Chrysler Recalls More Than 239,000 Ram 1500 Trucks Over Rearview Camera Problem

Stellantis (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 239,131 Ram 1500 pickups from the 2025 and 2026 model years in the United States after discovering a software problem that can prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the center display when the truck is shifted into Reverse.

The issue involves the truck’s radio system. When the software glitch occurs, the rearview camera itself is not necessarily defective, but its image may fail to reach the display.

The affected trucks do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 111, which establishes federal requirements for rear visibility. FCA US has identified the campaign internally as Recall 83D, while the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) lists it as Recall 26V-560.

Which Ram 1500 Trucks Are Affected?

• 239,131 units: 2025-2026 Ram 1500
• Production dates: October 6, 2023, through February 23, 2026
• Estimated percentage with the defect: 100%

The recall covers the first 2025 model-year Ram 1500 built on October 6, 2023, through vehicles produced on February 23, 2026.

FCA US reviewed production logs and engineering records to determine which trucks required the remedy. Ram 1500 pickups built outside the suspect production period, as well as trucks equipped from the factory with a different radio and camera configuration, are not included.

What Is The Problem?

The problem stems from software in the truck’s radio system.

On affected Ram 1500 pickups, a software glitch can prevent the rearview camera image from appearing on the center display after the driver shifts into Reverse. The physical camera may be functioning properly, but the image can fail to appear on the screen.

That creates a compliance problem under federal safety requirements. FMVSS No. 111 requires the rear-visibility system to display the rearview image immediately when a backing event begins and establishes requirements including field of view and image size.

Because the affected trucks may not consistently display the rearview image while backing up, FCA US determined that they do not comply with the standard.

What Is The Safety Risk?

A missing backup-camera image reduces visibility directly behind the truck, according to FCA US. That loss of rearward visibility can increase the risk of a collision.

There is also no warning light or error message to alert the driver before the problem occurs. The issue may only become apparent after the truck is shifted into Reverse and the display remains blank.

FCA US has not determined that the problem warrants a “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside” advisory.

Recall Chronology

March 17, 2026 — FCA US’ Technical Safety and Regulatory Compliance (TSRC) organization opened an investigation into reports involving rearview-camera images not appearing on some 2025-2026 Ram 1500 pickups.

March through June 2026 — TSRC reviewed warranty information, field records, and customer-assistance records to better understand the issue and what it could mean for owners.

July through August 2026 — TSRC worked with FCA US Engineering to review vehicle-production information and engineering change records. That work helped the company narrow down the group of trucks that could be affected.

August 5, 2026 — FCA US determined that an issue existed on certain Ram 1500 pickups where the rearview camera image may not appear. The company recognized that the condition could result in noncompliance with FMVSS No. 111.

August 26, 2026 — FCA US’ Vehicle Regulations Committee determined that a federal safety standard noncompliance existed in certain vehicles, leading to the voluntary safety recall.

September 1, 2026 — FCA US submitted its Part 573 Safety Recall Report to NHTSA, identifying the campaign as NHTSA Recall 26V 560 and FCA US Recall 83D.

September 9, 2026 — FCA US plans to notify Ram dealers about the recall. Affected VINs are also expected to become searchable through NHTSA beginning that day.

September 24, 2026 — FCA US expects to begin notifying affected owners. The filing lists a planned remedy-notification period running from September 24 through October 2, 2026.

The Remedy

FCA US is addressing the problem with a radio software update. Depending on the truck’s configuration, the update may be installed over the air (OTA) or require a visit to a dealership.

There will be no charge for the repair.

FCA US expects to begin mailing recall notices to affected owners on September 24, 2026. Owners with questions can contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403 and reference Recall 83D.

Beginning September 9, 2026, owners can check whether their truck is affected by entering its VIN into the NHTSA online recall database. Questions can also be directed to the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9171) or NHTSA.gov.