2019 Ram 1500

1,481 complaints on file, page 1 of 75.

1. Filed Sep 28, 2026Failure May 2, 2026Oceanside, CAElectrical system, Power train, Vehicle speed control

   2019 RAM 1500, UPON DECELARATION WHEN COMING TO A STOP, OR TO VERY SLOW, VEHICLE WILL DROP INTO NEUTRAL/ LOSE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. GEAR SELECTER DIAL INDICATOR LIGHT WILL FLASH, DASHBOARD MESSAGE "SHIFT TO P, THEN SELECT DESIRED GEAR" WILL BE DISPLAYED. DURING THIS TIME VEHICLE IS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE UNTIL DRIVER COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, SHIFTS INTO N, THEN BACK INTO DRIVE. VEHICLE HAS LOST ABILITY TO ACCELERATE IN THE MIDDLE OF ACTIVE INTERSECTIONS, WITH ACTIVE ONCOMING TRAFFIC FROM BOTH INFRONT AND BEHIND. VEHICLE HAS HAD TCM FLASHED, VALVE BODY REPLACED, TRANSMISSION REPLACED, AND SOFTWARE VERIFIED UP TO DATE WITH NO REPAIR SOLVING ISSUE. VEHICLE ISSUE ONGOING.

   NHTSA complaint 11767502
2. Filed Sep 28, 2026Failure Sep 24, 2026113,000 milesBakersfield, CAAir bags

   The contact owned a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stationary and turned off, the driver’s side side-curtain air bag deployed while the rear passenger’s side seat was occupied. The security camera video footage displayed smoke and there was the sound of an explosion when the air bag deployed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and the dealer was contacted and notified of the failure. The contact stated that the air bag was then deflated, the roof was dented, and the ceiling was ripped open where the air had deployed. The failure mileage was 113,000.

   NHTSA complaint 11767426
3. Filed Sep 25, 2026Failure Sep 18, 2026Crowley, TXUnknown or other

   My differential totally stopped me dead in the middle of a 5 lane highway. A very scary experience. I googled and read that there was a recall on 2018-2019 RAMS for inadequate lubrication of the differential components. I get regular oil changes and the 100 point inspection each time.. So why has this occurred? Dodge has dropped the ball or my truck is a part of the recall, correct?

   NHTSA complaint 11767057
4. Filed Sep 24, 2026Failure Sep 5, 202470,000 milesSavannah, GAElectronic stability control (esc), Service brakes, Hydraulic

   The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V653000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer contacted Stellantis and there was an attempted download of the software upgrade. While attempting to download the software upgrade, the download failed, and the attempt caused the ABS and ESC warning lights to illuminate. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

   NHTSA complaint 11766607
5. Filed Sep 21, 2026Failure Aug 6, 2026Bloomington, INSump/tank

   MY LOCAL DODGE DEALER INFROMED ME THAT MY OIL PAN NEEDS REPLACED WHEN I TOOK TRUCK IN FOR NORMAL ROUTINE MAINTENANCE. A $1700.00 REPAIR AND MY 2019 DODGE RAM BIGHORN TRUCK WAS OUT OF WARRANTY. THIS IS A SAFTEY HAZZARD THAT DODGE SHOULD BE RESPONISBLE FOR ON A 6 YEAR OLD TRUCK WITH ONLY 90,000 MILES ON IT. A RUSTED OIL PAN CAN CAUSE SUDDEN OIL LOSS AND ENGINE FAILURE, WHICH MAKES IT A SAFETY CONCERN.

