The 2026 Ram 1500 has zero owner defect complaints and 6 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. EPA testing covers 10 certified vehicle configurations spanning 3.6L 6-Cyl hybrid, 3l 6-cyl, 5.7L 8-Cyl hybrid, and 6.2l 8-cyl configurations. Gasoline and hybrid variants deliver 12 to 22 MPG combined. Detailed NHTSA crash-test ratings are not available in the current AutoUtility dataset for this model year.
Key Data Findings
- • NHTSA Owner Complaints: 0 reports
- • Safety Recall Campaigns: 6 campaigns
- • NHTSA Overall Safety Rating: Not rated by NHTSA
- • EPA Efficiency: 12–22 MPG (10 variants)
Data Note: Compiled directly from official NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (ODI), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, and EPA FuelEconomy.gov databases.
| Variant | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Highway | Combined | EV Range | Est. Annual Fuel Cost |
| 1500 Warlock 4WD Hybrid | 3.6L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 17 MPG | 18 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $3,600 / yr |
| 1500 2WD Hybrid | 3.6L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 20 MPG | 25 MPG | 22 MPG | — | $2,800 / yr |
| 1500 2WD | 3L 6-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 18 MPG | 25 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| 1500 4WD Hybrid | 3.6L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 19 MPG | 24 MPG | 21 MPG | — | $2,950 / yr |
| 1500 4WD | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 18 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $3,100 / yr |
| 1500 2WD Hybrid | 5.7L 8-Cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 17 MPG | 22 MPG | 19 MPG | — | $3,700 / yr |
| 1500 4WD Hybrid | 5.7L 8-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 16 MPG | 20 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $3,900 / yr |
| 1500 HO 4WD | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 15 MPG | 21 MPG | 17 MPG | — | $4,450 / yr |
| 1500 RHO 4WD | 3L 6-Cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 14 MPG | 16 MPG | 15 MPG | — | $5,050 / yr |
| 1500 4WD | 6.2L 8-Cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 10 MPG | 14 MPG | 12 MPG | — | $6,350 / yr |
Data Boundary Note: EPA specifications are shown by certified vehicle configuration. NHTSA complaints and recall totals are recorded at the model-year level across all configurations.
NHTSA 5-Star NCAP laboratory crash evaluations are not currently on file for the 2026 Ram 1500.
Active Driver Assistance Systems (NHTSA Recorded): Forward Collision Warning (FCW) is documented as Not Specified and Lane Departure Warning (LDW) is documented as Not Specified in official NHTSA records for tested 2026 Ram 1500 models.
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Data Attribution & Context: Complaints are self-reported by vehicle owners to NHTSA and represent unverified consumer submissions. Complaint volume does not equal a statistically controlled failure rate and is not adjusted for total vehicles sold or cumulative mileage driven.
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Affected Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Jeep Wrangler, Jeep Gladiator, Jeep Compass, Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Grand Cherokee L, Jeep Grand Wagoneer, Jeep Grand Wagoneer L, Ram Promaster, Ram Promaster EV, Ram 1500, Ram 2500, Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid, Chrysler Voyager, and 2026-2027 Chrysler Pacifica and Dodge Charger vehicles. The rearview camera image may fail to display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Radio software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed beginning September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 78D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 20, 2026.
Affected Component: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE
Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle anchors may have been improperly installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect and attach the seat belt buckle anchor to the body structure as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 18, 2026. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 67D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 6, 2026.
Affected Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Summary: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The headlight wiring may cause the parking lights and daytime running lights to flicker on and off, or fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Free Manufacturer Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the headlight assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed July, 30, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is 62D. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning July 9, 2026.
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