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2019 Ram 1500: Problems, Recalls and MPG

What this means

NHTSA lists 29 recall campaigns for the 2019 Ram 1500: five for air bags (filed 2019–2025), three for the powertrain (filed 2018–2020), three for steering (filed 2019) and 18 more for other parts. Owners have filed 1,482 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system and the steering. For comparison, owners filed 662 for the 2018 and 634 for the 2020 Ram 1500. In NHTSA crash tests it earned 5 stars overall, with a 19.8% rollover risk.

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Recalls (29)

NHTSA lists 29 recall campaigns for the 2019 Ram 1500. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗

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Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 26V495000 Filed Jul 30, 2026

Improperly Installed Seat Belt Buckle Anchor/FMVSS 210

Seat belts · rear/other · anchorage
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The second-row center and left-side seat belt buckle anchors may have been improperly installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence
An improperly installed seat belt buckle anchor may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and attach the seat belt buckle anchor to the body structure as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 67D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 6, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported1,271,294 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 25V824000 Filed Dec 1, 2025

Side Curtain Air Bag Inflators May Rupture

Air bags · side/window · curtain · inflator
Official NHTSA text
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.
9.6% repairedof 1,589 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V824000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 25V298000 Filed May 8, 2025

Improperly Connected Air Bag/FMVSS 208

Air bags
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. The driver's side air bag may not be connected properly, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
A driver's side air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers secured the connectors for the air bag, free of charge. All vehicles have been remedied. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 08C.
100% repairedof 71 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 25V010000 Filed Jan 16, 2025

Side Curtain Air Bag Inflators May Rupture

Air bags · side/window · curtain · inflator
Official NHTSA text
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.
32.8% repairedof 6,066 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 24V653000 Filed Sep 5, 2024

Disabled Electronic Stability Control/FMVSS 126

Electronic stability control (esc) · control module
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019, 2021-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Consequence
Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 10, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 85B.
71.5% repairedof 1,025,432 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 23V411000 Filed Jun 8, 2023

Crankshaft Position Sensor Failure

Engine and engine cooling
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.
72.2% repairedof 80,629 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 22V904000 Filed Dec 8, 2022

Tailgate May Open While Driving

Structure · body · tailgate · hinge and attachments
Official NHTSA text
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.
80.7% repairedof 1,224,078 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 22V406000 Filed Jun 9, 2022

High Pressure Fuel Pump Failure

Fuel system, diesel · delivery · fuel pump
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.
Consequence
Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.
59.4% repairedof 138,645 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 22V406000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 21V632000 Filed Aug 12, 2021

Side Curtain Air Bag Inflator May Rupture

Air bags · side/window · curtain
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.
Consequence
A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55.
47.4% repairedof 212,373 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 21V632000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 20V580000 Filed Sep 24, 2020

Seat Belt Retractor May Not Slow Movement

Seat belts
Official NHTSA text
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.
77.3% repairedof 2,114 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 20V580000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 20V191000 Filed Sep 10, 2020

Rearview Image Can Remain on Display/FMVSS 111

Back over prevention · sensing system · camera
Official NHTSA text
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 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."
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.
99.1% repairedof 319,610 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 20V191000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 20V513000 Filed Aug 27, 2020

All Weather Floor Mats may Interfere with Pedals

Vehicle speed control · accelerator pedal
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals. In certain accelerator pedal positions, the floormats may prevent the pedal from returning to the normal resting (idle) position.
Consequence
A pedal that does not return as expected may affect the vehicle's deceleration, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will modify the driver's floormat to remove the potential for pedal interference, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W63.
86.5% repairedof 160,229 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 20V513000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 20V208000 Filed Apr 9, 2020

Windshield Wipers May Not Operate Properly

Visibility · windshield wiper/washer · linkages
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass vehicles. The windshield wiper arm or arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to not operate properly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.
Consequence
Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W25.
93.1% repairedof 425,599 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 20V208000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 20V080000 Filed Feb 13, 2020

Improperly Installed Transfer Case

Power train · transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 pickup trucks equipped with four-wheel drive. A gear within the transfer case may not have been installed correctly, possibly causing the vehicle to become stuck in neutral. If this occurs while driving, there could be a sudden loss of power. Additionally, a loss of 'PARK' function may occur.
Consequence
A sudden loss of power or a loss of 'PARK' function may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer case, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W06.
90.9% repairedof 11 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 20V080000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V887000 Filed Dec 12, 2019

Incorrect TPMS Installed/FMVSS 138

Tires · pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 trucks. An incorrect Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor could have been installed during production causing the sensor to not display the low tire pressure warning indicator. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
Consequence
Without a warning indicator, the driver will be unaware if low tire pressure occurs, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TPMS sensor, free of charge. The recall began January 9, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VE1.
82.4% repairedof 34 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V887000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V812000 Filed Nov 14, 2019

