Recall 18V822 affects 23 2019 Ram 1500 trucks for a loose passenger seat track sensor bracket. Repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.
Ram is recalling 23 2019 1500 trucks because the passenger-seat track position sensor on manually adjusted seats can come loose and stop detecting the full-forward seat position. If the sensor misses that position, the frontal air bag does not adjust deployment for it, raising injury risk in a crash; Ram dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2019 Ram 1500 manual passenger seat uses a seat track position sensor on the right seat track. The sensor's job is to tell the truck when the passenger seat is pushed all the way forward. That position signal matters because the truck needs accurate seat position information, not just whether someone moved the seat.
On affected trucks, the sensor bracket was riveted during assembly with a locating tool that had the wrong radius. That assembly error lets the seat track position sensor loosen and move out of place. Once it shifts, the sensor no longer reads the full-forward passenger-seat position the way it was designed to read it.
There is no warning sign before failure. The seat can still slide and lock normally, so an owner is not expected to feel a seat-track problem from the driver's seat or passenger seat.
Who's affected?
| 2019 Ram 1500 | seat assembly |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 23 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2019 Ram 1500 pickup truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the passenger seat track sensor does not recognize the full forward seat position, the frontal air bag does not adjust deployment for that passenger. That raises the risk of injury in a crash. Schedule the inspection soon, especially if the passenger seat is used often. Repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2019 Ram 1500 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ram dealer to schedule the free passenger-seat-track sensor bracket inspection and replacement, which fixes the loose sensor bracket that affects front air bag deployment.
- Bring the recall notice if Ram sent one, or reference recall number 18V822 when you call.
- Drive with extra care until the inspection is complete, especially when carrying a front passenger.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ram technician inspects the passenger seat track position sensor bracket on the manually adjusted passenger seat and replaces the bracket if needed. The inspection and any replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid for a repair tied to this seat sensor issue, Ram's reimbursement process applies. The owner letter asks customers to send the original receipt or other adequate proof of payment so the company can confirm the expense.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 20, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 20, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 9, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| January 9, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 9, 2019 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 9, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V822?
Recall 18V822 covers 23 2019 Ram 1500 trucks with manually adjusted passenger seats. The passenger seat track position sensor bracket can loosen and move out of position, so the system does not detect the seat in the full-forward position. Ram dealers inspect the bracket and replace it as needed for free.
What should I do if my 2019 Ram 1500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 18V822. If it is, call a franchised Ram dealer to schedule the passenger seat track position sensor bracket inspection. Reference recall number 18V822 or Ram recall number UB7 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Ram dealers will inspect the passenger seat track position sensor bracket and replace it as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is a front passenger air bag deployment that is not adjusted for the seat being in the full-forward position. In a crash, that mismatch increases injury risk for the passenger. If your VIN is included, schedule the free inspection and bracket replacement at a Ram dealer.
What if I bought my Ram 1500 used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner, so a used 2019 Ram 1500 still qualifies if it is included in recall 18V822. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Ram dealer with recall number 18V822 or UB7.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V822000 |
|---|---|
| Ram customer service | 1-800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V822 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V822000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →