AI Damage2026 RAM 1500: common problems
The maker issued 344 service bulletins for this year. We found 2 repair videos on YouTube. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 344
- YouTube repair videos
- 2
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 3 L · petrol · turbo · 6 cyl
- 6.2 L · petrol · turbo · 8 cyl
- 3.6 L · hybrid · 6 cyl
- 5.7 L · hybrid · 8 cyl
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: RWD, 4WD, AWD
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 192 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 67 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 34 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 26 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Air bags | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Backover prevention | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Lane departure | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- Trailer Reverse Steering Control Radio Soft Button Blinks Even Without a User-Initiated Calibration
- FUSE BLOCK UNDERHOOD - PWR DIS A/C Blowing hot air or not working
A/C relay clutch not operating, dealers unnecessary replacing PDCs. Battery disconnection is required to reset PCM. Please follow SOL S2624000004.
- Blindspot Alert Unavailable Service Required Warning Message Customers must experience on one or more of…
Blindspot Alert Unavailable Service Required Warning Message Customers must experience on one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: ● “Blindspot Alert Unavailable Service Required” pop-up message or relevant Blindspot…
- Tow Nav Menu Option Unavailable - UBQ/UBW Customers may comment on the following
SYMPTOM: ● Tow Nav menu option is grayed out and cannot be selected.
- Flash
Integrated Trailer Control Module (ITCM) Update Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● "Check Trailer Turn Lamp" message displayed in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) with no trailer connected. This…
- ACTUATOR - PARK BRAKE
- Flash
Electric Power Steering (EPS) Module Updates Customers may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● Battery drain due to the EPS system staying active after ignition off. This bulletin involves inspecting and possibly…
- Flash
Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Updates Customer may experience the following: SYMPTOM: ● Excessive Ignition Off Draw (IOD) on 12v vehicle battery if keys are left within proximity range. This bulletin involves…
- R1H U43.17 Software Update - FOTA Customers may experience one or more of the following
SYMPTOM: ● Screen Freeze or Radio Reset. ● Projection will not reconnect. ● Audio or music skipping and/or cutting out during playback. ● Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto® improvements: fixes for disconnections, freezes…
- Customer indicates Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) or Check Engine Light (CEL) coming on
- The Customer May Complain About a Popping Noise, Grinding Noise, or an Intermittent No Reverse or Forward…
The Customer May Complain About a Popping Noise, Grinding Noise, or an Intermittent No Reverse or Forward Transmission Engagement. The Tech May Find Damaged and/or Worn Transmission Output Shaft Splines (850RE…
- Customer Satisfaction Notification A0D – Electronic Shift Module - Dealer Notification The Electronic…
Customer Satisfaction Notification A0D – Electronic Shift Module - Dealer Notification The Electronic Shift Module (ESM) software on about 20,000 of the above vehicles may cause the rotary electronic shifter to become…
NHTSA lists 344 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
- RAM 1500: The HIDDEN Costs Nobody Tells You About! (2026 Update)amount per author: 140,000 UNSPECIFIED_DOLLAR
- From Rust to Beast — 2026 RAM 1500 (Full Restoration) 🔧
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2026 RAM 1500?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 344 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2026 RAM 1500?
NHTSA lists 344 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2026 RAM 1500 from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2026 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.