2019 Ram 2500 problems: what to check before you buy
The 2019 Ram 2500 has 12 NHTSA recall campaigns to check, the newest filed in 2025, plus 192 owner complaints, the fourth-fewest of the eight Ram 2500 model years in our 2015–2022 collection, with the fuel system (40) and the engine (32) named most often. Before you buy one, run its VIN through NHTSA's free recall lookup; the $14.99 original ClearVIN PDF shows title brands, odometer readings, accident and auction records on file.
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See what the paid report includes →NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls for the 2019 Ram 2500, alongside 192 owner complaints filed with the agency, most often about the fuel system. Eligible recall remedies are generally free through the manufacturer's approved repair process, even after the warranty ends; some software remedies are delivered remotely. Federal no-charge coverage has an age limit for vehicles first sold more than 15 years before the recall notice; manufacturers may cover older vehicles voluntarily. Check the specific VIN — a previous owner may already have had the work done.
Half of the 77 NHTSA owner complaints on the 2019 Ram 2500 that list mileage came after 8,900 miles (NHTSA complaints file of November 11, 2026). How many miles will a Ram 2500 last? →
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What to check before buying a used 2019 Ram 2500
Model-year data describes the production run, not the car in front of you: two cars of this model year can differ entirely, one with every recall repaired and the other with none. The counts below are from NHTSA data collected on 2026-09-15.
- Verify the 12 recall campaigns by VINCopy the 17-character VIN from the windshield or driver-door label, not from the listing, and run it through NHTSA's free recall lookup. It shows unrepaired recalls within its coverage and does not show completed repairs, so ask the seller for dated repair paperwork. The 8 campaigns listed below cover the airbags, the body structure, the brakes, visibility and more. 2 of the 12 were filed in 2025 or 2026 and have had the least time to be repaired.
- Test-drive for what Ram 2500 owners report most40 of the 192 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system: on the drive, watch for hesitation, stalling or a fuel smell, and look under the car for leaks. Another 32 name the engine: start it cold, listen for knocking or ticking, watch for warning lights and smoke, and look for oil or coolant leaks. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not proven defects, but they show where to look.
- Check the title and odometer in the history reportRecall and complaint data describe the 2019 production run, not this car's past. The VIN decode here is free; the $14.99 original ClearVIN PDF lists title brands, odometer readings, accident and auction records on file for that VIN. Records vary by vehicle, and a missing record does not prove nothing happened.
- Book an independent pre-purchase inspectionHave a mechanic you choose inspect this Ram 2500 before you buy, and ask them to look hardest at the fuel system and the engine.
Is the 2019 Ram 2500 a good truck to buy used?
NHTSA's records cannot rate one used 2019 Ram 2500; they can show how this model year compares with the other Ram 2500 years in this site's 2015–2022 NHTSA collection. The 2019 has 192 owner complaints on file; of the eight Ram 2500 model years in this site's 2015–2022 NHTSA collection (2015–2022), four drew more and three drew fewer. The median of the Ram 2500 years with enough complaints to compare is 203. The 2018 stands out instead, at 2,567. Its 12 recall campaigns compare with 8 to 15 across the Ram 2500 years in the 2015–2022 collection; the 2015 has the most. These counts track how many were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they rank years within the Ram 2500, not build quality; whether one 2019 Ram 2500 is a good buy depends on its own history and condition.
Which 2015–2022 Ram 2500 years have the most complaints?
Among the eight Ram 2500 model years in this site's 2015–2022 NHTSA collection, the 2018 has the most owner complaints, 2,567. The 2019 has 192. Older and better-selling years have had more time and more owners to file reports.
