2019 RAM 1500: Defrosting System Failure May Reduce Driver Visibility
Chrysler recalls certain 2019 RAM 1500 vehicles with a 12" touchscreen and base HVAC that lack a working windshield defrosting system, risking reduced driver visibility and crashes. Owners must contact FCA US customer service for repurchase.
Use caution until it’s fixed
The lack of a functioning windshield defrosting and defogging system may decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of crash.
What happened, in plain English
Chrysler is recalling certain 2019 RAM 1500 trucks that don't have a working windshield defrosting system. This could reduce driver visibility and increase crash risk. Affected vehicles must be repurchased by dealers. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224308-2019-ram-1500-defrosting-system-failure-may-reduce-driver-visibility.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224308-2019-ram-1500-defrosting-system-failure-may-reduce-driver-visibility · Updated October 5, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #19V051000
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“2019 RAM 1500: Defrosting System Failure May Reduce Driver Visibility.” GovInfoNow, updated October 5, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224308-2019-ram-1500-defrosting-system-failure-may-reduce-driver-visibility. Based on NHTSA recall #19V051000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=19V051000).
Why it’s dangerous
The vehicles lack a functioning windshield defrosting and defogging system, which is required by federal safety standards. This can cause reduced visibility during cold or humid weather, increasing crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 RAM 1500 trucks with a 12-inch touchscreen and base-level HVAC system are affected. Drivers using these vehicles in cold or humid conditions are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 RAM 1500 has a 12-inch touchscreen display and a base-level HVAC system. The recall covers vehicles that do not have a working windshield defrosting system.
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What to do — step by step
Contact FCA US Customer Service
Call 1-800-853-1403 to arrange repurchase of your affected vehicle.
What NHTSA says to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repurchase the affected vehicles. The recall began March 7, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V12.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #19V051000 (January 24, 2019)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 5, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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