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2019 Ram 3500 Problems, complaints & recalls

Owners have filed 138 complaints about the 2019 Ram 3500 with NHTSA, most often about the fuel system (50) and the engine & cooling (26). Those complaints describe 12 crashes, 5 fires and 9 injuries. It is covered by 14 recalls, the latest in December 2025 for the inflator. For comparison, the 2018 has 810 and the 2020 has 116.

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DMore problems than a typical 3500 year, for its age

#64 most complained-about 2019 vehicle

Complaints
138
Recalls
14
Crashes
12
Fires
5
Injuries
9
Deaths
0

Most common 2019 Ram 3500 problems

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2019 Ram 3500 recalls 14

Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do

Air bags: inflator

25V8240001,589 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
The risk
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are C2C, C7C, and C8C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 4, 2025.

Air bags: inflator

25V0100006,066 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ram 3500, Ram 1500, 2016-2020 Ram 2500, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
The risk
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 05C, 09C, and 10C.

Structure: hinge and attachments

22V9040001,224,078 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.
The risk
An unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB8.

Service brakes: control unit / module

22V140000370,437 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
The risk
An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z20.

Visibility: linkages

22V035000171,789 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 vehicles, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, 5500 Cab Chassis and 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs. The windshield wiper arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to function improperly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.
The risk
Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2022. This recall is an expansion of recall number 20V-208. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z08.

Fuel system: fuel pump

21V880000222,410 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500, 3500 pickup trucks, and Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines. The High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) may fail, resulting in a sudden engine stall without warning.
The risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the HPFP, update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, and inspect and replace additional fuel system components as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters to inform owners of the safety recall were mailed on January 4, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 17, 2022. Phase 2 owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on March 2, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y78.

Engine and engine cooling: oil / lubrication

21V43900032,002 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with a Cummins 6.7L High Output engine. The engine calibration software may not warn about low oil volume.
The risk
Low oil can damage the engine, causing an oil leak or a punctured engine block, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will update the engine calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y21.

Wheels: lugs / nuts / bolts / studs

21V398000447,985 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.
The risk
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y36 owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y26 owner notification letters were mailed on December 1, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's numbers for this recall are Y26 and Y36.

Back over prevention: camera

20V191000319,610 vehicles affected

Over-the-air fix
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
The risk
The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W30-W37.

Engine and engine cooling: oil / lubrication

20V51100032,318 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis built with a Cummins 6.7L High Output engine. Inadequate warmup protection can cause a lack of oil film on the engine connecting rod bearings while the engine is reaching operating temperature. This can result in engine damage and connecting rod failure, which could potentially puncture the engine block.
The risk
A damaged engine block may leak oil, which can contact hot engine or exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the engine calibration software to enhance the engine warm up protection, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W57.

Structure

20V20700037,580 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 Pick-up trucks equipped with an accessory bed step. In certain side loading conditions, the bed step may unexpectedly fail while in use.
The risk
A bed step that unexpectedly fails while in use increases the risk of injury to the user.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bed step support brace, free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2020 (RAM 2500) and began on October 6, 2020 (Ram 3500). Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are W24 and W44.

Power train: automatic transmission

20V04300087,431 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and 3500 Pickup vehicles equipped with six-speed automatic (68RFE) transmissions. A build up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.
The risk
The leaking transmission fluid may contact the turbocharger or another ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission valve body separator plate and reprogram the powertrain control module. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W03.

Service brakes: caliper

19V6350005,495 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 2500, 3500 and 3500 Cab Chassis trucks. The brake calipers may have been manufactured with an incorrect assembly fluid, which can cause the caliper's rubber seals to swell.
The risk
The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag, potentially overheating the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake calipers and brake hoses and bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US' number for this recall is V98.

Fuel system

19V498000499 vehicles affected

The problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks, and 3500, 4500, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The fuel lines may leak fuel into the engine compartment.
The risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel lines, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V76.

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138 complaints about the 2019 Ram 3500

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Other & unknown

All left rear wheel studs sheared off while traveling at 70mph 325 miles from home. This catastrophic failure was the direct result of recall Y26 not being preformed by Chrysler Corporation. This unsafe condition placed me and others on the highway in an extremely dangerous situation. When I was first notified of this recall I went to the dealer where I purchased the truck and was told the parts were on back order and they would notify me when the parts came in. That was in 2020. Since then I have been to three...

