2019 Ram 2500 Safety Report
2019 RAM 2500 Safety Analysis
Safety Decision Cockpit for the 2019 Ram 2500
This page is the hub for deciding what to inspect next on the 2019 Ram 2500. It connects recall campaigns, owner complaint patterns, service bulletins, sibling model years, component issue hubs, and the model buying guide so a shopper or owner can move from a single report into the wider safety graph.
| Signal | Value | What to inspect next |
|---|---|---|
| Recall burden | High (12) | Review campaign numbers, affected components, and dealer remedies below. |
| Owner complaints | High (176) | Scan complaint narratives for recurring symptoms, mileage, crashes, fires, injuries, and dates. |
| Crash and fire reports | 17 | Treat any crash, fire, injury, or fatality-linked pattern as a priority pre-purchase inspection item. |
| Primary component hub | Fuel/Propulsion System | Compare fuel/propulsion system issues across vehicles. |
| Cleaner nearby model year | 2021 | Compare against the 2021 Ram 2500 with 99 complaints and 8 recalls. |
| Riskier nearby model year | 2018 | Check the 2018 Ram 2500 before buying across this generation. |
Ram 2500 Year-by-Year Comparison
The safest purchase decision usually comes from comparing neighboring model years, not reading a single page in isolation. The table below uses only validated Ram 2500 years already present in the cleaned NHTSA dataset, so each comparison links to a real vehicle safety report rather than a generated combination.
| Model Year | Complaints | Recalls | Use case |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Ram 2500 | 157 | 10 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2018 Ram 2500 | 2377 | 10 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2021 Ram 2500 | 99 | 8 | Compare as a potentially cleaner alternative. |
| 2017 Ram 2500 | 649 | 12 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2016 Ram 2500 | 250 | 14 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
| 2015 Ram 2500 | 211 | 15 | Inspect as a potentially higher-complaint year. |
2019 Ram 2500 Complaint Theme Map
Complaint counts become more useful when they are grouped into inspection themes. For the 2019 Ram 2500, these are the component areas with the clearest NHTSA complaint signals. Use each link to jump from this single vehicle into broader component hubs and make-specific issue pages.
Fuel/Propulsion System
19 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel/Propulsion System issues Ram onlyFuel System, Diesel
18 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Fuel System, Diesel issues Ram onlyPower Train
17 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Power Train issues Ram onlyStructure
17 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Structure issues Ram onlyEngine,Fuel/Propulsion System
11 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Engine,Fuel/Propulsion System issues Ram onlyUnknown Or Other
10 owner complaints mention this component in the current safety profile.
All Unknown Or Other issues Ram onlyAI Safety Analysis for the 2019 Ram 2500
Reliability Score
The 2019 Ram 2500 receives a reliability score of 85 out of 100 based on analysis of NHTSA complaint data, recall history, crash reports, and safety ratings. This indicates above-average reliability relative to comparable vehicles.
Known Issues for the 2019 Ram 2500
The following issues have been identified from NHTSA complaint data and owner reports for the 2019 Ram 2500:
| Issue | Severity | Frequency | Typical Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Deployment Failure Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 2500 vehicles due to potential airbag deployment failure, posing a risk to driver and passenger safety. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Engine Smoke And Power Loss Engine issues can cause blue and white smoke, and unexpected power loss, affecting vehicle performance and safety. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Hydraulic Service Brake Failure Hydraulic service brakes may fail, leading to a spongy brake pedal and loss of control, posing a significant safety risk. |
High | Common | 30k-60k miles |
| Fuel System Leaks And Engine Codes Fuel system issues can cause leaks and trigger engine codes, affecting vehicle reliability and safety. |
Medium | Common | 30k-60k miles |
Common Problems Reported by Owners
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the following components account for the majority of reported issues with the 2019 Ram 2500:
Airbags are critical for safety, and issues can lead to deployment failure.
Engine problems can cause smoke, power loss, and other issues.
Brake issues can lead to a spongy pedal and loss of control.
Fuel system issues can cause leaks and trigger engine codes.
Recall Details for the 2019 Ram 2500
The following 12 recalls have been issued for the 2019 Ram 2500 by NHTSA:
Summary: 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.
Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: 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."
Consequence: An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 ...
Summary: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and Ram 2500, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 and 2020 Jeep Gladiator vehicles. In the event of a crash, a front seat belt retractor may not properly slow the occupant's forward movement after locking.
Consequence: In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat belt retractors, free of charge. The recall began November 12, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W67.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: A bed step that unexpectedly fails while in use increases the risk of injury to the user.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: 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 Fe...
Consequence: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: The leaking transmission fluid may contact the turbocharger or another ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag, potentially overheating the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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.
Summary: 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.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
NHTSA Complaint Summaries for the 2019 Ram 2500
Below are complaint narratives filed by owners of the 2019 Ram 2500 with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 2 complaints involved crashes. 2 involved fires. 1 reported injuries or fatalities.
I was in an accident and my airbags did not deploy. I have a head injury. No Not yet No
Wiper fluid supply lines disconnect, halting fluid from reaching windshield. Reconnecting manually does not maintain the connection. Mine have separated at different connectors multiple times.
