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Ram Recall: 1.3M trucks face rear seat belt safety issue

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FCA US LLC has recalled 1.3 million Ram 1500 trucks from model years 2019-2026 because rear seat belt buckle anchors may not be properly attached to the vehicle. Owners should contact their dealer for a free inspection and reattachment if necessary.

  • 1.3 million Ram 1500 trucks recalled in the US, plus 156,138 in Canada, 15,088 in Mexico, and 74,084 in other markets
  • Model years affected: 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles
  • Defect location: Second-row center and second-row driver-side rear seat belt buckle anchors may be improperly attached
  • What to do: Contact your dealer to schedule a free inspection and reattachment appointment
  • Customer support: Call 1-800-853-1403 or search your VIN on NHTSA for more information

FCA US LLC has just recalled 1.3 million US-market Ram 1500 trucks due to the possibility that seat belts for the rear seat may not be properly attached to the truck. 

2019-2026 model years are affected, with two of the three rear seat belts, the second-row centre and the second-row driver-side seat belt, having buckle anchors that may not be attached properly to the vehicle body structure. 

​An additional 156,138 vehicles will be subject to recall in Canada, 15,088 in Mexico and 74,084 in certain markets outside of North America. Affected vehicle owners will be notified by FCA US to contact their dealer to schedule an inspection appointment. Seat belt buckle anchors will be inspected and properly reattached if necessary, free of charge. 

​Vehicle owners can call customer care at 1-800-853-1403 with questions or concerns, or search for their VIN with the NHTSA. 

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