2013 RAM 2500 engine problems
43 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2013 RAM 2500 — 24% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Jan 8 th had Ram 67A recall performed. Feb1 the EL on dash comes on and def system engine shutdown countdown. Feb 4 brought truck to dealer for service fix. Feb 5 dealer states that truck needs new DEF injector, Wiring harness , and SCR .and covered under the 67A recall warranty. Dealer states…”
filed Mar 6, 2026
“Over time the transmission cooling line to the radiator was rubbing against another part in the engine compartment resulting in a hole in the line and eventually catastrophic failure of the line. This caused transmission fluid to be sprayed around the engine compartment and the roadway creating an…”
filed Nov 27, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- These water pumps may leak coolantCampaign 17V562000 · Sep 12, 2017
- Engine cover may trap an excessive amount of heat under the coverCampaign 13V122000 · Apr 3, 2013
Related service bulletins
Bearing - crankshaft thrust and kit
112906 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 17, 2026Bearing - crankshaft thrust and kit
112906 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 17, 2026
Engine problems in other 2500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 2500 | 4 | 19% |
| 2025 2500 | 7 | 12% |
| 2024 2500 | 8 | 15% |
| 2023 2500 | 11 | 23% |
| 2022 2500 | 29 | 17% |
| 2021 2500 | 25 | 24% |
| 2020 2500 | 33 | 20% |
| 2019 2500 | 31 | 16% |
| 2018 2500 | 36 | 1% |
| 2017 2500 | 37 | 5% |
| 2016 2500 | 53 | 21% |
| 2015 2500 | 34 | 16% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 RAM 2500
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.