2013 Ram 1500 brakes problems

Related recalls

• Recall 13V128000Apr 3, 20136,574 vehicles
  PARKING BRAKE

  Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 vehicles manufactured December 17, 2012, through January 22, 2013. The parking brake cable equalizer was set incorrectly and may not hold the vehicle on a 20% grade. Thus, these vehicles fail to conform to the parking brake performance requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

  Risk: If the parking brake fails to operate as designed, the vehicle could roll when parked, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reset the parking brake cable equalizer if required, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N22.

What owners say

1. Filed Aug 27, 2026ARBrakes

   A ton of 2013 ram 1500’s are having ABS module problems or needing repairs. Very unsafe to travel without it working properly. Unable to get a new part because Mopar discontinued making them. For what reason? I think this is the exact reason. Something needs to be done about it. To many reports of ABS modules being broken or not working/ functioning properly. Mine is broke and can not find a replacement.

   NHTSA complaint #11760158 · source
2. Filed Aug 17, 2026SCBrakes

   The anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electronic stability/traction control system on my 2013 Ram 1500 have malfunctioned. The Serious incident occurred when another vehicle pulled out in front of me and I had to brake hard. Dash immediately displayed the ABS and brake warning lights, The normal hydraulic brakes operated, but ABS did not activate. The wheels locked and the vehicle skidded sideways during the emergency stop, significantly reducing directional control and…

   NHTSA complaint #11757467 · source
3. Filed Aug 14, 2026SCBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   I am receiving code C2200, and the ABS, brake, lights on confirmed by my local Jeep, Dodge, Ram dealership. The dealership wants to sell me aftermarket ABS module telling me it's a 50/50 chance of it working with electronic flush. All other ABS modules are on backorder with the current safety recall for 2019, 2021-2024 Ram 1500's.

   NHTSA complaint #11757044 · source
4. Filed Jun 10, 2026ARBrakesElectrical System

   2013 Ran 1500 with 120000 miles. Service Anti-lock Brake System advisory message. Truck will start but will not switch into gear.

   NHTSA complaint #11743229 · source
5. Filed Jun 10, 2026MDCrashBrakesTransmission & Drivetrain

   Will driving in the rain my abs brakes, traction control, and 4wheel drive went out all the sudden causing me to lose control crash into the back of the vehicle in front of me. There was no warning no sound just light everywhere and all the safety items that make me truck worth buying gone. I even spent extra money to have 4 wheel drive. After the accident I found out that this is happening so often that the part to fix my brakes, traction control, and 4 wheel drive is 2…

   NHTSA complaint #11743114 · source
6. Filed Feb 13, 2026KYBrakesDriver Assistance & Safety Tech

   Dash light came on for ABS. Took my truck to a Dodge Dealership to be repaired plus other non urgent work to be done. On my way to taking it to the Dealership, I started experiencing issues with braking and right before I arrived, braking meant pushing the brake pedal all the way to the floor, it also felt delayed. While checking in my truck with the Service Department, they mentioned some Recalls that I needed done and they would take care of everything. Received a call…

   NHTSA complaint #11717710 · source
7. Filed Jan 21, 2026GABrakesElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   A lot of the Ram and Dodge Vehicles are having the same problems and Stellantis has failed over and over to recall the item!!!! And has not!! did so I have a 2013 Ram 4x4 with only 90k miles on my truck this is the same problem I'm having Stellantis has issued several major recalls for vehicles experiencing simultaneous illumination of the ABS, brake, and traction control (ESC) lights. These issues typically stem from defective software or hardware within the Anti-lock…

   NHTSA complaint #11712379 · source
8. Filed Jan 3, 2026FLBrakes

   According to Ferman Dodge of New Port Richey, Florida an electronic brake sensor is apparently an issue and my local dealer says they do not have a fix. Therefore, my cruise control, sway stability and my ABS brake lights are lit up all the time. Limiting the safety features of the vehicle.

   NHTSA complaint #11708506 · source
9. Filed Dec 18, 2025128,000 miTNBrakes

   The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the brake, ABS, and traction control warning lights illuminated and the message to "Service ABS" was displayed. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the cruise control activated, the cruise control system failed to operate as intended. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the ABS control module had internal electronic…

   NHTSA complaint #11705943 · source
10. Filed Dec 11, 2025120,000 miFLBrakes

    The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the ABS warning light and the traction control warning light were illuminated. The “Service Now” message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who confirmed that the ABS control module, Part Number: 68210719AB; needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the part being on back order. The manufacturer was contacted and informed that the contact to get…

    NHTSA complaint #11704459 · source
11. Filed Nov 25, 202558,000 miTXBrakesSteering

    The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the ABS module had failed. The vehicle then taken to an independent mechanic, who confirmed the ABS module failure. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost and due to parts being on backorder. The contact stated that while her husband was driving…

    NHTSA complaint #11701441 · source
12. Filed Nov 2, 2025MOBrakes

    The ABS light, traction control light, parking brake light are on and the info center says “ Service Electronic Brake/Service ABS” I hooked up my OBDII reader and get code “C2200-49 Anti-lock Brake Module Internal - Internal Electronic Failure“ I have researched exhaustingly and this is a common problem and the part is no longer made. The safety of my truck is impacted AND I cannot fix it. I have checked 3 fuses and verified they are good. Seeing as how this is a common…

    NHTSA complaint #11697048 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology