Stellantis recalls RAM pickups over reduced stability and occupant protection

Stellantis recalls RAM pickups over reduced stability and occupant protection

December 30, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI – December 30, 2025 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the RAM brand, is recalling 52,565 pickup trucks that may be unstable or offer insufficient occupant protection in a crash. Both defects increase the risk of an injury.

The following models are affected:  

  • 2025 RAM 2500
  • 2025 RAM 3500
  • 2025 RAM 4500
  • 2025 RAM 5500

Recall summary

The electronic stability control (ESP) system prevents the wheels from locking up or sliding during harsh maneuvers. In a crash, seatbelt pretensioners tighten the seatbelt to hold the passenger’s torso more firmly, while the airbag inflates to provide a soft cushion between surrounding surfaces. 

In the affected pickup trucks, these safety features may stop working due to a software error. 

Recall risks

A vehicle with inactive ESP is less stable on the road, while inoperable seatbelt pretensioners and airbags reduce occupant protection in a crash. 

Warning signs  

ESP, airbag or seatbelt pretensioner failure will trigger corresponding warning lights on the dashboard. 

Other RAM recalls

In December 2025, more than 70,000 RAM pickup trucks were recalled because their instrument panels could have gone blank. 

On a separate note, Stellantis is currently being investigated by the U.S. government over complaints of vehicles that rolled away despite being parked.

The repair

The dealers will update the vehicle’s software, free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners will be mailed between January 15, 2026 and January 16, 2026. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 52,500 pickup trucks are affected by this RAM airbag recall. To do a RAM recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Stellantis expands its brake pedal failure recall

Stellantis expands its brake pedal failure recall

December 26, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI – December 26, 2025 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Alfa Romeo and Dodge brands, is recalling 5,974 plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) whose brakes may fail. This defect could cause a crash and injuries.

The following models are affected:  

  • 2024 Dodge Hornet PHEV
  • 2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale PHEV

This is an expansion of a similar recall from October 2024. 

Recall summary

The brake pedal in the affected crossovers may collapse when the driver presses it. 

Recall risks

A car with a broken brake pedal would be difficult to stop, which would dramatically up the chances of a crash and injury. 

Safety tips 

Should the brake pedal collapse while driving, the driver should activate the electronic parking brake and control the vehicle until it comes to a halt. The car would also brake on its own thanks to the automatic emergency braking system if the possibility of a crash is imminent.

Previous brake pedal issues 

Stellantis originally recalled around 21,000 cars for the same issue in October of last year, as reported. Further analysis, however, revealed that more vehicles than originally suspected were affected by this problem.

The present recall comes on the back of one accident. No injuries have been reported.

Other Dodge recalls

In June 2025, more than 8,000 Dodge Charger EVs were recalled because they could have failed to emit sound alerts to warn pedestrians and other vehicles.

In May 2025, nearly 50,000 Alfa Romeo and Dodge SUVs were recalled over defective rearview cameras. 

The repair

The dealers will reinforce the brake pedal assembly by adding a bolt and nut to hold it more firmly. This will be done free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners will be mailed by January 13, 2026. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Almost 6,000 Alfa Romeo and Dodge crossovers are affected by this Stellantis brake pedal recall. To do an Alfa Romeo or a Dodge recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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Stellantis recalls RAMs over blank instrument clusters

Stellantis recalls RAMs over blank instrument clusters 

December 22, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI – December 22, 2025 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the RAM brand, is recalling 72,509 pickup trucks whose instrument panels may go blank. This leaves the driver without vital information, upping the risk of a crash.

The following models are affected: 

  • 2025 – 2026 RAM 1500
  • 2025 – 2026 RAM 2500
  • 2025 – 2026 RAM 3500
  • 2025 – 2026 RAM 4500
  • 2025 – 2026 RAM 5500

Recall summary

An instrument cluster displays vital information on the vehicle’s speed, gear selection and brake system warnings. In the affected trucks, the instrument cluster may go blank upon startup or while driving due to a software error. 

Recall risks

The absence of crucial driving parameters increases the risk of a crash and injury.

Warning signs 

Before the instrument cluster goes blank, the driver may see the malfunction indicator light (MIL) come on.

Other RAM recalls

In December 2025, nearly 318,000 heavy-duty RAM pickup trucks were recalled over reduced braking performance. 

Separately, the carmaker is currently being investigated by the U.S. government over allegations that its pickup trucks may accidentally shift out of Park and roll away, as reported. 

The repair

The dealers will reprogram or replace the instrument cluster free of charge. 

Notifications to the owners will be mailed between January 8, 2026 and January 23, 2026. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 72,500 pickup trucks are affected by this RAM blank instrument cluster recall. To do a RAM recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. 

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US government investigates Stellantis over transmission difficulties

US government investigates Stellantis over transmission difficulties 

August 19, 2025 Bojan Popic

Washington, D.C. – August 19, 2025 – The U.S. government auto safety regulator is investigating Stellantis (NYSE:STLA) over allegations that 2013-2018 Dodge Dart cars may be difficult to shift into a selected gear. This defect increases the risk of a crash and injury. 

If this investigation leads to a Dodge recall, it could affect 299,000 vehicles. These cars were already recalled back in 2019 for the same issue.

Investigation summary  

The regulator, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), initiated an investigation on June 30, 2025, following 44 complaints of vehicles being difficult to shift into a gear after their transmission shifter cables were replaced as part of the April 2019 recall. 

Based on the allegations, the shifting issues range from difficult or failed Park gear engagement – which can lead to a vehicle rollaway – to “jumping out of gear” or engine shutdown while driving.

The purpose of the investigation is to determine whether the repairs performed during the previous recall are sufficient and establish how the current incidents relate to it. 

Risks

If the Park gear is not engaged, the vehicle may roll away once the driver gets out of it. In addition, if the car jumps out of gear or shuts off while driving, it can get hit from behind. Both situations up the risk of an injury.  

Dangerous incidents 

One driver stated that a snapped transmission cable caused the steering wheel in her 2013 Dodge Dart to lock up on the highway, putting her and her passengers in a harmful situation.

Another one could not shift into Park, leaving him with a hard choice of either leaving the car running or turn the key into a position where it would shut off the engine but would not let him lock the doors. Despite his predicament, the dealership claimed that the car had no issues.

Other Dodge recalls

In June 2025, Dodge recalled electric Chargers that could fail to alert the nearby pedestrians of their silent approach.  

In May 2025, Dodge SUVs were recalled because their rearview cameras failed to show an image when backing up, as reported. 

Is your vehicle part of a recall?

This investigation could lead to a Dodge gear recall, affecting almost 300,000 cars. To do a Dodge recall check and see if your vehicle might be a part of it, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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US government investigates Stellantis over rollaway risk

US government investigates Stellantis over rollaway risk 

August 7, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Washington, D.C. – August 7, 2025 – The U.S. government auto safety regulator is investigating Stellantis (NYSE:STLA) over allegations that their pickup trucks may accidentally shift out of Park and roll away, increasing the risk of a crash and injury.

If this investigation leads to a recall, it could affect an estimated 1.88 million trucks, including the following:

  • 2013 – 2018 RAM 1500
  • 2013 – 2018 RAM 2500
  • 2013 – 2018 RAM 3500
  • 2013 – 2018 RAM 4500
  • 2013 – 2018 RAM 5500

Most of these pickups were recalled in December 2017 or February 2018 over the same issue. 

Investigation summary  

The regulator, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), initiated an investigation on July 3, 2025, following 14 complaints of vehicles that rolled away despite being parked. This has resulted in 12 crashes, in which seven people sustained injuries. 

The purpose of the investigation is to determine whether the repairs performed previously were sufficient, ascertain the root cause of the accidents and identify why the Park gear mechanism that is set to prevent rollaways keeps malfunctioning. 

Risks

An unattended vehicle that shifts out of Park gear may roll away and crash, causing injuries to any occupants inside it or nearby pedestrians or damaging surrounding objects. 

Vehicle “crashed into some trees”

Drivers described harrowing accidents that resulted in the vehicles being totaled or colliding with stationary objects while being turned off and parked. In one, the car was parked on a street when, suddenly, it rolled away and hit a “utility pole nearly braking… in two.”

In another, the car crashed into trees with a child inside who luckily was not injured.

Previous recalls

In December 2017 and February 2018, RAM recalled most of these trucks to inspect the operation of the Park Gear mechanism and replace it if necessary. This procedure was accompanied by a software update to the vehicle’s Body Control Module (BCM).

Is your vehicle part of a recall?

This investigation could lead to a RAM parking brake recall, potentially affecting 1.88 million pickups. To do a RAM recall check and see if your vehicle might be a part of it, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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Stellantis recalls Dodge Chargers that could strike pedestrians

Stellantis recalls Dodge Chargers that could strike pedestrians

June 27, 2025 Bojan Popic

Auburn Hills, MI – June 27, 2025 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Dodge brand, is recalling 8,390 2024-2025 Dodge Charger electric cars that may fail to emit sound alerts to warn pedestrians and other vehicles. The defect increases the risk of a crash and injury. 

Recall summary

The affected electric cars are equipped with exterior amplifiers that generate a sound to warn nearby pedestrians and vehicles of their otherwise silent approach.  Due to a software error, this safety feature may fail to engage when needed.

Recall risks

If the electric vehicle does not emit a warning sound, the surrounding pedestrians and motorists may not notice it, which ups the chances of a crash.  

Other Dodge recalls

In May 2025, Dodge Hornet SUVs were recalled because their rearview cameras could fail to show an image while backing up.

In December 2024, Stellantis recalled more than 300,000 RAM pickups due to inoperable safety features.    

The repair

The dealers will update the amplifier’s software free of charge.  

The owners should receive their notifications by July 10, 2025.  

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 8,000 electric Chargers are affected by this Dodge pedestrian warning recall. To do a Dodge recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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Stellantis recalls Alfa Romeo and Dodge SUVs over faulty rearview cameras

Stellantis recalls Alfa Romeo and Dodge SUVs over faulty rearview cameras 

May 8, 2025 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI – May 8, 2025 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the Alfa Romeo and Dodge brands, is recalling 48,494 SUVs whose rearview cameras may fail to show an image. This ups the risk of a crash and injury.

The following models are affected: 

  • 2023 – 2025 Alfa Romeo Tonale
  • 2023 – 2025 Dodge Hornet  

Recall summary  

The affected SUVs fall into two groups. In one, the head unit was not built properly. In other ones, the unit’s microprocessor  – which is the brain of the infotainment system – may experience a software glitch. 

In both cases this may result in the rearview camera failing to show an image when reversing. 

Recall risks

Without a rearview camera’s image to aid visibility, the driver is more likely to hit nearby pedestrians or objects while backing up, increasing the risk of injury or property damage. 

Other Dodge recalls

In December 2024, Dodge heavy-duty pickup trucks were recalled because some of their safety aids – including anti-lock brakes – could have malfunctioned.

In October 2024, Stellantis recalled Alfa Romeo and Dodge SUVs over brake pedal failure, as reported.   

The repair

The dealers will either replace the radio assembly or update the head unit’s software. This repair will be free of charge as it is customary with recalls.

The owners should receive letters with more information by June 04, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Stellantis rearview camera recall affects almost 49,000 Alfa Romeo and Dodge SUVs. To do a Dodge recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool. You can do the same for the Alfa Romeo recall check. 

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Stellantis recalls RAMs over loss of safety aids following government investigation

Stellantis recalls RAMs over loss of safety aids following government investigation

December 27, 2024 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI – December 27, 2024 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the RAM brand, is recalling 317,630 heavy-duty pickup trucks that may experience reduced braking performance or become less stable.

This recall comes on the heels of a U.S. government investigation and affects the following models:  

  • 2017 – 2018 RAM 2500
  • 2017 – 2018 RAM 3500

The 2017-2018 RAM 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis are also included in this recall.

Recall summary  

The hydraulic control unit (HCU) – which manages the anti-lock brakes (ABS), electronic stability control (ESC) and traction control – may fail, rendering all three systems out of order.

Recall risks

With ESP and traction control out of action, the truck will be less stable and harder to control during harsh braking and maneuvers, upping the risk of a crash and injury. Malfunctioning ABS may reduce braking power, which can prolong stopping distance. All of these failures up the risk of a crash.

Warning signs

The malfunctioning indicator lamp (MIL) will light up to indicate faulty ABS.

Background of the recall

The recall comes on the back of an ongoing investigation conducted by the U.S. government auto safety regulator.

From 2016 until the recall was announced, the manufacturer and the regulator received close to 60,000 complaints about the issue. There have been no accidents or injuries.

Other RAM truck recalls

Stability issues were the cause of multiple recent RAM recalls, the latest of which happened in November 2024 and affected over 33,000 brand-new RAM 1500 pickup trucks. 

In October 2024, close to 273,000 RAMs were recalled because their rearview cameras failed to show an image, as reported. 

The repair

Dealers will replace the HCU free of charge.  

The owners should receive letters with more information between January 9, 2025, and January 17, 2025. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

Over 317,000 pickup trucks are affected by this RAM ABS recall. To do a RAM recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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Stellantis recalls SUVs over reduced stability, rollaway risk

Stellantis recalls SUVs over reduced stability, rollaway risk

November 23, 2024 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI – November 23, 2024 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns Jeep and Dodge brands, is recalling 206,502 SUVs over an issue that may reduce their stability or cause them to roll away. Both scenarios up the risk of a crash and injury.

The recall comes on the back of hundreds of warranty claims and two previous recalls which failed to address the issue.

The following models are affected:

  • 2018 – 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee
  • 2018 – 2019 Dodge Durango

Recall summary

The brakes in these SUVs are operated by the anti-lock brakes (ABS) module, which also controls the electronic stability control (ESC) system.

In the affected vehicles, false readings from the brake pressure sensor may cause the ABS and ESC to malfunction, making the car harder to handle. The car can also be shifted out of Park even when the brake pedal is not pressed.

Warning signs

The ABS and ESC warning lights – as well as a red brake indicator – may illuminate on the dashboard. In addition, the brake light may come on even when the brakes are not applied.

Recall risks

The vehicle may become less stable on slippery roads or during sudden maneuvers, while the erroneously illuminated brake lights may confuse other drivers.

Additionally, if the car is accidentally shifted out of Park, the vehicle may roll away and crash into surrounding objects or pedestrians.

All of these defects up the risk of a crash and injury.

Background of the recall

The cars and some of the ABS modules were recalled in 2022 and 2023. Earlier this year, it turned out that not only the remedies failed to address the defect but that the vehicles also presented additional issues.

The present recall comes on the back of over 500 warranty claims. No accidents have been reported.

Other Jeep recalls

In October 2024, Stellantis recalled over 154,000 Jeeps due to the risk of fire, as reported.

The carmaker is also currently being investigated by the U.S. government over allegations of Jeeps catching fire due to a different issue, also as reported.

The repair

Stellantis is currently working on a solution for this problem, and once the repair is available, it will be free of charge.

The owners should receive notification by December 5, 2024.

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

More than 200,000 SUVs are affected by this Jeep rollaway recall. To do a Jeep or Dodge recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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Stellantis recalls RAM 1500 pickups over reduced stability

Stellantis recalls RAM 1500 pickups over reduced stability  

November 6, 2024 Bojan Popic ,

Auburn Hills, MI  – November 6, 2024 – Stellantis (NYSE:STLA), which owns the RAM brand, has recalled 33,777 2025 RAM 1500 pickup trucks with faulty electronic stability systems (ESC). 

The defect makes the vehicle less stable, increasing the risk of a crash and injury. This is at least the third stability-related RAM recall this year.

Recall summary  

The ESC monitors the speed of the vehicle’s wheels and – if one of them is spinning faster or slower than the others – applies the brakes or reduces the engine’s output. In the affected pickups, the ESC may stop working because of a faulty bearing.

Recall risks

The defect makes the car harder to control, upping the risk of a crash.

Other RAM recalls

This is at least the third time this year ESC issues resulted in a RAM recall. In June, the automaker recalled over 211,000 RAM 2500 and 3500 cars as well Dodge Durangos due to stability issues caused by a software error. In September, the recall was expanded.

Separately, last month, Stellantis recalled close to 130,000 RAM trucks whose turn signals would fail to self-cancel.

 The repair

Dealers will replace the wheel bearings if needed. The repair will be free of charge. 

Owners should be notified by December 19, 2024. 

Is your vehicle a part of this recall?

This Stellantis reduced stability recall is affecting more over 33,000 pickup trucks. To do a RAM recall check and see if yours is one of them, please use MotorSafety’s free vehicle lookup tool.

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