Chrysler recalls 2021 RAM 1500s with 5.7L eTorque engines due to potential engine stall causing crash risk. Free software update available from dealers.
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Chrysler is recalling certain 2021 RAM 1500 trucks with 5.7L eTorque engines because faulty powertrain software can cause engine stalls, increasing crash risk. Owners should get a free software update from dealers to fix the issue. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80660-2021-ram-1500-powertrain-recall-engine-stall-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80660-2021-ram-1500-powertrain-recall-engine-stall-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #23V265000
“2021 RAM 1500 Powertrain Recall: Engine Stall Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80660-2021-ram-1500-powertrain-recall-engine-stall-risk. Based on NHTSA recall 23V265000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=23V265000).
The powertrain control module software may cause incorrect fuel mixture in the engine, leading to engine stalls. Engine stalls can cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk during normal driving conditions.
Owners of 2021 RAM 1500 vehicles with 5.7L eTorque engines are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without the software update are at risk of engine stalls during operation.
Check if your 2021 RAM 1500 has a 5.7L eTorque engine. The recall was announced in April 2023 with owner notifications mailed to affected vehicles.
Dealers will provide a free software update for the Powertrain Control Module to fix the engine stall issue.
Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 37A.
The powertrain control module software may cause incorrect fuel mixture in the engine, resulting in engine stalls that increase crash risk.
Your 2021 RAM 1500 with a 5.7L eTorque engine is affected. Owner notifications were mailed in April 2023.
Contact a dealer for a free software update to the Powertrain Control Module. The update is available without cost.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Chrysler to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 23V265000 — Chrysler Chrysler Hello, I own a Chrysler that is covered by recall 23V265000 from Chrysler. The official recall notice states: Dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module calibration software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2023. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 37A. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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