2026 RAM 1500 Driver assistance Problems

1. The Active Safety Modules on this vehicle has an ongoing history of dangerous processing lag and failure 2. The Forward Warning system has routinely experienced severe software lag. On multiple occasions, the system completely failed to provide an audible chime or safety warning, and sometimes alerting after. Due to this there was an impact on the front lower bumper. I took it to Normandin and advisor called and mentioned Stellantis ordered to no touch truck. They refused to look into this safety issue under factory warranty. 3. Unresolved Brakes/Suspension- received an email, took it to Normandin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram on 900 Capitol Expressway Auto Mall San Jose, CA 95136 United States, did not perform a fix. This safety warning remains unresolved in the system. 4. Erratic Towing Indicator Fault- Normandin stated that it can be “just dust” warning remains unresolved in the system 5. Center Screen Freezing- freezes Normandin advisor witnessed it at vehicle repair pickup and told me to restart the screen. I have contacted Stellantis and opened a case on this matter. I have called numerous of times and they keep saying they will call back, and I have not heard anything back in three weeks.

NHTSA ID

11775233

Incident

Oct 10, 2026

The primary failures involve the central electrical system, computer module architecture, and the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), specifically the automatic rear backup braking. The 2026 Ram 1500 Laramie is currently parked at Lithia Ram in Helena, MT, and remains available for a complete inspection upon request. My safety, my wife's safety, and the lives of others have been put in extreme jeopardy. The truck suffered a terrifying, complete electrical and powertrain blackout directly in the middle of a highly dangerous, busy traffic intersection (Malfunction Junction). I was forced to activate my hazard lights and coast blindly through cross-traffic with zero steering control. The truck has also randomly stalled in parking lots. Furthermore, the computer system experiences severe glitches; the dashboard display repeatedly instructs me to push the start button to start the vehicle, even though the engine is already actively running. Additionally, the reverse backup braking system glitches, causing the rear brakes to randomly engage and violently jerk the truck when no hazard is present. The vehicle was towed to the dealership following the near-fatal intersection failure. The truck has had ongoing computer issues since August 2026. While remote, over-the-air software updates appeared on the center screen claiming to fix the vehicle, they failed to resolve the underlying defects. Despite the towing history and ongoing electrical glitches, the service department at Lithia Ram in Helena claims they "cannot replicate" the defects. No independent, manufacturer, or police inspections have occurred yet; the local dealer has only performed basic diagnostics and is actively refusing to investigate deeper or provide alternative transportation. The safety failures and computer errors happen completely at random with zero advance warning. This is the second truck with the same issues. Lithia transferred me into the Laramie from a 2026 Rebel that died on interstate.

NHTSA ID

11769190

Incident

Oct 1, 2026

My tailgate wont open at all ! I tried the button in the overhead console ,the key fob and manually! Nothing works and I can't get a dealership to get me a loaner to look at it because I can't be with out transportation! It's a little frustrating I have a new truck that was less then 1month old at the time. Not to mention the other electrical issues like (system keep unpairing my phone),my airbag RH rear canister makes a loud bursting noise or the light indicator in the mirror come on and system is froze until I turn the truck off and back on. I'm hoping you will be able to help with the issues I've mention!

NHTSA ID

11761422

Incident

Jul 29, 2026

Fall of 2025. After braking in a round a bout vehicle would not drive. I had enough forward momentum to get through the round a bout and pull over. Once stopped I shut off truck and restarted it. The transmission worked after restarting. Took truck to dealer but they could not determine any problems. August 2026 same issue occurred in another round a bout. I was able to limp to a side street and shut down and restart truck. Worked fine after restart.

NHTSA ID

11761333

Incident

Oct 10, 2025

Emergency brake comes on during car wash and engine turns off. Car crashed into the back of the truck on 7-7-26 causing damage to the front of their vehicle. Truck was evaluated by dealership who "reset the electronics" but it continues after this service.

NHTSA ID

11757254

Incident

Aug 2, 2026

Vehicle auto braking inoperative, lane detection not working, main screen goes completely black. Vehicle went into limp mode while entering the freeway . Main dash flagged yellow, and highlighted check engine, service electric stability control, airbags service, 4 x 4 unavailable, service electronic stability control.

NHTSA ID

11757189

Incident

Aug 15, 2026

Parking sensors and forward sensors used for adaptive cruise control will identify objects that are not there and the car will break. Car with shut off while driving (not the normal engine cutoff with restart) and shift to park suddenly. Backup camera is blanked out and rear sensor will not work. Towing mode with initiate on its own with not trailer hooked up while driving. False low oil lights and no tire pressure sensor connections. The truck has stalled several times while pulling into cross traffic nearly causing accidents 2x Display screen/speedometer will just black out while driving.

NHTSA ID

11751126

Incident

Jun 22, 2026

Blind spot alert malfunction. April 21,2026 Dealer has had truck 7 week and can't fix problem,

NHTSA ID

11743197

Incident

Apr 21, 2026

Braking systems shutoff completely at driving speed. 4WD system, collision avoidance system also were shut off during the incident.

NHTSA ID

11737832

Incident

May 14, 2026

The vehicle, while being in ACC, does not recognize a vehicle in front of you. The car will accelerate/drive into the vehicle in front and not brake. The display in the instrument shows driver overwrite, which is incorrect since my foot is resting on the floor mat. Dealer is trying to fix is but so far was unsucessful. Car is dangerous to drive with that behavior.

NHTSA ID

11734539

Incident

Feb 20, 2026

I purchased a new Ram RHO Dec 31 2025, on Saturday, January 17th 2026 1:03 AM, I received an email, a triggered alert 1) Driver Assistance Blind Spot Monitoring System Triggered Allert, Schedule your Service Appointment. I made an appointment for a shake in wheels and blind spot monitoring I brought it to Joey Accardi Ram Pompano Beach Fl, I picked up the truck with the same issue. I called Rick the service advisor and explained to him, still not right, and expressed a concern that the mechanic must have driven my truck hard, because everything was all over the place in bed of pick up. Rick assured me they don't let those specialty vehicles out for test drive; they don’t go out on the road. I agreed to bring truck back April 23, 2026, around 6:00 Pm I dropped truck off, on April 24th midafternoon, I received a call my truck was involved in an accident with the dealership mechanic, At 4:03 PM 3/24/2026 I received email same issue Blind Spot Monitoring System please advise mor information on request please advise [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

NHTSA ID

11734331

Incident

Mar 24, 2026

On several occasions, when placing the truck in reverse, I get a blue screen when I should get camera feed from the rear camera. I have owned the truck 2 months and this has happened 3 times. While I showed the dealership a photo of the problem, they have been unable to replicate and it there has been nothing done to address this safety issue.

NHTSA ID

11731315

Incident

Feb 24, 2026

The back up camera display intermittently shows a blank blue display instead of the camera image while the vehicle is in reverse. This has occurred 4 times over 5 months of ownership of this brand new vehicle. The issue is usually resolved after a complete power cycle of the vehicle. The rear visibility of the vehicle is poor without the added benefit of the back up camera. The problem has not yet been brought to the attention of the dealership as it is very intermittent and has not been inspected by anyone but myself. There are no warning indicators.

NHTSA ID

11730313

Incident

Apr 5, 2026