NHTSA Recall 26V059000: Ram & Jeep Trailer Brake/Light Failure
A plain-language breakdown of NHTSA recall 26V059000 — the Ram and Jeep trailer tow module defect that can disable trailer lights and trailer brakes, plus your California lemon law rights.
Recall 26V059000 at a glance
- NHTSA campaign number
- 26V059000
- Manufacturer
- Stellantis (FCA US, LLC)
- Vehicles affected
- Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, 5500; Jeep Wagoneer S, Cherokee
- Model years
- 2024–2026
- Units recalled
- 456,287
- Component
- Trailer tow module
- Risk
- Trailer turn signals, stop lamps, and trailer brakes may fail
- Owner letters mailing
- March 24, 2026
Safety notice: Trailer turn signals, stop lamps, and trailer brakes may fail. Follow the manufacturer's interim guidance below until the recall repair is completed.
What the recall covers
Recall 26V059000 covers 456,287 vehicles — a range of 2025–2026 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks plus the 2024–2026 Jeep Wagoneer S and 2026 Jeep Cherokee. A trailer tow module defect can stop trailer turn signals from flashing, keep trailer stop lamps from lighting when braking, and, on equipped vehicles, prevent the trailer brakes from working — raising crash risk while towing.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the trailer tow module with an updated design, free of charge. Owner notifications were expected around March 24, 2026.
What owners should do now
- Use extra caution or avoid towing until the module is replaced, given the trailer-brake and lighting risk.
- Watch for your Stellantis owner-notification letter and schedule the free replacement.
- Confirm whether your specific VIN is affected.
- Keep your recall letter and every repair order.
- If trailer lighting or braking problems continue after the repair, document it and save the paperwork.
How to check your VIN
Confirm whether a specific vehicle is included by entering the 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Inclusion is VIN-specific, not just by model and year.
Stellantis (FCA) customer service: 800-853-1403. NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline: 888-327-4236.
When this recall can become a California lemon law claim
A recall is not automatically a lemon — it is the manufacturer acknowledging a defect and offering a free fix. Your Ram may qualify under California's Lemon Law if the recall repair is significantly delayed, doesn't resolve the problem, or your vehicle has other unrepaired warranty defects. In those cases you may be entitled to a buyback, replacement, or cash settlement, with the manufacturer paying your attorney fees. For the full breakdown, see the guides below.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does recall 26V059000 cover?
Recall 26V059000 covers 456,287 vehicles — 2025–2026 Ram 1500, 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks plus the 2024–2026 Jeep Wagoneer S and 2026 Jeep Cherokee — whose trailer tow module can fail, disabling trailer lights and trailer brakes.
How do I know if my VIN is included in 26V059000?
Enter your 17-digit VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call Stellantis at 800-853-1403. Inclusion depends on the specific VIN.
Could the trailer-brake recall make my Ram or Jeep a California lemon?
Not automatically. But if the repair is delayed, doesn't resolve the problem, or your vehicle has other unrepaired warranty defects, you may have a California lemon law claim — potentially a buyback, replacement, or cash settlement, with the manufacturer paying your attorney fees.
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Recall details are summarized from public NHTSA data and are subject to change; confirm current information at nhtsa.gov/recalls. This page is general information, not legal advice, and does not create an attorney-client relationship. Every case is different; for advice about your situation, consult a licensed attorney.