Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)Recall 23V-265 · 2021 Ram 1500
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) recall 23V-265 covers 131,700 2021 Ram 1500 for a automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) problem, reported to NHTSA on April 13, 2023. The manufacturer's latest report (2025 Q1) shows 83% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 23V265000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2021 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 5.7L eTorque engines. The powertrain control module software may cause an incorrect fuel mixture condition in the engine, and result in an engine stall.
The risk
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
83%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 933 vehicles were listed as unreachable.