AI Damage2023 RAM 5500: common problems
The maker issued 270 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 270
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 129 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 28 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 3 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- RADIATOR - ENGINE COOLING
- SWITCH AND BEZEL - FRONT DOOR
- SENSOR - TURBOCHARGER SPEED
- Air Handling Performance Test (APT) Availability In wiTECH Technicians may experience a Malfunction…
Air Handling Performance Test (APT) Availability In wiTECH Technicians may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic…
- INJECTOR - FUEL
- CORE – HEATER
- Front Fog Lamp RT 1) If the lamp contains moisture, do not replace it immediately
Turn the fog lamp on for one hour and inspect it afterward. Refer to 23-008-25 Rev.A. Exterior Front Lamps Condensation Clearing Procedure for details. 2) If the fog lamp(s) do not light. Refer to Star Online…
- Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and Radio Compass Display has Dashes (--)
- 1) If the lamp contains moisture, do not replace it immediately
Turn the fog lamp on for one hour and inspect it afterward. Refer to 23-008-25 Rev.A. Exterior Front Lamps Condensation Clearing Procedure for details. 2) If the fog lamp(s) do not light. Refer to Star Online…
- SWITCH – HEADLAMP
- Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
- OUTLET - AIR CONDITIONING & HEATER
NHTSA lists 270 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2023 RAM 5500?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 270 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2023 RAM 5500?
NHTSA lists 270 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2023 RAM 5500 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2023 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.