2013 Ram 1500 fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Jul 22, 2026PAElectrical SystemFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   My vehicle gave my a check engine light after acceleration.I had it towed to a shop they checked everything in said they didn't see anything.So I drove it with no issues for about 5 months.I was driving to work in the truck lost power.I had it towed home.I has a crank no start.That's where I am with.

   NHTSA complaint #11752138 · source
2. Filed May 19, 2026150,000 miWIFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while her husband was at a stoplight, the fuel tank detached. The driver was able to reconnect the tank. No warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, who confirmed there was no warranty coverage. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11738823 · source
3. Filed May 11, 2026OHFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The front gas tank stap bracket on the frame rusted through while driving. The gas tank was just inches from the road and the strap was rubbing against the driveshaft.

   NHTSA complaint #11736950 · source
4. Filed Apr 20, 2026144,000 miPAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. While the vehicle was being inspected, the contact was informed that the front fuel tank strap was fractured, and the fuel tank had started to detach. The brackets were rusted and dislocated. The local dealer was contacted, and informed that the contact that the warranty coverage had expired. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately…

   NHTSA complaint #11732312 · source
5. Filed Jan 14, 2026184,000 miWIFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop at the red traffic light, there was an abnormally loud metallic sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact was able to drive to the residence and inspect the vehicle. The contact noticed that the fuel tank had detached and was hanging by the rear fuel tank strap. The failure was due to corrosion on the fuel tank frame bracket. Pictures were taken of the failure and sent to a…

   NHTSA complaint #11710902 · source
6. Filed Aug 13, 2025RIFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Driving truck over RR tracks in city that were not a large bump and my front fuel tank strap came loose. I looked under truck and saw strap was corroded but not broken. Then looked where the T shape strap connector attached to vehicle and it was extremely corroded and broken away. Had I been moving at a much higher speed this would have caused a serious accident.

   NHTSA complaint #11680445 · source
7. Filed Jun 21, 2025OHFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   My front gas tank mounting strap pulled through the frame. The gas tank was almost touching the ground and the strap was rubbing on the driveshaft. Said the recall is for up to 2012. Mine is titled as a 2013 but manufactured in November of 2012. What can be done? 13 year old truck shouldn't have a frame rusted that bad, even in Ohio

   NHTSA complaint #11668380 · source
8. Filed May 24, 2025IAFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   Front fuel tank strap pulled out of frame. The strap T portion is still intact but the mounting location on the frame rotted out. The rear strap held so the tank didn't make contact with the ground. There was a recall on the 09-12 rams for a similar issue, I think it needs be expanded to 2013 and maybe 2014 models as well.

   NHTSA complaint #11662957 · source
9. Filed Mar 25, 2025VTFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   The front gas tank strap pulled out of its slot in the frame. The tank hung appx 4” off the ground, hitting the ground on the frost heaves. I was alerted by the driver behind me. Had I not been alerted, I may have punctured or wore a hole in the tank risking a fire from leaking fuel. I used ratchet straps to secure the tank. I had appx 10 miles on the vehicle since fill up. I contacted the local Dodge dealer in Berlin Vt on 3-7-2025 and am waiting for reply.

   NHTSA complaint #11650655 · source
10. Filed Nov 11, 2024NYFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Ram has a defect in the gas tank strap busting while driving and not holding up the gas tank. They have issued a free repair for (some) models from 2009 - 2012. The same problem is in Ram Trucks made in 2013. This is very dangerous for a driver and can cause fire. See: RAM TSB 14-002-18 REV. A

    NHTSA complaint #11624617 · source
11. Filed Nov 10, 2024WVFuel, Hybrid & EV PropulsionSteering

    I was driving 65 MPH on the interstate when I lost all power steering function. This failure almost pulled me into traffic to my left. Luckily I was near an exit and was able to get off the highway without being involved in an accident. Upon having the truck checked by a mechanic, I was told that the electronic power steering rack and pinion assembly had failed and it would cost over $2500.00 to replace. I had to pay this cost or else the truck was undrivable.

    NHTSA complaint #11624446 · source
12. Filed Oct 2, 2024MABody & StructureFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    Front welded frame mounting point for gas tank "Tee-Strap" rusted through causing front of gas tank to sag from frame and only be supported by remaining rear gas tank strap. The actual T-strap is structurally sound, it is the the frame mount that rusted through that allowed the Tee-Strap to pull through the mount. It appears that the design of the mounting point allowed moisture and road grit to become trapped in the bottom of the mount causing the rust breakthrough. The car…

    NHTSA complaint #11617647 · 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