Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:linkages
NHTSA campaign 22V035000 · 2022 · reported 01/27/2022
Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
2019 Ram 2500 Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Fuel/propulsion System — runs 4.9× the fleet median for that category across the 1401 model-years tracked on this site.
189Complaints
12Recalls
8Crashes
9Fires
5Injured
0Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Fuel/propulsion System (20.6% of complaints) — is covered by 2 NHTSA recall campaigns.
Fuel/propulsion System complaints here are 4.9× the median for that category across the 1401 model-years tracked on this site.
4 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 2 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 39 · 20.6% | Recalled | Recall 19V498000 · Recall 21V880000 |
| Engine | 31 · 16.4% | No official action | — |
| Power Train | 26 · 13.8% | Recalled | Recall 20V043000 |
| Electrical System | 25 · 13.2% | No official action | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 21 · 11.1% | Recalled | Recall 19V498000 · Recall 21V880000 |
| Structure:body | 17 · 9% | Recalled | Recall 20V207000 · Recall 22V904000 |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 189 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls — 12 campaigns
Seat Belts
NHTSA campaign 20V580000 · 2020 · reported 09/24/2020
In the event of a crash, if the front seat belts fail to lock, there is an increased risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
NHTSA campaign 20V191000 · 2020 · reported 09/10/2020
The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: YES
Power Train:automatic Transmission
NHTSA campaign 20V043000 · 2020 · reported 01/24/2020
The leaking transmission fluid may contact the turbocharger or another ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Fuel System, Diesel
NHTSA campaign 19V498000 · 2019 · reported 06/27/2019
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Fuel System, Diesel:delivery:fuel Pump
NHTSA campaign 21V880000 · 2021 · reported 11/12/2021
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Structure
NHTSA campaign 20V207000 · 2020 · reported 04/09/2020
A bed step that unexpectedly fails while in use increases the risk of injury to the user. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
NHTSA campaign 19V635000 · 2019 · reported 08/29/2019
The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag, potentially overheating the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip:control Unit/module
NHTSA campaign 22V140000 · 2022 · reported 03/10/2022
An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Structure:body:tailgate:hinge And Attachments
NHTSA campaign 22V904000 · 2022 · reported 12/08/2022
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. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Air Bags:side/window:curtain:inflator
NHTSA campaign 25V010000 · 2025 · reported 01/16/2025
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Air Bags:side/window:curtain:inflator
NHTSA campaign 25V824000 · 2025 · reported 12/01/2025
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“Dealers in my area are refusing to do the Y78 recall on my vehicle”NHTSA complaint 11490747 — filed 10/25/2022 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
“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…”NHTSA complaint 11489724 — filed 10/18/2022 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
“Y78 Fuel Pump in 2019 Ram 2500 Cummins is going out. Has see dealer warning. Ram is saying no parts available until next year. Not…”NHTSA complaint 11489291 — filed 10/14/2022 · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ram 2500?
Fuel/propulsion system issues are the most-reported category, cited in 39 of 189 NHTSA complaints (20.6%), followed by engine (31), power train (26), electrical system (25). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2019 Ram 2500 have?
189 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 8 involved a crash, 9 involved a fire, and 5 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2019 Ram 2500 have any recalls?
Yes — 12 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 22V035000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2019 Ram 2500's reported problems?
4 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.
