2016 RAM 1500 Safety Recalls (17)
Under the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act, manufacturers are required to remedy safety defects and noncompliance with federal motor vehicle safety standards free of charge. Below are the verified recall campaigns for the 2016 RAM 1500.
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 posi
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
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 i
If the tailgate opens while the vehicle is being driven, cargo may fall out the vehicle and create a road hazard, increa
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 o
If the tailgate latch releases and the tailgate opens while driving, cargo may fall out, creating a road hazard and incr
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
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an i
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 ve
A separated inflator end cap or inflator rupture can allow compressed gas to escape, resulting in the end cap or other c
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 Recirculati
Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.
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,
Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase t
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing th
A broken or locked up differential may result in a loss of motive power and possibly a loss of vehicle control. Either
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 drivin
If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to
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 incorrectl
A fractured halfshaft may damage underbody components and create road debris, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
Without a heat shield, heat from the exhaust system may damage the spare tire. When used, the damaged tire may have a t
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 ha
If the rear axle shaft was not properly heated treated, it may fracture and a wheel separation could occur, increasing t
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 Elec
If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling aftermarket Mopar Canvas Seat Covers for certain 2012-2016 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 trucks. These Mopar canvas seat covers w
If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate protection in the ev
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 f
Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
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 pos
An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
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 c
An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.
Does your 2016 1500 have incomplete recalls?
Safety recalls apply to specific VIN numbers. You can check the complete 17-character VIN on the federal NHTSA portal to verify if previous owners have had these free repairs completed.
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