   NHTSA complaint 11765870
6. Filed Sep 20, 2026Failure Sep 4, 2026Centennial, COEngineCrash

   The vehicle loses power unexpectedly without triggering a MIF indicator or logging a OBDII diagnostic code. The problem is the crankshaft position sensor temporarily fails causing the vehicle to stall, in my case, in stop and go traffic, which caused an accident. Once the 'Heat Soak' effect passes, the vehicle start and drives normally again. The fix, to preventing it from happening again and solving the heat soak problem, is to replace the crankshaft position sensor with an OEM part which is less susceptible to the ambient heat (heat soak) due the proximity to the exhaust manifold. And, to have the software in the PCM 'Flashed' or upgraded to allow for a greater signal tolerance from the crankshaft position sensor. The problem and fix where confirmed by Auto-Nation Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM, [XXX], where I purchased the OEM part and had their service department 'Flash' the PCM for the software upgrade. The service department and the parts clerk agreed that TSB 18-020-26 applied, dated XXX. Upon further research I discovered a recall report: 18v-049 Part 573 Safety recall report. It is proof FCA US LLC (Manufacturer of my 2019 Dodge RAM 1500 Classic) knew about the problem with the Pentastar 3.6L engine. The same 3.6L engine in the recall. Or, they should have know about the potential problem. Although my vehicle was not part of the 18v-049 recall, it has the same 3.6L engine and exhibited the same engineering shortcomings as the recalled engine? As a concerned citizen I felt compelled to bring the public safety problem to your attention, even though I feel I am not the only one who has complained about the problem. And, because I feel strongly about this, I am planning to file suite in small claim court against the manufacture: FCA US LLC. I would like to update your office with a copy of the filing as soon as I am issued a court date. Thank you for your time and consideration. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

   NHTSA complaint 11765672
7. Filed Sep 19, 2026Failure Jun 14, 2006Malabar, FLService brakes

   The abs module has failed and the BRAKE, abs, and traction lights are constantly illuminated on the dash. The abs error code is C2200 and it describes that there is an internal abs module failure.

   NHTSA complaint 11765586
8. Filed Sep 19, 2026Failure Sep 1, 2022Eagle, IDSun visor

   The sunvisors fall out of their brackets while driving, causing immediate loss of visibility. To be clear, it's not the bracket that's designed for the visor to pop in and out of. It’s the main bracket that holds the visor supposedly permanently in place. Both of mine have broken and fallen out so I know this is widespread and not just one bracket that randomly failed, not to mention the widespread documentation on the Internet of others having the same problem. This is a major safety issue due to how quickly the visit falls into the drivers vision, reducing visibility of the windshield by approximately 90%.

   NHTSA complaint 11765497
9. Filed Sep 16, 2026Failure Sep 14, 2026Morganton, NCSteering

   Without any previous symptoms I lost power steering. A dash light came on with an exclamation point next to a steering wheel, and a message was displayed citing "Service Power Steering". Turning the car off and back on clears it, but it comes back at random. I do not always lose power steering, even when the light is on. This truck only has 70,000 miles on it.

   NHTSA complaint 11764760
10. Filed Sep 14, 2026Failure Sep 14, 2026Rome, GAElectrical system

    The backup camera malfunctions, and glitches real bad half the time, and it sometimes happens while im using it at night. I feel like that could potentially be dangerous, and from a little research I have found that there are some recalls for this problem, but my truck isnt listed when I check the NHTSA. database.

    NHTSA complaint 11764054
11. Filed Sep 12, 2026Failure Sep 11, 2026Woonsocket, RISuspension

    While driving on the highway the truck lowered to aero mode as it should. After awhile it lowered to entry mode but still said that it was in aero mode on the dash. This caused the handling of the vehicle to become very hard. Once I pulled over and got out I noticed the truck was at a dangerous low level. I tried raising it and the I got the service air suspension warning.

    NHTSA complaint 11763769
12. Filed Sep 11, 2026Failure Nov 22, 2024San Antonio, TXEngine

    My 2019 ram 1500 had the hemi tick sound. Took it in to the dealership to check and verified it was a failed lifter and had metal shavings inside the motor. Dealership said I needed a whole new engine costing around 18,000 dollars. They also refused to warranty it even though there was a bulletin on this specific issue. It had 113k when I brought it in. My certified pre owned warranty lasted until 100k but still didn’t want to warranty it. I went ahead and rebuilt the engine myself costing around 10k. Now I’m hearing clunking noise when I’m in a low gear taking off again around 20mph possibly my transmission now. Has 130k miles now.

