2025 Ram 1500 Electrical Software Recall (24V942)
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) · 53 vehicles · Reported December 19, 2024
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling 53 2025 Ram 1500 vehicles. Incorrect headlight module software may cause the headlights to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." Inoperative headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 24V942 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 24V942000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | D4B |
| Date reported to NHTSA | December 19, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Vehicles | 2025 Ram 1500 |
| Units affected | 53 |
| Component | Electrical System > Software |
| Safety risk | Inoperative headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2025 Ram 1500 in recall 24V942?
Incorrect headlight module software may cause the headlights to become inoperative.
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2025 Ram 1500 pickup trucks. Incorrect headlight module software may cause the headlights to become inoperative. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Is it safe to drive a 2025 1500 with recall 24V942?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Inoperative headlights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Inoperative headlights can reduce visibility, increasing 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 software, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 24V942?
Recall 24V942 covers 53 vehicles: 2025 Ram 1500.
NHTSA lists 53 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Ram | 1500 |
What is the fix for the 1500 electrical software recall?
Yes. Dealers will update the headlight module software, free of charge.
Dealers will update the headlight module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 6, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is D4B.
When was recall 24V942 announced?
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) reported recall 24V942 to NHTSA on December 19, 2024. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as March 6, 2025.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| December 19, 2024 | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 24V942000. |
| March 6, 2025 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 21 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 24V942?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 24V942 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 2025 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 24V942?
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 24V942000 applies to your 1500.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Ram dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- 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.
- Keep a simple log of any software symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- 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 354 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 180 of them about the electrical system.
Since recall 24V942 was reported on December 19, 2024, owners have filed 176 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 50 of them (28%) 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 electrical system and were received on or after December 19, 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 electrical system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 354 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 180 of them involve the electrical system. 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.
- 2025 Ram 1500: 354 complaints in total, 180 about the electrical system
A few excerpts from owner complaints filed with NHTSA (unverified, lightly trimmed):
I purchased the truck on 10/19/25. Since that time, I have had to call roadside assistance three times and have had to leave it in the shop on two separate occasions totaling well over 30 days. The truck still doesn't have 5k miles.
2025 Ram 1500 owner, TN, NHTSA complaint 11638920, filed January 27, 2025
Brand new 2025 ram 1500 is out of alignment at 800 miles. It pulls to the right. On highway, it almost turns itself to the other lane. Major disaster maker.
2025 Ram 1500 owner, LA, NHTSA complaint 11641291, filed February 7, 2025
The engine light goes on and off every other week. I've had the truck in multiple times and I've been told a number of reasons why it's happening, but it's not fixed. Now I am not receiving any paperwork for supposed services done I was told the paperwork will be mailed to me.
2025 Ram 1500 owner, WI, NHTSA complaint 11643168, filed February 17, 2025
Can recall 24V942 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.
Owners often ask whether this software recall means their 1500 qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Intermittent electrical problems are a frequent source of repeat repair visits: the dealer cannot reproduce the fault, the owner brings the 2025 Ram 1500 back, and the problem shows up again.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2025 Ram 1500 has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
California law presumes a reasonable number of attempts has been made if, within 18 months or 18,000 miles of delivery, the same problem was repaired two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for any covered defect, or the vehicle was out of service for repairs more than 30 days in total (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Some of these require written notice to the manufacturer. A claim can still succeed outside that window.
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.
A software update can count as a repair attempt, especially if you complained about the problem or the update keeps being repeated. I've seen dealers do the same software update five or six times with no 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 24V942
Did the recall 24V942 fix work?
Since recall 24V942 was reported on December 19, 2024, owners have filed 176 complaints with NHTSA about the electrical system on these vehicles. 50 of them (28%) 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.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed March 6, 2025.
Is the 24V942000 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 24V942000?
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.
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 24V942000 (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.