Passenger side door speaker, and dash speaker have recently stopped working

[Farrand476]

I just purchased a 2019 ram big horn and the speaker on the passenger side cut out on me and then came back the next day but then a few days after that I lost complete sound to those speakers I have checked just about everything I can think of from pulling the door panel off checking the speaker testing a new speaker in those same location Moving the balance and the fade to the front tooth speakers on the passenger side and I get nothing. I’m seeing things about a factory update or maybe the stock amplifier. Has anybody had this problem?

 

[KJ6MTJ]

I recently lost both of my driver side door speakers. Think it was due to the noise cancelation system. I was returning from Texas, pulling my RV back home to AL and noticed no more audio coming from left side. I really don't listen to my music all that loud, mainly mute it due to having my HAM and CB radios going. I replaced all six speakers (2 on dash and 4 doors) and after that and bought a wire harness that basically disconnects the four mics to the noise cancelation system. No more drone effect or hearing them damn frame vibators that help counter sounds. Easy enough to remove the door panels and highly recommend using Wolf harness adapters. each door 1/2 hour taking my time. Wish I knew about the NCS under the drivers seat earlier. Would have bought one of them bypass harness right away might have saved my speakers.

 

[SKT Customs]

My front speakers went out and it was due to the water in the doors when it rains or when I wash the truck. Sucks

 

[HemiDude]

My front speakers went out and it was due to the water in the doors when it rains or when I wash the truck. Sucks

Yeah I've never had a vehicle that let as much water past the window trim as the Rams do. Don't know why they didn't design the sweeps to fit a little more snug

 

[SKT Customs]

Yeah I've never had a vehicle that let as much water past the window trim as the Rams do. Don't know why they didn't design the sweeps to fit a little more snug

I’m glad it’s not just me with that problem haha yeah it’s bizarre!

 

[HemiDude]

I’m glad it’s not just me with that problem haha yeah it’s bizarre!

I wonder if there is a good aftermarket replacement out there. I haven't found one online, though I haven't committed to a thorough search, yet

 

[LouInAL]

I'm having a similar problem with my 2019 Ram 1500. Both driver-side door speakers are completely out. I thought the driver-side dash speaker was very muted as well, but after playing around with the L-R and F-R balance a little I see that the passenger-side dash speaker doesn't put out much sound either, so I'm not really sure if the driver-side dash speaker is messed up as well or if the dash speakers just don't put out much sound by design.

In any event, since I lost two speakers at the same time I figure it has to be either wiring, a loose connector, or possibly the amp (if one side of an amp can fail).

Can someone tell me where the amplifier is located and any specific problem areas I should look for? I have an appointment at the dealership next week but they charge a $159 diagnostic fee (I guess they think they're working on airplanes or submarines) so I'm hoping it's an easy fix that I can do.

 

[Koley]

I'm having a similar problem with my 2019 Ram 1500. Both driver-side door speakers are completely out. I thought the driver-side dash speaker was very muted as well, but after playing around with the L-R and F-R balance a little I see that the passenger-side dash speaker doesn't put out much sound either, so I'm not really sure if the driver-side dash speaker is messed up as well or if the dash speakers just don't put out much sound by design.

In any event, since I lost two speakers at the same time I figure it has to be either wiring, a loose connector, or possibly the amp (if one side of an amp can fail).

Can someone tell me where the amplifier is located and any specific problem areas I should look for? I have an appointment at the dealership next week but they charge a $159 diagnostic fee (I guess they think they're working on airplanes or submarines) so I'm hoping it's an easy fix that I can do.

Did you ever get an answer or a fix to your issues? I have front passenger dash speaker barely getting any sound out of it, and need to address. Thanks.

 

[1791]

i installed these when i upgraded the speakers in both my 5th gens, i consider it cheep insurance. ......i do not anticipate a problem. when i removed the stock units they looked like they never had a drop of water on them in either truck. that being said i did a install on another guy's 5th gen and his speakers were totally corroded and got wet ALOT. luck of the draw i guess kinda like the back window not all do but most leak

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also if the radio see's a short it's designed to shut the channel down to protect the amp ANC or not. so you are going to have to pull the door panel off to check the speaker and clean off any corrosion that is causing a short, while your in there get the baffles i listed and put them in, heck you may want to upgrade the speakers while your in there....or not. i installed these Kenwood's in that guy's 5th gen i liked the sound so much i went ahead and got myself a set
everything you need for the upgrade right here.......crossovers, pry tools, silicone baffles and all

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[Jawoodford43]

I have had the same problem on my 2019 BigHorn, happened while still under warranty, on the passenger, side replaced twice went out in a few weeks. they never found the problem I have just learned to live with it. I am now thinking about changing out the radio and up grading speakers but dayum that is a whole different battle.

 

[1791]

i practice what i preach i suggested the kenwood replacements and a silicone boot to keep water off them and threw a link up.
installed them today i did use pac speaker plug adaptors. they do have a 4 channel 100x4 amp on them. but still a good upgrade to a stock radio.