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2019 Ram 1500 Engine Problems

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

How common are engine problems on the 2019 Ram 1500?

249 owners have reported engine problems on the 2019 Ram 1500, 17% of all complaints for this year and the 3rd most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 11,000–65,000 miles. 2 recalls cover this area.

249 complaints 17% of all 2019 complaints 26,000 miles typical

Which parts fail

The specific part named in each complaint.

Exhaust system 3
Manifold / header / muffler / tail pipe 1
Sump / tank 1

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (59 of 249). The amber line is the middle value.

When problems were reported

Engine complaints by the year the problem happened.

Engine complaints by 1500 year

2009 1500 5
2013 1500 130
2014 1500 347
2015 1500 393
2016 1500 352
2017 1500 187
2018 1500 153
2019 1500 249
2020 1500 165
2021 1500 280
2022 1500 250
2023 1500 47
2024 1500 23
2025 1500 79
2026 1500 12

Related recalls

Engine

Can stall

0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.

Recall 23V411000 · Jun 2023

Engine coolant leak can cause a fire

Fire risk

The EGR cooler in these 0L Eco Diesel engines can crack, letting hot coolant mix into the engine's intake air, where it may ignite inside the intake manifold. That combustion can start a fire under the hood.

Fix: A dealer will replace the EGR cooler and inspect and, if needed, replace the intake manifold, all free of charge.

Recall 19V757000 · Oct 2019
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Other 2019 Ram 1500 problems

Common questions

What are common 2019 Ram 1500 engine problems?

Complaints most often name the exhaust system, manifold / header / muffler / tail pipe and sump / tank.

At what mileage do 2019 Ram 1500 engine problems happen?

Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 11,000–65,000 miles. The middle value is about 26,000 miles.

Is there a recall for 2019 Ram 1500 engine problems?

Yes: 23V411000, 19V757000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Which 1500 year has the most engine complaints?

The 2015 1500, with 393 complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.