A new federal class action alleges that 2025 Ram 1500 pickups equipped with the 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo engine can hesitate, misfire, lose power, and stall while being driven. If you own or lease one of these trucks in California and have already been to the dealer for this problem, your situation may call for a closer look than a class action can give it.
Ram Class Action Summary
- Who filed it: Charlene Norberg and Tim Craig v. FCA US LLC, filed August 25, 2026, in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
- Case number: 2:26-cv-13040-JEL-APP
- Who is affected: 2025 Ram 1500 owners and lessees nationwide whose trucks have the 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six engine, with proposed Wisconsin and Florida subclasses
- What is the defect/issue: An allegedly defective engine control module and powertrain control module (the computers that manage engine fueling, ignition, and power delivery) that can cause check-engine warnings, hesitation, misfires, loss of engine power, loss of power brake assist, and stalling, including at highway speed.
- Litigation status: Newly filed complaint as of August 25, 2026. No class certification or settlement yet, and no claim deadline exists.
- Think you have this issue? Contact The Margarian Law Firm for a free case evaluation | California owners: your individual claim may be worth more than a class payout
What does the lawsuit claim?
FCA US LLC is the U.S. arm of Stellantis and the company that builds and warrants Ram trucks. For the 2025 model year, the Hurricane engine (a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged inline six-cylinder) replaced the long-running 5.7L Hemi V8 as the primary engine in most Ram 1500 trims. According to the complaint reported by Top Class Actions, the trouble is not the engine hardware itself but the software and hardware that control it.
The plaintiffs allege that the engine control module and powertrain control module in these trucks were defectively designed, calibrated, or manufactured. When the defect shows up, the lawsuit says, drivers see persistent diagnostic trouble codes (stored fault codes a dealer reads with a scan tool) and an illuminated check-engine light, followed by drivability problems: hesitation, misfires, sudden loss of engine power, loss of power brake assist, and in some cases a complete stall. Some trucks reportedly drop into limp mode (a protective setting that sharply cuts engine output). Owners have described losing power and control while driving on the highway, and the complaint frames the stalling as a danger to everyone on the road, since a truck that unexpectedly stops can be struck by traffic behind it.
The suit also alleges that FCA knew about the problem, concealed it from buyers, and has been unable or unwilling to fix it. The complaint points to owners who have taken their trucks in for repair as many as eight times without a lasting fix, and to consumer complaints describing a total loss of power and control on the highway. Coverage of the filing by Yahoo Autos adds that the two named plaintiffs bought their trucks in Wisconsin and Florida, which is why those two states are proposed as subclasses.
The plaintiffs bring claims for breach of express and implied warranty, fraudulent concealment, unjust enrichment, and violations of the Wisconsin Deceptive Trade Practices Act and the Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act. As relief, they ask the court to certify the class, order FCA to recall or permanently repair the trucks and extend warranties, and award damages, refunds of alleged overpayment, disgorgement of profits, fees, and costs, with a jury trial demanded. All of these are allegations; FCA has not yet responded in court.
Sources: Top Class Actions | Yahoo Autos
Who is covered by this lawsuit?
The proposed nationwide class is all current and former owners and lessees in the United States of a 2025 model year Ram 1500 equipped with the 3.0L Hurricane engine. The complaint also proposes Wisconsin and Florida subclasses as a fallback if a nationwide class is not certified.
- 2025 Ram 1500: 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo inline-six, all trims
The number of vehicles or class members has not yet been confirmed. Because no class has been certified, nobody is formally a class member yet, and there is nothing to sign up for or file at this stage.
What happens next in this case?
This is a newly filed complaint. There is no class certification or settlement yet. Cases like this often take a year or more to reach that stage, if they get there at all. The next steps are FCA’s response to the complaint, possible motions to dismiss, and eventually a decision on whether the case can proceed as a class action. If you want a plain-English walkthrough of the stages, see how class action lawsuits work.
One point worth knowing: as of the filing, NHTSA had not issued any recall addressing stalling or loss of propulsion in the 2025 Ram 1500, and no formal federal investigation into this specific defect had been opened. That does not mean the problem is not real; it means the dealer service record is, for now, the main paper trail an affected owner has.
For questions about your legal rights and whether an individual claim may serve you better than this class action, contact The Margarian Law Firm.
Could your individual claim be worth more than this class action?
Class actions exist to give large groups of consumers a path to compensation when individual claims might otherwise be too small to litigate alone. That is a legitimate and valuable purpose. It does not mean the class payout is the best outcome for every affected owner, and a nearly new truck that stalls on the freeway is not a small individual loss.
This case has not reached a settlement, and it may be a year or more before it does, if it gets there at all. If you have already experienced stalling, power loss, or repeated check-engine and drivability faults in your 2025 Ram 1500 and paid out of pocket for repairs, or been denied warranty coverage, you do not have to wait on this lawsuit to find out where you stand. A California lemon law claim moves on its own timeline and is based on your specific vehicle and repair history, not a class-wide average.
California’s lemon law, the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, requires a manufacturer that cannot repair a warranty-covered defect after a reasonable number of attempts to repurchase or replace the vehicle. For a defect that affects safety, such as a truck that loses power in traffic, the number of attempts the law considers reasonable can be small. A repurchase generally returns what you paid, including your down payment, monthly payments, taxes, and registration, less a usage offset for the miles you drove before the problem first appeared, and it can include incidental costs like towing and rental cars. That is a fundamentally different recovery from a share of a class settlement fund.
