NHTSA recall 26V-244 (26V244000)
electronic stability control (esc) recall reported April 16, 2026 - about 6,605 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V244000
- Also written as
- 26V-244
- Manufacturer number
- 36D
- Reported
- April 16, 2026
- Vehicles affected
- ~6,605
- Component
- electronic stability control (esc)
What is being recalled
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."
Why it is dangerous
A loss of electronic stability control increases the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 26V-244 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.