2026 RAM 2500 Recall: Trucks may be equipped with steering column control modules that can cause…
NHTSA campaign 26V244000 · Electronic Stability Control (esc) · filed Apr 16, 2026 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The 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."
The risk
A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
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.
Affected vehicles
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Other campaigns involving RAM vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 26V244000 (manufacturer number 36D). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.