down unexpectedly, often while driving, with the emergency brake engaging and the vehicle stopping abruptly.
$150–$1,200est. stalling / shutdown diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 11
Power Steering Failure or Unreliability
4complaintsHigh severitySteeringThe power steering system fails intermittently, causing the steering wheel to lock up or become unresponsive, posing a significant safety risk.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Service Brake Malfunction
4complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe service brakes fail to engage properly, leading to the vehicle not stopping as intended, resulting in rear-end collisions or other accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Electrical Humming/Tumbling Sound During Deceleration
3complaintsLow severityElectricalA loud humming/tumbling sound occurs during deceleration, which can be distracting and potentially dangerous.
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Left Turn Signal Not Cancelling Properly
3complaintsLow severityElectricalThe left turn signal does not cancel after completing a turn, leading to confusion and potential accidents.
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Tailgate Latch Failure
3complaintsMedium severityOtherThe tailgate latch fails, causing the tailgate to open unexpectedly while driving, leading to potential damage.
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Turn Signal Malfunction
3complaintsLow severityOtherThe turn signals fail to cancel after use, potentially leading to accidents due to incorrect signaling.
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Back Over Prevention System Failure
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe rear-view camera and instrument cluster fail to display images or relevant information when reversing.
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Suspension Component Failure
2complaintsLow severitySuspensionSuspension components, such as ball joints and control arms, fail, leading to potential loss of vehicle stability and safety.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 19
Tailgate Unlatching Issues
2complaintsLow severityOtherThe tailgate unlatches on its own while backing up, posing a risk of damage to the vehicle and other objects.
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.