--- title: "1.2 Million Ram 1500 Pickups Recalled for Potential Stability Control Failure" date: "2024-09-09" modified: "2024-09-09" authors: - name: "Nico DeMattia" job_title: "Contributing Writer" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/nico-demattia" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/1-2-million-ram-1500-pickups-recalled-for-potential-stability-control-failure" categories: - "News" - "News by Brand" - "RAM News" tags: - "1500" - "pickup truck" - "ram" --- # 1.2 Million Ram 1500 Pickups Recalled for Potential Stability Control Failure ![]() *Stellantis* Remember when electronic stability control (ESC) systems were new enough to be advertised as a safety feature? ESC has been required standard equipment on all cars for so long—with some being so advanced that they have levels of slip control—that we expect our cars to save our asses when the tires break traction. However, for more than 1.2 million Ram 1500 pickups, that safety net might not be there when owners need it most. Stellantis is recalling 1,227,808 [Ram]() 1500 pickups for ESC failure and 100% of the recalled vehicles are affected. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration ([NHTSA]()), the issue stems from a software malfunction in the ABS module, which can disable the entire ESC system. "The suspect period began on October 31, 2017, when the first vehicle was produced, and ended on February 14, 2024, when the updated ABS module software was released. Vehicle production and engineering change records were used to determine the suspect period," stated the [NHTSA]() in the recall report. ![]() **Stellantis** Oddly, the affected model years are 2019 and 2021-2024. Customers with 2020 model-year vehicles seem to miss out on the recall. All engines and trim levels are part of the recall, too, so as long as you have a [Ram 1500]() in an affected model year, your truck is included. Driving without ESC is obviously problematic, as it can increase the likeliness of a crash. Thankfully, the remedy is pretty simple. Customers will bring their cars to the dealer, where the software will be updated. Unfortunately, this isn't one of those recalls that can be remedied over the air. Additionally, if customers paid out of pocket to have their ABS modules updated or replaced to fix faulty ESC within a reasonable timeframe, they should be reimbursed. Notification letters will be sent out on October 3 to affected owners. Car enthusiasts often talk about disabling traction and stability control systems to allow for some extra tail-out fun. However, that should only be done on track or in a safe environment. Losing ESC on the road in a pickup truck that weighs almost 5,000 pounds in its lightest spec is a pretty scary thought. Thankfully in this case, the fix is simple. *Got tips? Send 'em to tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Nico is a writer and reviewer from New Jersey who probably thinks he’s a lot funnier than he actually is. His love of cars began when he was just a kid playing Gran Turismo 3, grinding out enough race wins with a Mazda Miata to save up for an in-game RUF 911. That passion for small, lightweight sports cars drove his desire to learn more about the industry, get his hands on as many cars as he could, and bring those experiences to life on the page. He cut his teeth writing about BMWs, Volkswagens, and Audis, mostly, and has owned far too many of each. He’s on his fourth 3 Series sedan, but all of his old, cheap German cars have forced him to learn more about car maintenance than his mechanical capability can handle. Too many late nights have been spent scrambling to get a car running by morning so he could get to work. For some reason, he never seems to learn that old Bimmers probably aren’t the best daily drivers. But he loves more than just old German cars. He’ll gladly drive and discuss anything with four (or even three) wheels. Cars aren’t his only passions, though. Nico is also a big nerd and loves movies, video games, comic books, and cares far too much about the New York Giants. So don’t be surprised if you see football references or dumb, obscure movie quotes in any of his car reviews. ### Author social links [Instagram]() [LinkedIn]()