2016 Ram 1500: recalls and complaints

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• 25V01000016 Jan 2025Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain / Inflator
• 23V4110008 Jun 2023Engine and Engine Cooling
• 22V4060009 Jun 2022Fuel System, Diesel / Delivery / Fuel Pump
• 21V63200012 Aug 2021Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain / Inflator
• 20V47500013 Aug 2020Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel
• 19V75700024 Oct 2019Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System / Emission Control / Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
• 19V3470009 May 2019Latches/Locks/Linkages / Tailgate / Latch
• 18V48600027 Jul 2018Structure / Body / Tailgate
• 18V33200017 May 2018Electrical System / Software
• 17V82100020 Dec 2017Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Lever and Linkage / Column Shift
• 17V3020009 May 2017Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain
• 17V19800023 Mar 2017Power Train / Driveline / Differential Unit
• 16V30100016 May 2016Power Train / Axle Assembly / Axle Shaft
• 16V16700023 Mar 2016Steering / Electric Power Assist System
• 15V66300016 Oct 2015Tires / Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
• 15V66100015 Oct 2015Power Train / Axle Assembly / Axle Shaft

1. 25V010000Received 16 Jan 2025. 6,066 units.

   Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain / Inflator

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ram 3500, Ram 1500, 2016-2020 Ram 2500, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 05C, 09C, and 10C.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). Manufacturer campaign number 05C, 09C, 10C. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 13 Feb 2025.

2. 23V411000Received 8 Jun 2023. 80,629 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). Manufacturer campaign number 66A. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 31 Oct 2023.

3. 22V406000Received 9 Jun 2022. 138,645 units.

   Fuel System, Diesel / Delivery / Fuel Pump

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). Manufacturer campaign number Z46. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 11 Jan 2024.

4. 21V632000Received 12 Aug 2021. 212,373 units.

   Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain / Inflator

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other components being propelled into the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). Manufacturer campaign number Y55. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 May 2022.

5. 20V475000Received 13 Aug 2020. 58,016 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Diesel

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-2002. FCA US's number for this recall is W58.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number W58. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 18 Feb 2021.

6. 19V757000Received 24 Oct 2019. 107,980 units.

   Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System / Emission Control / Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number VB1. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 Apr 2020.

7. 19V347000Received 9 May 2019. 1,103,209 units.

   Latches/Locks/Linkages / Tailgate / Latch

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler is also recalling all 2013-2014 and 2018 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks built before April 1, 2018 with a 6 or 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number V44. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 May 2019.

8. 18V486000Received 27 Jul 2018. 1,149,223 units.

   Structure / Body / Tailgate

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with a power locking tailgate and either a 5 foot, 7 inch or 6 foot, 4 inch bed. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the tailgate latch releases and the tailgate opens while driving, cargo may fall out, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began September 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U74.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number U74. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 17 Sep 2018.

9. 18V332000Received 17 May 2018. 4,815,661 units.

   Electrical System / Software

   Defect, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Dodge Journey, Charger and Durango, RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis (more than 10,000lb), 4500 Cab Chassis and 5500 Cab Chassis, Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee and Chrysler 300, 2014-2019 RAM 1500, 2015-2018 Dodge Challenger, 2015-2017 Chrysler 200, 2016-2018 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis (less than 10,000 lb), 2017-2018 Chrysler Pacifica and 2018 Jeep Wrangler vehicles. These vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging. If, when using cruise control, there is a short circuit within the vehicle's wiring, the driver may not be able to shut off the cruise control either by depressing the brake pedal or manually turning the system off once it has been engaged, resulting in either the vehicle maintaining its current speed or possibly accelerating.

   Consequence, in the NHTSA record

   If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

   Remedy, in the NHTSA record

   Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the software, and perform a software flash on the engine or powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Note: Owners are advised to stop using cruise control until the software update has been performed. In the event that cruise control cannot be disengaged while driving, owners should firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift the transmission to neutral, placing the vehicle in park once it has stopped.

   Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number U49,U59-U65,U68,U73. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 4 Jun 2018.

10. 17V821000Received 20 Dec 2017. 1,482,874 units.

    Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Lever and Linkage / Column Shift

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 Ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 Ram 1500 and 2010-2017 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of PARK into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the BTSI, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began February 26, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T79.

    Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number T79. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Feb 2018.

11. 17V302000Received 9 May 2017. 1,021,279 units.

    Air Bags / Side/Window / Curtain

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). If this fault occurs, the rollover side curtain air bag and the seat belt pretensioner will be disabled from deploying.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash that necessitates activation of these safety systems.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC software, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T25.

    Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number T25. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 26 Jun 2017.

12. 17V198000Received 23 Mar 2017. 30 units.

    Power Train / Driveline / Differential Unit

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A broken or locked up differential may result in a loss of motive power and possibly a loss of vehicle control. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the differential retaining pin, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T20.

    Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number T20. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 24 Apr 2017.

13. 16V301000Received 16 May 2016. 64 units.

    Power Train / Axle Assembly / Axle Shaft

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to March 3, 2016. The front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to fracture without warning.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    A fractured halfshaft may damage underbody components and create road debris, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S32.

    Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number S32. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 5 Jul 2016.

14. 16V167000Received 23 Mar 2016. 440 units.

    Steering / Electric Power Assist System

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2015, to September 13, 2015. Contamination on the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control circuit board may cause a short and result in the loss of power steering assist.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS unit, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 16, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S19.

    Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number S19. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 16 May 2016.

15. 15V663000Received 16 Oct 2015. 253 units.

    Tires / Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 1500 trucks with a 5.7L engine and dual exhaust manufactured August 3, 2015, to August 10, 2015. The affected vehicles may be missing a heat shield for the spare tire.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    Without a heat shield, heat from the exhaust system may damage the spare tire. When used, the damaged tire may have a tread separation or side wall rupture, resulting in a loss of control and an increased risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a spare tire heat shield if the vehicle is missing one. Vehicles that have already been sold with an excess of 50 miles will also have their spare tires replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R58.

    Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number R58. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 2 Dec 2015.

16. 15V661000Received 15 Oct 2015. 61,859 units.

    Power Train / Axle Assembly / Axle Shaft

    Defect, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured June 17, 2015, to September 28, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with rear axles that were incorrectly heat treated.

    Consequence, in the NHTSA record

    If the rear axle shaft was not properly heated treated, it may fracture and a wheel separation could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy, in the NHTSA record

    Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the axle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R59.

    Report filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). Manufacturer campaign number R59. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: 23 Nov 2015.

The campaign number opens the NHTSA record. Each quotation is the text of the NHTSA recall file.

Recall campaign: One recall in the NHTSA recall file, with one campaign number. A campaign can name many makes, models and model years.

Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.

A complaint can name more than one component. Each component that a complaint names is one component mention. The figure per 1,000 component mentions shows how many of each 1,000 mentions name the component.

• 2016 Ram 1500
• All 2016 vehicles

The table shows the 10 components with the most mentions, of 23.

Complaints that report a crash

60

Complaints that report a fire

6

Injuries in the complaints

50

Deaths in the complaints

4

Date of the newest complaint

13 May 2019

These figures are the entries of the persons who sent the complaints.

Complaint: A report about a possible safety problem that a person sends to NHTSA. This site shows the number of complaints and not their text.

Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.

1. 20092
2. 201311
3. 201416
4. 201517
5. 201616
6. 201713
7. 201815
8. 201929
9. 202014
10. 202115
11. 202216
12. 202311
13. 20246
14. 20258
15. 20267

A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.

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How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2016 Ram 1500?

10,238,601 units in 16 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.

How many recall campaigns does the Ram 1500 have for all model years?

NHTSA lists 95 recall campaigns for the Ram 1500, model years 2009 to 2026. 16 of them name the 2016 model year.

Which component do the complaints about the 2016 Ram 1500 name most often?

Power Train: 83 of 372 component mentions, or 223.1 per 1,000. For all 2016 vehicles the figure is 128.6 per 1,000.

Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2016 Ram 1500 open?

3 investigations have no closing date in the NHTSA file, of 4 that name this model year.