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2019
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Ram 1500 Classic

EPA MPG: NA
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Reliability

Overall Reliability

The 2019 1500 Classic has about average reliability compared to other cars from the same model year.

Most Common Trouble Spots
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Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2019 Ram 1500 Classic owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Exhaust manifold

"Manifold gasket replaced"

Anonymous A., CO (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Unsure 5.7-L V8)
Other exhaust system problem

"Diesel particulate failure Vehicle was not going into regeneration system failure was not covered by extended warranty and took several months to fix"

Anonymous, NC (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Unsure 3.0-L V6 diesel)
Other/unsure

"I think for maybe 2 years now the truck won't take fuel except at the slowest possible rate. In the shop twice for 250 bucks or so both times and not resolved. If I drove as many miles as I did when working I'd be much more upset."

Anonymous, NY (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Unsure 3.6-L V6)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

What Owners Say

Exterior lights (other than headlights)

"Replaced headlight unit. Not cheap"

Anonymous, WI (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Express 5.7-L V8)
Other electrical system problem

""module stopped working, had to get a new one""

Anonymous A., LA (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Unsure 3.6-L V6)
Tire pressure monitor

"valve started leaking and TPMS requires special valves not available at the shop. Another TPMS occasionally shuts off"

Anonymous A., LA (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Unsure 3.6-L V6)

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

Display screen goes blank

""The radio display, which is actually the main display for controlling just about everything in the truck, would go blank. When the screen is blank, none of the controls are available to the driver. The screen was changed, and then finally the whole radio unit had to be changed and now it is working fine""

Anonymous A., NJ (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Unsure 5.7-L V8)
Steering wheel controls

"Cruise control- bad actuator switch"

Anonymous, WI (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Unsure 3.0-L V6 diesel)

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

What Owners Say

Oil leaks

"Have been seeing a small drip oil leak after the Fuel Pump was replaced, and the dealer says that they can not reproduce the leak. So I am stuck with a slow but steady staining of my driveway."

Anonymous, MO (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Unsure 3.0-L V6 diesel)

""The oil filter housing is made of plastic and it developed a crack in it, causing a significant oil leak. It was replaced with an aftermarket all metal part.""

Anonymous, VA (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Express 3.6-L V6)

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

What Owners Say

Other emissions/fuel system problem

"spark plug went bad causing its coil pack to start miss firing. Dealer replaced all 6 plugs and coil pack. engine had over 125k miles at the time. dealer completed repair in one day."

Anonymous A., TN (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Big Horn 3.6-L V6)
Sensors (includes O2 or oxygen sensor)

"DEF system is a joke. It ruins the motor and causes the owner to spend a lot of money to replace or scrap the whole vehicle."

Anonymous, CA (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Unsure 3.0-L V6 diesel)

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Paint (fading, chalking, cracking, or peeling)

"Paint chipping on hood- 3 places: dime size to eraser head size. Plus several tiny chips."

Anonymous, MO (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Tradesman 5.7-L V8)

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

What Owners Say

Wheel bearings

""One of the front wheel bearings needed to be replaced. The part is over $500, so quite expensive.""

Anonymous, NH (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Big Horn 5.7-L V8)

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

What Owners Say

Heated or cooled seats

"My last Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie had leather seats and after 275K miles, I never had an issue with the seat material opening on seam lines. my 2019 Ram 1500 Classic Laramie now has a seat seam that has started to come unraveled after less than 35K miles. This is especially odd as it is the passenger seat that is normally not used in 75% of the the miles. Not only that, but the estimate I received is for $500, mostly due to having to have to remove the entire seat in order to get the seat cushion off. Poor design as I have seen other brands where the seat bottom cushion can be easily removed without taking the whole seat out."

Anonymous, MO (2019 Ram 1500 Classic Unsure 3.0-L V6 diesel)

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

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Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.

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