Complaint volume
1429 consumer-submitted complaints are matched to this model year. Treat the count as a research signal, then read the actual summaries for repeated symptoms.
Complaint records
2019 Ram 1500 Complaints
1429 consumer-submitted complaints on record for the 2019 Ram 1500, grouped by component category.
1429 Total complaints
73 Crash reports
11 Fire reports
41 Injury reports
Complaint data reflects consumer-submitted reports. A complaint is not proof
of a defect, recall, or manufacturer fault. Enriched severity fields come
from official bulk records when the complaint can be matched by ODI number.
Buyer interpretation
How to use these complaints before buying
Complaint records are most useful when they turn into inspection points, seller questions, and comparison checks against nearby model years.
Pattern to inspect
The most common categories are steering, electrical system, unknown or other. Use those categories as a test-drive checklist instead of judging the vehicle from the total count alone.
Severity flags
Enriched records include 73 crash reports, 11 fire reports, 41 injury reports, and 1 fatality report. These fields come from complaint records and should be read in context.
Mileage clue
Mileage is available on 540 complaints, with an average reported failure mileage of 30,502 miles. Compare that with the mileage on the listing.
Questions to ask the seller
- Have you had any problems related to steering, electrical system, unknown or other?
- Can I see recent maintenance and repair records?
- Has the vehicle ever been towed, involved in a crash, or repaired for the same issue twice?
- Can we also check the recall record for this 2019 Ram 1500?
Used-car checklist
Use these complaints before the test drive.
Build a buyer checklist to turn these issues into questions and inspection points.
2019 Ram 1500
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How severe are the 2019 Ram 1500 complaints?
73 Crash
11 Fire
41 Injury
1 Fatality
80 Towed
35 Medical attention
What are the most common 2019 Ram 1500 complaint categories?
STEERING 246
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 127
UNKNOWN OR OTHER 121
POWER TRAIN 100
ENGINE 91
STRUCTURE 45
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 43
SERVICE BRAKES 38
AIR BAGS 35
VISIBILITY/WIPER 35
1,429 total complaints on record
Latest complaints
| Date | Component | Summary | Severity | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | STEERING | Loss of power steering while driving. RAM says there are no replacement parts and there is no recall on this part, steering rack and pinion. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| May 2026 | STEERING | Electric Steering failed making it unsafe to turn. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| May 2026 | AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS | The contact owns a 2019 RAM 1500. The contact stated while driving at 45 MPH, occupied with four other passengers, the contact mention deer ran across the road, and he attempted to turn the vehicle to attempt not hit the deer and the contact lost control of the vehicle causing the vehicle to merge through bruises crashing into a tree. The contact stated that no air bags deployed in his vehicle and his bumper was detached. The contact stated that he sustained injuries to his neck, back, head and leg and he stated the others sustained injuries as well, however the driver has no information on their injuries at this time. Medical attention was required. The contact mention the vehicle was towed by a collision center and was deemed a total loss by the insurance company. The contact stated that a police report was filed. The contact mentioned that the vehicle seat belts did not retract. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 67,000. | Crash: Yes Fire: No Injuries: 5 Towed Medical attention | 67,000 |
| May 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | I am the original owner of the truck and the brake pads, rotors and calipers ( front and rear) needed to be replaced at less than 26,000 miles. Truck was not used for towing , or driven hard. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| May 2026 | VISIBILITY | Per Warranty Bulletin D-23-17 from Mopar, I have a 2019 RAM 1500 that has the EXACT issue that MOPAR has outlined where the Power Sliding Rear window - also known as the Backlite - has a cracked frame. My vehicle has been sitting for 3 1/2 weeks at the dealership as the vehicle's rear window is leaking into the vehicle's interior and RAM/Stellanis/Mopar is not providing an update on covering the extended warranty for this manufacturing defect. A supervisor I spoke with on 5/7/26 last week at RAM confirmed that my vehicle does have the Rear Sliding Rear window addressed in this bulletin and in addition the dealership the vehicle is at has also confirmed the vehicle has the same issue with the cracked frame they've seen many times before and repaired under warranty. They are also requesting MOPAR to cover this. My vehicle is only 6 1/2 years old and well under the 8 year/150k mile extension they are providing this fix for. I have a case I opened with them which they are not doing anything to cover this with: XXX- with [XXX] . INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| May 2026 | ENGINE | My 2019 Ram 1500 equipped with the eTorque system experienced a sudden failure involving the eTorque/hybrid system at approximately 88,000 miles. The failure caused the vehicle to become disabled and left my [XXX] daughter and me stranded on a busy roadway, creating a serious safety hazard. The vehicle required towing and diagnosis by an authorized Ram dealership. I was informed that the failure involved the eTorque system/components and was required to pay approximately $3,298 for repairs. After researching the issue, I discovered numerous similar complaints involving Ram 1500 eTorque system failures, including reports of sudden shutdowns, loss of power, and expensive repairs. There are also pending lawsuits and NHTSA investigations involving these systems. I believe this represents a widespread safety-related defect involving the Ram eTorque system and request that NHTSA investigate these failures further. Please see attached document for further information. That letter was submitted to Ram for reimbursement purposes. Thank you! INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| May 2026 | STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Lost power while driving down the highway. All the dash lights and windshield wipers turned on and lost power steering. The steering gear assembly failed without warning. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| May 2026 | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | Whenever I refuel my truck the pressure in the fuel tank causes fuel to spit out of the fill neck. It is a common, known, issue among RAM trucks involving the fuel line. It takes me 20 to fill the tank up because of this issue, and I’m constantly having the fuel spitting out at me and the ground. This is a safety/fire hazard that needs to be addressed by RAM. Apparently the only fix is to replace the entire tank which is costly and frustrating. RAM acknowledges this yet they won’t fix the issue, and requires the owners to pay out of pocket to fix this. Being a safety hazard they should be on the hook for the cost. Thought it was a minor issue for a while that would only happen on occasion , but now it’s happening every time I try to fill. That’s when I did the research and found this is a normal issue. The dealer wants to charge me just for them to diagnose the issue before they will repair it. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| May 2026 | WHEELS,SERVICE BRAKES | Initially while taking a corner at low speed the truck made a clunk and grinding noise which resolved and then while going about 50 mph the grinding noise recurred which prompted stopping the vehicle on the side of the road and when almost to a stop, the wheels locked up causing a slight skid; the vehicle was in 4-wheel auto at the time and with change between 4wd and 2wd serveral times the front tires unlocked and i was able to drive it again. About 4 days later, while driving 70 mph, the vehicle started to make a grinding noise on the interstate, and I started to slow down, but unfortunately, I was on the left side of the highway on a narrow shoulder, and upon getting to a lower speed while in 2WD, my front axle locked up. I placed the vehicle in park, but due to safety concerns, I put the truck back in drive and tried to switch from 2WD to 4WD to unlock the axle, but unfortunately, the truck would not change gears. I then had to quickly get the vehicle to the other side during a time with fewer vehicles, while the left front tire was locked, and I had to drag it across the highway to ensure my safety. The left front tire remained locked, and after multiple attempts, the brake partially unlocked but continued to make a grinding and clunking noise. After some diagnostics, we determined the left front wheel hub was the issue, overheating and locking up. I reached out to mechanics for quotes on repair of said part, and upon reaching out to the dealer that I have used in the past for recalls and oil changes, I was informed there was a recall on said part/software that I was not aware of; the service rep used the last 8 of my VIN to look up my vehicle for the quote and provided the details about the recall. I use the RAM Guardian App which provides updates about recalls and upon checking it does not show a recall nor does it show a recall when i search my VIN and License Plate on the website. This seems to be a common issue based on customer reviews. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| May 2026 | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,SERVICE BRAKES | My 2019 Ram 1500 has had a failed ABS control module for several months, which disables critical safety features including ABS, traction control, and cruise control. While entering the interstate on an on-ramp during light rain and under normal driving conditions, the loss of traction control contributed to a sudden loss of stability, causing the rear of the truck to break loose and the vehicle to spin. No other vehicles were involved, but the situation created a serious safety hazard and could have resulted in a crash. The vehicle continues to operate without these safety systems, significantly impairing safe handling and braking. I have been informed that the required replacement module is on extended backorder with no estimated availability, leaving the vehicle in an unsafe condition for an extended period of time. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | I am currently continuing to make monthly payments of $735 on this vehicle while it remains inoperable due to a manufacturer parts backorder. Since 04/01/2026, I have not had use of the vehicle, yet I remain financially responsible for it without a clear timeline for repair completion or alternative support. My vehicle has been inoperable since 04/01/2026 due to failure of a hybrid battery system. The required replacement part is on indefinite backorder with no estimated availability date provided by the manufacturer or dealer. Despite multiple escalation attempts through Ram Customer Care and assigned case management, there is no confirmed timeline for repair completion. The vehicle remains unusable while payments continue. This raises concern regarding manufacturer parts availability for essential hybrid system components and prolonged vehicle downtime without resolution. I am currently continuing to make monthly payments of $735 on this vehicle while it remains inoperable due to a manufacturer parts backorder. Since 04/01/2026, I have not had use of the vehicle, yet I remain financially responsible for it without a clear timeline for repair completion or alternative support. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,SERVICE BRAKES | Truck shut down running 55 mph locking the steering wheel sending it off the roadway rolling vehicle 7 times down the ditch line coming to a stop against the trees | Crash: Yes Fire: No Injuries: 2 Towed Medical attention | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | I am filing a complaint regarding an unresolved safety recall repair on my 2019 Ram 1500 (VIN: [XXX] ). The vehicle was brought to an authorized dealership for a safety recall related to the ABS system. At the time of the initial visit, there were no warning lights or system faults present. After the recall repair was performed, multiple warning lights and system errors appeared that were not present prior to service. The vehicle has since been returned to the dealership on three separate occasions, and the issue remains unresolved. The dealership has now indicated a potential wiring harness issue but claims this is not related to the recall. They have requested approximately $1,200 for further diagnostic work, which we declined. The manufacturer, Stellantis, has stated that the recall for this VIN is closed and has declined to intervene, characterizing the situation as a dispute between the customer and dealership. As a result of these unresolved issues: * The vehicle cannot pass inspection in Texas * The vehicle cannot be registered or legally operated * Warning lights related to safety systems remain active We believe this represents either an incomplete recall repair or a condition introduced during the recall service process. We are requesting that this matter be reviewed as a failed recall remedy, as the safety issue has not been properly resolved and the vehicle remains in a compromised condition. Supporting documentation, including service invoices from all visits, is available upon request. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6) | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE | Manufacturing defect in the rear window frame (Backlite) causing severe water intrusion. Water is pooling directly onto the RF Hub (Radio Frequency Hub) electrical module and wiring harness. This creates a high risk of unintended vehicle shutdown while driving or a total electrical short-circuit/fire. This is a known issue documented in TSB 23-016-21 and Warranty Bulletin D-23-17, yet the manufacturer is refusing to honor the 8-year warranty extension for my specific VIN despite the safety risk. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES | ABS warning comes on then steering wheel jerks. Additionally, traction control and 4WD is shut off | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | POWER TRAIN | See attached document for complaint. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | STEERING | The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized and became difficult to turn. The contact stated that after the failure, the electronic power steering warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the steering rack and pinion had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 152,000. | Crash: No Fire: No | 152,000 |
| Apr 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER | Intermittent total electrical communication failure ('No Bus' error) triggered by warm weather. While driving at any speed, the instrument cluster gauges drop to zero and the vehicle loses all control of turn signals, hazards, cruise control, and windshield wipers. This has created several near-miss situations in traffic and rain. The failure also prevents the vehicle from starting. Despite multiple dealership visits and an open Star Case, the manufacturer has failed to provide a remedy for this safety-critical defect. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Third Brake light (pulse brake light) causes interior leaks causing damage to electrical, interior rust on seats, water damage, headliner staining. This is a common issue. Larson Dodge in Puyallup stated they see approximately three Rams in weekly for this issue including my vehicle 1500. Dodge should do a recall to replace light and repair all damage caused by water damage. | Crash: Yes Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | On March, while I was leaving to take my children to school, I discovered a loud, heavy metallic knocking sound coming from the engine of my 2019 Ram 1500 Classic. As I depressed the gas pedal, the knocking frequency increased immediately with the engine RPMs. Prior to this total failure, I had noticed the truck feeling hesitant and "stuttering" when I was trying to accelerate from red lights in the days leading up to the incident. Because I was concerned the engine would stall or fail completely while my children were in the vehicle, I immediately stopped driving it. A subsequent inspection at Don White’s CDJR confirmed DTC P051B-00 (Crankcase Pressure Sensor Performance). This fault is a recognized indicator of excessive crankcase pressure, which NHTSA has identified as a precursor to sudden engine stalling and fire risks in 3.0L EcoDiesel engines (Ref: Recall 19V-757). | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | POWER TRAIN | Rear differential started making loud noise and grinding sounds | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | STEERING | Truck will randomly refuse to turn left. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | STEERING | While driving, the steering gets really tight, feeling like the power steering is going to fail. Sometimes it is much worse than others. It is intermittent. No warning lights and no messages at all. We called V & H for service, they'd fix it but wouldn't look into the recall for other 2019 1500 Ram trucks. Our vehicle does not have the recall, but we would like to see about expanding the recall for us to be included or even have Chrysler help with the cost of the repair since it was a known issue with the 2019 1500 Ram trucks. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | ENGINE | Camshaft and lifter failure As well as exhaust manifold leak | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |
| Apr 2026 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | Instrument cluster does not work. This has been happening for months now, making vehicle speed and none of the guages or warning lights visible. | Crash: No Fire: No | Unknown |