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Ram Recalls More Than 1.27 Million 1500 Pickups for Seat Belt Anchor Issue
The recall affects certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 pickups that may have improperly attached second-row seat belt buckle anchors.
August 3, 2026
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Automotive Fleet
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- Ram has issued a recall for over 1.27 million of its 1500 pickup trucks due to a potential defect in seat belt buckle anchors.
- The recall specifically targets certain models manufactured between 2019 and 2026.
- The issue involves the second-row seat belt buckle anchors, which may have been attached improperly.
*Summarized by AI
FCA US is recalling an estimated 1,271,294 U.S.-market vehicles to address a potential issue involving the second-row center and/or second-row driver-side seat belt buckle anchor.
The recall affects certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 pickups that may have been built with a second-row center and/or second-row driver-side seat belt buckle anchor that was not properly attached to the vehicle body structure.
According to FCA US, in certain crash scenarios, the condition could affect the performance of the second-row seat belt system and increase the risk of injury to occupants.
Owners of affected vehicles will be notified to contact a dealer to schedule an inspection. Dealers will inspect the second-row center and driver-side seat belt buckle anchors and, if necessary, properly attach them to the vehicle body structure. Repairs will be performed at no cost to owners.
Owners with questions can contact FCA US customer care at 1-800-853-1403 or visit recalls.mopar.com for more information.
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