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August 6, 2026 Service bulletin

Flash: Electronic Shift Module (ESM) Updates Customers may comment on one or more of the following:...

Ram technical service bulletin 08-308-26 for 2026 Ram 1500.

Bulletin number
08-308-26
Component
Power train
Summary
Flash: Electronic Shift Module (ESM) Updates Customers may comment on one or more of the following: SYMPTOM: ● Shifter is unresponsive. ● Unable to start the vehicle. ● “Service Shifter” message displayed in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). This bulletin involves inspecting and possibly reprogramming the ESM with the latest available software.

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