NHTSA lists 30 safety recalls and 1,496 owner complaints for the 2019 Ram 1500. Most complaints involve electrical system (382) and steering (340). The EPA rates it 17–23 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4–5 stars overall.
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."
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.
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."
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Complaints for each 1500 model year we’ve synced.
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2011 | 689 |
| 2013 | 1,282 |
| 2014 | 1,780 |
| 2015 | 1,460 |
| 2016 | 1,554 |
| 2017 | 884 |
| 2018 | 667 |
| 2019 | 1,496 |
| 2020 | 642 |
| 2021 | 685 |
| 2022 | 637 |
| 2023 | 205 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
“The manufacturer defect involving stress cracks in the rear window structure (TSB 23-042-24) caused water to flood the rear cab wall along with the leaking rear cab air pressure vents. This water has short-circuited the CAN-bus network/RF Hub, causing active dashboard failures including 'Service Shifter' and 'ParkSense Temporarily Unavailable.' The vehicle is at immediate risk of locking in Park, stalling, or failing to shift while driving, creating an immediate crash hazard. Additionally, the exhaust manifolds are leaking, risking exhaust gas intrusion into the cabin. The dealership, Earnhardt Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram at 1521 E Drivers Way, Gilbert, AZ 85297, has failed to resolve the water leaks over 4 separate visits this month." I was told a software update fixed the issue. Then at the last visit something electrical was replaced, the issue is still happening. The leaking rear cab air pressure vents have not been addressed in the previous 2 service appointments. This also allows water to leak onto the RF Hub”
“Power steering unavailable service required light came on when I came out from getting my kid from daycare and steering wheel would not move, I believe it’s the eps system I’ve been doing research and see a lot of rams have been having this issue, I haven’t took it to dealer ship yet for inspection wanted to check recalls before I had it towed but I don’t see any for my truck specifically”
“The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle had a slight loss of automotive power, and the vehicle decelerated to 20 MPH. The vehicle was restarted, and the failure ceased. The contact continued driving and the vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was retrieved from the dealer and while driving the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the contact was advised that additional diagnostic tests were required to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1500 HFE 2WD Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 26 | 23 | $2,800 | 395 |
| 1500 2WD Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L, Mild Hybrid; eTorque · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 25 | 22 | $2,900 | 407 |
| 1500 4WD Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L, Mild Hybrid; eTorque · 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,050 | 418 |
| 1500 2WD Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L, Mild Hybrid; eTorque · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,900 | 467 |
| 1500 4WD Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L, Mild Hybrid; eTorque · 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,900 | 473 |
| 1500 2WD Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,350 | 514 |
| 1500 4WD Auto 8-spd, 8 cyl, 5.7 L · 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | $4,350 | 523 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
30 safety recalls as of Nov 3, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 1,496 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (382), steering (340), engine (234). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2019 Ram 1500 at 17–23 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (7 versions rated).
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2019 Ram 1500 4–5 out of 5 stars overall.