repaired · 2025 Q1
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A brake hose rupture can cause a loss of braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 Ram 4500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2019 Ram 4500, most often about the engine. It is covered by 9 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-398 the manufacturer reports only 44% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 23, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2019 Ram 4500 has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Engine
2Fuel/propulsion system
1Fuel system, diesel
1Power train
1Steering
1Wheels
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel system, diesel | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2019 Ram 4500 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Windshield wiper/washer: linkages
Risk. Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Engine: oil/lubrication
Risk. Low oil can damage the engine, causing an oil leak or a punctured engine block, increasing the risk of a fire.
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repaired · 2023 Q3
Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studs
Risk. Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
repaired · 2021 Q2
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
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…
repaired · 2020 Q2
Vacuum: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A worn rear brake line may leak fluid, resulting in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q2
Electrical system: software
Risk. A damaged engine block may leak oil, which can contact hot engine or exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2020 Q4
Fuel system, diesel
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ram.
Best & worst years
2019 vs. every other 4500 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 4500 median. How we score
'08'09'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2019 Ram 4500, and the recalls they led to.
- High pressure fuel pump failureLed to recall 24V-957
- High pressure fuel pump failureNo recall
In owners' words
What 4500 owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
AT ONLY 15000 MILES AND 6 MONTHS OF LIFE, MY TRUCK IS LEAKING OIL/FUEL FROM THE CP4 FUEL PUMP. THE OIL/DIESEL IS LEAKING ON THE ENGINE BLOCK AND OTHER NEARBY HOT COMPONENTS WHICH I ASSUME COULD BE A FIRE HAZARD OR A FUEL SYSTEM DISASTER FAILURE. THE SYSTEM IS LEAKING ALL THE TIME WHILE ENGINE IS…
IST TIME, APPROX. 29,000 MILES, WITH NO WARNING, VEHICLE RAN POORLY, ROUGH AND DIED. STRANDED ON SIDE OF ROAD FOR 4 HOURS UNTIL A TOW TRUCK CAME. DIAGNOSED AS HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE. SECOND TIME, APPROX 39,000 MILES, SAME ISSUE OF STALLING, EXCEPT THIS TIME I WAS STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF THE…
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