    NHTSA complaint 11763724
13. Filed Sep 10, 2026Failure Sep 3, 2026Ambridge, PAAir bags, WheelsCrash1 injured

    While drive northbound on [XXX] departing [XXX] and entering [XXX], the rear passenger wheel snapped off of the truck carrying sing loss of control and the truck hit a concrete median damaging the the front driver’s side bumper and forcing it into the front driver’s side wheel flattening it. Upon colliding into the concrete median no airbags deployed. Myself as the driver suffered soft tissue damage to the neck, back and arms. My service dog was also in the truck but fortunately did not suffer any injury. Fortunately no other vehicles in either direction were involved. Upon getting the vehicle onto a crossroad ([XXX]), I went into the roadway to retrieve the rear passenger wheel and disc brake to avoid any dangers to other vehicles. At the time of the accident I was only able to obtain pictures of the passenger rear damage. I was taken to hospital before I could obtain the front bumper and driver’s side front wheel damage. An insurance adjuster has not provided a copy of their inspection. Additional photos and information will be provided upon receipt. No warning lights, lamps or other symptoms were present before this catastrophic incident. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

    NHTSA complaint 11763420
14. Filed Sep 9, 2026Failure Sep 7, 2026Plain Dealing, LAService brakes

    ESC, ABS, BRAKE lights illuminated. ABS, ESC, Trailer Brake Controller, Cruise control disabled. Mechanic reports ABS Module failure. Nor repair parts available, parts backorder with no expected date.

    NHTSA complaint 11762953
15. Filed Sep 8, 2026Failure Aug 17, 2026Calamus, IAAir bags, Service brakes, Steering

    I was driving with my family when I lost power steering and every warning light on my dash lit up. The truck then started lunging. The dealership came and picked up the truck. They told me the power steering control module on the rack and pinion failed sending a signal to the computer that everything failed at once, steering, shifting, traction control, temp gage, abs.... everything

    NHTSA complaint 11762895
16. Filed Sep 7, 2026Failure Sep 2, 2026Mcalester, OKAir bags, Electrical system, Body

    The cylinder that deploys the side curtain on the back passenger side spontaneously blew up in my truck. The vehicle was not currently being operated or on at the time is was parked in the driveway and was completely off. There was no forced entry and no collision it just spontaneously exploded causing roof damage, electrical damage, ceiling damage and cab light damage. The vehicle is currently parked at the dealership and has been verified by dealership that it was a mechanical malfunction with the airbag cylinder. There was no warnings that I was aware of before it exploded since it was just sitting in the driveway but from the information that was given to me by the dealerships this was an issue that fell under the Takata Airbag recalls in 2021. The only warning lights is when you start it up the airbag check system light is on the dashboard. This issue has caused me to never want to put my family in that truck again because thank god none of us were in it when it happened but this could have happened to anyone and thankfully we were not driving down the road or even in the vehicle at all. This is a major safety issue.

    NHTSA complaint 11762562
17. Filed Sep 3, 2026Failure Aug 14, 2026Norwich, NYElectrical system, Engine, Unknown or other

    The 48-Volt Belt-Driven Hybrid Starter Generator / Motor Generator Unit (MGU / eTorque Alternator) suffered a catastrophic failure on my vehicle at approximately [Insert Mileage, e.g., 140,000] miles. The failure occurred while traveling out of state away from home, causing a sudden loss of vehicle charging, dashboard electrical errors ("Battery Saver Mode"), and creating an imminent threat of an engine stall in live traffic. Due to widespread manufacturer part backorders exceeding tens of thousands of units, my vehicle was forced to sit at a dealership until I could pay thousands of dollars out-of-pocket for a component that Ram has actively removed from newer production vehicles due to its high failure rate. This is a severe, systemic durability and safety issue affecting thousands of trucks. I am requesting that NHTSA force FCA/Stellantis to issue a safety recall and establish a retroactive reimbursement program for all owners who paid out-of-pocket for MGU replacements. I possess the official out-of-state dealership invoice and proof of payment.