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, there was blue and white smoke coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken back to the residence. The contact saw a cloud of smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact waited to see where the smoke was coming from and attempted to start however, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was t...
Dealer has not responded to written requests to perform federally mandated Recall Y78 on my 2019 Ram 2500 (VIN: [XXX] ). I have been told recall work may be declined due to an insurance claim or vehicle history references. No manufacturer directive has been provided. I am requesting NHTSA review of recall nonperformance. Dealership is Hendrick Ram of Cary NC INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FR...
My rear back window is leaking into the cab. Water comes in around the rear headliner and down onto the seats. This is a known issue on 2019+ Ram trucks with the same backlite design — cracked upper frame and failed seal causing water intrusion.
I have experienced unexpected loss of power during acceleration, lack of exhaust breaking and engine codes p003a and p006f which I believe are associated with the turbo actuator.
We took a trip from Daleville, Alabama to Las Vegas, Nevada. Before we left, We took my 2019 RAM 2500 Bighorn diesel pickup to our local Ram dealership, Mitchel Chrysler Dodge in Enterprise, Alabama to have it inspected, to make sure there wouldn't be any problems along the way. They cleared it, and said there was nothing wrong with the vehicle. On my way, the steering wheel position started slipp...
Parked vehicle for a week in driveway. Sometime during that week side curtain airbag inflator unit exploded causing significant damage to the roof and interior of the truck. Vehicle was powered off and was not involved in a collision when this incident occurred. Vehicle was not included in the recall for this problem and I was never notified this could be an issue. If there had been a passenger in...
The surface on the front dash has separated from the component underneath. It is bubbled up and no longer glued to the underneath dash piece. It does not currently block driver's view but it could completely separate in the future causing the driver not to be able to see out of the front windshield. This is a widely reported and complained about issue on-line, primarily on year models 2019 thro...
Two snap rings in transmission came loose and caused a catastrophic fail while I was driving . No warning or sounds before it happened. Almost caused a multi vehicle pileup on the interstate. This is an issue that has been happening to all these trucks.
Brake pedal became very soft and spongy and excessive travel. Need to pump brake pedal to restore pressure. No warning lamps. Dealer technician verified “low pedal”
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH, the brake pedal was inadvertently applied with the Forward Collision Avoidance message displayed. The contact depressed the brake pedal, and then the accelerator to start the vehicle. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure ...
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while her husband was reversing, there was an abnormal pop coming from the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel independently turned to the left. Upon further inspection, the contact's husband noticed that there was a bolt that was loosened on the driver’s side of the steeri...
Following completion of the Y78 (high-pressure fuel pump) and XQ1 (emissions) recall repairs in April 2024, our 2019 Ram 2500 immediately began experiencing misfires, fuel system issues, and ongoing performance problems. These symptoms have persisted for over a year and have never been resolved despite repeated service visits and escalations. The vehicle suffered multiple HPFP failures, including...
The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2019 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH in rainy weather, the windshield wipers became inoperable, causing the contact to slow down significantly to exit the expressway. The contact was able to drive to the residence. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the totally integrated power module...
vehicle is 2019 year, 2500 series, crew cab, 4wd, cummins 6.7 turbo diesel. Steering systems wanders and will not steer straight at all speeds. vehicle was bought used with 127,000 miles and was to be used just to pull a 9,000lb travel trailer. as of 03/27/2025 vehicle has been in repair shop over 4 weeks now. upper and lower ball joints replaced, steering gear box replaced, entire suspension sy...
Leaking anti freeze from back of motor
The sway bar keeps disconnecting or becomes unoperatable during extreme cold days. It's like it becomes frozen. You have to wait until the temperature warms up and it will go away. How is one supposed to use this on the Power Wagon in places where we get cold weather, and need to travel off road and utilize the sway bar disconnect normally if it keeps not being available to disconnect in cold weat...
Front parking sensors always being disabled due to something. Keeps saying wipe sensors. Even after going through wash bays. Tailgate has been opening on its own multiple times while driving, while going through car wash, and just sitting still. Try to close it, and it pops back open instantly. Have to do this several times and hope it stays closed. Now the tailgate won't open at all via the hand...
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not exper...
Showing 20 of 176 complaints. Additional complaints are available via the NHTSA database.
NHTSA Defect Investigations for the 2019 Ram 2500
NHTSA defect investigations are higher-signal than ordinary complaints because they indicate the agency opened a formal review of a potential safety defect. Some investigations later connect to recall campaigns; others close without a recall after review.
Component: Fuel System, Diesel:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Opened 2021-10-14 · Closed 2023-04-14
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE21-021 on October 14, 2021 to investigate allegations of stall/loss of motive power as a result of high pressure fuel pump failures in certain model year (MY) 2019-2020 RAM 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 heavy duty trucks equipped with 6.7L Cummins turbodiesel engines.On November 12, 2021, FCA filed vehicle recall 21V-880 and equipment recall 21E-094 on the subject population, identifying an `internally failed component? of the high pressure fuel pu...
