Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2019 Ram 1500 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine, with a message that the "Fuel/Air Ration Imbalance" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the contact was informed that the rocker arm bearings and lifters needed to be replaced. In addition, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, several warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the windshield wipers activated independently, the power steering assist had failed, and the vehicle failed to stop while depressing the brake pedal. The contact stated that the vehicle went into LIMP Mode, with the "Service Transmission, Continue to Drive, "Do not Shift or Turn off Engine," and "No Buss" messages were displayed on the instrument panel. …
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the check engine warning light had illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving, the throttle sensor warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had recurred while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was purchased, and the light was reset; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that while driving 45-50 MPH, the failure recurred, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road, but the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was purchased, and the throttle sensor was replaced; however, the vehicle failed to start. The contact was referred to a Dodge dealer. …
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 23V411000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed a thousand miles away from home, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power in the middle of the freeway. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed tone wheel generator and failed fuel pump. The contact was informed that the tone wheel generator and fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The vehicle was picked up by a family friend on two occasions however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. …
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH down the road, the brakes unintendedly activated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic who was unable to retrieve a fault code. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, but the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. Upon additional research, it was determined that the recall was completed under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V653000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), but the update was not performed, completed, or done correctly. The vehicle was repaired. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering became inoperable. The vehicle was towed to the residence. Upon investigation, the contact located a Class Action Lawsuit. …
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and hauling a 500 lb. trailer, the vehicle hesitated and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. In addition, a bearing made an abnormal grinding sound. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, opened the hood, and noticed dust on top of the eTorque Motor Generator Unit (MGU). The contact was able to restart the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the Motor Generator Unit (MGU) had failed. The dealer informed the contact that continuous driving of the vehicle had caused the tensioner to overextend due to the loss of power by the MGU and bearing. The contact was informed that parts to repair the vehicle were on backorder. The vehicle remained with the dealer unrepaired. …
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, he became aware of a brown fluid leaking underneath the front of the vehicle onto the ground. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the head gasket, the radiator, the engine, and other unknown parts had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated, and there was black smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to a second dealer, National Speed (4022 Glenside Dr, Richmond, VA 23228) where it was diagnosed that the PCM was unable to read the O2 sensors; however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined. The vehicle was being repaired. …
The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Ram. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal sound at the hood of the vehicle. The contact then stated that the vehicle started to overheat and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the thermostat and the oil pump and camshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine head block needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact then stated that while making wide turns, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver and failed to return to a straight position. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the failure could not be duplicated. …
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the center display screen failed to turn on upon starting the vehicle or while driving. The contact also stated that the rearview camera failed to activate while the vehicle was in reverse. The contact stated also that the forward collision chime would engage while driving with no vehicles nearby. Additionally, the contact stated that the check engine warning illuminated intermittently and the engine made abnormal sounds while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact also stated that the RPM was malfunctioning. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V407000 (Air Bags, Seat Belts) which the dealer associated with the failure. The dealer completed the recall repair dealer however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. …
EGR cooler has failed and leaked on manifold after 2 EGR bypass cooler replacements. Went online to see when original EGR recall was completed and online data base reported complete Dec 29, 2019. That particular part for the VB1 was not even ready until March-May 2020. There are also no service records or work order for that recall being completed whatsoever. The EGR cooler cracked on the manifold while driving with my kids and almost or did ignite as the whole truck was pouring smoke from behind and underneath. The dealer did inspect and confirm the damage and has been in touch with the manufacturer, acknowledges that there are no service records or work orders for that recall. Dealer acknowledged that no part was available. Manufacturer takes no responsibility but did state in e-mail they believe recall was claimed to have been done in transit during a stop sale.
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 23V411000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the parts to do the recalls repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated to respond and jolted while driving from a complete stop and while driving at various speeds. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 36,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an…
Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023.
Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Gas recirculation valve (EGR valve)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020.
Engine complaints in other 1500 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are engine problems on the 2019 Ram 1500?
NHTSA has 249 complaints about the engine & cooling of the 2019 Ram 1500, 17% of the model year's 1,492 complaints. The component named most often is exhaust system (3 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2019 Ram 1500 engine problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 23V-411 (engine and engine cooling, Jun 8, 2023); NHTSA recall 19V-757 (gas recirculation valve (egr valve), Oct 24, 2019). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2019 Ram 1500 engine problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 25,000 miles, and 49% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 5 crashes, 5 fires and 2 injuries to engine & cooling 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.