RAM 2021 RAM 2500 Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2021 RAM 2500
Brand
RAM
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2021
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 RAM 2500 vehicles due to electronic stability control (esc) issues. An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ram 2500 and 2021-2022 Dodge Durango vehicles, and 2019-2022 3500 cab chassis with GVWR less than 10,000 lbs. The ABS control module software may prevent the electronic stability control (ESC) malfunction indicator light from illuminating during certain conditions. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
An ESC malfunction indicator light that fails to illuminate during an electronic stability control problem can increase the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Z20.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026