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severe Owners of the 2019 RAM 2500 have filed 8 NHTSA complaints about the brakes at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 2500 | 10 |
| 2016 2500 | 21 |
| 2017 2500 | 344 |
| 2018 2500 | 1,611 |
| 2019 2500 (this page) | 8 |
| 2020 2500 | 7 |
| 2021 2500 | 8 |
All 2 active brakes recalls on this vehicle land at critical or severe — none classified moderate.
The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag, potentially overheating the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C0050-00-Brake System Hydraulic Leak Set After Recent Repair.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗PUMP, Vacuum For DTC Code P258B - ELECTRONIC VACUUM PUMP PERFORMANCE. Due to brake vacuum pumps returned with trouble not found, please follow the proper diagnostics outline in the service library this also includes checking all electrical and vacuum hose connections prior to replacement of the vacuum pump. This will avoid unnecessary repair and potential charge back on the vacuum pump.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗CEL (Check Engine Lamp) Illuminates, Recent PCM Replace or Flash Update Performed, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P057B Brake Pedal Position Sensor Circuit Performance, P1572 Brake Pedal Stuck, C0042-54 Brake Pedal Missing Calibration
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Diesel Fuel Pump Failure and System Contamination Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been set: ? P0087-00 - Fuel Rail Pressure Too Low. ? P008A-00 - Low Pressure Fuel System Pressure - Too Low. ? P0201-00 - Fuel Injector 1 Circuit/Open. ? P0202-00 - Fuel Injector 2 Circuit/Open. ? P0203-00 - Fuel Injector 3 Circuit/Open. ? P0204-00 - Fuel Injector 4 Circuit/Open. ? P0205-00 - Fuel Injector 5 Circuit/Open. ? P0206-00 - Fuel Injector 6 Circuit/Open. The customer may also notice the following: ? Engine will not start. This TSB is being
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗HUB AND BEARING, Brake, Front For issues with front wheel Hub/Bearing growling or humming noise, appearing to leak grease, or with excessive play, please contact FCA Redacted Content before replacing. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. For further diagnosis reference Service Library for Tech Tube video on Wheel Bearing Diagnosis.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
It's a meaningful issue. 8 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
Based on the 8 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 21,338 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover brakes issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.