Electric Power Steering Gear Can Short Circuit

Steering · electric power assist system
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 trucks. These vehicles may have been built with a contaminated electric power steering (EPS) gear that may short circuit, potentially resulting in an intermittent loss of power steering assist.
Consequence
An intermittent loss of power steering assist may cause an inconsistent steering effort, especially during lower speed maneuvers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS gear assembly, free of charge. The recall began December 12, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is VB8.
94.3% repairedof 193 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V812000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V757000 Filed Oct 24, 2019

EGR Cooler May Crack and Cause Fire

Engine and engine cooling · exhaust system · emission control · gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
Consequence
Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.
91.8% repairedof 107,980 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V757000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V556000 Filed Jul 26, 2019

Driver Warnings May Not Illuminate/FMVSS 101

Electrical system · instrument cluster/panel
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles. The instrument cluster may not properly illuminate driver warnings. As such, these vehicles fails to conform with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 101, "Control and Displays."
Consequence
Failure of the instrument cluster to properly illuminate may prevent the driver from receiving warnings about the vehicle's systems and increase the risk of crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began August 8, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V83.
86% repairedof 237 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V556000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V448000 Filed Jun 13, 2019

Spare Tire may not match Spare Tire Information

Tires · temporary/emergency spare tire
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 trucks. The spare tire provided may differ in size and required inflation pressure from the information on the tire placard label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence
The driver, referencing the tire placard label, may incorrectly inflate the spare tire, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will replace the incorrect size spare tire with the correct size spare tire, free of charge. The recall began June 27, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V67.
88.9% repairedof 27 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V448000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V407000 Filed May 31, 2019

ORC May Malfunction and Disable Safety Functions

Air bags
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500 vehicles. The flash memory of the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC) may become corrupted, disabling the vehicle's air bags and seat belt pretensioners.
Consequence
Disabled air bags and seat belt pretensioners increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ORC or replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are V61 and V71.
86.1% repairedof 295,981 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V407000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V324000 Filed Apr 25, 2019

Driveshaft May Fracture and Separate

Power train · driveline · driveshaft
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. The rear driveshaft may have an incomplete weld fusion between the tube and tube yoke, which may lead to weld cracking or the driveshaft fracturing.
Consequence
A fractured rear driveshaft could detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, or it may result in a loss of drive power, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The FCA US recall number is V48.
74.2% repairedof 10,160 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V324000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V201000 Filed Mar 14, 2019

Steering Wheel May Detach From Steering Column

Steering
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Jeep Wrangler and 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles. These vehicles have improperly machined steering column stub shafts that may break, possibly causing the steering wheel to detach from the steering column.
Consequence
If the steering wheel detaches from the steering column, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering column, replacing it, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 5, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V29.
92.3% repairedof 52 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V201000
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Recall 19V142000 Filed Feb 28, 2019

Auxiliary Battery Terminals May Overheat

Electrical system · 12v/24v/48v battery
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with a 48v auxiliary battery system located behind the rear seat (sales code: XBZ). Due to an incorrect assembly repair process, the auxiliary battery wire terminal connection may overheat.
Consequence
If the auxiliary battery system overheats, there is an increased risk of a fire within the cabin even if the ignition is off.
Remedy
FCA US has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the auxiliary battery fasteners, free of charge. The recall began March 15, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler's customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The Chrysler number for this recall is V17.
78.8% repairedof 33 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V142000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V067000 Filed Feb 5, 2019

Brake Pedal May Separate From Pedal Assembly

Service brakes, hydraulic · pedals and linkages
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals. The affected vehicles have a brake pedal that may move too far and separate from pedal assembly.
Consequence
If the brake pedal separates from the pedal assembly, the driver may be unable to brake the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the adjustable pedal assembly, free of charge. The recall began on February 25, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V07.
89.4% repairedof 193,813 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V067000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V020000 Filed Jan 24, 2019

Loose Ground Causing Power Steering Assist Loss

Steering · electric power assist system
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 vehicles. The battery ground fastener on the driver-side front fender may have been improperly secured, possibly resulting in a loss of power steering assist.
Consequence
A loss of power steering could vary the steering effort required, possibly causing vehicle oversteer or understeer, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will properly secure the ground fastener, free of charge. The recall began on February 11, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V04.
90.8% repairedof 159,740 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V020000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V051000 Filed Jan 24, 2019

Defrost System Incompatibility/FMVSS 103

Visibility · defroster/defogger/hvac system
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 RAM 1500 vehicles equipped with a 12" touchscreen display and a base-level heating, ventilation and air conditioning ("HVAC") system. Vehicles with this combination do not have a functioning windshield defrosting and defogging system. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 103, "Windshield defrosting and defogging systems."
Consequence
The lack of a functioning windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V12.
100% repairedof 15 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V051000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 18V822000 Filed Nov 20, 2018

Seat Track Sensor Out of Position

Seats
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 RAM 1500 trucks. The seat track position sensor on the manually-adjusted passenger seats may come loose and out of position, preventing the sensor from detecting if the seat is in the full-forward position.
Consequence
If the sensor cannot identify that the seat is in the full-forward position and adjust the frontal air bag deployment accordingly, there would be an increased the risk of a injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will inspect the passenger seat track position sensor bracket, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began December 20, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is UB7.
95.7% repairedof 23 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V822000
Listed for 2019 Ram 1500. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 18V556000 Filed Aug 23, 2018

Rear Axle may Fail Due to Insufficient Oil Level

Power train · axle assembly
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 RAM 1500 trucks. The rear differential may have been insufficiently filled, possibly resulting in its failure.
Consequence
If the rear axle assembly fails, it can cause a loss of drive or the rear wheels may lock up. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle oil level. Rear axles with an insufficient amount of oil will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U88.
88.6% repairedof 4,171 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Recall 18V332000 Filed May 17, 2018

Cruise Control cannot be Cancelled

Electrical system · software
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.
Consequence
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.
77% repairedof 4,815,661 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Owner complaints (1,482)

1,482 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.

76involved a crash
11involved a fire
63injuries reported
1deaths reported

As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.

Most-reported components

Complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2019 Ram 1500, by component (top 10). One complaint can list several components, so these add up to more than 1,482.Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 · Report a data error

How 2019 compares with other 1500 years

Best and worst 1500 years →
2015201620172018201920202021202220232024
This year (2019)Other yearsStill collecting reports

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Crash tests: 5 stars overall

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 4★★★★★☆
Side crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 19.8%★★★★☆
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Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2019 Ram 1500 pu/cc 2wd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy: up to 23 mpg combined

23
mpg combined
20
city
26
highway
EPA annual fuel cost
$2,900
CO₂ tailpipe
395 g/mi
EPA class
Standard Pickup Trucks

What it costs you to run

$2,840per year
$237per month
652gallons a year

Miles ÷ 23 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.

EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.

Specs by configuration

2019 Ram 1500 configurations with EPA data
Engine · transmissionDriveCity / Hwy / CombEPA $/yrCO₂ g/mi
3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive20 / 26 / 23$2,900395
3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive20 / 27 / 23$4,150448
3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive20 / 25 / 22$3,050407
3 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic4-Wheel Drive19 / 27 / 22$4,350465
3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic4-Wheel Drive19 / 24 / 21$3,200418
3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive17 / 25 / 20$3,350450
5.7 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive17 / 23 / 19$4,000467
5.7 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic4-Wheel Drive17 / 22 / 19$4,000473
3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic4-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 19$3,550475
5.7 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive15 / 22 / 17$4,450514
5.7 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic4-Wheel Drive15 / 21 / 17$4,450523
5.7 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive15 / 22 / 17$4,450512
5.7 L 8-cyl · 8-speed automatic4-Wheel Drive15 / 21 / 17$4,450527

Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.

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2019 Ram 1500 FAQ

How many recalls does the 2019 Ram 1500 have?

NHTSA lists 29 recall campaigns: 26V495000 (seat belt), 25V824000 (air bag), 25V298000 (air bag), 25V010000 (air bag), 24V653000 (brake), 23V411000 (engine), 22V904000 (structure), 22V406000 (fuel pump), 21V632000 (air bag), 20V580000 (seat belt), 20V191000 (rear camera), 20V513000 (vehicle speed control), 20V208000 (visibility), 20V080000 (wheel), 19V887000 (tire), 19V812000 (steering), 19V757000 (engine), 19V556000 (electrical), 19V448000 (tire), 19V407000 (air bag), 19V324000 (power train), 19V201000 (steering), 19V142000 (electrical), 19V067000 (brake), 19V020000 (steering), 19V051000 (visibility), 18V822000 (seat), 18V556000 (power train), 18V332000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.

What are the most common 2019 Ram 1500 problems?

Owners filed 1,482 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (380), Steering (337), Unknown or other (235) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.

What mpg does the 2019 Ram 1500 get?

EPA rates the 3.6 L 6-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 20 city, 26 highway and 23 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.

What safety rating did the 2019 Ram 1500 get?

NHTSA rated the 2019 Ram 1500 pu/cc 2wd 5 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (19.8% rollover risk).

How does the 2019 1500 compare with other years?

Among the 2015–2021 Ram 1500 model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (634) and the 2016 the most (1,545). The 2019 drew 1,482. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Summary reviewed on Oct 6, 2026.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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