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Ram is the truck division of Stellantis (FCA US LLC), and Ram trucks have been the subject of multiple high-volume NHTSA recalls and class-action lawsuits covering the Pentastar V6, the 6.7L Cummins diesel, the 8-speed automatic transmission, and various electrical defects. If you purchased or leased a Ram in California that continues to have problems after multiple repair attempts under warranty, you may be entitled to relief under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. Attorney fees in qualifying lemon law cases are paid separately by the manufacturer upon a successful outcome, meaning qualified consumers can pursue representation at no out-of-pocket cost. The Margarian Law Firm has focused exclusively on automotive consumer protection for 20 years, with over $400 million recovered for clients across California.
The recurring, documented problem areas across the lineup — the patterns behind many California claims.
Electrical and software defects, Uconnect infotainment freezes, instrument cluster failures, stalling, and 8-speed transmission shudder across recent model years.
6.7L EGR cooler cracking, CP4 high-pressure fuel pump catastrophic failure (metal debris in fuel system), subject of class-action litigation. Steering column fracture recall covering Ram 1500, 2500, and 3500. Tailgate latch failure on Ram 1500.
Shared Takata airbag recall coverage.
Pentastar V6 engine stall recall, 9-speed transmission shudder, electrical and infotainment defects. Cross-brand 8-speed automatic transmission shudder and hesitation shared with other Stellantis vehicles.
Each page lists that model’s documented defects, its full NHTSA recall history, and what they mean for a California lemon-law claim.
California’s Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act requires a manufacturer to repurchase or replace a vehicle it cannot repair after a reasonable number of attempts under warranty. If your Ram qualifies, the manufacturer — not you — pays the attorney fees.
Tell us what the dealer hasn’t been able to fix. We’ll tell you if you have a case — for free.
Recent Ram lemon law claims in California have most frequently involved Ram 1500 electrical and Uconnect infotainment defects, 6.7L Cummins diesel EGR and CP4 high-pressure fuel pump failures on Ram 2500 and 3500, 8-speed automatic transmission shudder, steering column and tailgate recalls, and shared Stellantis platform defects. Whether any specific issue qualifies in your case depends on your repair history, warranty status, and the number of repair attempts.
California lemon law claims are filed against FCA US LLC (Stellantis) under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. The process typically begins with gathering all repair orders, confirming warranty status, and documenting the full defect history. An attorney who focuses on lemon law can evaluate whether your case qualifies, prepare a formal demand to the manufacturer, and represent you through negotiation or litigation if necessary.
An active recall does not automatically make your Ram a lemon and does not bar a lemon law claim. If the recall repair does not fully resolve the defect, or if the defect existed and went unresolved despite repair attempts, the recall history can support a lemon law claim by documenting the defect. An attorney can help evaluate how recall history affects the strength of your specific claim.
When a lemon law claim is successful under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, the manufacturer is responsible for paying the consumer's reasonable attorney fees and costs separately, in addition to the recovery. This fee-shifting structure means qualified Ram consumers can typically pursue representation at no out-of-pocket cost when their case is successful. Outcomes and fee arrangements vary.
Yes. Ram is owned by FCA US LLC (Stellantis), the same parent company as Dodge, Chrysler, and Jeep. California lemon law claims for Ram trucks are filed against FCA US LLC under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act. Many Ram trucks share platforms, engines, transmissions, and electrical architecture with sibling Stellantis vehicles, meaning similar defect patterns may appear across brands.
In a Ram lemon law buyback under California law, FCA US LLC (Stellantis) repurchases your vehicle and refunds the purchase price, less a statutory usage fee calculated from the mileage at the time the defect was first reported. A typical buyback may include reimbursement of payments made, payoff of remaining loan or lease balance, sales tax, registration fees, finance charges, and documented out-of-pocket costs such as towing and rental. Specific amounts depend on the facts of each case; no particular outcome is guaranteed.
Reports of catastrophic CP4 high-pressure fuel pump failure on certain 6.7L Cummins-equipped Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks have been the subject of NHTSA recall action and class-action litigation. The alleged defect can send metal debris through the fuel system, causing extensive damage. If your Cummins-equipped Ram has experienced fuel system repair attempts that were not resolved, you may have a California lemon law claim, particularly if the defect created substantial downtime or repair costs. Outcomes vary based on the facts of each case.
Timelines vary based on the strength of documentation, FCA US LLC (Stellantis)'s response, and whether the case settles or proceeds to litigation. Some cases resolve in a matter of months; others take longer. There is no guaranteed timeline. An attorney experienced in Ram lemon law claims can provide a realistic assessment based on the specifics of your repair history.
Yes. California's Lemon Law covers both purchased and leased Ram vehicles. Certified Pre-Owned Ram vehicles are also potentially covered, provided the defect appears during the original manufacturer's warranty period and the other statutory requirements under the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act are met. If you are unsure whether your situation qualifies, a free case evaluation can help clarify your options.
Compensation under California's Lemon Law may include a manufacturer buyback, a replacement vehicle, or a cash settlement, depending on the facts of your case. Additional recoveries may include reimbursement of down payment and payments made, payoff of remaining loan or lease balance, sales tax, registration fees, finance charges, and documented out-of-pocket costs. Attorney fees and costs may be paid separately by Ram upon a successful outcome. There is no guarantee of any particular result; outcomes vary based on the facts of each matter.
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