2019 Ram 2500 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 29about this part
- Share
- 15%of 193 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 7,425miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 29 complaints about the electrical system of the 2019 Ram 2500, 15% of the 193 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 7,425 miles. 4 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Started my truck today and within a minute of driving it out my driveway I smelled something burning and saw smoke. The electrical wiring harness under the front drivers seat was on fire. Had to put the fire out with a bottle of water. Calling my local Ram dealership in the morning to have it towed there.”
NHTSA complaint #11353583, filed 2020-09, 28,000 miles“While installing side steps found an unprotected wiring harness under the truck, just behind the left front wheel. After looking closer at the wires found a wire with nicked insulation, conductor was showing. Didn't cause a problem, yet, however having a bundle of unprotected wiring in this location creates the potential to disable the vehicle if tire kicked something up from road and severed the wires. I didn't report this to dealer, I taped the wires to protect them from further damage.”
NHTSA complaint #11286992, filed 2019-12, 700 miles“My 2019 Ram 2500 limited has the forward collision warning system, however, the system does not function as sold or intended. I have taken the vehicle to multiple dealerships in an attempt to resolved the issue, however neither the dealerships nor FCA has any idea how to resolve. Fca customer service believes it may be software related, but currently has no idea when/if a solution will arise. Currently the vehicle sensors do not seem to function at all, and the vehicle absolutely could not prevent a forward collision if required. …”
NHTSA complaint #11245738, filed 2019-08, 5,350 miles“Vehicle has push button start. I start the vehicle and leave running in the morning to defrost. When I went back to the vehicle I unlocked it with the fob while I was walking thru the garage. Stopped in the garage to pick something up and accidentally dropped the fob. Got in the vehicle and drove off. Why does the vehicle allow me to put it in gear without the fob. If I had had remote start and had started it with remote start the vehicle would have stopped running and would not have gone into drive without having the key fob in the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #11288639, filed 2019-12, 4,000 miles“Two different times while driving the vehicle stalled. Both times it was broken wires to the fuel pump. One had rubbed on something causing the break, not sure why the other one broke. I was on a highway both times. First time it happened was around 11/19/2020 the. Again on 12/11/2020”
NHTSA complaint #11383562, filed 2020-12, 15,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11037344Sep 8, 2026Passive Entry O/S Dr Handle Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online S2623000040.
- 11035981Jul 29, 2026Sensor - turbocharger speed
- 11035980Jul 29, 2026Sensor - turbocharger speed
- 11034910Jun 29, 2026Switch – headlamp
- 11034909Jun 29, 2026Switch – headlamp
- 11033975Jun 12, 2026Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- 11033957Jun 8, 2026Prior to replacing an inoperative passive entry door handle, perform Star Online S2623000040.
- 11033896Jun 5, 2026Passive Entry Exterior Door Handle Inoperative When Touched To Lock And Or Unlock.
- 11033308May 29, 2026Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Noise Or Loose At Pivot. Mirror Contacts Door Window Glass In The Folded Position.
- 11032842May 13, 2026Radio Message "Power Surge On USB Detected" Customers may comment on the following: ● The radio displays the message: “Power surge on USB hub detected” Fig. 1. NOTE: After the…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10 | 34% |
| 2025 | 40 | 61% |
| 2024 | 12 | 20% |
| 2023 | 10 | 20% |
| 2022 | 61 | 34% |
| 2021 | 35 | 32% |
| 2020 | 20 | 12% |
| 2019 | 29 | 15% |
| 2018 | 476 | 18% |
| 2017 | 121 | 17% |
| 2016 | 38 | 15% |
| 2015 | 28 | 13% |
| 2014 | 42 | 12% |
| 2013 | 41 | 23% |
Other parts of the 2019 Ram 2500
63 complaintsEngine
32 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
29 complaintsOther or unknown
25 complaintsBody and structure
25 complaintsBrakes
16 complaintsSteering
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsAir bags
7 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsForward collision avoidance
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2019 Ram 2500
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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