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different dealers who told me the same thing. Parts never came in. Now my truck is disabled far from home and the dealer is telling me that he has only one out of four kits necessary to complete the recall. The other kits are back ordered with not date of expected arrival. I asked if that meant a week, month, or what time frame and his reply was he did not know. He did state that he didn't expect them this year! I was stranded 325 miles from home, had to sleep along side the busy Highway with cars and semi trucks whizzing by me less than 10 feet away all. Ight and half of the next day.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11774352
AirbagsCrash1 injury

On [[redacted]], I was involved in a serious collision while operating a 2019 Ram 3500 Laramie Crew Cab dually in California. I was traveling westbound when another vehicle traveling northbound failed to stop at a posted stop sign and entered my path. I applied my brakes but was unable to avoid colliding with the passenger side of the other vehicle. Following the collision, both vehicles left the roadway and entered an orchard. My truck sustained extensive damage and was subsequently declared a total loss....

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Despite the severity of the collision, none of the airbags deployed. I am concerned that the supplemental restraint system may not have operated as designed, potentially increasing my risk of injury. I sought medical evaluation at an emergency department the following day. I also maintained a paid subscription to the vehicle's connected emergency assistance services. I expected the vehicle to initiate an automatic emergency notification following a serious collision, but to my knowledge, no automatic emergency call was initiated. I did not manually activate the SOS button. I am concerned that the automatic collision notification system may not have functioned as intended, potentially delaying emergency assistance. Whether the impact met the manufacturer's airbag deployment thresholds, and whether the vehicle was equipped and configured to initiate automatic emergency assistance under these circumstances, remains UNKNOWN. The vehicle is currently at a collision repair facility and has been requested to be preserved for independent inspection. The vehicle has been evaluated for collision damage, but no independent technical examination has yet confirmed or ruled out a defect in the supplemental restraint system or emergency notification system. Whether any relevant diagnostic trouble codes, warning messages, or stored crash data exist is UNKNOWN. No pre-collision warning symptoms have been established. I request that NHTSA investigate whether the airbag no INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Air bagsNHTSA 11769764
Electrical systemCrash

On my 2019 RAM 3500, I reported a problem with th eNHSTA back in 2023, and NO response yet. This is about the integrated brake controller, that provides NO electrical signal to stop the towed trailer at speeds what apear to be below 35MPH. This is a very dangerous failure on these trucks.

Filed Incident Electrical systemNHTSA 11767624
Engine & cooling

1. Engine failed while driving. 2.This could have caused an accident if I were at highway speeds. 3. The cause of failure was a spent bearing on piston #3 due to lack of oil. 4. Per my mechanic an engine or rebuild kit is needed. This was a reported complaint in March of this year with a complaint number of #11724554. Their was no warning or low oil lamp which was a recall for some 2019 Rams, however my VIN was not included in that recall.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11766553
Fuel system

Had recall for high pressure fuel pump completed in 12/2022 and the new part has prematurely failed causing debris to go into the fuel system. The new part was to prevent this issue from happening and it seems that failure after only 3 years means that a defective part was installed or some form of improper installation occurred.

Filed Incident Fuel / propulsion systemNHTSA 11744287
Transmission & drivetrain

While driving transmission just died would only go in reverse. lucky it happened at midnight so there was no traffic and was able to pull over safely. I drove truck home in reverse has I was only about 1000ft from house. Checked transmission fluid was burnt and all black. there was no warning signs check engine light came on just has it happened. I then ordered a aftermarket transmission and had it installed . When old transmission was sent back for core was told under drive and overdrive clutch packs are welded...

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together. Was not brought to dealer because warranty was already up. didn't think to keep codes that populated when check engine light came on there was about six all seemed to do with shift solenoids. I am filling this out in case others have had same issue and maybe its a defect seems like low miles for this to have happened.

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11737771
Engine & coolingFire

The contact owned a 2019 Dodge Ram 3500 towing an empty container. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being driven uphill at unknown speeds, it unexpectedly caught fire. No warning lights illuminated. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployment, or police report. The fire department was on the scene, extinguished the fire, and provided a fire report. The fire chief was unable to determine the cause of the fire due to the extensive damage. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The local dealer was...

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not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000. The vehicle was deemed a total loss by the insurance company.

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11726482
Engine & cooling

Driving along normal and the engine started knocking, then the noise went away and about three miles later the engine started knocking extremely loud as I attempted to get off the road safely the engine locked up, I opened th hood and seen the engine connecting rods broke out of the engine and it now has holes in the block, and needs a total replacememt

Filed Incident EngineNHTSA 11724799
Engine & cooling

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine made an abnormal rattling sound. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic; however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V475000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 108,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine coolingNHTSA 11724554
Fuel systemEngine & cooling

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, a warning light for the exhaust system illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, and the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, but the vehicle was not repaired. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that an...