Component: Fuel System, Diesel:Delivery:Fuel Pump
Opened 2023-03-17
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE21-021 on October 14, 2021, to investigate incidents alleging a stall/loss of motive power as a result of high-pressure fuel pump failures in certain model year (MY) 2019-2020 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 heavy duty trucks equipped with 6.7L Cummins turbodiesel engines. During the investigation, ODI sought to determine if the related defect allegation was limited in scope to the recalled population. After review of information request response...
Frequently Asked Questions About the 2019 Ram 2500
Has the 2019 RAM 2500 been recalled?
Yes, the 2019 RAM 2500 has 12 recalls on record with NHTSA. Each recall addresses a specific safety defect identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA.
How many complaints does the 2019 RAM 2500 have?
The 2019 RAM 2500 has 176 complaints filed with NHTSA. Of these, 8 involved crashes. 5 injuries and 0 deaths have been reported.
What is the safety rating for the 2019 RAM 2500?
The 2019 RAM 2500 does not have an NHTSA safety rating on file. This can happen for newer model years, specialty vehicles, or models that have not been crash-tested.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 RAM 2500?
The most commonly reported problems with the 2019 RAM 2500 involve fuel/propulsion system (19 complaints), fuel system, diesel (18 complaints), power train (17 complaints). Other affected components include structure, engine,fuel/propulsion system, unknown or other.
How many crash reports does the 2019 RAM 2500 have?
There are 8 crash reports associated with the 2019 RAM 2500 out of 176 total complaints (4.5% of complaints involved crashes).
How many fire reports does the 2019 RAM 2500 have?
There are 9 fire reports for the 2019 RAM 2500 out of 176 total complaints. Fire reports are among the most serious safety concerns tracked by NHTSA.
Are there any deaths reported for the 2019 RAM 2500?
No deaths have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 RAM 2500.
How many injuries are reported for the 2019 RAM 2500?
5 injuries have been reported in NHTSA complaints for the 2019 RAM 2500. These are self-reported by vehicle owners as part of their safety complaints.
Should I buy a 2019 RAM 2500?
Based on NHTSA data, the 2019 RAM 2500 is proceed with caution. It has 176 complaints, 12 recalls. Always have a pre-purchase inspection done by a qualified mechanic.
What components fail most on the 2019 RAM 2500?
The components with the most failures on the 2019 RAM 2500 are: 1. FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (19 complaints), 2. FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL (18 complaints), 3. POWER TRAIN (17 complaints), 4. STRUCTURE (17 complaints), 5. ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (11 complaints). FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM is the single most-reported problem area with 19 complaints.
What should I know before buying a 2019 RAM 2500?
Be aware of potential airbag deployment failures and engine smoke issues. Regular maintenance is crucial to prevent brake and fuel system problems. The 2019 RAM 2500 has 176 NHTSA complaints and 12 recalls on record.
How reliable is the 2019 RAM 2500?
The 2019 RAM 2500 receives a reliability score of 85/100, indicating above-average reliability. This is based on 176 owner complaints, 12 recalls, and 17 crash/fire reports in the NHTSA database. Key known issues include Airbag Deployment Failure and Engine Smoke and Power Loss.
What are the known issues with the 2019 RAM 2500?
Known issues with the 2019 RAM 2500 include: Airbag Deployment Failure, Engine Smoke and Power Loss, Hydraulic Service Brake Failure, Fuel System Leaks and Engine Codes. These are based on patterns found across 176 NHTSA complaints. 12 of these patterns resulted in formal recalls.
Are there any recalls for the 2019 RAM 2500?
Yes, there are recalls for airbag deployment issues and engine smoke.
What should I do if I experience brake pedal issues?
Check for spongy pedal and loss of control; contact a dealer for inspection.
Can fuel system issues affect my vehicle's performance?
Yes, fuel leaks and engine codes can impact reliability and safety.
Buyer Advice
Our recommendation: Be aware of potential airbag deployment failures and engine smoke issues. Regular maintenance is crucial to prevent brake and fuel system problems.
NHTSA Data Summary for 2019 Ram 2500
This safety report is based on a comprehensive analysis of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the 2019 Ram 2500. The data includes 176 consumer complaints filed by vehicle owners, 12 manufacturer-initiated safety recalls, 8 reported crashes, 9 fire incidents, 5 reported injuries, and safety rating assessments associated with this vehicle.
All data presented in this report is sourced from public NHTSA databases. Our AI analysis identifies patterns across complaint narratives, correlates them with recall history, and produces the safety assessment above. This analysis is updated as new complaints and recalls are filed with the NHTSA.
Consumers are encouraged to report vehicle safety problems to the NHTSA at nhtsa.gov. If your vehicle is subject to a recall, contact your dealer to schedule the free repair.
Disclaimer: This analysis is AI-generated from NHTSA public data and does not constitute professional automotive or safety advice. Always verify recall status at NHTSA.gov and consult a qualified mechanic.
Analysis last updated: 2026-05-16