2019 RAM 2500 structure problems
25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2019 RAM 2500 — 13% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request?: The right-side tailgate hinge assembly on my 2019 Ram 2500 failed and became increasingly difficult to operate. The tailgate now requires excessive force to open and close throughout its entire range…”
filed Jun 23, 2026
“My rear back window is leaking into the cab. Water comes in around the rear headliner and down onto the seats. This is a known issue on 2019+ Ram trucks with the same backlite design — cracked upper frame and failed seal causing water intrusion.”
filed Nov 18, 2025
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result…Campaign 22V904000 · Dec 8, 2022
- In certain side loading conditions, the bed step may unexpectedly fail while in useCampaign 20V207000 · Apr 9, 2020
Related service bulletins
Backup Camera Poor Image Quality Inspection
S2208000045 REV.D · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 26, 2026
Structure problems in other 2500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 2500 | 2 | 4% |
| 2022 2500 | 5 | 3% |
| 2021 2500 | 12 | 11% |
| 2020 2500 | 11 | 7% |
| 2018 2500 | 4 | 0% |
| 2017 2500 | 5 | 1% |
| 2016 2500 | 13 | 5% |
| 2015 2500 | 8 | 4% |
| 2014 2500 | 16 | 5% |
| 2013 2500 | 5 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2019 RAM 2500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.