Shock Absorber Pair for the 2013–2018 Ram 1500

What 2013–2018 Ram 1500 owners report about the suspension

Owners have filed 20 complaints with NHTSA, the US federal vehicle-safety regulator, that mention the shocks on the 2013–2018 Ram 1500, and 347 filed under its suspension. Those 20, by model year, as of September 18, 2026:

• 2013 Ram 1500: 5 complaints
• 2014 Ram 1500: 7 complaints
• 2015 Ram 1500: 3 complaints
• 2016 Ram 1500: 5 complaints
• 2017 Ram 1500: none
• 2018 Ram 1500: none

NHTSA publishes complaints as owners wrote them and does not verify them, so read them as a pattern rather than a diagnosis.

A 2013 Ram 1500 owner, NHTSA complaint 11626992: "On multiple occasions I have had the tailgate come open/fail to close. Other year Rams have a recall and I believe this year should be included. I have installed a gas shock to help slow it and hold in place. The front brakes have had issues with sticking or not releasing after applying them."

A 2014 Ram 1500 owner, NHTSA complaint 11622399: "Hello, I went and got my truck service at a car dealership for rear air bag shock not working properly (4times) ; futhermore, my power steering went out while driving...not knowing the steering is electronic"

Recalls that cover the shock absorber pair on the 2013–2018 Ram 1500

• 14V392000, 2014 models: Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2014 Jeep Cherokee and Ram 1500 and 2015 Chrysler 200 vehicles. Due to an insufficient weld, the rear shocks may detach from the vehicle at one end and possibly damage other chassis components, the tire or result in reduced braking. Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear shocks and replace any affected ones, free of charge.

A recall repair is free at any Ram dealer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls before you pay anyone for this part — us included.

Which shock absorber pair a 2013–2018 Ram 1500 takes

Shocks differ by drivetrain, by ride height, and by whether the trim carries an off-road or sport package. The 2013–2018 Ram 1500 came with several powertrains, among them 3.0L V6 Automatic 4WD, 3.6L V6 Automatic RWD and 5.7L V8 Automatic 4WD. That is why we ask for the VIN, or the year, engine and trim, and confirm the part against it before you pay rather than after it arrives.

What we source it from

10 shock absorber pairs from Bilstein, Gabriel, KYB, Monroe and Rancho, $134.99 to $199.99, with flat $30 shipping anywhere in the US. If a part we confirmed as a fit does not fit your vehicle, we cover the return and the replacement.