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2013 Ram 1500

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

14

14 current

Combined

14.8L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$4,588

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Structure

Transport Canada recall 2019441 · manufacturer campaign V44

30 August 2019

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2013–2018 · 2500 2013–2018 · 3500 2013–2018

What is wrong

On certain trucks equipped with a power locking tailgate, the tailgate may open while driving. If this occurs, cargo that is not secured could fall out of the truck bed and onto the road. Note: This is an expansion of recall U74 (Transport Canada recall 2018-398).

Why it matters

Cargo that falls from the truck bed could create a road hazard for others.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their truck to a dealer to modify the tailgate locking mechanism. Note: This recall supersedes recall 2019-221

220,317 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Other

Transport Canada recall 2019420

21 August 2019

Transport Canada lists: Rainier 2004–2007 · Terraza 2005–2007 · Escalade 2007–2018 · Equinox 2010–2017 · and 60 more

What is wrong

This recall is for aftermarket replacement rear window glass produced by Vitro Automotriz. Certain rear window glass may not have been properly tempered. If the window breaks, the glass may separate into large pieces instead of very small ones. Note: This is a voluntary recall that is not being conducted under the requirements of the Motor Vehicle Safety Act.

Why it matters

Glass that breaks in to large pieces could create a risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify consumers by mail and instruct them to inspect the designation code marked on the rear window glass. Products affected by this recall have the designation “DOT 287” along with the lettering “VMR” (Replacement Market) and a date code that is before July 2019. This information is printed on the bottom corner of the glass. Consumers should contact Vitro's customer service at 1-412-995-6457 or argbacklites@vitro.com to arrange for replacement of the glass.

5,327 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanService Campaign Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2017659 · manufacturer campaign T79

21 December 2017

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2009–2017 · 2500 2010–2017 · 3500 2010–2017 · 4500 2011–2017 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a steering column gear shifter, the brake transmission shift interlock (BTSI) may become inoperative. This could allow the steering column gear shifter lever to be shifted out of the PARK (P) position without depressing the service brake pedal or having the key in the ignition, which could result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and replace the BTSI as necessary. The Body Control Module (BCM) will also be updated.

290,200 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2017250 · manufacturer campaign T25

10 May 2017

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2013–2016 · 2500 2013–2016 · 3500 2014–2016

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with Occupant Restraint Controllers (“ORC”) with roll rate sensing, under certain external conditions, a fault may be set relating to rollover sensing that will illuminate the airbag warning light and disable rollover sensing until the vehicle is restarted. A loss of airbags and seatbelt pretensioner deployment when warranted during a rollover crash may increase the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the ORC.

216,000 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2016214 · manufacturer campaign S30

12 May 2016

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2012–2016 · 2500 2012–2016 · 3500 2012–2016

What is wrong

*** This notice is provided for information purposes only as the subject equipment is not regulated under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act *** Certain Mopar canvas seat covers, sold as aftermarket parts, may not be compatible with vehicles equipped with seat thorax airbags and could impede deployment. This could increase the risk of injury to the seat occupant in a side impact crash where seat thorax airbag deployment is warranted.

What the dealer will do

FCA Canada will notify owners who may have purchased the Mopar Canvas Seat Covers, and advise them to remove the covers and return them for a refund.

42 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanService Campaign Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2015330 · manufacturer campaign R36

22 July 2015

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2012–2014 · 2500 2012–2014 · 3500 2012–2014 · 4500 2012–2014 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with Electronic Vehicle Information Centers, the steering wheel wiring harness may wear against the driver frontal airbag retainer spring, potentially resulting in an electrical short which could cause unintended driver frontal airbag deployment. Unintended airbag deployment, in a non-warranted (non-impact) situation, could result in injury and increase the risk of a vehicle crash causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will secure the wiring harness and add protective caps to the retainer spring.

