2019 RAM 5500 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2019 RAM 5500 has 0 complaints and 17 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to brake system defects and engine performance based on recall patterns. No direct consumer complaints have been recorded.
Seventeen recalls affect this vehicle, involving systems such as brakes, engine oil lubrication, fuel delivery, suspension, wheels, and software. The recalls encompass substantial safety concerns like brake hose failures and fuel leaks.
Recalls- Rear brake hose rupture. Recall 22V759000 affects 26,961 vehicles where the rear brake hose inside diameter may be too small and rupture, causing potential loss of braking ability and increased crash risk. Dealers replace the rear brake hoses free of charge.
- Brake caliper flexible line wear. Recall 21V023000 and related recalls 21V008000 and 20E031000 impact several hundred vehicles with rear brake lines routed to contact suspension components, causing excessive wear and brake fluid leakage. This raises risk of partial or complete loss of rear brakes. Repairs involve inspection, line replacement, and mounting modifications at no cost.
- Wheel lug nut over-torque. Recall 21V398000 covers 447,985 vehicles where incorrect service manual torque specs may cause broken wheel studs and possible wheel separation, increasing crash risk. Dealers update manuals and inspect or replace wheel studs free of charge.
- Engine oil low volume warning defect. Recall 21V439000 impacts 32,002 vehicles with Cummins 6.7L High Output engines lacking low oil volume warnings, risking engine damage or fire. Dealers update engine calibration software free of charge.
- High Pressure Fuel Pump failure. Recall 21V880000 involves 222,410 vehicles with potential sudden engine stalls from failing fuel pumps, raising crash risk. Dealers replace the pump, update software, and inspect related components for free.
- Engine warm-up protection failure. Recall 20V511000 affects 32,318 vehicles with potential connecting rod bearing damage and engine block puncture, increasing fire risk. Dealers flash engine software to enhance warm-up protection at no charge.
- Fuel line leaks. Recall 19V498000 involves 499 vehicles where fuel lines may leak in the engine compartment, raising fire risks. Dealers inspect and replace the lines as needed without charge.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs involving safety defects or recall issues may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a consumer protection attorney could provide guidance on potential remedies.
2019 RAM 5500 Summary
2019
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
9
Total Recalls
762599
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2019 RAM 5500
26961 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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.
2019 RAM 5500
4 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
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.
2019 RAM 5500
23 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Braun Northwest (Braun Northwest) is recalling certain 2019-2020 RAM 4500/5500 vehicles equipped with Liquid Spring rear 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 line may leak fluid, resulting in a partial or complete loss of the rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
2019 RAM 5500
222410 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
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.
2019 RAM 5500
32002 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
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.
2019 RAM 5500
447985 vehicles affected
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
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.
2019 RAM 5500
397 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:REAR
LiquidSpring LLC (LiquidSpring) is recalling certain Compressible Liquid Adaptive Suspension Systems (C.L.A.S.S.), part numbers DS135RS3A, DS135RS3AF, DS135RS3-DM, sold for use with 2019-2020 RAM 4500 and 5500 vehicles. 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. As such, these parts fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
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.
2019 RAM 5500
32318 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis built with a Cummins 6.7L High Output engine. Inadequate warmup protection can cause a lack of oil film on the engine connecting rod bearings while the engine is reaching operating temperature. This can result in engine damage and connecting rod failure, which could potentially puncture the engine block.
Risk: A damaged engine block may leak oil, which can contact hot engine or exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
2019 RAM 5500
499 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks, and 3500, 4500, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The fuel lines may leak fuel into the engine compartment.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Complaints
No complaints found.