How Reliable Is a Ram 1500 After 35,000 Miles? Long-Term 2019 Ram 1500 Review

[@edmundscars]

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[@ALMX5DP]

Edmunds restricted to full-size pickups? How about a Ranger to see how the 2.3 turbo and 10-speed hold up?

[@JoeE.]

The list of recallls and issues you found are not minor. They're major quality issues, imo. And the mileage you have is not as much yet. Wait till you have 50k or 100K even just like most of the Japanese cars that you don't see the same issues as what you have at 35k.

[@joelbosso1331]

I don't know how deep Mr. Edmunds' pockets are...but a long term fleet of option for option 1/4 ton diesel pick ups from Ford, Chevy, and Ram would be interesting to me. Each offers one and I haven't seen any real apples to apples comparos over the long term for any of them.

[@ilemg82]

A f150 platinum

[@MjekuMati]

My Pontiac vibe! I’ll trade you straight across. It would be nice to see an ultra long term review of it by professionals, instead of my own crappy uncultured and uneducated review.

[@darkwing3103]

I have a 2020 ram with 16 miles on it.. so far so good..

[@alextran8188]

Lmao

[@johnnyringo201]

😂😂

[@jhford1234]

Hahaha

[@michaelstringer1840]

Wait until it says 20 miles

[@JordanStockpile]

My truck blew up at 100

[@DoctorIncant]

I’d be interested to see a 100k mile review, actually long-term

[@X-l-HAD3Z-l-X]

I drive a 2014 ram 1500 on the daily. Has 122k on it and still runs like new. No major issues. They are great trucks

[@rodneyhirsch2340]

Old ones are better. 5.7 on new have oil starvation for cams at idle. Design flaw. I had 2006, headers and air box made big difference. New probably wouldn't help because of new computers, would have to tune it. Still didn't like it. Only because the windshield design made me car sick.? Never had a problem with any other car or truck. Even driving, got better after time.

[@jeremyraymond8780]

By then they will have put 3 sets of exhaust manifolds on it

[@inspectorjavert5563]

@loyal4 the way keep believing that. these new toyotas have a problem where the vehicle starts accelerating when you hit the brake lol.

[@bradselc3618]

I have a 2019 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 Laramie with 77k miles. Runs like new! No issues at all

[@magicsashplaysmc4636]

"long term" 35,000 miles is till stretching the legs of the vehicle. 75,000+ is long term and even that is barely an older vehicle.

[@bassdaze]

highly doubt it makes 75k without some serious service work

[@82lowe36id]

I have a 2015 Ram 1500 5.7L that I bought new and just hit 77,000 miles. I have had a both front wheel bearings and the fuel level sedning unit replaced under warranty and thats it. Overall it has been a good truck.

[@donchin106]

2017 with 131000 so far with no issues, avg 16-18 winter summer 18-19

[@bradyb9929]

I drive 30k a year. My tundra hasn’t had a single issue since I bought it 4 years ago. These issues with less than 40k miles are unacceptable.

[@whenibecamethesun..8759]

Your tundras 18mpg on the highway is as well

[@ohioguy4326]

Well then you don't but a Ram. I drove a Tundra and personally I wouldn't touch one. Just feels out dated, doesn't ride and handle as well, and fuel economy is pretty bad. This is a first year of this Ram a few minor issues wouldn't deter me from buying one.

[@raymundbrown2644]

Your Tundra has gone through many corrections over the years. This Ram is a first year issue for gen 5. All manufacturers go through a process of corrections over the course of a series cycle, so not a proper comparison...

[@DaJoost075]

Your Tundra hasn't gone through ANY changes in years despite some exterior looks. Ram made a all new truck so a few minor issues are to be expected but there isn't anything serious in this video that would push people to go the other way. My dad just got one and he has no problems with it even with those minor issues that some of the trucks have had.

[@trilingualkid]

@@whenibecamethesun..8759 you bought a truck and worry about MPG? go get a prius...chump

[@ayubfleming7952]

I have a 2019 Laramie Sport with the glass roof and I love the truck. I have had no issues that were not recall related. My last truck was a 2016 Ram Sport with almost 100,00 miles with very few problems. I have driven Ford's, Chevy, and Nissan. Like them all depending on year and trim but Dodge is building a great product.

[@ramrider1453]

Ayub Fleming well said and so true!!!

[@gtrance3567]

And fueling issues? I know there is a tsb for that.

[@Luis.M.Castillo]

I saw a Ram in a dealership floor, seems pretty realiable so far

[@paulm6481]

What is amazing is we don’t have a SUV version of this gorgeous interior RAM.

[@ForTehNguyen]

Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer is going to be Ram based

[@treyroberts8124]

I need Rams version of the Yukon XL. Give us a three row sub with the Ram body styling

[@FullsendOffroad]

its sad

[@RoaminLama]

I purchased a 2019 1500 Rebel last September. I have just over 12k miles on it. I've pulled a 30 foot travel trailer from Chicago to the Great Smoky Mountains and back, done some off-roading and it's my daily driver. I have to say, it does all three exceptionally well. This is my first truck and I couldn't be happier with it.

