2013 Ram C/v Tradesman: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Ram C/v Tradesman: 2 recalls, 4 owner complaints.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags, Electrical Vehicle recall #13V283000 · 2013 · 224,264 vehicles
What's wrong: A software error May result in the opposite side airbags deploying from the collision point (a left side impact would deploy the right side airbags and vice versa).
Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the wrong side airbags could deploy leaving the occupant with no airbag protection at the point of impact, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the occupant restraint control module, free of charge. The recall began during September 2013.
Airbags Vehicle recall #14V528000 · 2014 · 18,245 vehicles
What's wrong: In the affected vehicles, road hazards such as potholes May cause the front passenger side curtain and/or seat air bags to deploy unexpectedly.
Why it matters: Inadvertent air bag deployment can increase the risk of crash or injury to the seat occupant.
The fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the software in the occupant restraint control (orc) module, free of charge. The recall began October 3, 2014.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Brakes (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Engine (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Other / unknown (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (1): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2013 Ram C/v Tradesman has 4 owner complaints, ranking #2 of 3 C/v Tradesman model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 4). Neighboring years: 2014 (7 complaints, 1 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Ram C/v Tradesman have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2013 Ram C/v Tradesman. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 Ram C/v Tradesman problems?
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are brakes (1), engine (1), other / unknown (1).
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