2019 Ram 1500 Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 81about this part
- Share
- 5%of 1,494 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 26,716miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 81 complaints about the body and structure of the 2019 Ram 1500, 5% of the 1,494 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 26,716 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“My vehicle has been in service for over 6 months. They are unable to figure out what is wrong. My Ram constanly makes a banging noise while driving. They changed the entire front end and the noise continues. Also have a mildue smell and pictures of water leaking down the inside of the windshield. Opened a case with FCA they refuse to buy the truck back”
NHTSA complaint #11306842, filed 2020-02, 14,000 miles“Ok we need a recall now this is ridiculous! Give us a recall on the rear window because all it does is crack and leak, I am sick and tired of bringing my truck to the dealer for this problem and im sure everyone else is too so please do us a favor here. Second the manifold bolts breaking/cracking, seriously! That needs to be addressed immediately as well, thats all we ask for is for these two recalls.”
NHTSA complaint #11386723, filed 2021-01, 8,000 miles“I had noticed that the rear window on the drivers side would leak a small dribble of water after a car wash or a heavy rain. The vehicle was not moving at the time of discovery. I took my truck into meador cdjr in fort worth tx and they removed and replaced the rear seat and rear window. They installed a new window seal and replaced the rear seat. They covered this as a warranty item with no charge to me.”
NHTSA complaint #11387370, filed 2021-01, 17,850 miles“Rear power sliding window develops cracks at the top on both sides of the center glass. Window leaks into cab when moisture is present outside the vehicle such as snow, rain or car wash. I am trying to get Ram/FCA to fix issue but they are not calling me back. Many 2019 Ram trucks are having this issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11310037, filed 2020-02, 37,000 miles“I went to open my tailgate and it can off the hinges and fell to the ground, pulled the wiring out and scratched the paint. Now my GPS and back up camera doesn't work. Along with injuring my arm since I just had ligament surgery. It was stationary in my driveway.”
NHTSA complaint #11245572, filed 2019-08, 4,100 milesRelated recalls
- 22V904000Dec 8, 2022Chrysler (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…Covers: Ram 1500 2019–2022, 2500 2019–2022, 3500 2019–2022
Related service bulletins
- 11035198Jul 17, 2026Cluster Message “To Operate Tailgate Shift to Park” Vehicle is In Park
- 11034910Jun 29, 2026Switch – headlamp
- 11034909Jun 29, 2026Switch – headlamp
- 11034385Jun 26, 2026Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
- 11033948Jun 13, 2026Instrument Panel Delamination Customers may comment on the following: ● Wrinkles or bubbles in the instrument panel cover Fig. 1. This bulletin involves inspecting and possibly…
- 11033975Jun 12, 2026Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- 11033897Jun 5, 2026Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- 11033884Jun 3, 2026HANDLE - DOOR PULL and PANEL - FRONT DOOR TRIM
- 11033883Jun 3, 2026HANDLE - DOOR PULL and PANEL - FRONT DOOR TRIM
- 11033308May 29, 2026Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 3% |
| 2025 | 2 | 1% |
| 2024 | 3 | 4% |
| 2023 | 10 | 5% |
| 2022 | 21 | 3% |
| 2021 | 33 | 5% |
| 2020 | 44 | 7% |
| 2019 | 81 | 5% |
| 2018 | 15 | 2% |
| 2017 | 36 | 4% |
| 2016 | 36 | 2% |
| 2015 | 49 | 3% |
| 2014 | 42 | 2% |
| 2013 | 40 | 3% |
| 2009 | 4 | 11% |
Other parts of the 2019 Ram 1500
382 complaintsSteering
340 complaintsOther or unknown
237 complaintsEngine
233 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
207 complaintsBrakes
134 complaintsFuel system
104 complaintsAir bags
93 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
79 complaintsVehicle speed control
53 complaintsSeat belts
33 complaintsSuspension
33 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 Ram 1500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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