Model year 2018 · Ram

2018 Ram 1500 recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 15 safety recall campaigns for the 2018 Ram 1500. The most recent was reported on September 11, 2025. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: 1500.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2018 Ram 1500, newest first
NHTSA number	Reported	Component
25V592000	September 11, 2025	Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator
25V010000	January 16, 2025	Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator
23V411000	June 8, 2023	Engine And Engine Cooling
22V406000	June 9, 2022	Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Fuel Pump
21V632000	August 12, 2021	Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain
20V475000	August 13, 2020	Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel
19V757000	October 24, 2019	Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
19V347000	May 9, 2019	Latches/Locks/Linkages › Tailgate › Latch
19V324000	April 25, 2019	Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft
18V556000	August 23, 2018	Power Train › Axle Assembly
18V524000	August 9, 2018	Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood
18V398000	June 14, 2018	Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
18V332000	May 17, 2018	Electrical System › Software
18V280000	May 1, 2018	Power Train › Automatic Transmission
18V100000	February 8, 2018	Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Systems involved: Power Train (4) · Air Bags (3) · Engine And Engine Cooling (3) · Electrical System (2) · Back Over Prevention (1) · Fuel System, Diesel (1) · Latches/Locks/Linkages (1) · Vehicle Speed Control (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 25V592000Manufacturer no. 83C, 91C, 92C

Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator

Report received by NHTSA: September 11, 2025
Owner notification: September 25, 2025
Recall initiated by: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected: 1,761 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ram 1500: May 21, 2018 – June 26, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.

Safety risk

An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 83C, 91C, and 92C. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 18, 2025.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V592000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V010000Manufacturer no. 05C, 09C, 10C

Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator

Report received by NHTSA: January 16, 2025
Owner notification: February 13, 2025
Recall initiated by: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected: 6,066 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ram 3500, Ram 1500, 2016-2020 Ram 2500, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.

Safety risk

An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 05C, 09C, and 10C.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V010000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V411000Manufacturer no. 66A

Engine And Engine Cooling

Report received by NHTSA: June 8, 2023
Owner notification: October 31, 2023
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 80,629 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

Safety risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V411000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V406000Manufacturer no. Z46

Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Report received by NHTSA: June 9, 2022
Owner notification: January 11, 2024
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 138,645 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.

Safety risk

Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V406000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V632000Manufacturer no. Y55

Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain

Report received by NHTSA: August 12, 2021
Owner notification: May 26, 2022
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 212,373 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Components: Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain; Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

Safety risk

A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V632000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V475000Manufacturer no. W58

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel

Report received by NHTSA: August 13, 2020
Owner notification: February 18, 2021
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 58,016 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

Safety risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-2002. FCA US's number for this recall is W58.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V475000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V757000Manufacturer no. VB1

Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)

Report received by NHTSA: October 24, 2019
Owner notification: April 16, 2020
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 107,980 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ram 1500: June 12, 2013 – October 23, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.

Safety risk

Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V757000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V347000Manufacturer no. V44

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Tailgate › Latch

Report received by NHTSA: May 9, 2019
Owner notification: May 23, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 1,103,209 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ram 1500: June 20, 2012 – March 31, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.

Safety risk

If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V347000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V324000Manufacturer no. V48

Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

Report received by NHTSA: April 25, 2019
Owner notification: June 13, 2019
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 10,160 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ram 1500: March 16, 2018 – April 20, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. The rear driveshaft may have an incomplete weld fusion between the tube and tube yoke, which may lead to weld cracking or the driveshaft fracturing.

Safety risk

A fractured rear driveshaft could detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, or it may result in a loss of drive power, both of which can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. The FCA US recall number is V48.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V324000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V556000Manufacturer no. U88

Power Train › Axle Assembly

Report received by NHTSA: August 23, 2018
Owner notification: September 26, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 4,171 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ram 1500: April 23, 2018 – August 8, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018-2019 RAM 1500 trucks. The rear differential may have been insufficiently filled, possibly resulting in its failure.

Safety risk

If the rear axle assembly fails, it can cause a loss of drive or the rear wheels may lock up. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear axle oil level. Rear axles with an insufficient amount of oil will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U88.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V556000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V524000Manufacturer no. U87

Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood

Report received by NHTSA: August 9, 2018
Owner notification: October 2, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 12,779 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ram 1500: September 2, 2017 – December 14, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Jeep Renegade, Compass and Grand Cherokee, RAM 1500 and Promaster, Fiat 500x, Dodge Journey, Challenger, Charger and Durango and Chrysler 300x vehicles, 2017-2018 Jeep Wrangler, Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town and Country vehicles and 2018-2019 Jeep Cherokee and 2018 Chrysler Pacifica and Pacifica Hybrid vehicles. The powertrain control module may be equipped with a voltage regulator chip in the circuit board that may fail, causing a stall or a no start condition.

Safety risk

A vehicle stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began October 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U87.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V524000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V398000Manufacturer no. U56

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA: June 14, 2018
Owner notification: August 2, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 1,837 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ram 1500: May 1, 2018 – May 10, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Journey and RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 vehicles. The backup camera may experience a loss of image display while backing up. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rearview Mirrors."

Safety risk

A loss of image in the rearview camera while backing up can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rearview mirror, free of charge. The recall began August 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U56.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V398000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V332000Manufacturer no. U49,U59-U65,U68,U73

Electrical System › Software

Report received by NHTSA: May 17, 2018
Owner notification: June 4, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 4,815,661 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ram 1500: May 15, 2013 – May 24, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Components: Electrical System › Software; Electrical System › Wiring; Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

Safety risk

If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V332000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V280000Manufacturer no. U43

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Report received by NHTSA: May 1, 2018
Owner notification: June 28, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 71 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ram 1500: February 28, 2018 – March 27, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2018 Dodge Charger, Durango and Challenger, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Chrysler 300, and RAM 1500 vehicles. An incorrect transmission park lock rod may have been installed in the transmission.

Safety risk

If the incorrect park lock rod is installed, the transmission may not shift into 'PARK' and keep the vehicle from moving, increasing the risk of unintended vehicle movement and the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install the correct park lock rod, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U43.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V280000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V100000Manufacturer no. U11

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Report received by NHTSA: February 8, 2018
Owner notification: February 26, 2018
Recall initiated by: Manufacturer
Units potentially affected: 180,462 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2018 Ram 1500: January 1, 2017 – January 13, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record: 1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017-2018 RAM 1500, 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.

Safety risk

Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will update the Body Control Module software. Dealers will also test the BTSI operation, replacing the solenoid as necessary. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U11.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V100000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

Records reproduce NHTSA's published text for each campaign. Last record date for this page: September 11, 2025.