2016 RAM 1500 recalls

16 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Updated Nov 5, 2026.

This list covers the model year as a whole. Not every vehicle is affected by every recall; only the official NHTSA VIN lookup or a dealer can confirm yours.

All recalls

25V010000 · Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)Air Bags recallThe right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.Air bagsFree replacement6,066unitsJan 202523V411000 · Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)Engine And Engine Cooling recallThe crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector…Engine & powertrainFree software update81KunitsJun 202322V406000 · Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)Fuel System, Diesel recallA high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel…Fuel systemFree replacement139KunitsJun 202221V632000 · Chrysler (fca Us, Llc)Air Bags recallThe side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.Air bagsFree replacement212KunitsAug 202120V475000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Engine And Engine Cooling recallThe crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector…Engine & powertrainFree software update58KunitsAug 202019V757000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Engine And Engine Cooling recallThe Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system.Engine & powertrainFree replacement108KunitsOct 201919V347000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Latches/locks/linkages recallChrysler 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…Body & latchesFree repair1.1MunitsMay 201918V486000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Latches/locks/linkages recallThe tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.Body & latchesFree repair1.1MunitsJul 201818V332000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Electrical System recallThese vehicles are being recalled to address a defect that could prevent the cruise control system from disengaging.ElectricalFree software update4.8MunitsMay 201817V821000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Power Train recallPushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may cause the Brake Transmission Shift…Engine & powertrainFree software update1.5MunitsDec 201717V302000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Air Bags recallCertain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a…Air bagsFree software update1.0MunitsMay 201717V198000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Power Train recallThe differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up.Engine & powertrainFree replacement30unitsMar 201716V301000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Power Train recallThe front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to fracture without warning.Engine & powertrainFree replacement64unitsMay 201616V167000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Steering recallContamination on the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control circuit board may cause a short and result in the loss of power…Steering & suspensionFree replacement440unitsMar 201615V663000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Tires recallThe affected vehicles may be missing a heat shield for the spare tire.TiresFree replacement253unitsOct 201515V661000 · Chrysler (fca US Llc)Power Train recallThe affected vehicles may have been built with rear axles that were incorrectly heat treated.Engine & powertrainFree replacement62KunitsOct 2015