[@sukhmanmarwah7620]

The Lama Rebel good luck if your gonna keep it for long, you’ll need it

[@RoaminLama]

sukhman marwah like any vehicle, you take care of it, it will last. I’ve had four cars in my 40 years of driving. I’ve gotten ten years and 150,000 miles out of all of them. And all were in excellent condition when I traded them in. Because I wash them once a week, detail them twice a year, change the oil every 5k miles, and other major fluids every 30k miles. With that I’ve never had a major repair on any of them.

[@gtrance3567]

Any fueling issues? I know there is a tsb for that.

[@RoaminLama]

None so far. I now have 45K on the truck, 9K of that towing a travel trailer and many more off-road adventures. The skid plates have a few dings, but other than that, it's been issue free.@@gtrance3567

[@cynthiakarkoska8037]

Own a 2019 Laramie !! love it and no problems at all. Very comfortable ride.

[@onyexo]

How is the AC performance? Appears many are complaining of the coldness of the car AC unit.

[@rob_4227]

Thanks for including the section on gremlins. It’s really the only reason why I decided to watch this video.

[@daddycox82]

7500km on my 2020 diesel longhorn absolutely love it, no issues, getting 9.5 liters per hundred and drive both city and highway also little off roading , best truck ever. Has every extra in it. Including the 3.92, 22 wheels. With out them I think I would be in the 8 liters per 100. Even my wife loves it and she hated trucks.

[@JpOcDenver]

darren cox 3500 with the Aisin transmission?

[@moparfan8680]

@@JpOcDenver I think he’s talking about the 1500 EcoDiesel, considering he was saying 22inch rims which are only on the 1500’s unless it’s aftermarket rims.

[@ejesoriginal]

After 30 years of owning Mopar products, I have learned that this is typical. I never had one (of the many, many I've owned) that went past 50k without recalls, warranty work (much of which there was), electrical issues (most of what I experienced) and general poor workmanship, fit and finish. Lots of disappointment. Why did I keep buying them??? They attracted me with price, warranty, incentives , and design. I also wanted to by AMERICAN, Unfortunately, NONE of that equated to quality and reliability. I have since quit wasting my hard earned money and have had to admit that Toyota is where I have to go to get what I want. I don't like it, but that is the brand that has been the most solid performer for me.

[@IDontKnow-bb6mt]

It could have been built in Mexico. Toyota is built in San Antonio Texas so its not all foreign. I love my Tundra, rock solid and even cheaper than a Ram.

[@XploreAz]

Eric S you’ll probably never find any vehicle from any brand that won’t have some sort of recall before 50k miles. Better than the manufacturer not to do a recall and fix something.

[@jpawusa]

I have had 2 2019 Rams. No issues at all. Best truck on the market.

[@Mantisman6233]

I own an 18 QC 4x4 and 19 RC 4x2. Perfect trucks-no issues so far.

[@bighosre10]

Is it because you leased them?

[@Wasabi9111]

I love this truck and have been thinking about getting it as a family vehicle. However it’s hard to justify the poor gas mileage. Hopefully the cyber truck will be as nice.

[@HarryKuloh]

Incorrect

[@MrComputerCoder]

@@Wasabi9111 You don't buy a truck for gas mileage. if that's your goal then get the diesel. You lose the power of the hemi though.

[@cfoofgaming6950]

Good timing. Actually looking into purchasing a 2019 or 2020 RAM 1500, so long term outlook was something I wanted to take into account. Thanks for the video.

[@hectorelfrost240]

I own a dodge ram 1997 , and so far so good . 0 major issues...only maintenance . It s a 4x4 5.9 1500 .

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

Was a long time F-150 owner and traded it in because my 19 F-150 burnt more oil than I could put in..lol..traded it in for a 19 Ram Limited and after 14k not a drop of oil burnt and no issues at all... very happy with my new Ram and it's the best truck I ever owned so far..RAM-1500 KING OF TRUCKS..

[@gsppuffer]

They are nice if you keep it but the resale is absolute garbage

[@RAM-KINGOFTRUCKS]

@@gsppuffer so was my fords😁

[@XploreAz]

gsppuffer they all are unless it’s an HD With a diesel.

[@IamChucky_]

I have a 19 Ram 1500 15k miles. It’s been a great truck. Sure it has had its fair share of minor issues which is why I purchased a extended bumper to bumper warranty but that’s to be expected for any complete redesign. 5.7 Hemi and 8 speed transmission have been solid.

[@gtrance3567]

Any fueling issues? I know there is a tsb for that.

[@swacfan2791]

All trucks break. At the end of the day, gotta get what you want. I chose the RAM and haven't looked back. I've pulled horses in a gooseneck from Oceanside to Baltimore, from Ville Platte to Duluth and to tell you the truth it has always got me home, and that's all I need out of a truck, to get me there and back. A brand is a brand, it comes down to personal preference. Cowboy Up!

[@DMalltheway]

Bought my 2019 Ram 1500 eco diesel 6 months ago, I love it so far at 10k miles on it!

[@mastergorem2]

Own a 19 Laramie.. I love it

[@FullsendOffroad]

any problems so far?

[@wpafreddy]

^

[@douglasadams8961]

I’ve been a Ford guy my whole life, I am 37. Sold Fords for years. This truck is light years ahead of the competition. I find reasons to take it out for a ride. I highly suggest the Hemi crew cab. Big horn option 2 package

[@halftonhotshot]

I've got 108759k on my 19 Classic Ram in 13 months. I do about 9 to 10k a month. Have had not one problem except for the FCA stinky AC. Regular maintenance is always done on my truck as well. Ever want a truck, that can tow, be put to the high mileage test, just hit me up lol. Thanks for doing this review btw!

[@gwood701]

Classic is old style. Nothing like these

[@Siwashable]

@@gwood701 still same engine/powertrain...

[@robertfoster8820]

Just a baby, finding your street grid, as my friends truck, is 20 years young, 400,000 miles. Still going. Thank you for improvements.

[@dndodd100]

I have a 2019 Limited trailer pkg, off road pkg, 3.92, bought after they had been out about 6-8 months. Love it no problems except a few minor recalls. 18,000 miles. The only complaint the Falken tires don’t stay balanced. One was replaced under warranty but the still aren’t good. Will replace with Michelin soon.

[@KCerros123]

I been a fan since motor trend, but I personally enjoy watching you here than there.

[@aaronadams01]

I have a 2016 Ram 1500 Big Horn Ecodiesel with about 73,000 miles on it now. I have had to replace the steering rack and pinion, water pump, vacuum pump, brake master cylinder, ABS pump and the cruise control button cluster. The tires that came on it lasted about 10,000 miles then needed to be replaced. I will say this, the brake pads lasted for 70,000 miles, which I didn't expect, and just recently replaced them, along with the fuel filter. My biggest complaint is the lack of redundancy in the critical safety systems, such as the braking system. When my master cylinder failed, I had absolutely no braking power. When the rack and pinion gear box electric assist failed, it locked the steering wheel. In my opinion, these should be engineered better to handle failures in a default safe condition rather than a complete loss of functionality. Needless to say, after my lease is up, I will not buy another Mopar product.

[@drbobvs]

24K on mine, had to adjust one of the tailgate latches. That 's it!

[@FullsendOffroad]

aint bad.

[@06barcafan10]

We had a 2014 1500 Laramie with 80,000 hassle free perfect miles. Got a 2019 F150 diesel which sucked. Sold it and got a 2021 1500 Limited which is awesome....so glad to be back in the Ram family.

[@j.r.b.5464]

So here's the thing - shade visors and door trim probably shouldn't fall off of a new, $55k vehicle. Possibly chalk that up to a first model year problem. I bought a last generation model in 2013 and was dreading the MOPAR chintzyness factor (childhood memories of bits and pieces falling off on mom's a mid-70s Cordoba) but overcame my anti-MOPAR bias and purchased it anyway. As with your truck lots of recalls and TSBs over my years of ownership, which I actually take as a positive. Just prior to that Daimler-Chrysler (which it was in 2013) had been fined in the US for NOT doing recalls that they should have done. They've pretty clearly toggled the other way as a result. There are still many carmakers who have issues for which the "ought" to do recalls or TSBs but don't to help the bottom line. As for reliability, the 2013 MY was in the middle of the very long 4th generation (still being sold as "Classic" along side the new 5th generation model you have), and has thankfully had many fewer gremlins and glitches than your new model experienced. The one truly irritating issue that has affected the 2013 truck since new is a flaky 8.4" headunit; it randomly reboots several times per long trip. It's been reflashed, inspected, updated, etc., but because the dealer service techs (3 different dealer service centers) can't reproduce it, I've had to live with it. Other than that the truck has been rock solid in reliability and capability on-road and off. Hopefully by year 3 of the new 5th generation version they'll have the QA/QC sorted out. The 5th Gen with a 3L turbo diesel, 33 gallon tank and 4WD has approximately 900 miles of range per tank. I don't consider 500 miles to be "good" for road tripping or offroading in a 4x4 pickup. My 2013 has the Hemi, 3.92 rear, 4WD, 20" wheels with D load rated LT tires (not the light weight p-metrics that are standard and are as you discovered also "nail magnets", and I typically get 450 miles per tank on pavement cross-country. It's really not enough. I like to go places with signs that say things like "next fuel 215 miles". Assuming the 5th Gen truck does overcome it's early teething pains, I will become a repeat buyer and replace the 2013 truck with a 2021 MY version with the diesel and a 3.21 rear end for range - oh and a standard length bed - the short bed is, well, too short for doing truck things. Parking in cities, of course, is NOT a truck thing.

[@marks9949]

My boss had a RAM truck. It shit out on him at 100k. Dummy him, he bought himself a brand new 2019 RAM

[@bassdaze]

at new truck prices only one id feel confortable buying would be a Tundra, 17 out of the most reliable cars/trucks have been Toyota... and this is coming from a GM guy, not following brand loyalty anymore thats foe sure

[@ZmannR2]

Mark S you can say the same for any brand

[@assordante2205]

He put 100,000 miles on the truck in one year?? Well, no wonder it fucking gave up.

[@johnnyshd8250]

Still eating cam shafts.

[@ZmannR2]

johnnyshd nope

[@MrTrip3ace]

I have a 2019 ram 1500 laramie 4x4 with the 3.21 rear axle. I easily average 16.5mpg and just recently i took a road trip from Charleston SC to Naples FL. Roughly 1400miles i averaged 22.2mpg the round trip. This truck will meet its EPA numbers.

[@vacman11]

17.5 average here my 3.92 ratio same truck was 14.5, but more of a hotrod so maybe heavy footed lol

[@AndyB718]

I just signed to get my 4th ram 1500. The only complaint i have is the Good Year tires were JUNK. This is truly the only complaint. The trucks are all around terrific imho.

[@kalashnikov1343]

"35,000 miles" "Long term" Bruh

[@gregorysmith3913]

In one year, that's a lot of miles. About as good as it gets right now.

[@ThatcherKSA]

@@gregorysmith3913 For what the manufacturer charges, "how reliable is the ram1500" should be done at 150,000 miles.

[@kevs2good133]

At 35k they’re already on the downhill.

[@Thamac15]

It’s because it’s a Chrysler, high mileage for them is 30k hahahaha

[@monsoavg9]

Mine had transmission problems at 5000 miles the again at 35000 and lifter and cam issues at 38,000......

[@DLTJR1959]

I've got a 2015 Chrysler 300 that's had a couple recalls. The last one is still waiting on an evap canister from Fiat Chrysler. I bought the car with 6200 miles on it and have had a tire tpms cable repaired under warranty and the trunk emblem repaired under warranty. I've heard horror story after horror story about Fiat Chrysler poor quality and the research shows that they are not as reliable as other brands. But at 36K miles my 300 has performed flawlessly. To me the real quality of a vehicle is not known until you get over 100K miles.

[@supersnot4]

I have the following: 2010 Fusion Hybrid - 190,000 miles 2009 Escape Hybrid - 139,000 miles 1996 F-150 - 185,000 miles 1989 F-250 - 250,000 miles minimum, 450,000 max (odometer only reads 99K) All have their original engines and transmissions, zero major failures and generally very little issues at all. And all of them (including the Fusion) are used regularly for towing.

[@marks9949]

@@supersnot4 You're really lucky. Ford is known for crap vehicles. I bought myself a 2012 Ford Focus Titanium back in the day and it was a lemon. Ford didn't want to do anything- had to go a legal route. I will never try to buy Ford again- unfortunately for work, I may have to buy a Ford Transit.

[@MarkRVillano]

Bought for $55,000, driven for a year and a half, and worth $35,000 (if you're lucky). I just have a hard time wrapping my mind around the idea of spending $20,000 to own and drive a truck for 18 months. That's an awful lot of change.

[@XploreAz]

Mark Villano almost 2 years. Was purchased in July of 2018. If you’re keeping it, no biggie. Most people keep their trucks for longer than 2 years. If you want a truck to retain value, buy an HD with a diesel.

[@RazorbackDevil]

That’s why I bought a used 2019 with 17k miles for $37,000, plus got an extended power train warranty for peace of mind. Never buying new again

[@kevinwatters8631]

@@XploreAz Or buy a Toyota

[@guardiom]

I would agree with most everything. 2019 1500 Laramie Hemi. Short need. 38k miles. The tailgate warning does happen. The only thing I would want different is the adaptive cruise control, I’m very happy with

[@joeg526]

I’ve had a few dumb recalls on my 19 Laramie but I expected that with a truck this new compared with old body style ... I did a couple of aftermarket small things to it and the thing is an absolute beast .. live in New England and the truck is so far absolutly beautiful and in my opinion the best versatile vehicle for everyday use

[@jamesmyers9285]

Try owning a Ford F150 is you enjoy recalls.

[@mspartybootdeutschlandgmbh1301]

I just got my my 11/2022 Limited with etorque and Iove it. Ride quality is awesome and Cabin Noise is so silent And Funky. Just one disapointment: no rear whel steering support wich would be quite usefull for City Driveing and cornering

[@blitznone1142]

I have a Ram 1500, 4WD. 13000 miles. I just towed a 7000 lb trailer 3500 miles from Phoenix to Montana and back. 5.7L. It kept the speed on cruise control, no problem. Draw back towing the heavy load was the fuel mileage. 8 miles per gallon average. If you buy one, get the larger fuel tank. The only thing I hate, is the air conditioning. It sucks. The truck is beautiful and the hemi engine is awesome. Im going to get rid of it and get a turbo diesel. Not sure what make yet. The air conditioning is pushing me to a GM. Also, I took the truck to the dealer, complaining about the AC, they said it was within specs, while admitting it was a bad design.

[@chriscortinas1170]

I enjoyed watching this. I have a 21 Ram Laramie with the 12 inch screen and lane assistance and im loving this truck. No electronic motor, or turbo to give out later down the road, just straight up V8 hemi power and this sucker gets up and goes. I wouldn't pay over 60K for a basic truck unless it's the Ram TRX or Ford Raptor

[@ae7459]

Excellent review! Carlos! ...I always roted for you since Motortrend times but didnt know if you can make that transition of mainly analyzing driving dynamics as supposed to detailed inside-out reviews on Edmund's. Nice job showing data and contrasting them with real life driving experiences. I have a good idea now of the RAM before showing up at the dealership.

[@eggrollnoodle4206]

I have a 2005 dodge ram 1500 quad over 200k miles still runs when I first got in 2008. Just the regular maintenance and wear and tear happens over time. I would recommend Dodge and Ram no doubt.

[@thomasmacgruber6701]

Carlos Lago should be up there with Chris Harris when it comes to talking cars, please give him his own show, a raise and a Ford GT.

[@briang2034]

Carlos is a legend! His own KZbin channel would have over 1 million subs.

[@azpatriot9239]

Have a 2019 Ram 1500 Classic and love it especially the 5.7 hemi for towing. Not one problem with this vehicle.

[@sc12100]

I have a 2016 1500 Hemi - 392 gears. Heres what will happen. You'll get the Hemi tick eventually - its due to the exhaust manifold bolts breaking. Also, I wouldn't be surprised if your fuel pump gives you problems. This will give you a check engine and you wont see and MDS (ECO Mode). I ended up paying for a new fuel pump and FCA took care of me on the tick problem ( told them this issue has been going on for a decade with their hemis, and they paid for it ) - even having 95,000 miles on the truck. Other than that, love my truck.

[@sc12100]

@BriceGarrett86 The only thing I can say is that they are using the same HEMI in the new body style. To me, that probably means that FCA hasn't fixed it - however I could also be wrong. The HEMI tick has been around for over ten years. I believe the reason I got my bolts replaced on their dime was due to the fact that I called them out over the phone and told them that they are well aware of this problem. They acknowledged that and paid for it. The Hemi tick is a legitimate design flaw and FCA should put out a recall.

[@lancelotlink3907]

Had a 2015 5.7 Hemi with the tick and thought it was the lifters from an oil flow design flaw. It went away after a few seconds on start up. I also heard it went away because the manifold and heads swell after they warm up and seal smaller leaks.

[@sc12100]

@@lancelotlink3907 Yup - try calling FCA representative and tell them this should be a recall and they should fix it. Its a well known problem that goes back a decade. See what they can do for you. They fixed it w/o charge in my case.

[@azpatriot9239]

@@lancelotlink3907 They use such a light viscosity oil mine will do that for a second if it hasn't been driven in a couple days. BTW my wife's pentastar V-6 in her challenger does that for a second if it hasn't been driven for days.

[@b1pig]

I had a 2019 with the auto start/stop. While I think Ram is doing it right, I still hated the "feature". We had one issue with the truck in the 10 months I owned it, which was the driver's side mirror popping loose when you tried the power fold. I traded it for a 2020. Better deal. No auto start. While it was way more expensive, I am so much happier. And, yea, my 4wd 3.92 Ram 1500 is seeing averages in the mid 17's. And I wish mine had the 33 gallon tank. When I tow my boat its gets around 10mpg. But, hey... it will pull that boat as fast as i'm willing to feed it.

[@gtrance3567]

Any fueling issues? I know there is a tsb for that.

[@johnmorris77]

Ive had a 2019 for 13 months and zero issues. Winter I get 17 summer I get 19 hand calculated. 3.21 gears.

[@johnt6673]

Wow, great mileage. Damn well better get that mileage with those gears. What a joke.

[@johnmorris77]

@@johnt6673 it does really good, I actually don't mind the gearing I guess having 8 gears helps

[@mikec3454]

Ram really did up the ante for interior design, it's hard to deny that. I prefer the exterior aesthetics of the Ram Rebel personally, but I would look at a Tundra or F150 first if/when I replace my Silverado.

[@titanninjawarrior]

I clicked because I thought this said 350,000 miles. We are living in different worlds man. 35,000 is just broken in.

[@Siwashable]

no one drives cars to 350... come on!

[@gene978]

Who else likes Carlos with the new Hair Style? WOW almost 10K between Oil Changes? Here I am at 5000 and feel like its to long

[@Littleathquakes]

gene978 I like Carlos with any hair style. He’s handsome

[@Deatomizer]

So many better options out there and Ram is and never has been one of them.

[@kirkswanson8122]

Long term at 35k? My 08 PW has 295k, Except for routine maintenance and a few upgrades its been an amazing truck. I still believe the most reliable is the Tundra but it didn't have the versatility of a PW and have always been a Dodge family.

[@Kowboy1911]

Let’s review after 6 years and 150k miles

[@kevs2good133]

Endless money pit. By then it’s falling apart the electronics

[@vandyman1716]

@@kevs2good133 idk about the newer ones, but my 2007 ram 1500 has 130k miles on it and the only issues I have had is the transmission slips very rarely maybe once a month, and I have had to change the fluids brakes and get the dif fluid switched out, it is a 4.7 V8 magnum however and not one of these extremely computerized engines

[@X-l-HAD3Z-l-X]

I have a 2014 with 122k on it. Stills runs like new and everything works great. Most vehicles will run a long time if you take care of them

[@terrymeadows1827]

@@X-l-HAD3Z-l-X Usually true. I had a Daimler-Chrysler era Dodge Truck that lasted me 200K + miles and still running as I sold it to a friend. I won't touch anything Fiat. 17 recalls? interior pieces falling off? A blind spot spotty reliability? I'm enjoying my F-150.

[@gasolinediesel972]

@@terrymeadows1827 Daimler Dodge trucks are rated as less reliable than the new ones. I've owned both. Both are very similar, and the new one is certainly better. Don't act like old Dodge trucks have good interiors.

[@kyron2092]

The blue and beige interior would’ve been amazing

[@boomerdantheman6516]

I own a 2019 ram 1500 limited with harmon kardon speakers and almost every option... awesome truck I love it... only problem at 6,000k miles is the front speakers cut out but she under warranty just gotta get the dealer to catch it when it happens is the hard part

[@Senerian]

Best thing on all the Dodge 1500 ram trucks is the pricing. A ford f150, Chevy, GMC, Tundra that is as optioned as this Dodge will cost about 10 grand more on average. I priced a New 2020 Bighorn, non leather, double cab, 4x4 with the v8 hemi for around 35-38k. By contrast the New ford ranger for 4x4, double cab with a 4 cylinder with boost to do anything cost 35k or more. Same for the Tacoma. The full size fords, GMC, Chevy's optioned like the Dodge shown will cost 60-70k. I take care of my maintenance myself I do oil changes every 3k-4k miles. I never let it go longer than that. You will get much better reliability internally. Just my experience in owning used trucks for last 30 yrs. and Towing with AC on is killing your gas mileage.

[@quantumdave1592]

Upgraded from a loaded 2019 limited with 30k miles (no issues) to a 2020 loaded limited Blacked Out Edition this week. Best truck for luxury and ride quality plus 18 speaker audio system is astounding!! Power running boards were the icing on the cake. Absolutely the Mercedes of trucks 😎

[@CCW-wg8ds]

I have 19 ram BIG Horn what a ride. Also the bigger back door talk about room back there. I'll keep till I see what 2021. Brings out.

[@breeasley2814]

I have a2015 ram with 287785 on it still running great

[@redneckinvegas]

2019 Ram 1500 Limited 4wd Hemi. Love this truck. 34k miles. Average mpg about 17-18. 3.92 rearend. I've had a battery issue twice. But that's about it. I wish the AC blew colder in the summer. Plenty of power. Very quiet interior. I wish the NAV would have an update. Map is out of date. I would recommend this truck. Test drive a Ram. Read the reviews about Chevrolet. Cheap and terrible ride.

[@gtrance3567]

Any fueling issues? I know there is a tsb for that.

[@redneckinvegas]

@@gtrance3567 no fuel issues. I love my truck

[@andrewcowan7351]

I own a 2012 I bought from a dealer in 2015 with 33k miles on it. Though its been useful it's also been the most unreliable vehicle I've ever owned over 40 years and probably 30 cars. It now has 94k miles on it in January of 2022. Let's see...all four brake calipers seized at various times, ruining the rotors, calipers and pads. Wheel bearings ruined on 3 out of 4 wheels. Exhaust manifold cracked. Starter, alternator and water pump went at various times. Heater blower fan control went. My favorite? The entore top end of the engine had to be rebuilt due to a commonly known lifter problem- seizing and ruining the cam. Luckily the 6k repair was covered under the CPO warranty. This happened at only 66k miles btw. The truck was never used commercially nor never towed anything. Rear sliding window leaked. There's currently a water leak from under the driver's dashboard when it rains. Rust bubbles are appearing on the passenger front fender- also noted in forums as a common issue due to a sound absorbing mat behind the panel staying wet all the time. Today I see there are rust bubbles forming on the driver's rear wheel well arch. I'm sure there's many more issues I can't remember. For a "truck"- supposedly built "Ram Tough" and only having 94k miles it's had an incredible number of annoying, serious and potentially fatal repairs- none of which I ever experienced on any other car or truck I've owned. I'll never buy another Dodge/Ram product. Total pain in the ass and expensive to own. At last count it had incurred 15k in repairs over the 7 years I've owned it. I paid 33k for it btw in 2015. It also had god knows how many recalls along the way. Other than that, great truck.

[@blainepatterson6792]

I had a 2014 1500 hemi 8 speed big horn this truck has the same drivetrain as the 2019/2020 let me start by saying it had a ton of tow power but I'll say this 80k miles on it was all problems water pump went out manifold bolts snap off in the head this is a known problem since the hemi came out and it still happens. service 4wd light would come on only when below 40 degrees. I will say the truck was well maintained serviced and washed also ceramic coated. The hood was aluminum it started to corrode where the pinch is in the front where it was rolled together. This caused the paint to bubble and push up. Dodge would not fix it. According to them it was not rotted through. So I'll say this I traded it in for a f150 I'll stick to ford I had a lariat prior to the ram no issues ever and sold it with 130k any truck will last to 35k miles not a long enough review

[@Siwashable]

I just bought this truck (used) and picking it up tomorrow. It has 44K miles and is also a 2019. The issues that they reported by their drivers seem very minor to me. I've owned lots of cars in my life (i'm in my early 50s) and all but one were Japanese makers - the other VW. VW had lots of electrical issues for me and a leaky sunroof (the week after I bought it). The Japanese models were good but not without some annoying mostly minor issues... All cars will have some stuff come up. I'm not hearing that this Hemi is exploding after 50 K! Hoping my "new" tuck give me several good years...

[@crsantin]

2020 Hemi at 100k. No issues at all. 1 recall for the tailgate latch though mine was fine.

[@be891]

I literally spit my beer out reading the title of this video! Looking forward to the second video title "Engine overhaul 2019 Dodge Ram 50,000". Lol

[@easterlake]

I gave my last Ram to my son. 169,000 miles and still going strong.

[@gs98999]

B e it would suck for them to get a long term tester and attempt 200,000 miles. By time that review came out, there would be 2 new ram models.

[@MakoCon]

Vs the Ford's titles "Only 3 blown turbos at 35,000, Ford's really stepped up their game!"?

[@dmoney6633]

Ghostst facts

[@johnt6673]

@@MakoCon lol, your a moron.

[@deliorendon9494]

It has enough interior room for social distancing 😂

[@Bobsnarls]

Here in 2022. This truck at this year, spec and miles is around $45-49K. It went up in value 😆.

[@limpunsing224]

Nice long term test video review even if I have no need for trucks

[@GHinWI]

Wish they’d do these long-term reviews in a rust-belt state and show us what the underbody rust looks like after 3 winters of salt.

[@jasonpritchard5081]

I’d be happy to snap pictures of my trucks under carriage after 2 winters in a state that applies heavy salt and brine for 5 months out of the year. 2019 purchased on 8/18

[@dmoney6633]

George h the newer rams have a great undercoat on them compared to the old ones, even the 09+ ones in Michigan don’t seem to rust nearly as bad as Toyota, ford or gm from that year and up.

[@onyexo]

Jason Pritchard how is the performance of your truck AC? Issues with steering? Electronics?

[@Siwashable]

ever hear of rustproofing?

[@gtrance3567]

Great video. Any fueling issues? I know there is a tsb for that.

[@iHARTZwatrmelon]

why are you talking about basic features of the truck for a LONG TERM REVIEW you usually put out great stuff

[@cmair77]

Good to know, hoping to get one

[@KBS117]

2013 with 120k. Have yet to replace anything except I battery last year and 4 tires at 70k

[@johnhalter7287]

I have an 04.5 Cummins, 200,000 been a great truck.

[@virtua36]

Owned a 2016 Ram and put on over 70k. Moving machines and small loads as a daily driver while only changing the oil. Great gas mileage and Super Luxury, way nicer ride than my Cadillac EXT. Just swapped it out for a 2020 Laramie w Black package. Too many well thought out details to mention.

[@jonnyboi068]

I would have to agree. My caddy is still clean tho

[@louie4316]

A guy at work bought a 2020 Ram with the little Fiat diesel engine. After driving it home for the first time his wife asked him if there was any reason that one side of the truck had chrome window moldings and the other side had black. I'm not making this up, He paid $74,xxx CAD for this "Limited " gem.

[@anthonysodano2882]

Picking up my new 2020 crew cab Laramie

[@breeasley2814]

I have a ram 2015 with 287 000 miles still going strong

[@TontoGoldstein81]

12:10 "Those were all outweighed by all the positives by everything else, from the interior quality..." Dude, your sun visor literally fell off.

[@bassdaze]

along with other things literally falling off at 30k miles for a 50k+ truck... ram is a fiat which is a joke, absolutley worthless

[@Tiovergudo]

Visors will continue to be a problem unless the design is completely updated.

[@nanomage]

@@bassdaze Things falling off of Fiat vehicles aren't considered a problem, it's a feature. Gives the passengers something to do on long drives.

[@kootybear]

I bought a 19 Ram Warlock with 5 miles in Feb. I have about 5k on it as of May 22. Only thing I wish I could change easily is the 12 inch screen, mine has the 8 inch and its nice but small. Not sure if the 12 inch screen does, but mine does not play movies from the likes of Vudu and such, not driving but when I was at a truck stop and taking a nap on a trip, would have been nice to watch a movie.

[@kootybear]

Or if it does, I just don't know how to use it.

[@Bondovw]

I traded it my 2019 ram 1500 at about 35k. Truck had lots of issues. The worst part was the dealerships . They are terrible. They will not fix anything and never have parts for this model. Luckily I kept my old 96 k1500 . I just went back to my old truck.

[@us1fedvet]

My 2016 Hemi crew cab 4wd with 60k purchased new in 1/2017 is absolutely bulletproof and by engine computer comp had averaged 20.3 mpg during that entire time. Quiet, comfortable, powerful, does it all. I do a 5k oil change and preventive maintenance which is probably wasteful but I like to take care of my stuff. Only expense new tires at 51k. Could have gone another 5-10k on OEM Goodyear SR-A but got great deal on new Continental Sure Tracks.

[@brandonwalker2987]

My 2016 Rebel is going strong at 27k miles.

[@jeffrittenour8202]

My parents bought me a '97 honda accord in 2003 for my 16th birthday. I still drive it today and it's never had any major problems, but I'm finally ready to replace it. Which truck can I buy that will last me 20+ years?

