2026 Ram 2500 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Service Brakes (12) · Engine (3) · Electrical System (3)
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Safety recalls (8)
Electronic Stability Control (Esc):control Module 2026-10-06 · campaign 26V651000 · 8,329 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Ram 2500 Pickup trucks. The trucks may be equipped with steering column control modules that can cause a loss of electronic stability control. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering column control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 24, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 90D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 13, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V244.
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera 2026-08-13 · campaign 26V531000 · 844,028 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requi
Risk: A rearview camera image that fails to display reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 2026-05-07 · campaign 26V288000 · 12,736 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Ram 2500 Pick up trucks. A software error in the powertrain control module may improperly allow the vehicle speed to exceed the tire speed rating, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.
Risk: Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 43D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 14, 2026.
Electronic Stability Control (Esc):control Module 2026-04-16 · campaign 26V244000 · 6,605 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Ram 2500 Pickup trucks. The trucks may be equipped with steering column control modules that can cause a loss of electronic stability control. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Risk: A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the steering column control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 7, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 36D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 23, 2026.
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel 2026-04-09 · campaign 26V225000 · 65,348 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel display to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards numbers 102, "Transmission Shift Position Sequence," 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems," 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Eq
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as gear selection and warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 35D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 16, 2026.
Exterior Lighting:brake Lights 2026-02-02 · campaign 26V059000 · 456,287 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.
Risk: Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning March 17, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 10, 2026.
Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel 2025-12-01 · campaign 25V826000 · 72,509 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Ram Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. A software error may cause the instrument panel cluster display to be blank. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems," 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems," and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, sta
Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or gear selection, increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and update the instrument panel software or replace the instrument panel cluster, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 18, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's numbers for this recall are B4C and B8C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 4, 2025.
Service Brakes 2025-08-18 · campaign 25V530000 · 2,885 vehicles
Defect: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Ram 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 2500, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The instrument panel may display an incorrect brake system warning light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 101, "Control and Displays."
Risk: An incorrect warning light can fail to alert the driver to critical safety information, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 9, 2025. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 79C.
Service bulletins (229)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Wheels 2026-10-21 · 08-377-26 REV. B · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) red xx displayed and/or warning indicator illuminated customers must experience a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination and the vehicle must symptom: exhibit/set one or more of the following diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs): ● c1501-31 - tire pressure se
Electrical System 2026-10-20 · 08-385-26 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
flash: trailer tow module (ttm) update customers may experience the following: symptom: ● 'check trailer turn lamp' message is displayed in the instrument panel cluster (ipc) with no trailer connected. this bulletin involves inspecting and possibly reprogramming the ttm with the latest software.
Wheels 2026-10-17 · 08-377-26 REV. A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) red xx displayed and/or warning indicator illuminated customers must experience a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination and the vehicle must symptom: exhibit/set one or more of the following diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs): ● c1501-31 - tire pressure se
Electrical System 2026-10-16 · S2608000039 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
trailer reverse steering control radio soft button blinks even without a user-initiated calibration
Electrical System 2026-10-15 · 9100945 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
fuse block - pwr distribution a/c blowing hot air or not working. a/c relay clutch not operating, dealers are unnecessary replacing pdcs. battery disconnection is required to reset pcm. please follow sol s2624000004.
Electrical System 2026-10-15 · 9100938 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
fuse block - pwr distribution
Showing the 6 most recent of 229 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-28 · Visibility:defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · 4,000 mi“the contact owns a 2026 ram 2500. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the rear defroster overheated. the contact stated that the rear glass had fractured. there was melted plastic and smoke coming from the rear glass. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a defroster system malfunction. the contact was informed t…”
2026-10-26 · Electrical System“in september of 2025, soon after purchasing my ram, i had to use the front defrost. when the defrost/heater got hot, the touchscreen was inaccessible. i could hear the radio and heater fan, but i could not control any function as the touchscreen was completely black. once it cooled down everything worked fine. it did it all winter when using the he…”
2026-10-18 · Unknown Or Other · 🔥 fire“i was driving the truck and hauling a trailer. came home and parked my truck. within 15 minutes something in the engine bay combusted and caught the entire truck on fire. …”
2026-10-16 · Steering“ever since this truck was brand new the brakes have been very soft. you have to really push down far into the pedal to get this vehicle to stop. it is a hazard and it’s been that way since new furthermore, on the forums there are so many people that have the same complaint the dealership is telling all of us that it’s normal. it is definitely a saf…”
2026-10-08 · Tires“275/70 r18 - ram installs these tires on their 2500 models. the tires are prone to hydroplaning, sidewall issues, and belt separation. these tires are unsafe for the loads in which ram heavy duty trucks are towing/hauling. ram is choosing to equip these heavy duty trucks with unsafe tires even though customers are complaining to ram. ram refuses to…”
2026-09-30 · Tires“my driver side rear tire blew out on my new 26 ram 2500, with approximately 6500 miles on it. yes, it's available for inspection. the sidewall blew out violently throwing rubber across 3 lanes just after reaching speed limit of 65 mph with moderate traffic i had just fueled, approx. 3/4 of a mile back @ exit 30 on the westbound [xxx] just ea…”
2026-09-23 · Equipment:electrical:infotainment“one month old truck, 2026 ram 2500 crew cab 4x4 lone star with 12" uconnect system. the uconnect system automatically selects a side view of the truck depending on which side your turning and turn signals are activated to. the issue is that at night the screen view is too bright when the camera comes on, essentially blinding the driver. it is hard …”
2026-09-14 · Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking“backing truck with trailer, auto park engaged leaving me in on comming traffic almost causing a very bad wreck. no time to reset.…”
2026-08-29 · Service Brakes“i bought my 2026 ram in sept 2025. ram knew about the recall but didn’t announce it until feb 26. i found that out after i purchased it. the trailer brake module is faulty as you know. i bought it to replace my 2017 ram that also had an unrepaired recall. i have a camper i would like to use but i am afraid to pull it. i call every week to che…”
2026-08-06 · Exterior Lighting“the contact owns a 2026 ram 2500. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 26v059000 (exterior lighting, electrical system); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the dealer was contacted, and it was confi…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.