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    Ram 1500 recalled in Australia

    More than 1200 Ram 1500 full-size pickups have been recalled over potentially faulty rear seatbelt buckle anchors.

    Damion Smy

    Damion Smy

    Deputy News Editor

    Damion Smy

    Damion Smy

    Deputy News Editor

    Ram Trucks Australia has recalled 1262 examples of the Ram 1500 DT over an issue with the rear seatbelt buckle anchors.

    “Due to a manufacturing defect, the second-row centre and left-side seat belt buckle anchors may not meet specifications. As a result, the seatbelts may not operate as intended,” the recall notice reads.

    “In the event of an accident, a seat belt not operating as intended could increase the risk of injury or death to vehicle occupants.”

    • A total of 1262 vehicles are affected, produced in 2026
    • The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) list is attached here
    • The original recall notice is attached here

    Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted in writing and advised to contact an authorised Ram dealer to have the fault rectified free of charge.

    The Australian campaign follows a broader recall affecting around 1.44 million Ram 1500s in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

    While the overseas recall covers vehicles produced between 2019 and 2026, the Australian campaign is limited to examples produced in 2026.

    The official local recall total is higher than Ram Trucks Australia’s initial estimate of approximately 800 MY25 and MY26 vehicles built since June 2025.

    It follows a recall of 73 examples of the larger Ram 2500 earlier this month to rectify an issue affecting the vehicle’s electronic stability control system.

    The Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 were also included in a December 2025 recall over an instrument panel fault that could prevent safety warnings from illuminating when required.

    Concerned owners can contact an authorised Ram dealer or the Ram Trucks Australia customer centre on 1300 681 655.

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    Damion Smy

    Damion Smy

    Deputy News Editor

    Damion Smy

    Deputy News Editor

    Damion Smy is an award-winning motoring journalist with global editorial experience at Car, Auto Express, and Wheels.

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