Complaint 2220701
2024 RAM 2500 • EXTERIOR LIGHTING • incident Mar 31, 2026
- Complaint ID
- 2220701
- Make
- RAM
- Model
- 2500
- Model Year
- 2024
- Component
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Incident Date
- Mar 31, 2026
- Date Received
- Jun 29, 2026
- Data As Of
- Sep 1, 2026
Complaint Summary
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Owner Narrative
The contact owns a 2024 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the trailer braking system failed to operate, slow the vehicle, or stop the trailer while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated that the trailer brake disconnected warning light was illuminated. The contact researched and was made aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V059000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the trailer brake controller needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.
Owner-submitted narrative on file with NHTSA. Complaint narratives are self-reported and have not been verified.