Loss of Electronic Stability Control/FMVSS 126
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Which vehicles may be affected?
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."
Potentially affected: 6,605
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What NHTSA says
Component
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Consequence
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.
Is a fix available?
Call your dealership to schedule the repair. They can confirm whether the parts are in and order them if not.
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Source
NHTSA campaign number: 26V244000
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V244000
Report date: April 16, 2026
Last updated: November 2, 2026
Recall information from NHTSA, shown as published. Car Czar is not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer.