2019 Ram 2500 Structure & Body Problems
NHTSA lists 26 Structure & Body complaints for the 2019 Ram 2500, 13% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 5,700 miles. Two related recalls cover tailgate misalignment and a bed step failure. Two crashes were reported in this category.
- Structure & Body complaints
- 26
- 13% of 193
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 5,700 mi
- Related recalls
- 2
Typical body and structure symptoms owners report
- Tailgate opens unexpectedly while driving or towing, even after owners confirm it was latched, sometimes causing damage or a crash.
- A truck frame reportedly snapped at low mileage, causing the driveline to drop and the vehicle to veer into a guard rail.
- Body mounts wear out early and produce clunking or rattling noises from underneath the cab, recurring even after replacement.
- Hood shakes or vibrates noticeably at highway speeds or in windy conditions despite the latch being properly engaged.
- Cab and bed alignment appears offset, with the cab sitting crooked relative to the bed.
- Rambox lid appliques delaminate repeatedly even after dealer reapplication of tape and adhesive promoter.
When 2019 Ram 2500 body and structure complaints were filed
First complaint Aug 12, 2019, latest Jun 23, 2026.
Structure & Body recalls for the 2019 Ram 2500
- NHTSA 22V904000Dec 8, 2022Structure & Body1,224,078 vehicles
Structure:body:tailgate:hinge and attachments
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.
Risk: An unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB8.
- NHTSA 20V207000Apr 9, 2020Structure & Body37,580 vehicles
Structure
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 Pick-up trucks equipped with an accessory bed step. In certain side loading conditions, the bed step may unexpectedly fail while in use.
Risk: A bed step that unexpectedly fails while in use increases the risk of injury to the user.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bed step support brace, free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2020 (RAM 2500) and began on October 6, 2020 (Ram 3500). Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are W24 and W44.
Structure & Body complaints by 2500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2019 Ram 2500 have?
- NHTSA lists 26 Structure & Body complaints for the 2019 Ram 2500, which is 13% of the 193 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a tailgate recall for the 2019 Ram 2500?
- Yes. Recall 22V904000 covers 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3,500 trucks with tailgates that may not latch properly due to misaligned strikers, allowing the tailgate to open while driving.
- Does the 2019 Ram 2500 have a bed step recall?
- Yes, recall 20V207000 covers 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and 3,500 trucks with an accessory bed step that could fail unexpectedly under side loading.
- At what mileage do structure and body problems typically appear on the 2019 Ram 2500?
- The median mileage at failure for Structure & Body complaints on the 2019 Ram 2500 is 5,700 miles.
- Were there any crashes linked to structure and body issues on the 2019 Ram 2500?
- NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 0 injuries or fires tied to Structure & Body complaints for the 2019 Ram 2500.