2016 RAM 4500 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2016 RAM 4500 has 0 complaints and 12 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to various recall campaigns affecting electrical systems, engine control modules, cruise control software, and key drivetrain components. No direct complaints have been recorded for this vehicle model.
Twelve recalls involve components from the engine control module to brake transmission shift interlocks and wheel lug nuts. These recalls touch on safety, engine reliability, and fire suppression systems among others.
Recalls- Engine Control Module. (Recall 15V592000) Affects 41 vehicles. The ECM may short circuit causing unexpected engine stalls that increase crash risk. Dealers replace the ECM free of charge.
- Wheel Lug Nuts. (Recall 21V398000) Affects 447,985 vehicles. Incorrect torque specifications can cause broken wheel studs and possible wheel separation leading to crashes. Dealers update manuals and inspect or replace studs at no cost.
- Fire Extinguishers. (Recall 17V824000) Affects 61,791 vehicles equipped with Kidde plastic-handle models that may clog or detach nozzles causing failure or injury risk. Owners are instructed to contact Kidde for free replacements.
- Cruise Control Software. (Recall 18V332000) Affects 4,815,661 vehicles. Short circuits in wiring may prevent cruise control from disengaging, causing unintended acceleration and increased crash risk. Dealers perform free software updates. Owners advised to stop using cruise control until repair.
- Transfer Case Output Shaft. (Recall 16V495000) Affects 889 vehicles. Misshapen main output shafts may fracture causing loss of power and inability to engage park, increasing crash and rollaway risks. Dealers replace the transfer case for free.
- Water Pumps. (Recall 17V562000) Affects 443,874 vehicles with certain Cummins diesel engines. Water pumps without vent holes may leak coolant increasing fire risk. Dealers replace water pumps free of charge.
- Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI). (Recall 17V821000) Affects 1,482,874 vehicles with column shifters. Prolonged brake application in park may cause BTSI pin to stick open allowing transmission shift without brake or key, raising rollaway risk. Dealers inspect, update software, and replace parts free.
Owners who face repeated repairs or unresolved issues from safety defects or recalls may have rights under the lemon law in their state. Legal guidance could assist in determining those rights based on ongoing vehicle problems.
2016 RAM 4500 Summary
2016
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
7
Total Recalls
7253115
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2016 RAM 4500
447985 vehicles affected
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.
Risk: Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
2016 RAM 4500
4815661 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
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.
Risk: If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
2016 RAM 4500
1482874 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
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.
Risk: 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.
2016 RAM 4500
443874 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles, equipped with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole. These water pumps may leak coolant.
Risk: The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
2016 RAM 4500
61791 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling various Dodge, Chrysler, and RAM vehicles equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire Extinguishers. A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17V824-0103.pdf. These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
2016 RAM 4500
889 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 3500 trucks manufactured July 24, 2015, through January 7, 2016, and 2016 Ram 4500/5500 trucks manufactured July 24, 2015, through October 8, 2015. The transfer case may have been manufactured with a misshapen main output shaft, creating voids that may cause a shaft fracture.
Risk: If the main output shaft fractures, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the driver may be unable to place the vehicle in PARK, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway.
2016 RAM 4500
41 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 2500, 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis and 4500/5500 Cab Chassis trucks manufactured July 31, 2015, to August 13, 2015 and equipped with a 6.7L Cummins Diesel engine. In the affected vehicles, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may short circuit, causing the engine to stall without warning.
Risk: An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.