2013 Ram 1500: Steering complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 640 owner complaints for the 2013 Ram 1500 that list the steering component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11770041 (filed 10/09/2026): “Power steering is intermittently working. my truck barely made it to the side of the road because it was so hard to steer. if there was more traffic at the time i don't think i would have made it.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11769727 (filed 10/07/2026): “The contact owns a 2013 ram 1500. the contact stated that while driving 5 mph and attempting to make a right turn, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. additionally, the power steering failure warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic whe…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11767177 (filed 09/26/2026): “Power steering. while driving lost all control of the power steering. mechanic said it's a fault in the internal of the electronic power steering.…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Electric power steering faults typically need module diagnosis with a scan tool and calibration. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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