NHTSA Recall 26V244000: Electronic stability control (esc): control module
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,605 vehicles. It affects 2026 RAM 2500.
| NHTSA campaign | 26V244000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 36D |
| Component | ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) › CONTROL MODULE |
| Report received | April 16, 2026 |
| Owner notification | May 7, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
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."
Safety risk
A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 26V244000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| RAM 2500 | 2026 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.