2019-2026 Ram 1500 Recall: Improperly Installed Seat Belt Anchors
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued a recall (NHTSA ID: 26V495000) for certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles due to improperly installed second-row seat belt buckle anchors. This defect could increase the risk of injury during a crash. Owners will be notified starting August 18, 2026.
Also applies to
- Ram 1500
- 2020–2026
Why This Matters: Safety Risk
An improperly installed seat belt buckle anchor poses a significant safety risk. If these anchors are not properly secured, they may fail to restrain occupants effectively during a collision. This failure substantially increases the risk of injury for passengers in the second row during a crash.
What's Being Recalled
This recall, identified by Chrysler's number 67D and NHTSA ID 26V495000, addresses certain 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles. The specific issue involves the second-row center and left-side seat belt buckle anchors. These anchors may have been improperly installed at the factory, meaning they do not meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, which governs "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages." The 2019 Ram 1500 recall affects a broad range of model years.
How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected
This recall applies to Ram 1500 trucks from model years 2019 through 2026. To determine if your specific vehicle is included in this 2019 Ram 1500 recall, you can check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). VINs involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov starting August 6, 2026. Owners can also contact Chrysler customer service directly for assistance.
Manufacturer's Remedy
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) will address this issue by having dealers inspect the second-row seat belt buckle anchors. If an anchor is found to be improperly installed, it will be correctly attached to the body structure. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner.
Owner notification letters are anticipated to be mailed on August 18, 2026. Owners with questions or concerns about recall 67D can contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.
Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 26V495000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the specific problem with the Ram 1500 seat belts?
- The second-row center and left-side seat belt buckle anchors in affected 2019-2026 Ram 1500 vehicles may have been improperly installed, failing to meet safety standards.
- What is the recall number for this issue?
- The manufacturer's recall number is 67D, and the NHTSA ID is 26V495000.
- When will I be notified about the 2019 Ram 1500 recall?
- Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on August 18, 2026. You can also check your VIN on NHTSA.gov starting August 6, 2026.
- Will I have to pay for the repair?
- No, dealers will inspect and attach the seat belt buckle anchor as necessary, free of charge.
What Ram 1500 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 15 model years.
- 11,877
- Owner complaints
- 99
- Recalls
- 3,710
- Service bulletins
- 626
- Crashes reported
- 186
- Fires reported
- 475
- Injuries reported
The 2019 model year
1,496 complaints, the 3rd most of 15 model years on file. Owners reported 76 crashes, 11 fires and 63 injuries for this year, which also has 30 recalls on file.
Seat Belts, the system this article covers, accounts for 145 of 11,877 complaints (1%), including 33 for 2019.
Complaints by model year
| 2013 | 1,281 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1,779 | |
| 2015 | 1,460 | |
| 2016 | 1,554 | |
| 2017 | 884 | |
| 2018 | 667 | |
| 2019 | 1,496 | |
| 2020 | 641 | |
| 2021 | 685 | |
| 2022 | 637 |
Most-reported systems
- Steering — 2,674
- Engine — 2,402
- Electrical System — 2,386
- Power Train — 1,454
- Service Brakes — 1,275
Latest recalls for the 2019 model year
- 26V495000 — Seat Belts (Jul 2026)
- 25V824000 — Air Bags (Dec 2025)
- 25V298000 — Air Bags (May 2025)
Recent owner reports about seat belts
the lock retractors are not working on left and right sides of the back seat for children. They need to get fix in case of an accident they could be safe
Read owner complaints →While riding in the passenger seat of my 2019 Ram 1500 the driver had a hard braking event due to being pulled out in front of. During the braking event the steel seat belt cable that goes into the floor mount came out of the mount throwing me into the dash…
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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