235,925 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2015326 · manufacturer campaign R23

22 July 2015

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2013–2015 · 2500 2013–2015 · 3500 2013–2015

What is wrong

On certain 4-door pickup vehicles, the software in Occupant Restraint Control (ORC) module may contain side impact calibrations that are overly sensitive. This could result in unintended deployment of the Side Airbag Inflatable Curtain (SABIC), seat airbag, and/or seatbelt pre-tensioner during certain driving conditions, which could startle the driver and result in a vehicle crash causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will update the ORC module calibration.

152,621 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Powertrain

Transport Canada recall 2013434 · manufacturer campaign N65

6 December 2013

Transport Canada lists: 300 2013 · Charger 2013 · 1500 2013

What is wrong

On certain Dodge Charger, Chrysler 300 all-wheel drive vehicles and RAM 1500 four wheel drive vehicles equipped with 8 speed automatic transmissions, the transmission output shaft could fail. If this were to occur while the vehicle is being driven, it could result in a loss of motive power. If this were to occur while the vehicle is parked without the parking brake applied, it could result in unintended vehicle movement. Both situations could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or property damage.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace the transmission in affected vehicles.

1,424 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Other

Transport Canada recall 2013230 · manufacturer campaign N37

4 July 2013

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2013

What is wrong

On certain four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicles, the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) module was incorrectly configured during the manufacturing process. This could cause a loss of ESC function and trigger the ESC warning lamp to illuminate. Loss of ESC could increase the risk of a crash, which may result in property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the ESC module with updated software.

20,895 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2013201 · manufacturer campaign N35

7 June 2013

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2013 · 2500 2013 · 3500 2013

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may not comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 - Lighting and Retroreflective Devices. The vehicles may not give notification of a turn signal malfunction, as is required by the standard. The absence of notification of a turn signal malfunction could, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and driver reactions, increase the risk of a crash causing personal injury and/or damage to property.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reconfigure the central body controller.

11,539 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2013198 · manufacturer campaign N30

7 June 2013

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2013 · 2500 2013 · 3500 2013 · 5500 2013

What is wrong

Certain vehicles may not comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 101 - Controls and Displays and CMVSS 105 - Brake Systems. The brake malfunction/parking brake indicator may display the word "BRAKE" instead of the required symbol.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will reprogram the instrument cluster in affected vehicles.

590 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2013156 · manufacturer campaign N25

8 May 2013

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the coolant bypass valve may stick in a position that does not allow coolant flow to the heater core. Loss of windshield defrosting and defogging functions may, under certain driving conditions, compromise the driver’s ability to see the road and its users, which could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the coolant bypass valve, and reprogram the powertrain control module with updated software.

34 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Brakes

Transport Canada recall 2013106 · manufacturer campaign N22

5 April 2013

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2013

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the parking brake equalizer may have been adjusted incorrectly during vehicle assembly. This could result in reduced effectiveness of the parking brake system. Should the vehicle be parked on a sufficient slope, this could allow unintended vehicle movement, which could cause a crash resulting in property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, re-adjust the parking brake equalizer.

2,466 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Lights And Instruments

Transport Canada recall 2012405 · manufacturer campaign M40

3 December 2012

Transport Canada lists: 1500 2013

What is wrong

Certain pickup trucks may not comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. Due to an error in the configuration of the vehicle, the Daytime Running Light (DRL) system was not enabled. No DRL illumination could render the vehicle less visible to other motorists and pedestrians during daylight hours, which could result in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will update the DRL configuration on affected vehicles.

3,021 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Pickup truck: Standard
In its class
More efficient than 60% of 84 2013 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
340 g/km

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Common questions

Does the 2013 Ram 1500 have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 14 recalls on record for the 2013 Ram 1500. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2013 Ram 1500 get?
NRCan rates the 2013 Ram 1500 at 14.8 L/100 km combined, emitting 340 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 13 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2013 Ram 1500 for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $4,588 in fuel, producing roughly 6,838 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.