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unknown recall repair was previously completed on the vehicle. Upon investigating the failure online, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Action Number: EA23001(Fuel System, Diesel). The failure mileage was approximately 214,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Incident Fuel system, diesel · EngineNHTSA 11723090
Transmission & drivetrain

While entering the interstate highway and accelerating to merge into traffic the transmission would not shift properly and check engine light came with code p0871. I could not fully control the speed to keep up with traffic due to the erratic shifting of the transmission and was nearly rear ended by another vehicle also merging into traffic. This could have caused a multi vehicle accident at highway speed of 65 MPH. The p0871 code is transmission fluid pressure sensor / switch c circuit range/performance. There have been previous recalls with this transmission for the same problem but my vin was not listed. Transmission would not shift properly until code is reset with scan tool.

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11720125
AirbagsSeats & seat beltsBrakes

I lost trailer brakes, hydraulic controller not working. traction control light is on along with my airbag and my abs light comes on at times. NO REPAIRS WERE DONE YET. DEALER STATES ORC MODULE NEEDS REPLACEMENT. I believe this is an reoccurring issue.

Filed Incident Air bags · Seat belts · Service brakesNHTSA 11712870
Electrical systemAirbagsBrakes

Recurring water intrusion through firewall/wiper cowl causes electrical corrosion and loss of vehicle communication (CAN bus). Dealer repeatedly documented: • 05/19/2022: "Cowl drains clogged; water entering passenger side" (Invoice #[redacted]). • 08/15/2025: "Water intrusion through firewall due to wiper cowl drains being clogged with organic debris; water found in passenger kick-panel connector" (Invoice #[redacted]). Resulting failures include: • BCM shorted (02/16/2022 - replaced). • HVAC module failure...

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(10/15/2022 - replaced). • Intermittent CAN bus, loss of gauges while driving (09/04/2025 - Invoice #[redacted]; dealer suspects internal corrosion from prior water leaks). • 10/16/2025: Dealer states "old water damage to BCM causing corrosion on circuit board and disrupting bus circuits"; BCM replaced again (Invoice #[redacted]). • 10/20/2025 (current): Dealer states "ORC (airbag module) dead on bus; ABS module loss-comm with ORC; replace airbag module" (Workorder #[redacted]). The truck has lost instrumentation and safety systems in rain, with airbag and ABS communication currently inoperative. This is a safety defect; seeking investigation and manufacturer remedy/reimbursement. Injuries/Crashes: None, near-miss due to loss of gauges. Dealer: Hall Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, [[redacted]] . INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Electrical system · Air bags · Service brakesNHTSA 11694823
Transmission & drivetrain

sometimes when I first start the truck and drive off, I find out that I have no throttle response at all. No smoke or abnormal noises, just a dead pedal. Then after I stop the truck and take off again it works perfectly normal. I've heard of others having this problem but haven't heard of a fix. I also can't duplicate the problem; it has only happened a couple times. I did check for any codes which I did not have any.

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11675246
Engine & coolingElectrical system

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated that after accelerating from a red light and while driving approximately 30 MPH, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from underneath the hood, and the vehicle started to decelerate. The contact coasted to the side of the road and inspected the engine while attempting to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed that a rod had fractured in cylinder #1, causing the engine to fail. The...

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contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V511000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Electrical systemNHTSA 11668824
Transmission & drivetrainElectrical system

Radio some time turns off by it's self. Transmission has locked up in park after driving and put in park ,and will not go into any other gear, unless truck is turned off. After turning truck back on it will engage into preferred gear. It has done this for few time since February.

Filed Incident Power train · Electrical systemNHTSA 11657073
Driver assistanceCrash

Firstly, I have contacted Ram about the issue and they said I can't do anything about it. It's a safety feature and it absolutely is the total OPPOSITE of a safety feature! When on icy roads, with traction control off, and in four-wheel drive, if the truck starts sliding, it cuts the power to the wheels when I need power to pull out of the slide. I've been driving in icy / snowy conditions since I was 14 years old and I'm now [[redacted]] . Since it cut power to the wheels, the truck continued to slide off into...

