2013 RAM 1500 engine problems
123 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2013 RAM 1500 — 10% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“In December 2025, my check engine light came on. Diagnostic codes read P0128 (coolant thermostat) and U1467 (module communication). I took the vehicle to a mechanic, who diagnosed and repaired the issue. Shortly after, the check engine light returned, so the same mechanic replaced the ECM (plug and…”
filed Jul 29, 2026
“I have my vehicle at the dealership to check a ticking noise from the 5.7L engine in my truck. I was told that there are broken exhaust bolts causing the noise. I see online that this is a common issue and that there is a recall for this issue, but my vehicle is not included in the recall list. I…”
filed Mar 19, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- In the affected vehicles, the coolant bypass valve may stick in a position that does not…Campaign 13V177000 · May 7, 2013
Engine problems in other 1500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 1500 | 8 | 9% |
| 2025 1500 | 66 | 19% |
| 2024 1500 | 23 | 32% |
| 2023 1500 | 46 | 23% |
| 2022 1500 | 244 | 40% |
| 2021 1500 | 276 | 41% |
| 2020 1500 | 155 | 25% |
| 2019 1500 | 227 | 15% |
| 2018 1500 | 110 | 17% |
| 2017 1500 | 156 | 18% |
| 2016 1500 | 291 | 19% |
| 2015 1500 | 334 | 23% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 RAM 1500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.