Ram Calls Back Pickups for Tire Pressure Defect
» Posted October 30, 2026 • Resources | Share This Post
Global auto manufacturer Stellantis is recalling more than 16,000 Ram 1500 pickups because of a problem with tire pressure monitoring sensors.
The sensors may not function correctly and could report inaccurate tire pressure, Stellantis said in a recall report filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
“The tire pressure system in the suspect vehicles may not accurately report tire pressure,” Stellantis said. “Inaccurate indication of tire pressure may result in tire failure, which could increase the risk of a crash.”
The recall covers 2026 model year Ram 1500 trucks built between July 2025 and March 2026.
Federal rules require vehicles to have tire pressure monitoring systems that can detect significant underinflation and warn drivers. According to Stellantis, Sensata Technologies supplied the faulty sensors in the Ram trucks.
The automaker plans to notify owners of recalled pickups by mail by Oct. 27. In the meantime, Ram drivers can check the NHTSA website to see whether their vehicles are included in the recall. Stellantis will inspect and replace tire pressure monitoring sensors as needed, the company said.
California Lemon Law Rights for Ram Drivers
The latest recall follows Stellantis' recall of about 13,000 Ram trucks for a different tire issue earlier this year.
The automaker issued the recall in May, warning that certain Ram 2500 HD units from model years 2023 to 2026 can go faster than their tires can handle. That can cause them to wear more quickly than anticipated, increasing the chances that drivers lose control, according to Stellantis.
The company more recently said it was calling back nearly 1.3 million Ram 1500 pickups because of a problem with seat belt buckle anchors. Stellantis said at the time that some second-row seat belts may not work properly in a crash.
These kinds of recalls are all too common for Stellantis and other major automakers. The good news is that many car owners and lessors in California don't have to wait for recalls to get defective and malfunctioning vehicles fixed, with the manufacturer picking up the tab.
The California lemon law generally requires car manufacturers to perform a wide range of repairs on vehicles while they are under warranty. It also requires companies to buy back (or replace, in some cases) covered cars they can't fix or flat-out refuse to fix. That includes compensating the owner for the purchase price, as well as financing fees, rental car costs, and other related expenses.
There is no specific number of repair requests or attempts before the buyback or replace requirement kicks in. That's why it is crucial to speak with an experienced California lemon law attorney who can help you understand your rights and take action.
Talk with an Orange County Lemon Law Attorney
If you have been stuck with a defective or malfunctioning vehicle, an Orange County lemon law attorney at Bickel Sannipoli APC can help you fight back.
Call us at (888) 800-1983 or contact us online to speak with an Orange County lemon law attorney.
