Ram 3500 Complaints (2019)

138 consumer complaints on file.

#11514263March 28, 2023
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle was leaking fuel, causing the vehicle to fail to accelerate and exceed 5 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the variable turbo actuator had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 75,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11507818February 17, 2023
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, he depressed the accelerator pedal to change lanes, and the vehicle shuddered and almost stalled. The contact stated that the "check fuel filter" light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure lasted for a few seconds then the vehicle resumed normal operation. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but had started to occur at various speeds. The contact stated that "possible water in fuel" warning light had started to become illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to a dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was advised by the dealer that the recall repair parts would take years. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11507904February 17, 2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle stated to decelerate without warning. The contact pulled over on the side of the road and examined under the hood and noticed oil on top of the engine. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who stated that the vehicle was experiencing a similar failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V511000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was 120,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11507906February 17, 2023
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the transmission failed to shift as designed. The contact pulled over on the side of the road and turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle started operating normally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the mechanic stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the type of transmission was not under warranty. A case was filed. The failure mileage was 60,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11501289January 11, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
I had a parasitic draw on my battery that became progressively worse to the point that a jump no longer worked to start the vehicle. I bought a brand new battery and it was completely dead within 24 hours even though I had only driven the vehicle about 5 miles and had the vehicle off for over 23 of these hours. I replaced the battery again and left the vehicle running while loading for a trip and 30 minutes later the battery started to release smoke from overheating. Wires and plastics around the battery were starting to melt so I completely disconnected the battery. This 2nd new battery was also dead within 24 hours of purchase. I took the vehicle to a Ram Dealership and after a lot of testing over multiple days they identified the problem as a parasitic draw from the ABS module. Please note the parasitic draw occurred whether or not the vehicle was turned on. After the dealership changed the ABS module and both batteries the vehicle has been operating ok although I still receive low battery power notices which restricts certain vehicle functions every few days. I have to turn the engine off and on to reset the error.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11499194December 28, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
This vehicle has a safety recall I. The high pressure fuel pump. The dealership says they’re unable to provide resolution due to part’s availability. Reasonable time has been allowed and yet, no repairs have been made. The manufacturer should be required to buy back the vehicle or replace it at no cost to me.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11498211December 20, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not yet made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced the failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11498270December 20, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 21V88000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11497223December 13, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called three local dealers, who all confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495480November 30, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
We have this truck at our dealership and are unable to sell do to this recall. Recall has been out since November 12th 2012 and through Nhtsa it shows that it can be completed. I've talked with Ram recall assistance and they state that this truck is not able to have the recall completed and I asked for a buy back and they said I need to talk with my local dealer to start that process. I called our local dealer and they said they have never heard of that and are unable to help. They did say they have the part in stock to complete the recall however Ram will not release it to the 2019's and they can only do the 2020's recall which is the same thing.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11495321November 29, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
went to start and nothing, battery is OK has a quick flash of fuel filter service. and still have 35% left according to the truck. I am guessing it is the fuel pump issue awaiting what the dealership states it has only 36000 miles so its still under warranty.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11493235November 11, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
It has been a year since notified of recall that is open for fuel system and the dealership told me today that no fix has been identified yet
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11492915November 9, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11492284November 4, 2022
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a vibration was felt and heard coming from the front passenger’s side wheel area. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer for routine services, the contact made the mechanic aware of the failure; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that after he left the dealer, he felt a vibration coming from the front passenger’s side wheel area as the tire pressure warning light illuminated. After the contact pulled over, he noticed the front passenger’s side tire was damaged and had a significant amount of tread coming out. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to replace the tire. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for replacement of the rear end due to an unknown recall and the contact made them aware of the failure again; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that after changing the front passenger’s side tire three previous times and the wheel bearing, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 15.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11492303November 4, 2022
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to accelerate. The fuel mileage had decreased. The fuel warning light was flashing on and off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel). The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no additional assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491916November 2, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11491980November 2, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11490821October 25, 2022
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
There is the known recall for my truck. 2019 Ram 3500 with Cummins diesel engine. The CP4 high pressure fuel pump if prone to failure and can cause the vehicle to immediately stall and possible causing serious injury. (Y78/NHTSA 21V-880) I took my truck in and was told parts are not available for 2019's. I called FCA customer service today and was told that the parts are available but only for vehicles with failed high pressure pumps. So I need for my pump to fail and possible injure or kill myself or someone else and they will complete the recall? Makes no sense. The consumer stated contacted Ram customer service and informed computers were down. Customer service couldn't provide an update for the recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11490114October 20, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11489858October 18, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted several times. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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