2019 Ram 2500: Fuel/Propulsion System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 40 owner complaints for the 2019 Ram 2500 that list the fuel/propulsion system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11759671 (filed 08/26/2026): “Transmission slipping…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11709345 (filed 01/07/2026): “Dealer has not responded to written requests to perform federally mandated recall y78 on my 2019 ram 2500 (vin: [xxx] ). i have been told recall work may be declined due to an insurance claim or vehicle history references. no manufacturer directive has been provided. i am requesting nhtsa review of …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11664222 (filed 06/01/2025): “Following completion of the y78 (high-pressure fuel pump) and xq1 (emissions) recall repairs in april 2024, our 2019 ram 2500 immediately began experiencing misfires, fuel system issues, and ongoing performance problems. these symptoms have persisted for over a year and have never been resolved desp…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Varies
Depends on the specific failure; get a diagnosis first. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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