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2016 Ram 3500 recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2016 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component16
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
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| Air bags | 3 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Power train | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 |
Safety recalls16
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jan 16, 202525V010000 | Air bags: side/window curtainAn inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V010000
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| Aug 12, 202121V632000 | Air bags: side/window curtainA 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,… DetailsHide details for campaign 21V632000
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| May 27, 202121V398000 | Wheels: lugs/nuts/bolts/studsWheel separation can cause a vehicle crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 21V398000
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| May 9, 201919V347000 | Latches/locks/linkages: tailgate latchIf 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. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V347000
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| Jan 25, 201919V021000 | Steering: linkages dragA drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 19V021000
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| Oct 16, 201818E096000 | Steering: linkagesThe weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 18E096000
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Merged from NHTSA model names: 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis. Not every vehicle of a model year is affected by every campaign.
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Owner complaints by component134
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 29 | 22 |
| Wheels | 21 | 16 |
| Engine | 21 | 16 |
| Power train | 19 | 14 |
| Unknown or other | 16 | 12 |
| Service brakes | 12 | 9 |
| Suspension | 10 | 7 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 7 |
| Air bags | 8 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 7 | 5 |
| Vehicle speed control | 7 | 5 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 4 | 3 |
| Tires | 4 | 3 |
| Structure | 3 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 1 |
6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Steering
“Pursuant to a manufacturer-issued safety recall (V06) on a steering assembly component, the manufacturer's remedy permanently damaged an otherwise functioning, adjustable steering component and created a financial…”
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2016 RAM 3500. The contact stated that when he took his vehicle to be aligned, he was advised that the vehicle was not able to be aligned, due to a previous recall repair where the drag link was…”
- Steering
“The contact owns a 2016 Ram 3500. The contact stated that when taking the vehicle to the dealer for recall repair for a drag link failure, from a previous owner, the vehicle was misaligned and the vehicle was unable to…”
Other Ram 3500 model years
- 202011 recalls116 complaints
- 201914 recalls137 complaints
- 201810 recalls807 complaints
- 201712 recalls313 complaints
- 201614 recalls134 complaints
- 201514 recalls137 complaints
- 201415 recalls202 complaints
- 201316 recalls115 complaints
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2016 Ram 3500 recall questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Ram 3500 have?
NHTSA lists 16 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Ram 3500. The most recent, 25V010000 (reported January 16, 2025), concerns air bags. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2016 Ram 3500 recalls for?
The largest group is air bags, with 3 campaigns. Others: wheels (2), steering (2), equipment (2). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2016 Ram 3500?
Steering is the most-reported component, named in 29 complaints out of 134 filed with NHTSA (22%). Across all complaints, owners reported 12 crashs and 5 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2016 Ram 3500?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Mopar recall lookup (Ram). That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ram dealer.
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