2019 Ram 1500: How RELIABLE is the 5th Gen's air ride after 100k miles? | Truck Central 

*No, unfortunately this is NOT an April fools joke...*

Hey! Thanks for the video for the 5th Gen air ride. I'm researching currently if I want to get a new truck with air ride again. I've become a technician over the years dealing with the air ride system in my own truck, a 2014 Limited Ram EcoDiesel. Love the truck and air ride when it works, but when it doesn't... Anyways, your issue that I just witnessed is due to a lack of Nitrogen charge in your air ride. Normally the air ride system is a closed loop nitrogen charged pressurized transfer system (nitro tank storage to compressor to valve block to air bags and back). Over the course of time and automotive components and conditions being what they are, the inert and dry gas that should work in cold conditions escapes and is replenished by normal O2 (THANKS Dodge). When it doesn't have enough pressure to maintain the requested height it tries to draw in outside air. From there two things can happen: 1) the system draws in moist humid air and when the compressor runs it condenses on the delicate valving of the valve block causing bags to leak or riding on bump stops. And 2) the system pressure isn't enough to keep the truck up at any height and the compressor burns itself out trying make up the pressure difference. What you got was a warning that the compressor is overheating and shut down before the fuse pops. Put it in a warm garage or drive in warmer climate and this system works fine. Being part of the Northern climate you were taking about, I now perform my own Nitrogen purges annually to ensure the system doesn't have to draw outside air, and, I inspect for leaks from suspect areas like the rear air bags (easily replaceable). Aside from that I also have 12v heat trace pads wrapped around the compressor and valve block just in case I'm on a long drive and the system starts acting up again. The name of the game is moisture mitigation and keeping a healthy nitrogen charge. Not all that tough once you know, but man what a flawed system.. not designed for anywhere cold.. Again, thanks for your video!

Just wanted to say thank you for all of the videos after watching your videos I purchased a 2023 Limited with the air ride I didn’t realize until this video you are a fellow Oklahoman

Living in Canada I've seen many problems with the air ride on these trucks when it's below freezing. Especially if you park in a heated garage. A lot of condensation builds up and gets in the lines and in the compressor. It just makes a mess of the system. Sure it might be nice when it is working, but I myself would stay away from it.

Sounds like I won't have any issues because I am fortunate enough to never go where it gets below freezing on the Beautiful Coasts of Georgia and South Carolina!

I think there are leveling sensors with little rods attached to the sensor. You may have had snow and ice preventing the rods from moving therefore keeping the compressor running. I would check that.

You're back window has a crack in the plastic frame above the pillar as well.. I've replaced 3 windows so far , had mine since October 2019 .. It's in the shop for the 3rd time now (water leaks) getting a new Sun roof it completely soaked my interior on my Laramie.. Sick to my stomach

No air bags no problems 😊

I live in Atlanta. Seems like this will only be a problem for you folks in cold areas?

Hey, how comfortable is the air ride compared to normal coils?

I had a new ram. It had all kinds of issues. I got rid of it. I really do miss the seats.

Shhhhhhhocking

now for the other Curious question.. how would the Air suspension perform in hot environments.. i'm talking 35 Celsius UP TO 50 Celsius.. yes.. 50 CELSIUS xD (Edit: and no this is not an April fools joke either)

-6 in April?? Geeeez )))

I'm surprised that import junk ram lasted 100k miles

Both my 2013 and 2015 RAM 1500 sports with the Air Ride failed in cold weather. It was -30C (-22F) or colder. However after parking either one in the Garage for a few hours to unthaw them. They worked fine. I will say also that they were parked in that cold air for multiple days without moving, prior to the failure. Up to -20C (-4F), I have never had an issue, and I use my air ride daily to get in and out of the truck. I park with the air bags empty always. If you will be in -40 C(-40F) or colder for long periods of time, I would probably be cautious on purchasing an Air ride suspension. Other wise, mine has been solid over the last 6 years in pretty extreme weather conditions.2015 Ram Sport 1500, 184,000km (114,000 miles).

I've had 2 Rams with the air suspension option and both have had this issue. I live in WV and anytime it gets below 0 degrees, this happens. Eventually it will blow the circuit breaker on the truck for the compressor and the truck will be sitting face down when it lets the air out of either the front or rear, since the valve is stuck open as the compressor tries to fill it. I was told by FCA that trucks in northern states have higher pressure in the nitrogen tanks to accommodate this, but they don't consider WV in the north! FCA's recommendation... take a hair dryer to the air tank and reset the breaker under the hood.

Great video love that truck it looks like it’s still holding up great if it was me I would not get that air suspension I wouldn’t need it or really use it for what it’s made for can’t wait to see more videos on this truck and how it’s holding up when it’s put to work

Did ur phone say Moore Oklahoma? Thats crazy, I am from Oklahoma city and I got a 2019 ram. Its a small world for sure!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍

The same thing recently happened to our truck.. The weird. Thing is, in 2021 it was -40c in Alberta. The system worked fine through that super extreme temperature but only started acting up as the kms have increased.

I live in N.West PA. My 2013 RAM 1500 Longhorn's air pump lasted for 5yrs., before the pump overheated from the air system being clogged with frozen water vapor. I don't have room in my garage for the truck to fit with all the other cars, so it was parked outside 24/7. The second air pump on my 2013 only lasted 11 months. ($1,400.00). Then the 3rd pump worked fine for another 10 months. At that point I traded it in on a 2020 Ram 1500 limited. I've noticed that the 2020 model's air pump is much quieter. The older truck's pump had a loud whine to it. Especially in the cold.

Put a load in the truck, and go for a long drive at those temps. No doubt you'll be needing a new compressor. This is how mine ended up in the garbage, and replaced with coils. Easy swap.

Had a 2020 limited with issues non stop. Love the cab and looks of the truck just got tried of taking it back to the dealership to get it repaired. Example had both exhaust manifolds leaking at different times with under 25k on the truck.

Great you got to 100000 miles I got to 33000 before mine broke, but it was out of warranty by then too.

Leaking rear air bags. That’s what it was on mine. After about 3-5 years they seem to go bad.

This truck is a pos!!! I will run thew it with my bronco !!!!💯🔥🤮🥋♥️🎈✊🍀🏈🙏

Is your rear window frame cracked? It looks like it is in the video. This has been a common issue in many fifth gen Rams. If so, be sure to check it for water leaks.

Do you think that this could be done with a 2005 dodge ram king quad 4x4

Since there is a class action lawsuit on compressor failure the answer is no it breaks

has anyone tried air line antifreeze for air brake to keep it moving

How much did the air bags cost for a 1500 ram ?

That's why a got a 10 year ,75,000 mile Bumper to warranty on mine. I live in Mn. where -6 Below is a normal day temp. Now Neg -45 below Zero is a cold day.

Question not trying to be a dick. But since win is 100,000 miles been high miles? We are not in say like the 80s.