2019 Ram 1500 Collision Avoidance Problems

52 owners have reported driver assistance problems with the 2019 Ram 1500 to NHTSA — 3% of all 1,492 complaints for this model year. The typical failure happened around 22,000 miles. That ranks #4 of 14 1500 model years for collision avoidance complaints (a typical year has 23). One related recall has been issued.

52complaints
22ktypical miles
1related recalls
3crashes
0fires
8injuries

Which parts fail

  • Warnings
    25
  • Automatic emergency braking
    13
  • Blind spot detection
    12
  • Adaptive cruise control
    11
  • Warning
    5
  • Rearview system braking
    2

Components named in complaints (automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise, lane keeping, backup camera).

Mileage when the problem started

  • Under 25k
    571%
  • 25k–50k
    114%
  • 50k–75k
    00%
  • 75k–100k
    114%
  • 100k–150k
    00%
  • 150k+
    00%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2019 Ram 1500 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

When I attempted to suddenly brake once I saw the car in front of me braking, my brakes locked and the truck slid into the vehicle in front of me. The failure of the ESC system did not allow the expected intervention that is relied upon to avoid a vehicle crash without prior warning. I was in the deceleration phase of braking quickly, but the brakes did not respond in a timely manner. I was not made aware of the recall of the ABS control module software until after the accident took place. If I would have been made aware of such a defect I would have taken the precautions and action to repair or remedy the failed system to avoid unnecessary risk to both myself and others. …

Automatic emergency braking · Jan 2025 · crash

The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the rearview camera failed to display the image in his vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the screen was delaminating and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided the contact a case number. The approximate failure mileage was 32,983.

Sensing system › Camera · 33,000 miles · Dec 2021

Trucks guage cluster LCD display information center located behind the steering wheel, does not illuminate, and or work at all anymore. I cannot see warnings, issues with the truck, cautions, information, mileage, use the safety systems included with the truck, use automatic park assist, and know if the air bag system is functioning correctly. Anything that the screen is required for cannot be used, safety systems included. I cannot monitor vehicle temperatures, vehicle hours, or trip miles.. The analog guages work, but that is all. This is a huge safety issue and this should not be an issue. Current mileage is 57,589. The vehicle has been inspected by a certified ram dealer and they have told me I must replace the cluster since i am out of warrenty. …

Warnings · Jan 2023

I am receiving a warning light that reads: Service Shifter, Park sense not available, warning with no display, and the vehicle shifts from drive to neutral with a display message to put the truck in Park then shift to Drive while in motion. My safety is put at risk because when driving I have no warning the vehicle is going to shift itself into neutral and vehicles are driving behind me. I have to make a complete stop because I cannot accelerate in neutral. It has happened twice on a busy street in my city. I took the truck to Sierra RAM and they had the vehicle for 4-days and advised they could not replicate the issue. I drove off and immediately the Service Shifter warning came on. This is my second opinion the first dealer Envision RAM advised it is a software issue causing the warning lights to come on. …

Warnings · Apr 2024

The issues started with the sunroof not closing. And the uconnect touch screen inoperable ( it went black and no options available ) It seemed to be a fluke and resolved itself. But within a few weeks the icons for the driver and passenger seat heaters were no longer on the screen. Now that the season has changed and temps have dropped, the drivers side heater will automatically come on when the truck is started and it's below a certain degree outside. It gets crazy hot and will only shut off when the truck is turned off. This was followed by the icons for the radio options resorting themselves and the one for USB disappearing as well. The usb connection still works, but it has to automatically switch over when plugged in, it cannot be manually selected. Lastly the ParkAssist seems to have a mind of its own. Sometimes it will function as intended. …

Warnings · Aug 2024

The star connector on the CAN C BUS will start to have communication problems with the all the systems on that star connector approximately after about 15 to 20 min after driving. Systems that were constantly going in and out were the front and rear parking sense, ABS and traction would go out. Service shifter message, caused the transmission to up shift while driving at a constant speed. After getting a check engine light, I hooked up my code reader and had a code for the park sense control module. I proceeded to replace that module and was unable to get the code to go away. Upon further investigation, I found a history code for the CAN C BUS PERFORMANCE code and researched on this topic in the forums with other owners of the same truck and looked for any maintenance for this topic as well. …

Warnings · Feb 2025

My 2019 Ram 1500 Rebel has recurring electrical/communication failures that occur every day. The truck repeatedly displays "ParkSense Temporarily Unavailable," "Service Shifter," "Service Tire Pressure System," and "Tire Pressure Unavailable." The ParkSense sensors often do not activate at all, leaving me without parking assistance while backing up. The system also repeatedly pings with warnings throughout the day. When "Service Shifter" appears, the truck shifts roughly and the transmission does not feel like it is shifting correctly. I am concerned this could indicate an electrical or communication problem affecting the electronic shifter, transmission operation, gear selection, or vehicle control. The truck also has an ongoing water leak around the rear window, including the upper portion and near the sliding window. …

Blind spot detection · Jan 2025

Components Electronic Stability Control (Esc):control Module Summary Chrysler (Fca US, LIc) 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. What You Should Do 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 [phone]. FCA US, LIc's Number

Adaptive cruise control · Jun 2026

[redacted] Known issue in 5th Gen Ram 1500s. Defective Mopar Connector Cam Buss. Causes the truck shifting problems and can cause going into park while driving. Issue below is on the forum causing a wreck. My 2019 Dodge Ram Limited started malfunctioning, causing me to wreck when the shifter unexpectedly went into park while I was driving. The brakes locked up, making the truck slide, and by the time it switched back, I was already sliding off the road. Parksense unavailable warning & service Shifter lights do come on. I called the Murfreesboro Ram dealer and they confirmed the issue that is was known to dealers. Majority of the dealers are sold out of the part due to this issue. Charging $200 in labor for a simple 10 min swap out of electrical part.

Warnings · Jul 2025

My ABS module went out in my 2019 Ram 1500 Rebel.. My service "Electronic stability control" , "Service Trailer Brake System", as well as "Service 4WD" lights are all on.. i had Auto Zone hook the computer up to my truck and it had 2 codes. C2206-00: Vehicle Configuration Mismatch and U0403-00 Implausible Data Received From T-Case. ABS module failure. I did some online research and come to find out there was a recall on my model truck for the ABS system needed updated.. I check my VIN online and says there are no recalls on my truck.. I'm having the exact problems stated in the recall and have the exact model stated in the recall. I was never notified about the recall. My truck only has 68,000 miles on it. NHTSA Recall # 24V-653. I don't understand why my VIN wasn't included in the recall. Thank you for your time

Adaptive cruise control · Mar 2026

Related recalls

Back over prevention › Sensing system › Camera

NHTSA recall 20V-191 · Sep 10, 2020 · 319,610 vehicles

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.

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,…

Collision Avoidance complaints in other 1500 years

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Collision Avoidance complaints per model year, Ram 1500.

Frequently asked questions

How common are collision avoidance problems on the 2019 Ram 1500?

NHTSA has 52 complaints about the driver assistance of the 2019 Ram 1500, 3% of the model year's 1,492 complaints. The component named most often is warnings (25 mentions).

Is there a recall for 2019 Ram 1500 collision avoidance problems?

Yes — NHTSA recall 20V-191 (camera, Sep 10, 2020). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

At what mileage do 2019 Ram 1500 collision avoidance problems start?

Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 22,000 miles, and 71% before 25,000 miles.

Is it dangerous?

Owners linked 3 crashes, 0 fires and 8 injuries to driver assistance problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.