2019 Ram 1500 visibility & wipers problems

Related recalls

• Recall 20V208000Apr 9, 2020425,599 vehicles
  VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 1500, 1500 Classic and Jeep Compass vehicles. The windshield wiper arm or arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to not operate properly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.

  Risk: Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. The recall began April 27, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W25.

• Recall 19V051000Jan 24, 201915 vehicles
  VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

  Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 RAM 1500 vehicles equipped with a 12" touchscreen display and a base-level heating, ventilation and air conditioning ("HVAC") system. Vehicles with this combination do not have a functioning windshield defrosting and defogging system. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 103, "Windshield defrosting and defogging systems."

  Risk: The lack of a functioning windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.

  Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V12.

What owners say

1. Filed Jun 29, 2026TXVisibility & Wipers

   My sun visors on both the driver and passenger side have fallen down numerous times. When they fall they end up dangling in front of my eyes (more so of course the driver's sun visor). In addition it is an instantaneous alarming moment and when in busy traffic and all of a sudden this suddenly happens and I cannot see it becomes dangerous. I have found out talking to my dealer and online that this is a very common problem on the 5th generation Ram 1500 pickups.

   NHTSA complaint #11747216 · source
2. Filed Jun 25, 2026AZVisibility & Wipers

   Driver's side visor fails to stay in place in the ceiling when moving it from front windshield to door window, then after several movements, will fall out of place in the roof into the driver's view without warning obstructing view while driving or startling the driver which could cause an accident. The visor has been replaced once, from the same issue and is now having the same issue again. The visor is available for inspection and still has the issue. The dealer knows…

   NHTSA complaint #11746380 · source
3. Filed Jun 1, 2026NCElectrical SystemVisibility & Wipers

   SEVERE SAFETY HAZARD: CASCADING ELECTRICAL FIRE RISK. My 2019 Ram 1500 suffered a catastrophic electrical failure while driving. The alternator's voltage regulator melted, overcharging the system and causing the battery to boil and vent toxic sulfuric acid fumes into the cabin, creating an immediate respiratory and fire hazard. This is the direct result of Manufacturer Defect XL1/XG1 (Rear Window Leak). I have physical dealer records proving Westgate Ram held this vehicle…

   NHTSA complaint #11741367 · source
4. Filed May 15, 2026NJVisibility & Wipers

   Per Warranty Bulletin D-23-17 from Mopar, I have a 2019 RAM 1500 that has the EXACT issue that MOPAR has outlined where the Power Sliding Rear window - also known as the Backlite - has a cracked frame. My vehicle has been sitting for 3 1/2 weeks at the dealership as the vehicle's rear window is leaking into the vehicle's interior and RAM/Stellanis/Mopar is not providing an update on covering the extended warranty for this manufacturing defect. A supervisor I spoke with on…

   NHTSA complaint #11738109 · source
5. Filed Apr 21, 2026MIElectrical SystemOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers

   Intermittent total electrical communication failure ('No Bus' error) triggered by warm weather. While driving at any speed, the instrument cluster gauges drop to zero and the vehicle loses all control of turn signals, hazards, cruise control, and windshield wipers. This has created several near-miss situations in traffic and rain. The failure also prevents the vehicle from starting. Despite multiple dealership visits and an open Star Case, the manufacturer has failed to…

   NHTSA complaint #11732699 · source
6. Filed Feb 20, 2026INBody & StructureVisibility & Wipers

   Hello! I have had my 2019 RAM 1500 for 5 years now. I have called RamCare many times trying to get my problems resolved and they just keep saying my truck is not under the recalls. Both problems I have are exactly what the recalls are AND my manufacturing date on my truck shows that they SHOULD be covered, but for some reason the recall isnt attached to my truck VIN. 1: Cracked back window sliding frame. It is cracked in the EXACT spots thst show on the recall and my back…

   NHTSA complaint #11719510 · source
7. Filed Feb 19, 2026TXVisibility & Wipers

   Leather comes apart from dash of vehicle obstruction front defrost causing issues for defrosting front windshield. This has been mention to mopar/dodge and since issue is considered not something covered by warranty it has continuously detached from dash. I have called several times regarding the leather detaching from the dash board. Mopar has refused to fix the issue and over time it has only gotten worse.

   NHTSA complaint #11719005 · source
8. Filed Dec 4, 2025100,000 miVAVisibility & Wipers

   The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that she lived in an area with a lot of fog, and after activating the defroster and driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear driver’s side window shattered. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with a possible small fracture that could allow moisture to intrude and shatter the glass. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 23-098-23. The…

   NHTSA complaint #11703033 · source
9. Filed Dec 4, 2025FLVisibility & Wipers

   Sun visor randomly falls. This is a know issue, it has now happened to both of mine. There’s a defect with the mounting bracket that mounts the sun visor to the vehicle.

   NHTSA complaint #11702902 · source
10. Filed Nov 13, 2025140,000 miOHVisibility & Wipers

    The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while occupying the vehicle with the vehicle turned off and in park(P), the rear glass shattered without impact. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

    NHTSA complaint #11699204 · source
11. Filed Nov 11, 2025TNDriver Assistance & Safety TechOther / UnknownVisibility & Wipers

    The power folding mirrors have plastic gears in them that strip out. Once the gears are stripped out the mirrors are loose and can fold in while traveling due to the wind.

    NHTSA complaint #11698852 · source
12. Filed Nov 6, 2025MSBody & StructureVisibility & Wipers

    Rear back glass frame is not sealed and the water is getting in truck doing cold morning the windshield get so much condensation witch would freeze inside the cabin soaking the dash and floor front and rear all coming from the problem of the back glass the frame that surrounds the glass has fracture point , warranty won't cover the repairs needed

    NHTSA complaint #11697808 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology