Ram 3500 · Model year 2019
2019 Ram 3500 specs, maintenance & manuals
Shopping for a used 2019 Ram 3500 or keeping one on the road? Here are the factory spec sheet, the maintenance schedule, fluid capacities and 17 manufacturer publications, straight from the factory sources.
- Horsepower
- 370–410 hp
- Recalls
- 14
- Schedule covers
- 150k miles
- Publications
- 17
What changed for the 2019 Ram 3500
The 2019 Ram 3500 starts a new generation; below is what the data shows has changed from 2018.
- The trim lineup is Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Power Wagon, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn and Limited.
- Powertrain: 6.7-liter I-6 Cummins Turbo Diesel Standard Output, six-speed automatic and 6.7-liter I-6 Cummins Turbo Diesel High Output, six-speed Aisin automatic are now offered.
- Powertrain no longer listed: 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 Bi-fuel CNG/gas / six-speed automatic 383 hp/400 lb.-ft. of torque, 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 gas / six-speed automatic 383 hp/400 lb.-ft. of torque, 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel / six-speed manual 350 hp/660 lb.-ft. of torque and 2 more.
- Body size: overall length is 232 / 238.8 / 249.9 / 260.8 in. (was 230.4 / 237.3 / 248.4 / 259.3 in.).
- Body size: width is 83.4 / 83.5 / 96.5 in. (was 78.9 / 79.1 in.).
Compared automatically from the manufacturer's trim feature charts, specification sheets, towing guides and the EPA's fuel-economy data for 2018 and 2019. Equipment isn't compared line by line against the previous generation. Equipment varies by trim and market; confirm details on a specific vehicle.
2019 Ram 3500 specs & features
Engines, gear ratios, suspension, brakes, dimensions and capacities as published in the manufacturer's 2019 specification sheet.
General information3 specs
- Vehicle type
- Regular Cab, Crew Cab and Mega Cab, 2WD, 4WD
- Assembly plant
- Saltillo Truck Assembly Plant, Coahuila, Mexico
- EPA vehicle class
- Standard Pickup
Body/chassis2 specs
| 2WD | 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | Longitudinal, front engine | Longitudinal, front engine, transfer case |
| Construction | Ladder-type frame, steel cab, Double-wall steel pickup box | Ladder-type frame, steel cab, Double-wall steel pickup box |
Engines42 specs
| 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 | |
| Type and description | 90-degree V-type, liquid-cooled with variable valve-timing (VVT) |
| Displacement | 392 cu. in. (6,417 cu. cm) |
| Bore x stroke | 4.09 X 3.72 (103.9 X 94.6) |
| Valve system | Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 16 valves, eight de-activating and eight hydraulic lifters, all with roller followers |
| Fuel injection | Sequential, multiport, electronic, returnless |
| Construction | Deep-skirt cast-iron block with cross-bolted main bearing caps, 356 aluminum cylinder heads with hemispherical combustion chambers |
| Compression ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Power | 410 hp (306 Kw) @ 5,600 RPM |
| Torque | 429 lb.-ft. (582 N•M) at 4,000 RPM |
| Maximum engine speed | 5,800 RPM limited |
| Fuel requirement | Unleaded regular, 87 octane (R+M)/2 |
| Oil capacity | 7.0 quarts (6.6 liters) |
| Coolant capacity | 16.6 quarts (15.75 liters) |
| Emission control | Three-way catalytic converters, heated oxygen sensors, cooled electronic exhaust-gas recirculation (EGR) and individual cylinder fuel control |
| 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 (2500 Standard Output) | |
| Type and description | Inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled |
| Displacement | 408 cu. in. (6,690 cu. cm) |
| Bore x stroke | 4.21 X 4.88 (107 X 124) |
| Valve system | Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 24 valves, hydraulic lifters |
| Fuel injection | Electronic high-pressure common rail |
| Construction | Compacted graphite iron (CGI) block cast-iron head |
| Compression ratio | 19.0:1 |
| Power | 370 hp (276 Kw) @ 2,800 RPM (68RFE automatic transmission) |
| Torque | 850 lb.-ft. (1,084 N•M) @ 1,700 RPM |
| Maximum high-idle engine speed | 3,200 RPM |
| Fuel requirement | Ultra-low sulfur diesel |
| Oil capacity | 12.0 quarts (11.3 liters) with filter |
| Coolant capacity | 23.8 quarts (22.50 liters) |
| Emission controls | Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) |
| 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel I-6 (3500 High Output) | |
| Type and description | Inline, liquid-cooled, turbocharged, intercooled |
| Displacement | 408 cu. in. (6,690 cu. cm) |
| Bore x stroke | 4.21 X 4.88 (107 X 124) |
| Valve system | Pushrod-operated overhead valves, 24 valves, hydraulic lifters |
| Fuel injection | Electronic high-pressure common rail |
| Construction | Compacted graphite iron (CGI) block cast-iron head |
| Compression ratio | 16.2:1 |
| Power | 400 hp (276 Kw) @ 2,800 RPM (Aisin Automatic Transmission) |
| Torque | 1000 lb.-ft. (1,084 N•M) @ 1,800 RPM |
| Maximum high-idle engine speed | 3,200 RPM |
| Fuel requirement | Ultra-low sulfur diesel |
| Oil capacity | 12.0 quarts (11.3 liters) with filter |
| Coolant capacity | 23.8 quarts (22.50 liters) |
| Emission controls | Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) |
Transmissions32 specs
| Aisin AS69RC — automatic six-speed (3500 High Output) | |
| Availability | 6.7-liter diesel high output |
| Description | Three planetary gear sets, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch |
| Axle ratios | 3.73 (SRW and DRW), 4.10 (DRW only) |
| ZF 8HP75 — automatic eight-speed | |
| Availability | 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 |
| Description | Adaptive electronic control, automatic or Electronic Range Select (ERS) manual control. Five clutch-pack design with only two open clutches in any gear. Torque converter lock with turbine torsional damper for low lock-up speeds in 1st through 8th gear |
| Axle gear ratios | 3.73, 4.10 |
| 68RFE — automatic six-speed | |
| Availability | 6.7-liter diesel (standard output 2500 and 3500) |
| Description | Three planetary gear-sets, one overrunning clutch, full electronic control, electronically controlled converter clutch |
| Axle ratios | 3.73 (SRW and DRW), 4.10 (DRW) |
| Gear ratios | Aisin AS69RC — automatic six-speed (3500 High Output) | ZF 8HP75 — automatic eight-speed | 68RFE — automatic six-speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3.75 | 4.71 | 3.23 |
| 2nd | 2.0 | 3.14 | 1.84 |
| 3rd | 1.34 | 2.10 | 1.41 |
| 4th | 1.0 | 1.67 | 1.0 |
| 5th | 0.77 | 1.29 | 0.82 |
| 6th | 0.63 | 1.00 | 0.63 |
| 7th | — | 0.84 | — |
| 8th | — | 0.67 | — |
| Reverse | 3.54 | 3.30 | 4.44 |
— not listed or not applicable
Transfer case5 specs
| BW 44-46, BW 44-47 | BW 44-48 | |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | Optional on 6.7-liter diesel and 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 | 6.7-liter diesel high output |
| Type | Part-Time – BW 44-47 manual shift and BW 44-46 electric shift | 44-48 part-time with electric shift, 44-49 part-time manual shift |
| Operating modes | 2WD; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low | 2WD; 4WD High; Neutral; 4WD Low |
| Low-range ratio | 2.64 | 2.64 |
| Center differential | None | None |
Axles3 specs
- Front (4x4)
- AAM 9.25-in. beam front axle with center disconnect (locking differentials on Power Wagon)
- Rear
- AAM 11.5-in. beam rear axle (2500 and 3500 limited-slip, locking differentials on Power Wagon)
- Rear (3500 Max Tow)
- AAM 12.0-in. beam rear axle
The sheet prints the 12.0-in. axle as a second line under Rear; it is listed here as its own row.
Electrical system6 specs
- Alternator rating
- 180-amp included with 6.4-liter HEMI V-8 and 6.7-liter diesel
- Alternator rating
- 220-amp included with 6.7-liter Laramie, Longhorn and Limited
- Alternator rating
- Dual (220 and 160) optional on 6.4-liter HEMI V-8
- Alternator rating
- Dual 220-amp optional on 6.7-liter diesel
- Battery description
- Group 65, maintenance-free, 730 CCA on 6.4-liter HEMI V-8
- Battery description
- Dual Group 65, maintenance-free, 730 CCA on 6.7-liter diesel
Suspension 25002 specs
| 2WD | 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Front | Three-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle | Three-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle, disconnecting sway bar (Power Wagon only) |
| Rear | Five-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle | Five-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle (optional air bags) |
Suspension 35002 specs
| 2WD | 4WD | |
|---|---|---|
| Front | Three-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle | Three-link with track bar, coil springs, stabilizer bar, solid axle |
| Rear | Two-stage longitudinal leaf (optional supplemental air bags) solid axle | Two-stage longitudinal leaf (optional supplemental air bags) solid axle |
Brakes4 specs
- Front – size and type
- 14.17 X 1.54 (359.9 X 39.1) disc with twin-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS
- Rear – size and type
- 14.09 X 1.34 (357.9 X 34.0) disc with twin-piston pin-slider caliper and ABS
- Power-assist type
- Dual-rate, Tandem Diaphragm Vacuum (2500 Gas)
- Power-assist type
- Hydro-boost (2500 diesel and all 3500)
Air bags3 specs
- Regular Cab
- 6
- Crew Cab
- 6
- Mega Cab
- 6
Steering1 spec
- Power-assist
- Hydraulic Assist
Cargo boxnominal box sizeCargo box: nominal box size6 specs
| 6-ft. 4-in. (Crew or Mega) | 8-ft. (Regular or Crew) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAE volume, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 57.5 (1.6) | 74.7 (2.1) |
| Length at floor, tailgate closed | 76.3 (1,938.5) | 98.3 (2,496.5) |
| Cargo width | 66.4 (1,686.9) | 66.4 (1,686.9) |
| Distance between wheelhouses | 51 (1,295.4) | 51 (1,295.4) |
| Depth | 20.1 (511.1) | 20.2 (513.0) |
| Tailgate opening width | 60.4 (1,535.3) | 60.4 (1,535.3) |
Dimensions130 specs
| 4x2 | 4x4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Cab 140.5-in. WB, 8-ft. box (2500) | ||
| Wheelbase | 140 (3,560) | 140.2 (3,560) |
| Track width – front | 68.7 (1,745) | 68.7 (1,745) |
| Track width – rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall length | 232 (5,892) | 232 (5,892) |
| Overall width @ SgRp front | 83.5 (2,120) | 83.5 (2,120) |
| Overall height | 78 (1,981) | 80.2 (2,037) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 7.3 (184) | 9.3 (237) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 8.4 (212) | 8.5 (217) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 18.8 | 22.8 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 20.8 | 23.9 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 22.9 | 29.9 |
| Ground clearance | 13 (332) | 13.1 (333) |
| Turning diameter | 13.8 (45.4) | 13.8 (45.4) |
| Crew Cab 149.5-in. WB, 6-ft. 4-in. box (2500) | ||
| Wheelbase | 149 (3,785) | 149 (3,785) |
| Track width – front | 68.7 (1,745) | 68.7 (1,745) |
| Track width – rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall length | 238.8 (6,066) | 238.8 (6,067) |
| Overall width @ SgRp front | 83.5 (2,120) | 83.5 (2,120) |
| Overall height | 78.2 (1,987) | 80.2 (2,037) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 7.4 (188) | 9.3 (236) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 8.5 (216) | 8.5 (217) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 18.8 | 22.9 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 20.3 | 23.9 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 23.6 | 25.8 |
| Ground clearance | 11.1 (281) | 13.1 (333) |
| Turning diameter | 14.6 (47.9) | 14.6 (47.9) |
| Crew Cab 169.5-in. WB, 8-ft. box (2500) | ||
| Wheelbase | 169 (4,293) | 169 (4,293) |
| Track width – front | 68.7 (1,734.8) | 68.7 (1,745) |
| Track width – rear | 68.1 (1,729) | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall length | 260.8 (6,626) | 260.8 (6,626) |
| Overall width @ SgRp front | 83.5 (2,120) | 83.5 (2,120) |
| Overall height | 78.1 (1,983) | 80.1 (2,035) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 7.3 (185) | 9.4 (237) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 9.9 (253) | 8.6 (218) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 18.7 | 23.2 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 19.1 | 22.7 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 22.5 | 24.7 |
| Ground clearance | 11.1 (282) | 13.1 (334) |
| Turning diameter | 16.3 (53.5) | 16.3 (53.5) |
| Power Wagon Crew Cab 149.3-in. WB, 6-ft. 4-in. box | ||
| Wheelbase | — | 149.3 (3,792) |
| Track width – front | — | 68.7 (1,745) |
| Track width – rear | — | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall length | — | 238.8 (6,067) |
| Overall width @ SgRp front | — | 83.4 (2,119) |
| Overall height | — | 80.9 (2,054) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | — | 8.3 (210) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | — | 8.3 (210) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | — | 29.4 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | — | 22 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | — | 26 |
| Ground clearance | — | 14.2 (360) |
| Turning diameter | — | 14.7 (48.2) |
| Mega Cab 160.5-in. WB, 6-ft. 4-in. box (2500) | ||
| Wheelbase | — | 160.4 (4,074) |
| Track width – front | — | 68.7 (1,745) |
| Track width – rear | — | 68.1 (1,729) |
| Overall length | — | 249.9 (6,348) |
| Overall width @ SgRp front | — | 83.5 (2,120) |
| Overall height | — | 80.1 (2,036) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | — | 9.4 (238) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | — | 8.5 (217) |
| Approach angle (degrees) | — | 23.3 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | — | 23.2 |
| Departure angle (degrees) | — | 25.7 |
| Ground clearance | — | 13.1 (334) |
| Turning diameter | — | 15.6 (51.2) |
| Regular Cab 140.5-in. WB, 8-ft. box (3500) | ||
| Wheelbase | 140.2 (3,560) | 140.2 (3,560) |
| Track width – front | 67.7 (1,719) | 67.7 (1,719) |
| Track width – front (DRW) | 69.6 (1,769) DRW | 69.6 (1,769) DRW |
| Track width – rear | 67.1 (1,703) | 67.1 (1,703) |
| Track width – rear (DRW) | 75.9 (1,927) DRW | 75.9 (1,927) DRW |
| Overall length | 232 (5,892) | 232 (5,892) |
| Overall width @ SgRp front | 83.5 (2,120) | 83.5 (2,120) |
| Overall width @ SgRp front (DRW) | 96.5 (2,450) DRW | 96.5 (2,450) DRW |
| Overall height | 77.8 (1,976) | 79.5 (2,019) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 7.4 (188) | 9.3 (237) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front (DRW) | 6.6 (168) DRW | 8.5 (216)DRW |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 7.9 (209) | 8.5 (217) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear (DRW) | 8.2 (208) DRW | 8.4 (213) DRW |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 18.2 | 23.2 |
| Approach angle (degrees) (DRW) | 16.6 DRW | 20.6 DRW |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 21.8 | 25.2 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) (DRW) | 19.7 DRW | 23.2 DRW |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 25.4 | 25.2 |
| Departure angle (degrees) (DRW) | 23.6 DRW | 24.4 DRW |
| Ground clearance | 11.2 (286) | 13.3 (338) |
| Ground clearance (DRW) | 10.6 (269) DRW | 12.4 (314) DRW |
| Turning diameter | 13.8 (45.4) | 13.9 (45.5) |
| Crew Cab 169.5-in. WB, 8-ft. box (3500) | ||
| Wheelbase | 169.1 (4,294) | 169 (4,300) |
| Track width – front | 67.7 (1,719) | 67.7 (1,719) |
| Track width – front (DRW) | 69.6 (1,769) DRW | 69.6 (1,769) DRW |
| Track width – rear | 67.1 (1,703) | 67.1 (1,703) |
| Track width – rear (DRW) | 75.9 (1,927) DRW | 75.9 (1,927) DRW |
| Overall length | 260.8 (6,626) | 260.8 (6,626) |
| Overall width @ SgRp front | 83.5 (2,120) | 83.5 (2,120) |
| Overall width @ SgRp front (DRW) | 96.5 (2,450) DRW | 96.5 (2,450) DRW |
| Overall height | 78.4 (1,990) | 78.4 (1,990) |
| Overall height (DRW) | 77.1 (1,959) DRW | 79.3 (2,015) DRW |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | 7.3 (186) | 7.3 (186) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front (DRW) | 6.4 (162) DRW | 8.4 (214) DRW |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | 9.0 (228) | 9.0 (228) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear (DRW) | 6.4 (162) DRW | 9.3 (236) DRW |
| Approach angle (degrees) | 18.3 | 23.3 |
| Approach angle (degrees) (DRW) | 16.9 DRW | 20.6 DRW |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | 19.5 | 22.4 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) (DRW) | 17.3 DRW | 21.3 DRW |
| Departure angle (degrees) | 24.2 | 23.5 |
| Departure angle (degrees) (DRW) | 21.2 DRW | 24.2 DRW |
| Ground clearance | 11.2 (285) | 11.5 (290) |
| Ground clearance (DRW) | 10.2 (260) DRW | 12.3 (312) DRW |
| Turning diameter | 16.3 (53.6) | 16.4 (53.7) |
| Mega Cab 160.5-in. WB, 6-ft. 4-in. box (3500) | ||
| Wheelbase | — | 160.4 (4,074) |
| Track width – front | — | 67.7 (1,719) |
| Track width – front (DRW) | — | 69.6 (1,769) DRW |
| Track width – rear | — | 67.1 (1,704) |
| Track width – rear (DRW) | — | 75.9 (1,927) DRW |
| Overall length | — | 249.9 (6,348) |
| Overall width @ SgRp front | — | 83.5 (1,994) |
| Overall width @ SgRp front (DRW) | — | 96.5 (2,450) DRW |
| Overall height | — | 78.5 (2,036) |
| Overall height (DRW) | — | 78.9 (2,004) DRW |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front | — | 7.3 (187) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – front (DRW) | — | 8.4 (214) DRW |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear | — | 8.3 (210) |
| Suspension or axle to ground – rear (DRW) | — | 6.8 (174) DRW |
| Approach angle (degrees) | — | 18.5 |
| Approach angle (degrees) (DRW) | — | 21.7 DRW |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) | — | 20.3 |
| Ramp breakover angle (degrees) (DRW) | — | 21.5 DRW |
| Departure angle (degrees) | — | 25.7 |
| Departure angle (degrees) (DRW) | — | 23.1 DRW |
Rows marked (DRW) are the dual-rear-wheel figures printed in a second sub-row under the single-rear-wheel figure. The sheet's Mega Cab 3500 table prints only a 4x4 heading; the 4x2 column is shown as a dash, as in the 2500 Mega Cab table. Ground clearance and turning diameter are not printed for this body.— not listed or not applicable
Accommodations11 specs
| Regular Cab | Crew Cab | Mega Cab | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seating capacity, F/R | 3/0 or 2/0 | 3/3 or 2/3 | 3/3 or 2/3 |
| Front headroom | 39.8 (1,011) | 40.9 (1,038) | 40.9 (1,038) |
| Front legroom | 40.9 (1,040) | 40.9 (1,040) | 40.9 (1,040) |
| Front shoulder room | 65.9 (1,675) | 65.9 (1,675) | 65.9 (1,675) |
| Front hip room | 62.9 (1,598) | 62.9 (1,598) | 62.9 (1,598) |
| Rear headroom | — | 39.8 (1,010) | 40.3 (1,023) |
| Rear legroom | — | 40.2 (1,022) | 43.1 (1,096) |
| Rear shoulder room | — | 65.6 (1,666) | 65.6 (1,667) |
| Rear hip room | — | 62.7 (1,593) | 62.8 (1,595) |
| Interior volume – front, cu. ft. (cu. m) | 62.5 (1.8) | 63.9 (1.8) | 63.9 (1.8) |
| Interior volume – rear, cu. ft. (cu. m) | — | 60.7 (1.7) | 66 (1.9) |
— not listed or not applicable
Source: 2019 Ram Heavy Duty Specifications (Stellantis media site).
Which equipment is standard, optional or part of a package on each trim, from the manufacturer's 2019 feature availability guide.
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| Feature | Tradesman | Big Horn/Lone Star | Power Wagon | Laramie | Laramie Longhorn | Limited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration | ||||||
| Body ModelRegular Cab 8-ft. box — 169.1-in. wheelbase | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Crew Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box — 149.1-in. wheelbase | Opt | Opt | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Crew Cab 8-ft. box — 169.1-in. wheelbase | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Mega Cab 6-ft. 4-in. box — 160.2-in. wheelbase | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Drive4x2 | Std | Std | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| 4x4 | Opt | Opt | Std | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Powertrain | ||||||
| 6.4‑liter V‑8 HEMI eight-speed automatic transmission | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Engine / Transmission6.7‑liter I‑6 Cummins Turbo Diesel Standard Output, six-speed automatic transmission (2500/3500) | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 6.7‑liter I‑6 Cummins Turbo Diesel High Output, six-speed Aisin automatic transmission (3500) | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Mechanical | ||||||
| Rear Axle3.73 axle ratio | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| 4.10 axle ratio | Opt | Opt | Std | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Electronic-locking front and rear differentials | Pkg | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Anti-spin differential (E-Locker and Anti-spin are mutually exclusive) | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| SuspensionRear air suspension system | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Transfer CaseManual Part‑Time | Std | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Electronic On‑Demand | Opt | Std | N/A | Std | Std | Std |
| Interior | ||||||
| SunroofSingle-pane, power-operated (Crew Cab/Mega Cab) | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Uconnect Multimedia | ||||||
| RadiosUconnect 5.0 AM/FM/Bluetooth | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio | N/A | Pkg | Std | Std | N/A | N/A |
| Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio/NAV/HD/CELL | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt/Pkg | Std | Opt |
| Uconnect 12-in. radio | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt | Pkg | Std |
| Sound SystemBase six-speaker (four-speaker Regular Cab) | Std | Std | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Premium 10-speaker (seven-speaker Regular Cab) | N/A | Opt | Opt/Pkg | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium Plus 17-speaker | N/A | N/A | Opt | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Safety and Security | ||||||
| ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines, center lines and zoom | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Surround View Camera (Included in Tow Tech Group) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| CameraCargo View Camera (Included in Tow Tech and Max Tow Groups) | Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg |
| Aux remote camera (MOPAR Camera available at dealer) | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
| Active FeaturesBlind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path (Included in Safety Group) | Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Opt/Pkg | Std |
| Forward Collision Mitigation (Automatic Emergency Braking) (Included in Advanced Safety Group) | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg | Pkg |
| Parking SensorsParkSense front and rear Park Assist System with Rear ParkSense (requires fog lamps when offered as LPO) | N/A | Opt/Pkg | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Front Park Sensors | Opt | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Trailer Brake ControllerIntegrated controller (included in Max Tow Package) | Opt/Pkg | Std | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Appearance Packages | ||||||
Body-color Bumper Groupfront/rear bumper painted body color | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | Opt |
Chrome Appearance Group (Tradesman)chrome front/rear bumper; upper header/lower applique in chrome; Tradesman grille with chrome nostrils; steel chrome-clad wheels 18-in. x 8-in. (single rear wheel); steel wheel with chrome clad 17-in. x 6-in. (dual rear wheel) | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Chrome Appearance Group (Laramie)chrome side steps, flat, wheel-to-wheel; chrome belt molding; chrome tow hooks | N/A | N/A | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Night Appearance Packageall Sport Appearance content; black 20-in. wheels (not available with dual rear wheel); LT285/60R20E OWL Firestone Transforce on/off-road tires; black mirrors (Laramie only); black headlamp bezel (base lamp on Big Horn/Lone Star, mid lamp on Laramie); black tail lamp bezel (base lamp on Big Horn/Lone Star, LED lamp on Laramie); black grille with gloss black nostrils/gloss black billets; black Ram door badge; black Big Horn/Lone Star/Laramie badge; black Ram Head badge on tailgate; black front R-A-M badge; black 2500/3500 hood badges; black 6.4-liter HEMI badge (6.4-liter only); black Cummins Diesel badge (6.7-liter only) | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Sport Appearance Packagemonotone paint; body color door handles, front/rear bumper; upper header/lower applique painted body color; interior black with black headliner; ParkSense front and rear Park Assist System (Big Horn/Lone Star only, standard on Laramie); 17-in. x 6-in. polished aluminum wheels (Big Horn/Lone Star dual rear wheel only) | N/A | Opt | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A |
