2013 Ram 1500 Latches, locks and linkages Problems
- Complaints
- 8about this part
- Share
- 1%of 1,281 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 42,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 8 complaints about the latches, locks and linkages of the 2013 Ram 1500, 1% of the 1,281 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 42,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“This is an ongoing thing this happens every time I go somewhere every time the doors locked my arm skin gets caught in the lock when it goes to lock position it is the part where you say your arm on top of the doorwhile your arm is on the door it pinches your skin when the lock is turned on.”
NHTSA complaint #10639197, filed 2014-09, 600 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. While operating the vehicle, the tailgate would unlatch and fall down. The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The local dealer (milton ruben chrysler dodge jeep Ram, 3508 washington rd, augusta, ga) and the manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 50,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11165117, filed 2019-01, 50,000 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 19V347000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) and 17V821000 (POWER TRAIN). The contact stated that while moving the gear shifter out of park(P), the gear was stuck in park(P). The contact opened the door and rocked the vehicle back and forth, then closed the door and moved the gear shifter out of park(P). The contact moved the gear shift lever. A dealer was not contacted, and the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. …”
NHTSA complaint #11696862, filed 2025-10, 13,000 miles“The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated they received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 19V347000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) and 17V821000 (Power Train); also the contact stated that the ABS warning light was blinking, and the engine light was illuminated However, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and the dealer declined to service the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #11677428, filed 2025-07, 88,000 miles“The contact owns a 2013 dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the driver's side door locks became unlock independently. The contact mentioned that the radio would also power on and off independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 90 and the current mileage was 5,859.”
NHTSA complaint #10549998, filed 2013-10, 90 milesRelated recalls
- 19V347000May 9, 2019Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler…Covers: Ram 1500 2013–2018, 2500 2013–2018, 3500 2013–2018
Related service bulletins
- 10140004Mar 17, 201704589131AG, 04589243AG - Inspect and Return: Liftgate - Latch Assy You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return…
- 10140203Aug 5, 201668160775AB: Inspect and Return: Switch - Outside Door Handle You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect…
Latches, locks and linkages: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2 | 2% |
| 2025 | 2 | 1% |
| 2023 | 2 | 1% |
| 2022 | 1 | 0% |
| 2021 | 1 | 0% |
| 2020 | 3 | 0% |
| 2019 | 5 | 0% |
| 2018 | 4 | 1% |
| 2017 | 5 | 1% |
| 2016 | 11 | 1% |
| 2015 | 6 | 0% |
| 2014 | 6 | 0% |
| 2013 | 8 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2013 Ram 1500
642 complaintsElectrical system
227 complaintsEngine
123 complaintsAir bags
94 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
86 complaintsBrakes
79 complaintsOther or unknown
51 complaintsFuel system
50 complaintsSuspension
44 complaintsBody and structure
40 complaintsVehicle speed control
37 complaintsExterior lighting
31 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2013 Ram 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology