NHTSA safety recall

Recall 26V288000 · manufacturer campaign 43D

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm) — RAM · reported 7 May 2026 · 12,736 vehicles potentially affected

What's wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2023-2026 Ram 2500 Pick up trucks. A software error in the powertrain control module may improperly allow the vehicle speed to exceed the tire speed rating, which can result in a loss of vehicle control.

The risk

Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 21, 2026. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 43D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 14, 2026.

NHTSA campaign
26V288000
Manufacturer campaign
43D
Filed by
Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)
Report received
7 May 2026
Owners notified
21 May 2026
Potentially affected
12,736

Vehicles covered by this recall

Whether a particular car is affected and still unrepaired depends on its VIN — a model year being listed does not mean every car of that year is included. Check any VIN free on CarLogs, or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

2023 RAM 2500 2024 RAM 2500 2025 RAM 2500 2026 RAM 2500

Is this car's recall fixed?

Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer, for the life of the vehicle. A CarLogs report shows the recall status for a specific VIN as reported by the manufacturer — whether it's open or repaired, and whether the fix is available yet.

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