2019 Ram 1500 Transmission Problems

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

How common are transmission problems on the 2019 Ram 1500?

207 owners have reported transmission problems on the 2019 Ram 1500, 14% of all complaints for this year and the 4th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 3,000–44,000 miles. 3 recalls cover this area.

207 complaints 14% of all 2019 complaints 15,000 miles typical

Which parts fail

The specific part named in each complaint.

Automatic transmission 4

Software 1

Gear position indication (PRNDL) 1

Differential unit 1

Control module (TCM / PCM / TECM) 1

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (74 of 207). The amber line is the middle value.

0k50k100k150k200k

When problems were reported

Transmission complaints by the year the problem happened.

Transmission complaints by 1500 year

2009 1500 9

2013 1500 86

2014 1500 192

2015 1500 226

2016 1500 202

2017 1500 98

2018 1500 60

2019 1500 207

2020 1500 63

2021 1500 99

2022 1500 103

2023 1500 28

2024 1500 15

2025 1500 49

2026 1500 10

Related recalls

Transfer case (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

A gear within the transfer case may not have been installed correctly, possibly causing the vehicle to become stuck in neutral. If this occurs while driving, there could be a sudden loss of power. Additionally, a loss of 'PARK' function may occur. A sudden loss of power or a loss of 'PARK' function may increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer case, free of charge.

Recall 20V080000 · Feb 2020

Driveshaft

Can stall

The rear driveshaft may have an incomplete weld fusion between the tube and tube yoke, which may lead to weld cracking or the driveshaft fracturing. A fractured rear driveshaft could detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, or it may result in a loss of drive power, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear driveshaft, free of charge. The FCA US recall number is V48.

Recall 19V324000 · Apr 2019

Rear axle may lose oil and fail

Crash risk

The rear differential may not have enough lubricating oil from the factory, which can cause it to fail. If that happens, the rear wheels can lose drive or lock up, raising the risk of a crash.

Fix: The dealer will check the rear axle oil level for free and replace any axle that has too little oil, at no cost to you.

Recall 18V556000 · Aug 2018

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Common questions

What are common 2019 Ram 1500 transmission problems?

Complaints most often name the automatic transmission, software and gear position indication (PRNDL).

At what mileage do 2019 Ram 1500 transmission problems happen?

Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 3,000–44,000 miles. The middle value is about 15,000 miles.

Is there a recall for 2019 Ram 1500 transmission problems?

Yes: 20V080000, 19V324000, 18V556000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Which 1500 year has the most transmission complaints?

The 2015 1500, with 226 complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.