More than a year after agreeing to a $1.675 billion settlement for excess diesel emissions, Cummins is escalating efforts to fix approximately 630,000 Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks from 2013-2019 model years. The company must ensure 85% of these vehicles receive a software update within three years.
Due to a weaker-than-expected response to initial outreach, Cummins now offers a direct $500 payment to owners who complete recall '67A'. A limited $1,000 incentive is available for the first 750 owners who act after February 17, 2026.
The recall involves a free software update at authorized Ram dealers, typically taking under an hour. The update recalibrates fuel injection and exhaust fluid dosing to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions. Cummins states most drivers will not notice performance changes, though some 2016-2018 models may see slightly reduced city driving efficiency.
To address owner concerns, the update comes with extended warranty coverage: 10 years/124,000 miles from the vehicle's in-service date or 4 years/47,700 miles from the update installation, whichever is longer.
For Cummins, the cash incentives are likely cheaper than facing further penalties for missing the 85% compliance target. For owners, it presents a choice between delaying or accepting a free update, extended warranty, and a cash payment.