Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2019 Ram 4500
NHTSA data on file today
The 2019 Ram 4500 has 10 NHTSA recall campaigns and 6 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #22V759000 Incorrect Brake Hose Diameter/FMVSS 106 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V035000 Windshield Wipers May Not Operate Properly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V880000 High Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V439000 Engine Calibration may not Warn of Low Oil Volume NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V398000 Wheel Studs May Break NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V023000 Brake Line Routing May Cause Wear and Fluid Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V008000 Brake Line Routing May Cause Wear and Fluid Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20V511000 Inadequate Warmup Protection NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #20E031000 Brake Line Routing May Cause Wear and Fluid Leak NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #19V498000 Fuel Lines May Leak NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 2 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 2 complaints
- Fuel System, Diesel 1 complaint
- Power Train 1 complaint
- Steering 1 complaint
- Wheels 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $8,500–$14,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2019 Ram 4500 exhibits several significant issues including brake hose and engine oil problems, which have caused recalls. Despite only a few customer complaints, these serious recall issues suggest potential reliability challenges and costly repairs.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rear brake hose | 30,000–50,000 miles | $150–$300 | very common |
| High pressure fuel pump | 40,000–70,000 miles | $1,000–$1,500 | common |
| Engine lubrication | 50,000–80,000 miles | $500–$900 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil change every 5,000 miles
- Brake fluid replacement every 30,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 50,000 miles
- Transmission fluid change every 60,000 miles
- Tire rotation every 10,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Unusual brake pedal feel
- Engine oil light activation
- Sudden loss of engine power
- Frequent fuel smell
- Loose windshield wipers
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2019 Ram 4500 at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.