Recall 26V059000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS Defect in 2024-2026 RAM 5500

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RECALL This recall affects up to 456,287 vehicles.

Recall Summary

NHTSA Campaign 26V059000
Manufacturer Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Vehicles Affected 456,287
Component EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Affected Vehicles

Defect Description

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Jeep Wagoneer S, 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, Ram 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2026 Jeep Cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.

Safety Consequence

Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 24, 2026. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 03D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 10, 2026.

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Campaign Vehicle Component Date Affected
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25V882000 2025 RAM 3500 ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) 52,565
25V824000 2019 RAM 3500 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR 1,589
25V826000 2026 RAM 1500 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL 72,509
25V720000 2018 RAM PROMASTER ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY 301,838
25V765000 2021 RAM 3500 STEERING:STEERING CONTROL MODULE 532
25V665000 2025 RAM PROMASTER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER:SOFTWARE 790
25V618000 2023 RAM 4500 TRAILER HITCHES 10
25V592000 2018 RAM 2500 AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR 1,761
25V530000 2026 RAM 4500 SERVICE BRAKES 2,885
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