| Functional Packages | ||||||
Bed Utility Groupdeployable bed step; bed lighting; spray-in bed liner | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | N/A | N/A |
Box Delete (Regular Cab or Crew Cab)not available with Mega Cab or Power Wagon Package | Opt | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Cold Weather Groupblock heater; winter front grille cover | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Comfort Groupheated front seats and heated leather-wrapped steering wheel | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Dual Rear Wheel Group (3500 only)rear wheelhouse liners; cab-mounted clearance LED lamps, box and rear fender-mounted | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Fifth-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Groupbed mounted seven-pin connector; mounting holes for fifth-wheel hitch and gooseneck ball; mounting hole covers | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Max Tow Package (3500 only)Aisin transmission; 4.10:1 rear axle, dual rear wheels; 30K 5th wheel hitch; auto-leveling rear air suspension; 5th-Wheel/Gooseneck Prep Group; Cargo View Camera (not available on Tradesman); trailer brake controller; daytime running lamps; DOT Safety Kit | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Off-Road Group (4x4 2500 only)front/rear Bilstein shocks; transfer case skid plate; tow hooks; hill-descent control; all-terrain tires; off-road decal | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Power Wagon Equipment Group (4x4 2500 only)Articulink suspension; front/rear Bilstein shocks (Power Wagon tuned); hill-descent control; Tru-Lok front and rear axles; 4.10 axle ratio; tow hooks; fuel tank skid plate; transfer case skid plate; front electric 12,000-lb. winch; black wheel flares, Power Wagon design; fog lamps; bright chrome front and rear bumper; front disconnecting stabilizer bar; 17-in. x 8.0-in. cast aluminum Power Wagon wheel; LT285/70R17D OWL Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac all-terrain tires; rear wheel well liners | Opt | N/A | Std | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Premium Lighting GroupBi-LED projector headlamps with signature lighting; LED tail lamps and fog lamps with signature lighting | N/A | Opt | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Protection Group (4x4 only)tow hooks (2500, 3500 Tradesman Regular Cab); transfer case skid plate | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
RamBox Utility Groupstowable bed divider and upper rail system | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Safety GroupAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop; Forward Collision Mitigation with Automatic Emergency Braking; Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path detection; LED headlamps and tail lamps, LED fog lamps; rain sensitive wipers; Smart Beam | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Snow Chief Group220-amp alternator; anti-spin rear differential; auxiliary switches, I/P mounted; LED clearance lamps; LT275/70R18E OWL on/off road tires (with 18-in. wheels); transfer case skid plate | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Snow Plow Prep Group220-amp alternator; transfer case skid plate | Opt | Opt | N/A | Opt | Opt | Opt |
Tow Technology GroupSurround View Camera; Cargo View Camera with dynamic grid lines; trailer reverse guidance; trailer-tow mirror with trailer spot lamp; Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path detection | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt | Opt |
- Covers both Ram 2500 and 3500; labels marked 2500 or 3500 apply to that model only.
- A dash in the guide is recorded as NA.
- Package rows list their contents after the dash, taken from the content lines under each package.
What each trim adds
Equipment that becomes standard at each step up, compared with the next trim down in price. Packages and options aren't counted.
Big Horn/Lone Starover Tradesman+1 standard
- Integrated controller (included in Max Tow Package)
Power Wagonover Big Horn/Lone Star+2 standard
- Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio
- ParkSense front and rear Park Assist System with Rear ParkSense (requires fog lamps when offered as LPO)
Laramieover Power Wagon+1 standard
- Premium 10-speaker (seven-speaker Regular Cab)
Laramie Longhornover Laramie+1 standard
- Uconnect 8.4 AM/FM/Bluetooth/SiriusXM Radio/NAV/HD/CELL
Limitedover Laramie Longhorn+2 standard
- Radios: Uconnect 12-in. radio
- Blind-spot Monitoring with Rear Cross Path (Included in Safety Group)
Standard on every trim (2)
- 6.4-liter V-8 HEMI eight-speed automatic transmission
- ParkView rear backup camera with dynamic gridlines, center lines and zoom
Source: 2019 Ram Heavy Duty Feature Availability, Stellantis North America. Equipment can change during the model year and some items arrive late; confirm on the window sticker.
No EPA fuel-economy rating. Heavy-duty pickups, chassis cabs and full-size vans above 8,500 lb gross vehicle weight are exempt from EPA labeling, so there is no official MPG figure for the 3500.
2019 Ram 3500 wheels & tires
The spec sheet doesn't list tire sizes for this model year; here is what the owner's manual says.
- Cold tire pressure
- Not a single number: the owner's manual refers to the tire and loading placard, which lists the pressures for your exact tire size and load.
- Spare
- Manual covers a non-matching full-size spare, a compact spare, or a tire service kit with no spare, depending on equipment; the non-matching spares have no pressure sensor.
- Lug nut torque
- 130 ft-lb (176 N·m) (Cone type), M14 x 1.50 thread, 22 mm socket
- Pressure monitor
- A tire pressure monitoring system warns when a tire is low.
Sizes and pressures vary by trim, wheel package and load: check the placard on your vehicle and the tire sidewall. Sizes from the manufacturer's specification sheet (2019 Ram Heavy Duty Specifications). Pressure and spare notes from the owner's manual.
2019 Ram 3500 maintenance schedule
The factory schedule for normal driving. Oil changes follow the oil-change indicator on most models; severe use (towing, dusty roads, lots of idling) shortens some intervals.
A dot means the service is due at that mileage or after that many years, whichever comes first.
Additional Inspections
- Inspect the CV/Universal joints
- Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary
- Inspect the front and rear axle surfacesIf gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. If using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid.
- Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary
- Adjust parking brake as necessary
Additional Maintenance
- Replace cabin air filter
| Service | 20k2 yr | 30k3 yr | 40k4 yr | 50k5 yr | 60k6 yr | 70k7 yr | 80k8 yr | 90k9 yr | 100k10 yr | 110k11 yr | 120k12 yr | 130k13 yr | 140k14 yr | 150k15 yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Inspections | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the CV/Universal joints | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the front and rear axle surfacesIf gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. If using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid. | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Adjust parking brake as necessary | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect transfer case fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Additional Maintenance | ||||||||||||||
| Replace cabin air filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace engine air filter | ||||||||||||||
| Replace spark plugsThe spark plug change interval is mileage based only, yearly intervals do not apply. | ||||||||||||||
| Flush and replace the engine coolant at 10 years or 150,000 miles (240,000 km) whichever comes first | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect the transfer case fluid, change for any of the following: police, taxi, fleet, or frequent trailer towing | ||||||||||||||
| Change the transfer case fluid | ||||||||||||||
| Inspect and replace PCV valve if necessary | ||||||||||||||
At every oil change
- Change oil and filter
- Rotate the tires. Rotate at the first sign of irregular wear, even if it occurs before the oil indicator system turns on
- Inspect battery and clean and tighten terminals as required
- Inspect the CV/Universal joints
- Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, hoses and parking brake
- Inspect engine cooling system protection and hoses
- Inspect exhaust system
- Inspect engine air cleaner if using in dusty or off-road conditions. If required, replace air cleaner filter
- Inspect and replace the Evaporative System Fresh Air Filter as necessary, replacement may be more frequent if vehicle is operated in extreme dusty conditions
2019 Ram 3500 fluids & capacities
Oil, coolant, transmission and axle fluids with their capacities and specifications, wheel torque and fuel requirements, from the owner's manual.
Fluid capacities
| System | Applies to | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel tank (approximate) | 2500/3500 shortbed models | 31 gal117 L |
| 2500/3500 longbed models | 32 gal121 L | |
| Engine oil with filter | 6.4L engine | 7 qt6.6 L |
| Cooling system | 6.4L engine | 16.6 qt15.7 L |
Engine fluids
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Engine coolant | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula, OAT (Organic Additive Technology)MS.90032 | Mopar Antifreeze/Coolant 10 Year/150,000 Mile Formula |
| Engine oil6.4L engine | SAE 0W-40 full synthetic, API SNMS-12633 | Pennzoil Ultra 0W-40 or equivalent Mopar engine oil |
| Engine oil filter | Mopar brand engine oil filter | Mopar Engine Oil Filter |
| Spark plugs | Mopar spark plugs | Mopar Spark Plugs |
Chassis fluids & lubricants
| Component | Fluid / grade | Mopar product |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmissionEight-speed automatic | ZF 8&9 speed ATF or equivalent | Mopar ZF 8&9 Speed ATF |
| Transfer case | Transfer case lubricant for Borg Warner 44-44 and 44-45 | Mopar Transfer Case Lubricant for Borg Warner 44-44 and 44-45 |
| Front and rear axle9.25 front and 11.5 rear axles | SAE 75W-85 HD GL-5 synthetic axle lubricant; limited-slip additive required for limited-slip axles | Ram SAE 75W-85 HD GL-5 Synthetic Axle Lubricant |
| Front and rear axle12.0 rear axle | SAE 75W-140 synthetic gear lubricant; limited-slip additive required for limited-slip axlesMS-8985 | Mopar Synthetic Gear Lubricant SAE 75W-140 |
| Brake master cylinder | DOT 3 brake fluid | Mopar DOT 3 |
| Power steering reservoir | Power steering fluid +4 or ATF+4 automatic transmission fluid | Mopar Power Steering Fluid +4 or Mopar ATF+4 |
Fuel
| Engine | Minimum | Ethanol / biodiesel |
|---|---|---|
| 6.4L gasoline engine | 87 octane Regular unleaded (89 recommended for best performance and fuel economy) | Up to 15% (E15) |
Wheel lug nut torque
| Wheels | Torque |
|---|---|
| Cone typeThread M14 x 1.5022 mm socket | 130 ft‑lb (176 N·m) |
| Flanged type | 129 ft‑lb (175 N·m) |
- Fuel tank capacity is listed for 2500/3500 models: 31 gal on shortbed, 32 gal on longbed.
- The 6.4L engine oil capacity is the figure with filter.
- Axle lubricant depends on axle: 75W-85 for 9.25 front and 11.5 rear, 75W-140 for the 12.0 rear.
Source: Owner's manual on Mopar.com. Always confirm with the manual for your exact vehicle.
2019 Ram 3500 recalls & safety
What the U.S. government's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has on file for the 2019 Ram 3500: 14 recall campaigns and 138 owner complaints. Fetched November 8, 2026.
NHTSA hasn't published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2019 Ram 3500.
Recalls (14)
Newest first. A campaign covers certain vehicles of this model year, not necessarily every one. To see which apply to a specific vehicle, and whether the fix has been done, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer; repairs are free of charge.
Air bags: side/window: curtain: inflatorDecember 1, 2025 · Campaign 25V824000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 1500 Classic, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are C2C, C7C, and C8C.
Campaign 25V824000 on NHTSA.govAir bags: side/window: curtain: inflatorJanuary 16, 2025 · Campaign 25V010000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ram 3500, Ram 1500, 2016-2020 Ram 2500, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.
Risk: An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Fix: Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 05C, 09C, and 10C.
Campaign 25V010000 on NHTSA.govStructure: body: tailgate: hinge and attachmentsDecember 8, 2022 · Campaign 22V904000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate may not latch properly due to misaligned tailgate strikers, which could result in the tailgate opening while driving.
Risk: An unintended tailgate opening while driving may result in a loss of unsecured cargo, possibly creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the tailgate striker alignment to the box latch and adjust, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 22, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is ZB8.
Campaign 22V904000 on NHTSA.govService brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/moduleMarch 10, 2022 · Campaign 22V140000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z20.
Campaign 22V140000 on NHTSA.govVisibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkagesJanuary 27, 2022 · Campaign 22V035000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 vehicles, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, 5500 Cab Chassis and 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs. The windshield wiper arms may loosen, possibly causing the wipers to function improperly and reduce the driver's visibility in certain weather conditions.
Risk: Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the wiper nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2022. This recall is an expansion of recall number 20V-208. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z08.
Campaign 22V035000 on NHTSA.govFuel system, diesel: delivery: fuel pumpNovember 12, 2021 · Campaign 21V880000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500, 3500 pickup trucks, and Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines. The High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) may fail, resulting in a sudden engine stall without warning.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the HPFP, update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, and inspect and replace additional fuel system components as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters to inform owners of the safety recall were mailed on January 4, 2022.
Campaign 21V880000 on NHTSA.govShow 8 older recallsHide older recalls
Engine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubricationJune 10, 2021 · Campaign 21V439000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles equipped with a Cummins 6.7L High Output engine. The engine calibration software may not warn about low oil volume.
Risk: Low oil can damage the engine, causing an oil leak or a punctured engine block, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will update the engine calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US LLC's number for this recall is Y21.
Campaign 21V439000 on NHTSA.govWheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studsMay 27, 2021 · Campaign 21V398000
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.
Risk: Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021.
Campaign 21V398000 on NHTSA.govBack over prevention: sensing system: cameraSeptember 10, 2020 · Campaign 20V191000Over-the-air fixOver-the-air fix
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2020 Jeep Gladiator and Jeep Cherokee, 2019-2020 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Durango, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Wrangler, and Jeep Renegade and 2019 Dodge Challenger vehicles equipped with 8.4" or 12" radio displays. A software error can cause the rearview camera image to remain displayed after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse.
Risk: The lingering rearview image can distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will update the radio display software, free of charge. Optionally, owners can choose to remotely update their software via an Over-The-Air (OTA) update available as of May 1, 2020. The recall began April 27, 2020.
Campaign 20V191000 on NHTSA.govEngine and engine cooling: engine: oil/lubricationAugust 27, 2020 · Campaign 20V511000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis built with a Cummins 6.7L High Output engine. Inadequate warmup protection can cause a lack of oil film on the engine connecting rod bearings while the engine is reaching operating temperature. This can result in engine damage and connecting rod failure, which could potentially puncture the engine block.
Risk: A damaged engine block may leak oil, which can contact hot engine or exhaust components, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will flash the engine calibration software to enhance the engine warm up protection, free of charge. The recall began September 10, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W57.
Campaign 20V511000 on NHTSA.govStructureApril 9, 2020 · Campaign 20V207000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and Ram 3500 Pick-up trucks equipped with an accessory bed step. In certain side loading conditions, the bed step may unexpectedly fail while in use.
Risk: A bed step that unexpectedly fails while in use increases the risk of injury to the user.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bed step support brace, free of charge. The recall began on July 9, 2020 (RAM 2500) and began on October 6, 2020 (Ram 3500). Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are W24 and W44.
Campaign 20V207000 on NHTSA.govPower train: automatic transmissionJanuary 24, 2020 · Campaign 20V043000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ram 2500 and 3500 Pickup vehicles equipped with six-speed automatic (68RFE) transmissions. A build up of pressure and heat inside the transmission may result in a transmission fluid leak from the dipstick tube.
Risk: The leaking transmission fluid may contact the turbocharger or another ignition source within the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transmission valve body separator plate and reprogram the powertrain control module. The recall began March 2, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is W03.
Campaign 20V043000 on NHTSA.govService brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: caliperAugust 29, 2019 · Campaign 19V635000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 2500, 3500 and 3500 Cab Chassis trucks. The brake calipers may have been manufactured with an incorrect assembly fluid, which can cause the caliper's rubber seals to swell.
Risk: The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag, potentially overheating the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake calipers and brake hoses and bleed the brakes, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US' number for this recall is V98.
Campaign 19V635000 on NHTSA.govFuel system, dieselJune 27, 2019 · Campaign 19V498000
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2019 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks, and 3500, 4500, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles equipped with diesel engines. The fuel lines may leak fuel into the engine compartment.
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel lines, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began July 18, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V76.
Campaign 19V498000 on NHTSA.govOwner complaints by component
- Complaints
- 138
- Crashes
- 12
- Fires
- 5
- Injuries
- 9
- Fuel system28
- Diesel27
- Engine22
- Fuel/propulsion system22
- Electrical system21
- Power train18
- Tires11
- Service brakes8
Complaints are reports owners filed with NHTSA; they are not verified and a complaint can name more than one component. A high count reflects how many were sold as much as how often something fails.
Source: NHTSA public data (recalls, complaints and the New Car Assessment Program), covering Ram 3500. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.
2019 Ram 3500 owner's manuals & publications
The manufacturer's owner's manual, quick guides, radio manuals, supplements and warranty booklets for the 2019 model year.
Owner's manuals
Uconnect & radio
Supplements
Warranty
- 2500/3500 Gas WarrantyWarranty booklet (PDF)
- 2500/3500 Gas California Emission WarrantyCalifornia emissions warranty (PDF)
- 2500/3500 Diesel WarrantyWarranty booklet (PDF)
- 2500/3500 Diesel California Emission WarrantyCalifornia emissions warranty (PDF)
- California Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty ActWarranty booklet (PDF)
On Mopar.com
Manuals and guides are hosted by the manufacturer on vehicleinfo.mopar.com and open as PDFs. Mopar.com's owner site also has VIN-specific manuals and recall lookups.
Salt, snow and hills: the data
Reading the 2019 3500 data for Great Lakes roads
Lake-effect squalls, roads soaked in brine, potholes that open with every thaw and long Appalachian grades: driving in the Great Lakes states asks a lot of tires, batteries and undersides. These notes take the 2019 3500 figures above and flag the ones that carry the most weight in Tennessee.
What the manual says about oil
The 2019 Ram 3500 fluids table lists SAE 0W-40, with 7 qt per change. Lake-effect winters are full of short, cold trips: to work, to school, to the store and home again before the engine reaches temperature. That pattern is tough on oil, so let the oil-change indicator set the interval and never stretch it.
Cranking power for a lake-effect morning
Rated battery output: 730 cold-cranking amps, measured at 0°F. A single-digit night in Traverse City or Fort Wayne cuts what the battery can deliver just as the stiff engine asks more of the starter. Past three winters, an October load test tells you more than the date sticker. Charging comes from a 180-amp alternator.
Traction for snowbelt hills and hollows
This model year offers four-wheel drive. In Tennessee, the payoff comes in the first hour of a storm, before plows reach side streets, and on boat ramps slick with algae where a two-wheel-drive tow vehicle can spin. Keep the system's limits in mind on ice: driven wheels add grip for going, not for stopping or turning.
Boats, campers and Appalachian grades
The schedule lists axle fluid, transfer case fluid and automatic transmission fluid service for frequent trailer towing, starting at 20,000 miles. Whether it is a fishing boat headed for the Ohio River or a pop-up camper bound for the Smokies, the extra heat of towing ages these fluids faster, most of all on long July climbs.
Coolant through freeze and climb
Fluids table: OAT coolant (10-year/150,000-mile formula), 16.6 qt. Scheduled replacement comes at 10 years or 150,000 miles. Stick to that chemistry, since mixing coolant types can shorten their protective life. On a used 3500 from Tennessee, ask whether the coolant was changed on time, and check the level in the overflow tank with the engine cold before you drive it.
Fuel reserve for storm closures
Fuel capacity: 31 to 32 gallons. Lake-effect whiteouts can shut stretches of I-94 in Michigan or I-90 through the Ohio Snowbelt for hours, so keep the tank from running low between November and March. If you do end up stranded, a running engine for heat needs a tailpipe clear of snow.
Each spec in these notes is pulled from the tables above. The commentary on salt, snow, potholes and grades is general guidance for the Great Lakes states; the owner's manual remains the authority.
2019 Ram 3500 questions
How much oil does the 2019 Ram 3500 take?
With a filter change: 6.4L engine, 7 qt / 6.6 L. Capacities are from the owner's manual; check the dipstick or oil-life display after filling.
What kind of oil does the 2019 Ram 3500 use?
6.4L engine: SAE 0W-40 full synthetic, API SN (MS-12633) and Engine oil filter: Mopar brand engine oil filter.
When is the first scheduled maintenance on the 2019 Ram 3500?
At 20,000 miles or 2 years: inspect the cv/universal joints; inspect front suspension, tie rod ends, and replace if necessary; inspect the front and rear axle surfaces. if gear oil leakage is suspected, check the fluid level. if using your vehicle for police, taxi, fleet, off-road or frequent trailer towing, change axle fluid; inspect the brake linings, replace as necessary; adjust parking brake as necessary; replace cabin air filter. Oil changes in between follow the oil-change indicator.
Where can I find the 2019 Ram 3500 owner's manual?
The manufacturer publishes it free on Mopar.com as a PDF (linked in the manuals section above), along with quick guides, radio manuals and the warranty booklet.
What MPG does the 2019 Ram 3500 get?
The EPA doesn't publish a fuel-economy rating for the 3500: heavy-duty pickups, chassis cabs and full-size vans above 8,500 pounds gross vehicle weight are exempt from fuel-economy labeling, so there is no official MPG figure to quote.
What changed on the 2019 Ram 3500?
The trim lineup is Tradesman, Big Horn/Lone Star, Power Wagon, Laramie, Laramie Longhorn and Limited; Powertrain: 6.7-liter I-6 Cummins Turbo Diesel Standard Output, six-speed automatic and 6.7-liter I-6 Cummins Turbo Diesel High Output, six-speed Aisin automatic are now offered; Powertrain no longer listed: 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 Bi-fuel CNG/gas / six-speed automatic 383 hp/400 lb.-ft. of torque, 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 gas / six-speed automatic 383 hp/400 lb.-ft. of torque, 6.7-liter Cummins Turbo Diesel / six-speed manual 350 hp/660 lb.-ft. of torque and 2 more; Body size: overall length is 232 / 238.8 / 249.9 / 260.8 in. (was 230.4 / 237.3 / 248.4 / 259.3 in.).
Does the 2019 Ram 3500 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 14 safety recall campaigns for the 2019 Ram 3500. The most recent: Air bags: side/window (December 2025), Air bags: side/window (January 2025), and Structure: body (December 2022). NHTSA's data was last fetched November 8, 2026. Recalls are listed by model year, so a given vehicle may or may not be covered: enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or ask a dealer to see which are open.
What are the most common safety complaints about the 2019 Ram 3500?
Owners have filed 138 complaints about the 2019 Ram 3500 with NHTSA. The components named most often are fuel system (28), diesel (27), and engine (22). 12 complaints involved a crash and 5 complaints a fire. Complaints are reports from owners that NHTSA does not verify, so treat them as a signal to look into, not a finding.
Specifications come from the manufacturer's spec comparison and its media-site specification sheets; maintenance schedules, fluids and publications come from Mopar's owner site and owner's manuals. Equipment and ratings vary by configuration; check the owner's manual or a dealer for a specific vehicle.