[@slumpnmyrump4986]

2nd generation Dodge ram trucks. Been daily driving them for years and still do.

[@jeffrittenour8202]

I believe it. My brother picked up a '95 dodge 2500 last summer as a secondary vehicle and it still runs great.

[@arielatom03]

Jeff Rittenour honda accord, 1997 if you can

[@jeffrittenour8202]

if i could find one with less than 100k miles, i would.

[@recyclespinning9839]

My 2017 Ram 1500 , 4x4 , pentastar v -6. Leased 3 years was going to buy at end of lease. At 34k miles the check engine, traction off comes on dash , after a few seconds power cuts of to gas pedal. Then resets itself. Continually does this randomly. 5x under warranty, they say has to duplicate it,,,, duplicates it right by the road by the dealer!!! Pull in ,, say please don't turn off ,,, verified problem and codes.!!! Well now its was at 38 k, after being at dealer 5x before. I finally had to turn the truck in, lost wages, emotional distress after the power cuts of 5x or more on high way, very dangerous when happens at 70mph... 4 lane highway!!! Incidentally the engine compartment always looked dusty and untouched , even though the dealer claimed , changed cam phasers and sprocket.. Chrysler you made your own karma.. you did not honor your warranty . The power train is supposed to be 5 year, 60k. They practically left me no choice but to turn it in and pay over milage of $2200,, then had the balls to try and sell me another new truck!!!!?????.

[@initiald22]

come back after 350,000 miles. Then make a video.

[@TheNacropolice]

very few people own a car that long. Not everyone wants to drive a 10yr+ car.

[@biz4twobiz463]

...ahhh, come back with what?? That truck...the RAM will NEVER ever ever last that long!! lol

[@GR-cf4qh]

312k on my 7.3idi. 1/2 million mile engine in a 150,000 mile truck. The motors still going strong and everything else is falling apart.

[@brandonrowlett4402]

Very informative video. Thank you.

[@bigalthecrusher]

Yeah I will stick with my lowly Frontier, no recalls and no issues in 60K miles so far

[@EklipzHorizn]

I appreciate the good review. Although this is not a true review at all. It's a truck with multiple owners in a time slot of 35k miles. Everyone treats their belongings differently. Some people are rough, some are gentle. The fact that things broke on the truck in this amount of time means nothing.

[@ericksanchez7787]

Larlos Cargo is my favorite host

[@alphabravo3304]

Greetings from Australia, as an fyi, this same truck is retailing in Australia for $140 thousand AUD or nearly $100 thousand USD. It comes off the factory floor is shipped to Australia where it is completely pulled apart and rebuilt into right hand drive. All manufacturers of full size US picks do this and refuse to build and supply direct to Australia, despite the demand being high. In Australia just about every household has a mid size pickup and want the full size. We are robbed blind.

[@Siwashable]

it's called socilaism... we have it here too, in Canada

[@mattm6948]

Really want an American SUV next (not very happy w/ my current Swedish) but none jump out so considering a truck. Good to know trucks can have a more comfy feel these days. I Have never been a truck owner and don't like sacrificing ride quality and comfort, but looks like I won't have to.

[@LeadStarDude]

Depends on the year model. 2003 through 2008 you can put 250k miles on one before issues arise. 2009 to present it's a crap shoot. You may maybe make it to 30k before an issue, but that's doubtful. Between VVT not playing well with MDS, and the slew of electrical and computer issues on the more modern Rams, your best bet is to buy a pre MDS 2003 through 2005 model, and rebuild it.

[@TapTapHolyMoly]

my neighbor has the same beast, and it looks amazing! I am a big fan of compact, so i'm gonna stay with Tacoma or Ranger :)

[@Sickofsociety1]

8:12: "Let's talk about reliability." Wow, it only took you a smidge over 8 minutes to get to the point..... And then the list of defects.......good Lord, 35,000 and all of that stuff is happening? 5 out of 17 recalls?? DODGE.......yes, appropriately named for staying away from them.

[@Luxumburg]

I've had a 2011 Ram 1500 for 5 years now. Exhaust manifold bolts did break, however the truck has been hella good. Bought it at 164k miles and its at 195k now. Honestly the best part of it all is the engine. The hemi is a good engine as long as you replace the valve lifters before they become a problem. Should also note that 2011 had like 1 recall and it was for something minor.

[@kaloyannikolchev5482]

Fantastic review !

[@RJ-ph5zg]

My 2019 at about 18K has been great

[@JpOcDenver]

Roy Jenkins-Linen Bout time to trade it in!

[@matthewvan6766]

My 2019 5th gen bighorn has been in The shop 4 times because unable to refuel. Changed the filler neck 3 times, charcoal can 3 times, fuel pump twice, new gas tank, co2 sensors twice. Now at 30k the AC pump is going out and the engine has a hiss and back in the shop.

[@easterlake]

One year, 10,000 mile anniversary coming up in one month. 2019 Laramie Sport. Radio screen went dark for 10 seconds one day, then immediately came back on. That's my only problem in almost a year, knock on wood. Love my Ram.