Engine
3.0L 6-cyl
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Electrical system
167 complaint records3 fire reports1 crash report
"Due to cold weather tire pressure went down, notice on screen is telling me to inflate to 50 psi. This information is incorrect...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Driver assistance
119 complaint records4 crash reports
"The rear view camera and screen turn off while backing up. I have taking it to the dealer for repairs two time with no results...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse driver assistance parts in the directory →
Engine & cooling
70 complaint records1 fire report
"Multiple cylinder misfire, code has popped up multiple times. Already had fuel sensor replaced one month after purchase...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26V495000 | Seat Belts | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle anchors may have been improperly installed. | Normally free |
| 26V225000 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, Ram 4500 Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. | Normally free |
| 26V059000 | Exterior Lighting | 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... | Normally free |
| 25V826000 | Electrical System | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Ram 1500 Pickup, Ram 2500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Pickup, Ram 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Ram Cab Chassis, and Ram 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. | Normally free |
| 25V231000 | Tires | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Ram 1500 vehicles. A software error may cause an incorrect tire inflation pressure message to display on the instrument panel. | Normally free |
| 24V942000 | Exterior Lighting | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. Incorrect headlight module software may cause the headlights to become inoperative. | Normally free |
| 24V794000 | Wheels | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Ram 1500 vehicles. The front wheel hub encoder rings may be damaged, which can disable the electronic stability control system. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026371 2026-07-30 | Seats And Restraints | 156,138 | Issue: On certain trucks, the second-row seat belt anchors may not be properly attached. As a result, the seat belt(s) could detach in a crash. Safety Risk: A seat belt that detaches could increase the risk of injury in a crash. |
| 2026179 2026-04-09 | Visual System | 3,864 | Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument panel cluster screen not to display when starting the vehicle or while driving. |
| 2026043 2026-02-02 | Electrical | 44,696 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the trailer tow module could fail. As a result, the trailer lights may not work when towing a trailer. This problem could also cause the trailer brakes not to work. |
| 2025659 2025-12-01 | Visual System | 9,842 | Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument panel cluster screen not to display when starting the vehicle or while driving. |
| 2025192 2025-04-10 | Visual System | 1,524 | Issue: On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause an incorrect tire inflation pressure message to appear on the instrument panel. The message incorrectly states to inflate to 50 psi instead of the recommended tire pressure. |
| 2024765 2024-12-19 | Lights And Instruments | 24 | Issue: On certain trucks, a software problem could cause the headlamps to turn off. As a result, the vehicles don't meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations. |
| 2024638 2024-10-17 | Suspension | 3,813 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the front wheel hub encoder rings may have been damaged during production and could cause the electronic stability control (ESC) system not to work. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100203 Aug 2024 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Unknown Or Other | "WARRANTY OPERATIONS NEWSLETTER VOLUME 10, ISSUE 8" |
| 100209 Sep 2024 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Unknown Or Other | Warranty Newsletter Volume 10 Issue 8_ID |
| 105139 May 2025 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Unknown Or Other | Warranty Newsletter – Volume 11, Issue 5 |
| 13D Combo May 2026 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Engine | Emissions Recall 13D - ESS Function Disabled After Valve Body Service - Dealer Notification |
| 18-077-26 Aug 2026 | Engine | Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle may SYMPTOM: exhibit/set the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): ● P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. | |
| 9100861 Rev 4 Aug 2026 | Electrical System | PUMP, Auxiliary Coolant, High Temperature Before replacing the High Temperature Auxiliary Coolant Pump, please perform the following steps: 1) Key ON/OFF and let the after-run pump run for at least 20 minutes before moving on to step #2. | |
| 114073 Aug 2026 | Electrical System | MOTOR - WINDOW REGULATOR | |
| 114072 Aug 2026 | Electrical System | MOTOR - WINDOW REGULATOR | |
| 9100879 Aug 2026 | Electrical System | Front Passenger Display Module Verify "Z" part number availability. Order a "Z" part number for all Exchange Orders, Warranty, Mopar, Customer Pay and Service Contract. Order "68" part number for New, Unsold units only. | |
| 08-305-26 Aug 2026 | Electrical System | Flash: Brake System Control Module (BSCM) Updates **Customers may experience one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: ● Warning message "Selec-Speed Unavailable" appears in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) when trying to enable the Selec-Speed Control (SSC) function. | |
| 9100867 Jul 2026 | Air Bags | MODULE Air Bag Control Please ensure vehicle voltage is within specified limits. Most faults will store after an ignition cycle if the vehicle voltage is within specified limits. | |
| 9100861 Rev 3 Jul 2026 | Engine | PUMP, Auxiliary Coolant Before replacing the Auxiliary Coolant Pump, please perform the following steps: 1) Key ON/OFF and let the after-run pump run for at least 20 minutes before moving on to step #2. 2) Inspect the pump connector area for presence of water. | |
| 113672 Jul 2026 | Steering | GEAR KIT - RING AND PINION | |
| 18-071-26 Jul 2026 | Power Train | Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● **U0104-00 - Lost Communication With Cruise Control... | |
| 18-072-26 Jul 2026 | Engine | GMET6 SO MIL Changes At Elevation Above 1,000 FT Customers must experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination and the vehicle must SYMPTOM: exhibit/set one or more of the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs): ● P0300-00 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. | |
| 08-283-26 Jul 2026 | Electrical System | Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. Battery Pack Control Module (BPCM) Software Update Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. | |
| 9100861 Rev 1 Jul 2026 | Engine | PUMP, Auxiliary Coolant Before replacing the Auxiliary Coolant Pump, please perform the following steps: 1) Key ON/OFF and let the after-run pump run for at least 20 minutes before moving on to step #2. 2) Inspect the pump connector area for presence of water. | |
| 08-278-26 Jul 2026 | Electrical System | Not applicable to vehicles built for US market. Digital Key Control Module (DKCM) SOP 5.0 FOTA Only The customer may comment on the following: SYMPTOM: ● Smart Phone As Key does not work. ● Unable to pair their device as a Digital Key. | |
| S2608000032 Jul 2026 | Electrical System | Instrumental Panel Cluster (IPC) Mechanical Gauge Stuck, Inaccurate | |
| 9100861 Jul 2026 | Electrical System | PUMP, Auxiliary Coolant Before replacing the Auxiliary Coolant Pump, please perform the following steps: 1) Key ON/OFF and let the after-run pump run for at least 20 minutes before moving on to step #2. 2) Inspect the pump connector area for presence of water. | |
| 08-267-26 Jul 2026 | Electrical System | Power Tailgate Module (PTGM) Setting In Radio Reverts Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● PTGM setting in radio reverts back to Auto mode after selecting Manual mode. | |
| 9100855 Rev 1 Jul 2026 | Structure | 2 WAY LUMBAR SWITCH If the Driver Seat Lumbar Support is inoperative, stuck, or not responding as expected, obtain the following information from the customer prior to replacing the lumbar switch: 1.Which lumbar function is not operating properly? | |
| S2508000025 REV. B Jul 2026 | Electrical System | Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) and Radio Compass Display has Dashes (--) | |
| 9100855 Jul 2026 | Electrical System | 2 WAY LUMBAR SWITCH If the Driver Seat Lumbar Support is inoperative, stuck, or not responding as expected, obtain the following information from the customer prior to replacing the lumbar switch: 1.Which lumbar function is not operating properly? | |
| 9100853 Jul 2026 | Structure | SWITCH Power Window 25-26 DJ and D2. Driver door mirror switches are sticking down. This is being caused by excess trim panel material extending into the switch opening which puts pressure on the switch bezel. Material needs to be removed from the opening. | |
| 9100833 REV1 Jul 2026 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Fuel Delivery Module Before replacing the fuel module for DTCs P0461 and P062A and other not start, long crank, fuel gauge accuracy and drivability issues, the technician should disconnect the electrical connector at the pump and perform a visual inspection of the connector for... | |
| 113277 Jul 2026 | Unknown Or Other | CORE – HEATER | |
| 113276 Jul 2026 | Unknown Or Other | CORE – HEATER | |
| 08-195-26 REV. B Jun 2026 | Electrical System | Flash: Door Control Module (DCM) Updates Technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC): SYMPTOM: ● B2577-00 - Window Not Calibrated / Lost Calibration.** Customers may experience one or more of the following: ● Driver and passenger window 'auto up' function is... | |
| S2418000012 REV.B Jun 2026 | Engine | Mil On/Check Engine Lamp (CEL) On, Engine Runs Rough |
Showing 30 of 570 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Try the camera, sensors, and any driver-assist features in a parking lot.A blank or frozen backup camera image and phantom sensor alerts are this vehicle's driver-assistance complaints.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 7 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask the dealer whether the warranty extension on file still applies to this VIN.The manufacturer issued 4 warranty extensions for this vehicle (see the service bulletins section). Extended coverage often runs by years or miles from the original sale, and a repair the seller paid for may have been free.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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