2026 RAM 2500 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2026 RAM 2500 recalls

Most common 2026 RAM 2500 problems

Problem areas named in the 31 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes	13
Electrical System	12
Forward Collision Avoidance	4
Engine	4
Exterior Lighting	3
Power Train	2
Tires	2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	1
Visibility/Wiper	1
Back Over Prevention	1

What owners report

2026-10-28, Visibility
The contact owns a 2026 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the rear defroster overheated. The contact stated that the rear glass had fractured. There was melted plastic and smoke coming from the rear glass. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a defroster system malfunction. The contact was informed that the rear glass and the sensor were replaced and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 4,000.

2026-10-26, Electrical System
In September of 2025, soon after purchasing my RAM, I had to use the front defrost. When the defrost/heater got hot, the touchscreen was inaccessible. I could hear the radio and heater fan, but I could not control any function as the touchscreen was completely black. Once it cooled down everything worked fine. It did it all winter when using the heat and it did it this summer daily when the cab got hot from sitting with windows cracked open at my work place. I am concerned that if it gets too hot, it may catch fire. It is hot to the touch when it happens. I have not asked my dealer about it as I’m on a waiting list for another recall repair There are no warning lights or alarms associated

2026-10-18, Unknown Or Other
I was driving the truck and hauling a trailer. Came home and parked my truck. Within 15 minutes something in the engine bay combusted and caught the entire truck on fire.

2026-10-16, Service Brakes
Ever since this truck was brand new the brakes have been very soft. You have to really push down far into the pedal to get this vehicle to stop. It is a hazard and it’s been that way since New furthermore, on the forums there are so many people that have the same complaint the dealership is telling all of us that it’s normal. It is definitely a safety hazard. I am a retired California Highway Patrol officer who is very familiar with vehicle dynamics and on these forums, I have found maybe 10% of people on here say their brakes work fine 90% of the people say all of the same things that these brakes are dangerous Also, the steering on these vehicles is very loose. There is play in the w

2026-10-08, Tires
275/70 R18 - RAM installs these tires on their 2500 models. The tires are prone to hydroplaning, sidewall issues, and belt separation. These tires are unsafe for the loads in which RAM Heavy Duty trucks are towing/hauling. RAM is choosing to equip these Heavy Duty trucks with unsafe tires even though customers are complaining to RAM. RAM refuses to acknowledge the quality of the tire is not suitable for the purpose of the truck.

2026 RAM 2500 questions

Does the 2026 RAM 2500 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 2026 RAM 2500: Loss of Stability Control Can Raise Crash Risk; Rearview camera image may not appear in reverse; Software Flaw Can Let Ram 2500 Exceed Tire Speed Rating; Loss of Stability Control Can Raise Crash Risk; Instrument Panel May Fail, Hiding Gear and Warning Lights. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2026 RAM 2500?

Based on 31 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes (13), Electrical System (12), Forward Collision Avoidance (4).

How do I check if a recall on my 2026 RAM 2500 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.