2019 Ram 2500 Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 32about this part
- Share
- 17%of 193 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 5,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 32 complaints about the engine of the 2019 Ram 2500, 17% of the 193 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 5,500 miles. 6 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I started my pickup and pulled out of garage put in park to close my garage door and with 2-3 minutes at idle, smoke was coming into the cab, got out of vehicle and opened hood and found flames coming from fuel injection pump area, was able to get fire out before it burnt the truck completely.”
NHTSA complaint #11402550, filed 2021-03, 21,000 miles“I just purchased a used 2019 Ram on day two check engine light comes on loss of power while driving at highway speed. Dealer is telling me it is codep0299 they checked and cleared code. Now 12/18/ back with dealer for same code p0299 and loss of power or going 8nto limp mode.”
NHTSA complaint #11384022, filed 2020-12, 8,450 miles“I purchased a 2019 Ram 2500 truck, and began having issue with the truck dropping into neutral at just over 1000 miles. I went to the dealer and they checked codes, but I didn't make sure they documented it. It seemed to only happen when going in reverse and turning, so I continued to drive it. Then at 6670 miles it happened while driving and in an intersection. I had come to a stop at a light, then when the light turned green I proceeded to turn right. I got about 10 feet into the turn and the truck acted like it went into neutral. …”
NHTSA complaint #11349164, filed 2020-08, 6,620 miles“This safety recall occurred in january 2020 and I received notice from dodge Ram (chrysler). I have called dealers in st george and las vegas who have told me the same: they only get a few parts per week or two to fix the problem and placed me on the dealers waiting list. I have been on the waiting list for four months! This is a safety warning regarding possible fire on my new vehicle. Further inquiry by myself has revealed the following: 1. Chrysler dodge Ram is not producing adequate numbers of the simple part thereby jeopardizing safety of purchasers and their family/friends. 2. …”
NHTSA complaint #11329637, filed 2020-06, 5,000 miles“Truck has cp4 fuel injector pump. Pump can fail without warning. When it fails the pump distroys the fuel rail system. Truck can then leave the occupants in a dangerous situation. When pump shuts down the engine you loose steering and brakes. You also loose the exhaust brake feature. Has not happened on my truck. These pumps will fail at some point.”
NHTSA complaint #11366840, filed 2020-10, 6,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11036754Aug 26, 2026Radiator - engine cooling
- 11036753Aug 26, 2026Radiator - engine cooling
- 11035981Jul 29, 2026Sensor - turbocharger speed
- 11035980Jul 29, 2026Sensor - turbocharger speed
- 11034373Jun 17, 2026BEARING - CRANKSHAFT THRUST and KIT
- 11034337Jun 17, 2026BEARING - CRANKSHAFT THRUST and KIT
- 11032990May 21, 2026Radiator - engine cooling
- 11033001May 19, 2026On Cummins diesel applications that are for 2019 and newer the bpro part 1BP00507AB can on occasions create a check engine light. In these situations, it is recommended to use…
- 11031466Apr 17, 2026Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P2459-00 Particulate Filter Regeneration Too Frequent Setting in the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or Under Fueling or Over Fueling Condition…
- 11030229Mar 21, 2026Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of…
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | 14% |
| 2025 | 9 | 14% |
| 2024 | 9 | 15% |
| 2023 | 11 | 22% |
| 2022 | 30 | 17% |
| 2021 | 26 | 24% |
| 2020 | 33 | 20% |
| 2019 | 32 | 17% |
| 2018 | 37 | 1% |
| 2017 | 39 | 6% |
| 2016 | 53 | 20% |
| 2015 | 34 | 16% |
| 2014 | 62 | 18% |
| 2013 | 43 | 24% |
| 2009 | 1 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2019 Ram 2500
63 complaintsElectrical system
29 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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