Recall 25V530 affects 2,885 2026 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks for an incorrect brake warning light. Free repair at any franchised Ram dealer.
Ram is recalling 2,885 2026 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks because the instrument panel can show the wrong brake system warning light. An incorrect light can keep critical safety information from reaching the driver and increase crash risk; Ram dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The instrument panel cluster in a 2026 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, or 5500 is the display in front of the driver. It shows speed, vehicle status, and required warning lights, including the brake system warning light that tells the driver when the truck has detected a brake system problem.
In NHTSA campaign 25V530, the affected trucks were built with the wrong 3.5 inch instrument panel cluster. That cluster shows the ISO brake symbol instead of the required "BRAKE" warning light. The brake system itself is not the defect described in this recall; the problem is that the driver display does not show the brake warning in the form required for this market.
There is no warning sign before failure. The issue is the installed cluster and how it displays the brake warning, so an owner needs the VIN check and dealer inspection to confirm whether the truck has the incorrect display.
Who's affected?
VINs have been searchable since August 26, 2025. The same instrument-panel cluster part group appears across the Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks.
| 2026 Ram 4500 | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2026 Ram 4500 | instrument panel |
| 2026 Ram 5500 | brake system |
| 2026 Ram 5500 | instrument panel |
| 2026 Ram 3500 | brake system |
| 2026 Ram 3500 | instrument panel |
| 2026 Ram 2500 | brake system |
| 2026 Ram 2500 | instrument panel |
| Units affected | 2,885 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
An incorrect warning light can leave the driver without critical safety information and increase the risk of a crash. There is no warning sign before the cluster gives the wrong alert, so schedule the repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair is free at any franchised Ram dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2026 Ram 4500, 5500, 3500, or 2500 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ram dealer to schedule the free instrument panel cluster replacement that fixes the incorrect brake system warning light.
- Bring the owner notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 25V530 (Ram recall 79C) when you call.
- Drive with extra attention to brake system warnings until the repair is complete, and follow any dealer instructions for safer use before the appointment.
- Call Ram customer service at 800-853-1403 with questions about scheduling or recall coverage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ram technician replaces the instrument panel cluster so the brake system warning light display matches the required function. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. If you already paid for a repair tied to this instrument panel cluster issue, Ram's standard reimbursement plan covers documented owner expenses. Bring the repair invoice and payment proof to the service desk, or contact customer service about the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 18, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 26, 2025 | Dealer notification began |
| August 26, 2025 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 26, 2025 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| September 9, 2025 | Owner notification mailed |
| September 25, 2025 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V530?
Recall 25V530 covers 2,885 2026 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 vehicles with an instrument panel cluster that can display the wrong brake system warning light. Ram dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster for free.
What should I do if my 2026 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, or 5500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V530. If it is, contact a franchised Ram dealer to schedule the instrument panel cluster replacement. Reference recall number 25V530 and Chrysler recall number 79C when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair this defect at no cost, and Ram dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at any franchised Ram dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the instrument panel can show the wrong brake system warning light. That can keep the driver from seeing critical brake safety information, increasing crash risk. The repair path is the free instrument panel cluster replacement at a Ram dealer.
When did Ram mail owner letters for recall 25V530?
Ram mailed owner notification letters on September 9, 2025. If you bought the vehicle used or never received a letter, the VIN check still decides whether your specific truck is included and eligible for the free dealer repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V530000 |
|---|---|
| Ram customer service | 800-853-1403 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V530 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V530000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - 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 Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →