2021-2024 Ram 1500 Stability Control Control Module Recall (24V653)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 1,025,432 vehicles · Reported September 5, 2024
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 1,025,432 2021-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems." Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V653 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V653000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | 75B |
| Date reported to NHTSA | September 5, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2021-2024 Ram 1500 |
| Units affected | 1,025,432 |
| Component | Electronic Stability Control (Esc) > Control Module |
| Safety risk | Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2024 Ram 1500 in recall 24V653?
Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019, 2021-2024 Ram 1500 vehicles. Due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2024 1500 with recall 24V653?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Driving with a disabled electronic stability control system can increase the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your 1500 shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the control module, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V653?
Recall 24V653 covers 1,025,432 vehicles: 2021-2024 Ram 1500.
NHTSA lists 1,025,432 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2024 | Ram | 1500 |
What is the fix for the 1500 stability control control module recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge.
Dealers will update the ABS control module software, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 10, 2024. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning September 26, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 85B.
Manufacturer recall number: 75B.
When was recall 24V653 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 24V653 to NHTSA on September 5, 2024.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| September 5, 2024 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V653000. |
| September 26, 2024 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
| October 10, 2024 | Letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 25 months ago. If your 1500 was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my 1500 is part of recall 24V653?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V653 is open on your 1500, it will be listed there.
The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2021-2024 1500 vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.
What should 1500 owners do about recall 24V653?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 24V653000 applies to your 1500.
- Call a Ram dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Write down when symptoms involving the control module happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are 1500 owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 1,570 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 88 of them about the driver assistance.
Since recall 24V653 was reported on September 5, 2024, owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA about the driver assistance on these vehicles. 7 of them (13%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the driver assistance and were received on or after September 5, 2024, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related driver assistance issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 1,570 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 88 of them involve the driver assistance. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Ram 1500: 679 complaints in total, 46 about the driver assistance
- 2022 Ram 1500: 616 complaints in total, 32 about the driver assistance
- 2023 Ram 1500: 201 complaints in total, 5 about the driver assistance
- 2024 Ram 1500: 74 complaints in total, 5 about the driver assistance
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
Approximately three weeks after purchasing this vehicle, the engine seized up and no longer ran. I took it to the dealership and got a engine and supercharger replacement. From that point on, the structure is been nothing.
2023 Ram 1500 owner, TX, NHTSA complaint 11730278, filed April 9, 2026
Starting March 30 2026- My Dodge Ram 1500 with the digital dashboard statred registering the wrong speed- Which was always higher than the speed I was going, by a lot! It is still happening to today, we will see tomorrow.
2023 Ram 1500 owner, MI, NHTSA complaint 11730296, filed April 9, 2026
First incident, vehicle completely lost power and turned off while driving down highway, fortunately I was able to coast in to shoulder and request a tow. Second event the vehicle flashed all warning lights while traveling down interstate and had a quick shudder. This was similar to first incident.
2023 Ram 1500 owner, WI, NHTSA complaint 11740266, filed May 26, 2026
Can recall 24V653 make my 1500 a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Recall 24V653000 does not automatically make your 1500 a lemon. California's Song-Beverly Act asks two questions: does a warranty defect substantially impair the vehicle's use, value or safety, and did the manufacturer fail to fix it in a reasonable number of tries (Civ. Code 1793.2(d))?
When a driver assistance feature on the 2021-2024 Ram 1500 brakes for no reason or stops working, it affects both safety and value. Software fixes do not always hold, which is why repeat repair records matter.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the 1500 went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 24V653
Did the recall 24V653 fix work?
Since recall 24V653 was reported on September 5, 2024, owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA about the driver assistance on these vehicles. 7 of them (13%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
Is the 24V653000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my 1500 is part of recall 24V653000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 24V653000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Ram. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.