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2019 Ram 4500 recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2019 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
10
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
6
Latest campaign
Oct 11, 2022

Recall summary by component10

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Service brakes, hydraulic3Oct 11, 2022
Fuel system, diesel2Nov 12, 2021
Engine and engine cooling2Jun 10, 2021
Visibility1Jan 27, 2022
Wheels1May 27, 2021
Suspension1May 13, 2020

Safety recalls10

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Oct 11, 2022Latest campaign
Oct 11, 202222V759000

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

A brake hose rupture can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V759000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The rear brake hose inside diameter may be too small, which could cause the hose to rupture. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 106, "Brake Hoses."
Risk
A brake hose rupture can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZA5.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V759000 · Oct 11, 2022
Jan 27, 202222V035000

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer linkages

Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 22V035000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 vehicles, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, 5500 Cab Chassis and 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs. The windshield wiper arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to function improperly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.
Risk
Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2022. This recall is an expansion of recall number 20V-208. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z08.
Campaign
NHTSA 22V035000 · Jan 27, 2022
Nov 12, 202121V880000

Fuel system, diesel: delivery fuel pump

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V880000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500, 3500 pickup trucks, and Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines. The High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) may fail, resulting in a sudden engine stall without warning.
Risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the HPFP, update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, and inspect and replace additional fuel system components as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters to inform owners of the safety recall were mailed on January 4, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 17, 2022. Phase 2 owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on March 2, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y78.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V880000 · Nov 12, 2021
Jun 10, 202121V439000

Engine and engine cooling: engine oil/lubrication

Low oil can damage the engine, causing an oil leak or a punctured engine block, increasing the risk of a fire.

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V439000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with a Cummins 6.7L High Output engine. The engine calibration software may not warn about low oil volume.
Risk
Low oil can damage the engine, causing an oil leak or a punctured engine block, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the engine calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y21.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V439000 · Jun 10, 2021
May 27, 202121V398000

Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V398000
What's wrong
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.
Risk
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y36 owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y26 owner notification letters were mailed on December 1, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's numbers for this recall are Y26 and Y36.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V398000 · May 27, 2021
Jan 26, 202121V023000

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage which may result in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 21V023000
What's wrong
Excellance, Inc (Excellance) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Excellance-modified RAM 4500/5500 vehicles to be equipped with CLASS Suspension Systems. In the affected suspension systems, the rear brake caliper flexible line may have been routed so that it contacts a suspension component, possibly causing excessive wear and a loss of rear brakes.
Risk
A worn rear brake caliper flexible line may cause brake fluid leakage which may result in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Excellance will notify owners, and dealers will install a kit to remedy any damage and to prevent any future damage, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a schedule for recall notification. Owners may contact Excellance customer service at 1-800-882-9799.
Campaign
NHTSA 21V023000 · Jan 26, 2021
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Ram). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component6

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
6Complaints filed
0Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Fuel/propulsion system233000
Engine233000
Fuel system117000
Diesel117000
Wheels117000
Power train117000
Steering117000

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Fuel system

    “The contact owns a 2019 Ram 4500. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V398000 (Wheel) and 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available.”

    Filed 05/23/2023 · ODI 11523408
  • Fuel/propulsion system

    “The fuel pump failed and they have not fixed it after 3 months and they do not answer or return my calls.”

    Filed 09/06/2022 · ODI 11483119
  • Power train

    “My truck has been at a dodge dealership for over a month due to a open recall. This dealership is declining to service my vehicle because they are saying the recall has to be fixed first before they can diagnosis my…”

    Filed 07/30/2022 · ODI 11476689

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2019 Ram 4500 recall questions

How many recalls does the 2019 Ram 4500 have?

NHTSA lists 10 safety recall campaigns for the 2019 Ram 4500. The most recent, 22V759000 (reported October 11, 2022), concerns service brakes, hydraulic. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2019 Ram 4500 recalls for?

The largest group is service brakes, hydraulic, with 3 campaigns. Others: fuel system, diesel (2), engine and engine cooling (2), visibility (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2019 Ram 4500?

Fuel/propulsion system is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 6 filed with NHTSA (33%). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2019 Ram 4500?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Ram). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ram dealer.

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