The problem
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 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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 26V-651 (26V651000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 90D |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Electronic stability control (ESC) › Control module |
| Report date | October 6, 2026 |
| Vehicles affected | 8,329 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 26V-651 repair free?
Yes. Ram dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 8,329 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.