Buying a used 2019 RAM 2500? Check these 12 recalls first
The 2019 Ram 2500 has 12 recalls in this group. Diesel fuel leakage and stalling, plus transmission fire risk, are the main powertrain concerns. Restraint recalls address front seat belt locking and side airbag inflator rupture. Brake caliper drag, wiper arms, camera behavior, and tailgate latching also merit checks. Its 193 NHTSA owner complaints are unverified reports, including 40 fuel/propulsion system, 32 engine, 29 power train, and 29 electrical system complaints. Fuel and transmission repair records deserve close review.
Before you buy
- Get the 17-character VIN from the seller and run it at nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows which recalls are still unrepaired on that exact car.
- Verify applicable fuel leak, diesel stalling, and transmission fire recall repairs.
- Request brake caliper inspection records and ask about dragging brakes.
- Confirm seat belt and airbag repairs; check wipers and tailgate latching.
- Open recalls are repaired free at any RAM dealer, whoever owns the car — an open recall is a to-do item, not a bill.
Recalls covering the 2019 RAM 2500
| Recall | Area | Severity |
|---|---|---|
| Ram Diesel Trucks May Leak Fuel, Fire Risk | Fuel System, Diesel | critical |
| Ram 2500 And 3500 Transmission Fire Risk | Power Train | critical |
| Ram diesel trucks may stall without warning | Fuel System, Diesel | critical |
| Jeep, Ram Front Seat Belts May Not Lock | Seat Belts | high |
| Ram Trucks Side Airbag Inflator Can Rupture | AIR Bags | high |
| Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 side airbag inflators may rupture | AIR Bags | high |
| Ram 2500 and 3500 Brake Calipers May Drag | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | medium |
| Ram 2500 and 3500 accessory bed step may fail | Structure | medium |
| Jeep, Ram and Dodge backup camera image stays on screen | Back Over Prevention | medium |
| Ram Trucks Windshield Wiper Arms May Loosen | Visibility | medium |
| Ram and Durango Stability Warning Light May Fail | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | medium |
| Ram pickup tailgates may open while driving | Structure | medium |
What owners have reported to NHTSA
193 complaints filed for this model year, including 8 mentioning a crash, 9 a fire and 5 injuries. Complaints are unverified owner reports, and popular models collect more of them simply because more are on the road.
| Problem area | Complaints | Recall in this area? |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System | 63 | Yes |
| Engine | 32 | None found |
| Power Train | 29 | Yes |
| Electrical System | 29 | None found |
| Structure | 25 | Yes |