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2023 Ram 1500 Limited Diesel

The 2023 Ram 1500 Limited Diesel is a 260-hp with a 3.0l ecodiesel v-6 and rear-wheel drive. It is rated at 3 mpg combined.

It makes 260 horsepower at 3,600 rpm and 480 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 3 mpg city and 3 mpg highway (3 mpg combined).

The 1500 measures 232.9 inches long on a 144.6-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
PowertrainDiesel
Price
Destination Charge$1,995
Engine
Engine Type3.0L EcoDiesel V-6
Horsepower260 hp @ 3,600 rpm
Torque480 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm (3.0L diesel) rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24V chain-driven (3.0L diesel)
Bore and Stroke83.0 x 92.0 (3.0L diesel)
Compression Ratio16.0:1 (3.0L diesel)
Injection Typecommon rail 2000 bar (3.0L diesel)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRWD
Differential TypeRear axle: 3.21 (std), 3.55 (opt); open, limited-slip or electronic-locking diff available
Transmission
Transmission3.0L EcoDiesel V-6
1st Gear4.71
2nd Gear3.14
3rd Gear2.1
4th Gear1.67
5th Gear1.29
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.84
8th Gear0.67
Reverse3.3
Fuel Economy
City3 MPG
Highway3 MPG
Combined3 MPG
Recommended Fuel3.0L EcoDiesel V-6
Suspension
Front SuspensionSLA (upper and lower A-arms), coil springs, twin-tube shock absorbers, stabilizer bar; optional active-level four-corner air suspension
Rear SuspensionFive-link with track bar, progressive rate coil springs, stabilizer bar, twin-tube shock absorbers, solid rear axle; optional air suspension
Brakes
Front Brake Calipers2.2-in (57 mm) two-piston pin-slider
Front Brake Disc14.9 x 1.2 in / 378 x 30 mm vented
Rear Brake Disc14.8 x 0.87 in / 375 x 22 mm disc
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front20-in alloy (std; see package options for 18-in or 22-in)
Wheels Rear20-in alloy (std; see package options for 18-in or 22-in)
Tires Front275/55R20 (std)
Tires Rear275/55R20 (std)
Dimensions & Weight
Length232.9 in
Width82.1 in
Height77.6 in
Wheelbase144.6 in
Front Track68.5 in
Rear Track68.1 in
Ground Clearance8.4 in
Approach Angle18°
Departure Angle25°
Cargo Volume53.9 ft³
Interior
Headroom Front40.9 in
Headroom Rear39.8 in
Legroom Front40.9 in
Legroom Rear45.2 in
Shoulder Room Front66 in
Shoulder Room Rear65.7 in
Hip Room Front63.4 in
Hip Room Rear63.4 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

11 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2023 Ram 1500. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jul 30, 2026 · SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The second-row center and left-side seat belt buckle anchors may have been improperly installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

Consequence: An improperly installed seat belt buckle anchor may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and attach the seat belt buckle anchor to the body structure as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 67D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 6, 2026.

NHTSA campaign 26V495000

May 8, 2025 · AIR BAGS

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The driver's side air bag may not be connected properly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence: A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers secured the connectors for the air bag, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 08C.

NHTSA campaign 25V298000

Oct 10, 2024 · VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Ram 1500 Classic vehicles equipped with heated trailer tow rearview mirrors. The mirror glass may detach from the driver's side heated trailer tow rearview mirror. As such these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: Detached mirror glass can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the mirror glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 5, 2024. Owners may contact FCA Customer Service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 86B.

NHTSA campaign 24V754000

Oct 1, 2024 · STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence: Turn signals that do not function properly may fail to indicate the driver's intention to change vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2024. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is A1B.

NHTSA campaign 24V729000

Sep 5, 2024 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019, 2021-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."

Consequence: Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 10, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 85B.

NHTSA campaign 24V653000

Jun 6, 2024 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. An insufficient weld in the transmission control unit can allow transmission fluid to leak on to electrical components, resulting in a loss of drive power or loss of park function.

Consequence: A loss of drive power or a loss of park function increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the valve body and control unit, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expecting to be mailed July 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 63B.

NHTSA campaign 24V413000

Mar 14, 2024 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER CLOCKSPRING/SPIRAL CASSETTE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) (Stellantis) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Ram 1500, Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Chrysler Pacifica, Ram 3500, Ram 3500 cab chassis, Ram 2500, Ram 4500 cab chassis, Ram 5500 cab chassis, 2023 Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and Chrysler Voyager vehicles. The steering column control module may not be welded properly, which can prevent the driver's air bag from deploying in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy in a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the steering column control module, as necessary free of charge. Some owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2024 through June 20, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are 14B, 33B, 34B, 35B, 36B.

NHTSA campaign 24V199000

Nov 28, 2023 · STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2023 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 3500 Classic, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2023-2024 Ram 2500, 4500/5500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The steering column control module may cause the high beams to activate when the turn signal is used or activate the turn signal when the high beams are used. In addition, the turn signal self-canceling feature may not function properly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence: Turn signals and/or high beams that do not function as intended may cause confusion or reduced visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the steering column control module (SCCM) software, and inspect and replace the module, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's numbers for this recall are B2A and D5A.

NHTSA campaign 23V799000

Sep 28, 2023 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Ram 1500, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs., and 2022-2024 Ram 2500 vehicles. The radio software may prevent the rearview image from displaying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: A rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the radio software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 24, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 97A.

NHTSA campaign 23V654000

Apr 13, 2023 · FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Jeep Wrangler, Gladiator, and 2022-2023 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 3.0L diesel engine. The high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) may fail.

Consequence: Fuel pump failure can result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the HPFP and replace additional fuel system components, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 17, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 01A.

NHTSA campaign 23V263000

Feb 9, 2023 · BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Ram 1500 and 2023 Ram 2500 vehicles. The trailer reverse steering control module (TRSCM) may prevent the rearview image from displaying when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: A rearview image that does not display while in reverse decreases the driver's visibility of the rear view, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the TRSCM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 1, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 14A. This recall supersedes and expands previous recall numbers 21V-438 and 21V-918. FCA US Recall ID 63A is a vehicle population expansion of FCA US Recall ID 14A (NHTSA Recall ID 23V-059).

NHTSA campaign 23V059000

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2023 RAM 1500. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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