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the ditch causing major front end damage. If there had been a person walking their dog there, they would have been killed. This happened at about 15 mph and was totally preventable if I had had control of the vehicle instead of a computer! I don't even understand what the traction control button being turned off actually does because apparently it doesn't do anything. Also, I about got thrown through the windshield when the automatic brakes came on thinking I was going to rear-end some one who was not going to be there by the time I got there! Again, not a safety feature! There definitely needs to be a way to turn these systems off completely. If I remove the fuse for the traction control system it unfortunately affects other systems as well. So that is not an acceptable fix. In my opinion, people are putting far too much trust in computer systems. I do not believe there should be a computer in control of a vehicle at any time. You will never get me in a" "self-driving car!" It's complete lunacy! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Filed Incident Unknown or other · Forward collision avoidanceNHTSA 11652365
Electrical systemDriver assistance

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the Cruise Control was unintendedly disabled and remained inoperative. The failure occurred on several occasions. No warning light was illuminated; however, the "Electronic Stability Control System Malfunctioning" message was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed; however, the result was unknown. The contact researched and was made aware of an unknown recall; however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 133,000.

Filed Incident Electrical system · Electronic stability control (ESC)NHTSA 11637478
Engine & cooling

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode, and the turbo charger became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · EngineNHTSA 11633631
Engine & coolingElectrical system

The contact owns a 2019 RAM 3500. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, he heard an abnormal squealing sound emanating from the engine compartment, after which the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to...

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NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V511000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 135,000.

Filed Incident Engine and engine cooling · Electrical systemNHTSA 11625532
Suspension

Front driver side. The chassis weld is broken. It's a weld that holds the coil spring bucket. I also notice bad welds on the frame.

Filed Incident SuspensionNHTSA 11624849
LightsBody, doors & structure

I have problem with rear window light water leak. This light has water leak and I have a lot of water after each rain. Many of my things were destroyed because of this. I know RAM has reacalls for this huge problem, but they denied to fix my car, because there is no this recall under my VIN. But I read a lot of comments on RAM forums and many people complaining about this issue. I also saw that some people were able to fix it under the recall but I don't have any idea who I should contact for help. I need them to fix this issue in my car also, because this is manufacture issue not because of me

Filed Incident Exterior lighting · StructureNHTSA 11617719
Fuel system

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel); and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was contacted.

Filed Incident Fuel system, dieselNHTSA 11614283
Other & unknown

We repaired the recall #W03-2019-2020 D Transmission Valve Body with our local dealer Sunland Park Dodge on 5/1/24 but continue to get this same recall. The dealer has not reported that the recall has been fixed. What can I do to report this issue.

Filed Incident Unknown or otherNHTSA 11605860
Transmission & drivetrainCrash

I placed my truck in park and got out to close the door to my hangar. I turned around and my truck was rolling forward. It rolled into a small two seat plane and pushed it into another plane causing significant damage. When I saw what was happening I ran to the truck but got to it a little too late. I went to put the truck into park, but it was already in park. This confused me a lot because this is not suppose to happen. This morning after I started my truck I tested the gear shifter and to my surprise I am able...

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to shift the truck out of park and all the way into drive for about 1 second or more after removing my foot from the brake. You should not be able to shift a vehicle out of park when your foot is not on the brake. After this incident I have gone online and have ready about large recalls for similar issues with RAM trucks and vans. I even seen some issues posted about my same year truck. Ram had a recall that ended with year model 2018 vehicles for this, but I dont think the issue was resolved completely, or there is a different issue causing this that needs to be investigated. I took a couple videos to prove that my truck shifts out of park without the brake being depressed.

Filed Incident Power trainNHTSA 11602617

Ram 3500: every year compared

YearComplaintsRecallsCrashesFiresTop problemGrade
202317500Engine & coolingA
20221911245Transmission & drivetrainF
202163904Electrical systemB
20201161167Fuel systemC
201913814125Fuel systemD
201881011162BrakesF
20173171391BrakesD
201613416125SteeringC
20151371635Transmission & drivetrainC
All 3500 years

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Questions about the 2019 Ram 3500

Does the 2019 Ram 3500 have any recalls?

Yes - NHTSA lists 14 recalls for the 2019 Ram 3500: inflator (December 2025); inflator (January 2025); hinge and attachments (December 2022); control unit / module (March 2022) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ram 3500?

By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the fuel system (50), engine & cooling (26), electrical system (21).

How many complaints has the 2019 Ram 3500 had?

138 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on September 12, 2019 and the latest on October 29, 2026. Of these, 12 describe a crash and 5 a fire, and together they report 9 injuries and 0 deaths.

Is the 2019 Ram 3500 a reliable vehicle?

Its Safety Index is 39 out of 100 (grade D: more problems than a typical Ram 3500 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.

Which Ram 3500 years have the most complaints?

2018 (810), 2017 (317), 2014 (202). See every Ram 3500 year compared.

What should I do if my 2019 Ram 3500 has a problem?

If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data

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