2013 Ram 1500 Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 86about this part
- Share
- 7%of 1,281 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 23,806miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 86 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2013 Ram 1500, 7% of the 1,281 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 23,806 miles. 18 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Has occurred 3 times within 30 days. At low speeds between 15mph and 35mph, engine stops, gauges go dead and aprox 6 seconds later the transmission slams into park. 1st time it happened I was lightly breaking & coasting for a stop light; 2nd time I was cruising about 35mph; and 3rd time I was accelerating from a dead stop across 4 lanes of traffic. …”
NHTSA complaint #10672562, filed 2015-01, 26,000 miles“As soon as I start the engine, a loud ticking noise is coming from the engine. After inspecting it, I have broken exhaust manifold bolt that causes exhaust to exit at the head. The exhaust escapes before it reaches the catalytic converter and the muffler thus causing the loud noise. This is a very common problem with the Ram hemi engines. It is commonly known as the hemi tick . Although this has been a widely known issue, Ram has not issued a recall.”
NHTSA complaint #11259099, filed 2019-09, 80,000 miles“Dodge Ram 1500 key fob will not start the vehicle. The fob is not reliable, as it has failed yearly since we owned the vehicle. We fear that failure to start poses a safety hazard, as the vehicle could not be removed from a dangerous situation if it stalls.”
NHTSA complaint #10954160, filed 2017-02, 84,585 miles“My truck rolled down a hill while in park through my garage and was stopped my rolling into my tractor. My truck was less than a year old and almost totaled. Plus I was hurt trying to jump into the truck to get to the brakes as it was rolling”
NHTSA complaint #10936652, filed 2016-12, 2,000 miles“Truck started tapping 4-5 weeks ago. I was advised that it was probably an exhaust manifold leak... To get it fixed at inspection. 5 days ago, truck started skipping and the cil came on. Error code po302. Mechanic diagnosed as cam lobe failure. The truck has 113,500 miles on it all highway. Synthetic oil; plus fuel. Based on my research... This is a problem that seems to be prevalent. Chrysler should cover this repair. $3500 repair cost for a truck less than 5 years old. Unfair to say the least.”
NHTSA complaint #11055597, filed 2017-12, 113,500 milesRelated recalls
- 17V821000Dec 20, 2017Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram…Covers: Ram 1500 2009, 2013–2017, 2500 2013–2017, 3500 2013–2017 +7 more
- 13V610000Dec 6, 2013Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 300 AWD, Dodge Charger AWD, and Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 vehicles equipped with ZF all…Covers: Ram 1500 2013, Dodge Charger 2013, Chrysler 300 2013
Related service bulletins
- 11010205Oct 30, 2024Plate - Planetary
- 10231735Jan 23, 2023Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- 10229857Apr 8, 2022Transmission Shift Enhancements - Adaptation Drive Learn Procedure
- 10228020Apr 2, 2022Customer Satisfaction Notification V51 Reprogram Powertrain Control Module
- 10229031Mar 6, 2022Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter…
- 10194007Apr 17, 2021No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message
- 10221150Apr 16, 2021Gear Ratio DTC?s, Transmission Shift Concerns, Does Not Shift At Times, Shudders
- 10221097Apr 7, 2021Transmission Kit with Torque Converter 1. All Promaster (VF) 3.6L/62TE equipped vehicles. If the transmission bracket to the transmission case fasteners are removed during…
- 10220461Feb 22, 2021Powertrain diagnostic and system enhancement.
- 10191432Feb 22, 2021Powertrain diagnostic and system enhancement.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10 | 10% |
| 2025 | 49 | 13% |
| 2024 | 15 | 19% |
| 2023 | 29 | 14% |
| 2022 | 106 | 17% |
| 2021 | 99 | 14% |
| 2020 | 63 | 10% |
| 2019 | 207 | 14% |
| 2018 | 60 | 9% |
| 2017 | 98 | 11% |
| 2016 | 202 | 13% |
| 2015 | 226 | 15% |
| 2014 | 192 | 11% |
| 2013 | 86 | 7% |
| 2009 | 9 | 24% |
Other parts of the 2013 Ram 1500
642 complaintsElectrical system
227 complaintsEngine
123 complaintsAir bags
94 complaintsBrakes
79 complaintsOther or unknown
51 complaintsFuel system
50 complaintsSuspension
44 complaintsBody and structure
40 complaintsVehicle speed control
37 complaintsExterior lighting
31 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
18 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