2023 Ram 3500 problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
17 owner complaints analyzed
5 distinct recall campaigns
14,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2023 model year. Data snapshot: . 3 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 3 of 17 complaints (17.6%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 4 | 23.5% |
| Steering behavior | 2 | 11.8% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 5.9% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
Electrical System: 3; Engine: 3; Exterior Lighting: 3; Seat Belts: 2; Air Bags: 1; Engine And Engine Cooling: 1; Equipment: 1; Fuel System, Gasoline: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 2 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 1 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 2; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 1; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (2). 14 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2026 | 5 |
2023: 6; 2024: 6; 2026: 5
Pattern summary
Electrical System leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 4 complaint narratives. Steering behavior appears in 2 complaint narratives. Engine operation appears in 1 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11551790 · 2023-10-25 (October 25, 2023)
Driving vehicle and made a left turn and the power steering stopped working and the brakes went spongy. Made the turn and the power steering started working again. It did it five other times on the same drive, over a fifteen minute period of time. The engine belt is in place and there are no signs of wear. Vehicle has 10,550 miles on it. Dealer states it’s missing some type of clip from the factory.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11551790 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11585891 · 2024-04-29 (April 29, 2024)
The contact owns a 2023 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the parking brake engaged without driver input. The parking brake warning light was illuminated. The contact was unable to disengage the parking brake. The contact was aided by another driver. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11585891 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11750748 · 2026-07-16 (July 16, 2026)
Nexen Roadian HTX RH5 LT235/80R17E 120R/117/R At approximately 70 mph, I experienced a severe vibration in the steering wheel. Shortly thereafter, the tread separated from the carcass sending pieces of rubber flying. I was able to pull onto the shoulder and change the tire. These are the OEM tires with about 25000 miles. They have never been under or overinflated and I was not hauling or towing anything.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11750748 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11621660 · 2024-10-24 (October 24, 2024)
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Vehicle was manufactured from the factory with defective frame/left upper coil spring mount causing the coil spring to move off it's locking perch making the coil spring unsecured to the vehicle frame. Yes, the vehicle available for inspection. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The defective coil spring mount allows the unsecured coil spring to move during travel with the potential of becoming dislodged from the vehicle whi…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11621660 at NHTSA ↗