2019 Ram 2500 recalls and reported problems at a glance
What owners report most
These are the vehicle systems named most often in complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the 2019 Ram 2500. A complaint is an unverified owner report: it does not establish a defect, and a high count can simply reflect a popular model. Use it to decide where an inspection should look hardest.
| Vehicle system | Complaints |
|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 40 |
| Engine | 32 |
| Electrical System | 29 |
| Power Train | 29 |
| Structure | 25 |
| Unknown Or Other | 25 |
Recall campaigns for the 2019 Ram 2500
Each campaign below is an official NHTSA record. An eligible remedy is generally free through the manufacturer’s approved process, which may be an authorized service visit or remote software update. Federal no-charge coverage has a 15-year first-sale limit measured at the recall notice; manufacturers may cover older vehicles voluntarily. A campaign covers a production range. Check the VIN for open recalls within NHTSA’s coverage; confirm applicability and completed repairs with the manufacturer or an authorized dealer.
| Campaign | Component | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 25V824000 | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR | 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. |
| 25V010000 | AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR | 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. |
| 22V904000 | STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | 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. |
| 22V140000 | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | 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 durin… |
| 22V035000 | VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES | 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 t… |
| 21V880000 | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP | 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. |
| 20V580000 | SEAT BELTS | 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. |
| 20V191000 | BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA | 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 d… |
NHTSA records 12 campaigns in total for this model year; the 8 most recent are listed above. Run the VIN through NHTSA’s free lookup for open recalls within its coverage, not a complete recall history.
What this data cannot tell you
- A complete recall or repair history for one vehicle. NHTSA’s VIN lookup covers unrepaired recalls within its scope; confirm missing campaigns and completed work with the manufacturer or an authorized dealer.
- Whether a complaint is accurate. NHTSA publishes owner reports without verifying them.
- How reliable the model is overall: complaint volume tracks how many vehicles were sold as much as how they hold up.
- Anything about title brands, accident history, odometer records, or liens on an individual vehicle.
Primary sources behind this page
Open the underlying public source and verify that its scope matches the question you are asking.
- Recalls Lookup by VINNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Vehicle recall remedy age limitNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall and complaint datasets: scope and API documentationNational Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Vehicle Product Information Catalog (vPIC)National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 25V824000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 25V010000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 22V904000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 22V140000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 22V035000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 21V880000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 20V580000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 20V191000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 20V207000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 20V043000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 19V635000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- NHTSA recall campaign 19V498000National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Approved NMVTIS Data Providers — checked October 26, 2026U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance
The 2026-09-15 data collection queried these NHTSA model names for 2019 Ram: 2500. Records appearing under more than one name are counted once. The documentation explains the collection endpoints; a campaign link opens its official record across all affected vehicles, not the recall status of a specific VIN.
2019 Ram 2500 questions
What should I check before buying a used 2019 Ram 2500?
Check the 12 NHTSA recall campaigns against the car's VIN with NHTSA's free lookup and ask for dated repair paperwork. Owners name the fuel system and the engine most often in 192 complaints; those are unverified reports, not proven defects, but they show what to test on the drive. Recall data says nothing about this car's past: the $14.99 original ClearVIN PDF lists title brands, odometer readings, accident and auction records on file for the VIN. Finish with an independent pre-purchase inspection.
How many recalls does the 2019 Ram 2500 have?
NHTSA lists 12 safety recalls covering the 2019 Ram 2500 as of 2026-09-15. Whether a specific vehicle is affected — and whether the repair was already done — depends on its VIN.
What are the most common 2019 Ram 2500 problems?
Owners most often report problems with the fuel system and the engine to NHTSA. These are unverified owner reports and do not establish a defect, but they show where to focus an inspection.
Are Ram recall repairs free?
Generally, yes for eligible vehicles, even after the warranty ends. Federal law limits the required no-charge remedy when a vehicle was first sold more than 15 years before the recall notice; a manufacturer may still cover an older vehicle voluntarily. Check the VIN with the manufacturer for the approved remedy, which may be a dealer visit or a remote software update.
Can I check recalls on a specific 2019 Ram 2500 VIN?
Yes. NHTSA's free VIN lookup reports unrepaired recalls within its coverage. It excludes completed repairs and can omit some recent recalls, older campaigns and vehicles outside its coverage. A zero result is not a complete recall or repair history. Ask the seller or manufacturer for dated repair documentation.