More recall homework
2023 Ram 1500has more recalls listed.
Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.
has more recalls listed.
has more complaint records.
Open investigation counts are similar.
may cost less to fuel.
Short answer: 1500 needs more recall homework, 1500 has more complaint activity, 1500 has more severity reports and 1500 has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2024 Ram 1500 | 2023 Ram 1500 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 5 | 10 | 1500 has 5 more recalls |
| Total complaints | 0 | 176 | 1500 has 176 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 | 10 / 0 / 3 / 0 | 1500 has 13 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Open investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Manufacturer communications | 328 | 507 | 1500 has 179 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 24 | 74 | 1500 has 50 more reports |
| Warranty programs | 4 | 4 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Software notices | 1 | 1 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | May 21, 2026 | May 8, 2025 | 1500 has newer activity |
| Latest complaint | None listed | May 26, 2026 | 1500 has a listed date |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
|
| Different |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 22 combined MPG | 17 combined MPG | Different |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $2,700 | $4,400 | 1500 about $1,700 less |
| Safety-rating records | 5 | 5 | Similar |