2026 Ram Powertrain Warranty Coverage Explained

Ram trucks have long set the industry standard for performance, strength, capability, and innovation. From professionals depending on their trucks to boost their bottom line to recreational enthusiasts chasing their passions, the clear choice among those who know trucks is Ram. In keeping with this tradition, Ram has once again raised the bar exceptionally high when it comes to long-lasting confidence and peace of mind. 

Beginning with the 2026 model year, all Ram trucks now come standard with America’s Best Full-Size Truck Powertrain Limited Warranty*. Featuring 10 years / 100,000 miles of coverage, Ram trucks deliver the long-term confidence and reassurance you need to go the extra mile. Sarchione CDJR is proud to be your top destination for new Ram trucks here in Northeast Ohio. More details about this class-leading warranty program can be found below. 

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS PROVIDED TO OWNERS of a 2026 Model Year Ram vehicles (including Ram 1500 (including RHO), Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Ram Cab Chassis, and ProMaster Van excluding full battery electric vehicles) who purchased it through a licensed Ram dealership as a new vehicle as the first owner.

This Powertrain Limited Warranty is a part of your New Vehicle Limited Warranty. It extends the 5 year or 60,000-mile powertrain limited warranty (100,000-mile on diesel engines) on mechanical components of the vehicle to 10 years from the in service date of the vehicle or 100,000 miles on the odometer, whichever comes first. It covers the cost of all parts and labor needed to repair a powertrain component listed below that is defective in workmanship and materials. All the other terms and conditions and the “What's Not Covered” items of your warranty remain the same as stated in your Warranty Information book.

The Powertrain Limited Warranty covers these parts and components of your vehicle’s powertrain supplied by FCA US LLC

Gasoline Engine: Cylinder Block and all Internal Parts; Cylinder Head Assemblies; Timing Case, Timing Chain, Timing Belt, Gears and Sprockets; Vibration Damper; Oil Pump, Water Pump and Housing; Intake and Exhaust Manifolds; Flywheel with Starter Ring Gear; Core Plugs; Valve Covers; Oil Pan; Turbocharger Housing and Internal Parts; Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator; Supercharger; Serpentine Belt Tensioner; Seals and Gaskets for listed components only.

Diesel Engine: Cylinder block and all internal parts; cylinder head assemblies; core plugs; fuel injection pump and injectors; intake and exhaust manifolds; oil pan; oil pump; timing gear drive belts and/or chains and cover; turbocharger housing and internal parts; valve covers; water pump and housing; seals and gaskets for listed components; and glow plugs and all sensors.

Transmission: Transmission Case and all Internal Parts; Torque Converter; Drive/Flex Plate; Transmission Range Switch; Speed Sensors; Pressure Sensors; Transmission Control Module; Bell Housing; Oil Pan; Seals and Gaskets for listed components only.

NOTE: MANUAL TRANSMISSION CLUTCH PARTS ARE NOT COVERED AT ANY TIME.

Front Wheel Drive: Transaxle Case and all Internal Parts; Axle Shaft Assemblies; Constant Velocity Joints and Boots; Differential Cover; Oil Pan; Transaxle Speed Sensors; Transaxle Solenoid Assembly; PRNDL Position Switch; Transaxle Electronic Controller; Torque Converter; Seals and Gaskets for listed components only.

NOTE: MANUAL TRANSMISSION CLUTCH PARTS ARE NOT COVERED AT ANY TIME.

All-Wheel Drive (AWD): Power Transfer Unit and all Internal Parts; Viscous Coupler; Axle Housing and all Internal Parts; Constant Velocity Joints and Boots; Drive Shaft and Axle Shaft Assemblies; Differential Carrier Assembly and all Internal Parts; Output Ball Bearing; Output Flange; End Cover; Overrunning Clutch; Vacuum Motor; Torque Tube; Pinion Spacer and Shim; Seals and Gaskets for listed components only.

Rear Wheel Drive: Rear Axle Housing and all Internal Parts; Axle Shafts; Axle Shaft Bearings; Drive Shaft Assemblies; Drive Shaft Center Bearings; Universal Joints and Yokes; Seals and Gaskets for listed components only.

Four-Wheel Drive (4x4): Transfer Case and all Internal Parts; transfer case control module and shift mode motor assembly Axle Housing and all Internal Parts; Axles Shafts; Axle Shaft Bearings; Drive Shafts Assemblies (Front and Rear); Drive Shaft Center Bearings; Universal Joints and Yokes; Disconnect Housing Assembly; Seals and Gaskets for the listed components only.

Some Modifications Don't Void the Warranty But Aren't Covered

Certain changes that you might make to your vehicle do not, by themselves, void this warranty Examples of some of these changes are: (a) installing non-FCA US LLC ("FCA") parts, components, or equipment (such as a non-FCA radio or speed control); and (b)using special non-FCA materials or additives.

But your warranty does not cover any part that was not on your vehicle when it left the manufacturing plant or is not certified for use on your vehicle. Nor does it cover the costs of any repairs or adjustments that might be caused or needed because of the installation or use of non-FCA parts, components, equipment, materials, or additives.

Performance or racing parts are considered to be non-FCA parts. Repairs or adjustments caused by their use are not covered under your warranty. Examples of the types of alterations not covered are: (a) installing accessories - except for genuine FCA / MOPAR accessories installed by an authorized Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep or Ram dealer; (b) applying rustproofing or other protection products; (c) changing the vehicle's configuration or dimensions, such as converting the vehicle into a limousine or food service vehicle; or (d) using any refrigerant that FCA has not approved.

Environmental Factors Not Covered

Your warranty does not cover damage caused by environmental factors such as airborne fallout, bird droppings, insect damage, chemicals, tree sap, salt, ocean spray, acid rain, and road hazards. Nor does your warranty cover damage caused by hailstorms, windstorms, tornadoes, sandstorms, lightning, floods, and earthquakes.

Your warranty does not cover conditions resulting from anything impacting the vehicle. This includes cracks and chips in glass, scratches and chips in painted surfaces, or damage from collision.

Maintenance Costs Not Covered

Your warranty does not cover the costs of repairing damage caused by poor or improper maintenance. Nor does it cover damage caused by the use of contaminated fuels, or by the use of fuels, oils, lubricants, cleaners or fluids other than those recommended in your Owner’s Manual.

The warranty does not cover the costs of your vehicle’s normal or scheduled maintenance - the parts and services that all vehicles routinely need. Some of these parts and services, which your warranty does not cover, include: (a) lubrication; (b) engine tune-ups; (c) replacing filters, coolant, spark plugs, bulbs, or fuses (unless those costs result from a covered repair); (d) cleaning and polishing; and (e) replacing worn wiper blades, worn brake pads and linings, or clutch linings.

Racing Not Covered

Your warranty does not cover the costs of repairing damage or conditions caused by racing, nor does it cover the repair of any defects that are found as the result of participating in a racing event or speed events.

Certain Kinds of Corrosion Not Covered

Your warranty does not cover the following: (a) corrosion caused by accident, damage, abuse, or vehicle alteration; (b) surface corrosion caused by such things as industrial fallout, sand, salt, hail, ocean spray, and stones; (c) corrosion caused by the extensive or abnormal transport of caustic materials like chemicals, acids, and fertilizers; and (d) corrosion of special bodies, body conversions, or equipment that was not on your vehicle when it left the manufacturing plant or was not supplied by FCA

Other Exclusions

Your warranty does not cover the costs of repairing damage or conditions caused by any of the following: (a) fire or accident; (b) abuse or negligence; (c) misuse - for example, driving over curbs or overloading; (d) tampering with the emission systems, or with a part that could affect the emission systems; (e) use of used parts, even if they were originally supplied by FCA (however, authorized FCA / MOPAR remanufactured parts are covered); (f) windshield or rear window damage from external objects; (g) any changes made to your vehicle that don't comply with FCA; or (h) using any fluid that doesn't meet the minimum recommendations in your Owner's Manual.

Total Loss, Salvage, Junk, or Scrap Vehicles Not Covered

A vehicle has no warranty coverage of any kind if: (a) the vehicle is declared to be a total loss by an insurance company; (b) the vehicle is rebuilt after being declared to be a total loss by an insurance company; or (c) the vehicle is issued a certificate of title indicating that it is designated as “salvage,” “junk,” “rebuilt,” “scrap,” or some similar word.

Coverage of this limited liability applies to original owner only, effective with 2026MY model year and newer model-year vehicles. Second and/or subsequent owners have powertrain components coverage under the 5-Year/60,000-Mile New Vehicle Limited Warranty (5-Year/100,000-Mile for Diesel Engines).

*Based on years and mileage coverage offered and the latest available competitive information. Excludes BEVs. Applies to 2026 model year vehicles. Non transferable. See Mopar.com for complete details and a copy of the Powertrain Limited Warranty.