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If this case is later certified and you receive a class notice, you will generally have three options: stay in, opt out, or object. The deadlines in that notice are firm, so it helps to understand joining or opting out of a class action before one arrives. Never ignore a class notice or claim form you receive; instead, have it reviewed.
Does your situation qualify? A quick self-check
- Have you experienced stalling, hesitation, misfires, loss of power, limp mode, or persistent check-engine warnings with your 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane?
- Have you taken your truck to the dealer for this issue without a lasting fix?
- Did you pay out of pocket for repairs, or was a warranty claim denied?
- Is your truck still within the manufacturer’s warranty period?
- Are you a California resident, or did you purchase or lease the truck in California?
If you answered yes to any of the above, you may be entitled to compensation under California’s lemon law, potentially more than this class action would pay. Contact The Margarian Law Firm for a free case evaluation.
If your vehicle qualifies, California law requires the manufacturer to pay your attorney fees, meaning representation typically costs you nothing out of pocket.
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California 2025 Ram 1500 owner?
A class action lawsuit over Hurricane engine stalling and power loss is moving through the courts, but it has not been certified or settled, and there is no guarantee it ever will be. If you have already experienced stalling or power loss and paid for repairs, or been denied warranty coverage, The Margarian Law Firm can evaluate your situation now, without waiting on this lawsuit’s timeline.
Our firm practices exclusively in California automotive consumer law, including lemon law, dealer fraud, and automotive class actions. That exclusive focus means deeper case knowledge, greater litigation resources, and a track record built entirely on cases like yours.
Frequently asked questions
1- Is my 2025 Ram 1500 included in this class action?
The proposed class covers current and former owners and lessees of any 2025 Ram 1500 with the 3.0L Hurricane engine, nationwide. Trucks with other engines, and other model years, are not part of the proposed class as filed. Keep in mind the class has not been certified, so the definition could change before anyone is formally included.
2- What does this lawsuit allege exactly?
It alleges that the engine and powertrain control modules in 2025 Ram 1500 Hurricane trucks are defective, causing check-engine warnings, hesitation, misfires, loss of power, loss of power brakes, and stalling, and that FCA knew about the problem, concealed it, and has failed to fix it under warranty. The plaintiffs bring warranty, fraud, unjust enrichment, and state consumer protection claims. These are allegations that FCA has not yet answered in court.
3- Do I have to do anything to join the class action?
Not right now. In most class actions, people who fit the class definition are included automatically once a class is certified, and a notice explains any steps required; the class action FAQ covers the general mechanics. For this case specifically, there is no certified class, no notice, and no claim form yet, so there is nothing to sign up for.
4- Should I wait for the class action to resolve, or talk to an attorney now?
If your truck has already stalled or lost power and been to the dealer, there is little reason to wait. A class action can take years, and any eventual payout is divided among everyone in the class. An individual California lemon law claim is evaluated on your own repair history and can move forward regardless of what happens in the class case. A free consultation can tell you which path fits your facts.
5- Can I still file an individual lemon law claim if I am part of this class?
At this stage, yes, because no class has been certified and nobody is bound by the case yet. If a class is later certified and a settlement is proposed, class members typically must opt out by a deadline to preserve the right to pursue their own claim for the same issue. That is one reason to understand your options early rather than after a notice arrives.
6- What is the difference between a class action payout and a lemon law claim?
A class action payout is your share of a group settlement, usually calculated by formula and often modest per person. A California lemon law claim is individual: if your truck qualifies, the remedy is a repurchase or replacement of your specific vehicle, plus incidental costs, with attorney fees paid separately by the manufacturer. The lemon law buyback page explains what a repurchase typically includes.
7- When will this case be resolved?
There is no reliable way to predict that. The case is at the earliest stage, a filed complaint, and it must survive FCA’s response and a certification decision before any settlement or trial is possible. Class actions over vehicle defects commonly take a year or more to reach those milestones, and some are dismissed or narrowed along the way.
8- How much could a settlement pay me?
No figure exists. There is no settlement, no settlement fund, no per-person estimate, and no claim deadline, because the case was only just filed. Anyone quoting a payout amount for this case today is guessing. What can be evaluated now is what your own truck and repair history might support under California law.
9- Is there a recall for this stalling problem?
As of the filing, no. NHTSA lists recalls on the 2025 Ram 1500 for other issues, but none addressing stalling or loss of propulsion, and no formal defect investigation had been opened on it. If your truck stalls or loses power, file a complaint with NHTSA and keep every repair order; those records matter for both a recall investigation and an individual claim.
Legal disclaimer
The information in this post is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case is evaluated on its individual merits, and outcomes vary based on the manufacturer, the defect, repair history, and other factors. Attorney fees in qualifying lemon law cases are paid separately by the manufacturer upon a successful outcome under California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. Contacting The Margarian Law Firm does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Official sources and further reading
- Top Class Actions: Class action claims Ram 2025 trucks have dangerous engine defect (September 11, 2026)
- Yahoo Autos: Ram 1500 Owners Say Their Trucks Stall at Highway Speed, Now FCA Faces a Federal Class Action (August 31, 2026)
- Court docket: Norberg, et al. v. FCA US LLC, No. 2:26-cv-13040-JEL-APP (E.D. Mich.), available via PACER (no free public docket page had indexed the case as of September 11, 2026)