Recall Roundup: FMVSS compliance issues trigger recalls across Ram, Hexagon Purus, and Shyft vehicles

Hexagon Purus, Ram, and Shyft Group issue recalls tied to software, seating, tire, and labeling compliance failures.
May 12, 2026
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Key takeaways

  • Hexagon Purus recall highlights air brake display software error affecting FMVSS 121 compliance.
  • Ram ProMaster recall involves missing rear seat legs, creating seating system safety and compliance issues.
  • Ram 2500 and Shyft recalls show risks from software and labeling errors impacting speed, tire limits, and load safety.
Hexagon Purus
Hexagon Purus Tern models’ digital display may show incorrect

A display that does not show accurate information may fail to alert the driver to an actual brake issue, increasing the risk of a crash.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recently issued recall notices for commercial vehicles, including brands from Hexagon Purus, Shyft Group, and more. 

Owners of the affected vehicles should be contacted via U.S. mail over the next two months, but fleet and independent owners of these vehicles can contact the NHTSA Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 or visit nhtsa.gov for more details. More information on each recall can be found below.

Hexagon Purus
Hexagon Purus Tern models’ digital display may show incorrect

A display that does not show accurate information may fail to alert the driver to an actual brake issue, increasing the risk of a crash.

Hexagon Purus Tern models’ digital display may show incorrect data

Hexagon Purus Systems is recalling certain 2025-2026 Tern RC8 vehicles. A software error may occur between the digital display cluster and the pressure sensors, causing the system to show the incorrect air brake pressure and falsely indicate a brake system failure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems." A display that does not show accurate information may fail to alert the driver to an actual brake issue, increasing the risk of a crash.

This recall potentially affects 17 vehicles. Hexagon Purus will update the software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 31. Owners may contact Hexagon Purus customer service at 949-359-8168.

Ram
Ram ProMaster models’ rear bench may be missing seat legs

An incomplete seat may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing risk of injury during a crash.

Ram ProMaster models’ rear bench may be missing seat legs

Braun Corporation is recalling certain 2026 Ram ProMaster vehicles. The rear bench may have only two of four seat legs installed. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems." An incomplete seat may not properly restrain an occupant, increasing risk of injury during a crash.

This recall potentially affects 14 vehicles. Dealers will install two additional seat legs. Owners may contact Braun customer service at 800-488-0359.

Ram
Ram 2500 models can exceed the speed rating of the tires

Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

Ram 2500 models can exceed the speed rating of the tires

Chrysler is recalling certain 2023-2026 Ram 2500 pickup trucks. A software error in the powertrain control module may improperly allow the vehicle speed to exceed the tire speed rating, which can result in a loss of vehicle control. Loss of vehicle control increases the risk of a crash.

This recall potentially affects 12,736 vehicles. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 4. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 800-853-1403. FCA's number for this recall is 43D.

Utilimaster
Shyft Group Utilimaster Velocity models’ incorrect cargo carrying capacity on label

Incorrect weight information may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Shyft Group Utilimaster Velocity models’ incorrect cargo carrying capacity on label

Shyft Group is recalling certain 2025 Utilimaster Velocity vehicles. The incorrect vehicle load value may be listed on the vehicle cargo carrying capacity label. Incorrect weight information may lead to unintentionally overloading the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

This recall potentially affects 101 vehicles. Utilimaster will provide new labels. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 18. Owners may contact Shyft customer service at 800-237-7806. Shyft's number for this recall is 26-04.

About the Author

Jenna Hume

Jenna Hume

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Digital Content Specialist Jenna Hume joined FleetOwner in November 2023 and previously worked as a writer in the gaming industry. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in creative writing from Truman State University and a master of Fine Arts degree in writing from Lindenwood University. She is currently based in Missouri. 

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