    NHTSA complaint 11761964
18. Filed Aug 24, 2026Failure Jun 1, 2020Stafford, VASteering

    My truck's electric power steering (EPS) gets stuck in a left-hand turn and does not return to center. I have to physically turn the steering wheel to get it to return to center which causes the vehicle to over-steer, causes jerky movements and makes drives at highway speeds very unsafe. The steering system gets stuck mostly in a left-hand turn but less so in a right-hand turn. This appears to either be a faulty design of the EPS or faulty equipment, but either way, it is unsafe and should be recalled.

    NHTSA complaint 11758983
19. Filed Aug 23, 2026Failure Aug 21, 2026Columbus, OHElectrical system

    The exact failed component has not yet been identified. The malfunction appeared to involve the vehicle’s electrical, communication/network, ignition or starting system. The vehicle and its components remain available for inspection upon request. On Friday, August 21, 2026, while driving my 2019 RAM 1500 Classic Tradesman with approximately 108,320 miles, the vehicle’s electronics suddenly began behaving erratically. As I braked and slowed nearly to a stop, the engine shut off. Parts of the dashboard remained illuminated, but the engine would not crank or restart. After approximately one minute, the electronics returned to normal and the vehicle started again. The truck then operated for the remainder of the drive. This created a safety risk because the vehicle shut off unexpectedly while it was still moving and temporarily could not be restarted. A similar electrical shutdown occurred on February 13, 2026, when the displays flashed, the HVAC cycled, vehicle power was lost and the key became stuck. The vehicle restarted after approximately five to ten minutes during that incident. The current problem has not yet been reproduced, confirmed or diagnosed by a dealer or independent service center. To the best of my knowledge, it has not yet been inspected by the manufacturer, police, an insurance representative or another organization. There was no advance warning before the electronics began malfunctioning during the August incident. The erratic electronics were the first symptom immediately before the shutdown. The dashboard remained partially illuminated during the no-crank period, but I do not recall the exact warning messages or lamps displayed. The vehicle’s VIN currently shows zero unrepaired safety recalls in NHTSA’s lookup.

    NHTSA complaint 11758949
20. Filed Aug 23, 2026Failure Jan 15, 2025Charleston, WVWarnings, Electrical system, Blind spot detection

    My 2019 Ram 1500 Rebel has recurring electrical/communication failures that occur every day. The truck repeatedly displays “ParkSense Temporarily Unavailable,” “Service Shifter,” “Service Tire Pressure System,” and “Tire Pressure Unavailable.” The ParkSense sensors often do not activate at all, leaving me without parking assistance while backing up. The system also repeatedly pings with warnings throughout the day. When “Service Shifter” appears, the truck shifts roughly and the transmission does not feel like it is shifting correctly. I am concerned this could indicate an electrical or communication problem affecting the electronic shifter, transmission operation, gear selection, or vehicle control. The truck also has an ongoing water leak around the rear window, including the upper portion and near the sliding window. The electrical problems appear worse during high humidity, although they have also occurred during winter. I am concerned that water intrusion could cause corrosion, electrical shorts, module damage, or other safety hazards. A reputable independent repair shop inspected the vehicle and identified a U-code communication fault. The problems continue to occur daily. I am concerned about the risk of a collision from losing ParkSense, potential transmission/gear-selection problems, and water-related electrical damage. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate whether these recurring failures represent a safety defect affecting 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles. The vehicle is available for inspection.

    NHTSA complaint 11758914