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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 26V244📅 Apr 16, 2026

2026 Ram 2500 recall: stability control

⚠️ What's wrong

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."

💥 The risk

A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.

🔧 The 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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
26V244000
Manufacturer recall #
36D
Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles affected
6,605
Component
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC):CONTROL MODULE
Owner phone
1-800-853-1403
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
May 7, 2026
Built
Sep 13, 2025 – Nov 15, 2025
Recall started by
MFR

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 26V244 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 26V244?

2026 Ram 2500. 6,605 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ram dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-853-1403.