Inoperative trailer lighting and trailer brake failure
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2024-2026 jeep wagoneer s, 2025-2026 ram 1500 pickup, ram 2500 pickup, ram 3500 pickup, ram 3500 cab chassis, ram 4500 cab chassis, ram 5500 cab chassis, and 2026 jeep cherokee vehicles. Due to an improperly designed trailer tow module, the trailer lights may fail to illuminate and the trailer brakes may fail.
Safety Consequence
Trailer brake lights and turn signals that do not illuminate reduce visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, trailer brakes that fail increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the trailer tow module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning march 17, 2026. Owners may contact fca us, llc customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Fca us, llc's number for this recall is 03d. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall became searchable on nhtsa.gov on february 10, 2026.
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FAQ: Recall 26V059000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 26V059000?
NHTSA recall 26V059000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on February 2, 2026. It addresses: Inoperative trailer lighting and trailer brake failure. The recall affects approximately 456,287 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V059000 or the manufacturer campaign number 03D. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.