2013 Ram 1500 Engine Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are engine problems on the 2013 Ram 1500?
130 owners have reported engine problems on the 2013 Ram 1500, 10% of all complaints for this year and the 3rd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 38,000–114,000 miles. 1 recall covers this area.
130 complaints 10% of all 2013 complaints 70,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (93 of 130). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Engine complaints by the year the problem happened.
Engine complaints by 1500 year
Related recalls
Engine
In the affected vehicles, the coolant bypass valve may stick in a position that does not allow coolant to flow into the heater core. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Vehicle Motor Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 103, "Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Systems." Without a properly working windshield defrosting system, a buildup of mositure or ice could limit the driver's ability to see, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace replace the suspect coolant valves along with an updated calibration, free of charge. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N25.
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Other 2013 Ram 1500 problems
Common questions
What are common 2013 Ram 1500 engine problems?
Complaints most often name the manifold / header / muffler / tail pipe and exhaust system.
At what mileage do 2013 Ram 1500 engine problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 38,000–114,000 miles. The middle value is about 70,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2013 Ram 1500 engine problems?
Yes: 13V177000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Which 1500 year has the most engine complaints?
The 2015 1500, with 393 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.