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2016 RAM 5500

7 recalls Risk Grade: A- Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #17V821000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The column shift in your vehicle is the part that helps you shift gears with the shift lever. In certain models, the part that keeps your transmission from shifting out of park can get stuck, allowing you to accidentally shift gears without the brake pedal or key.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your vehicle could roll away unexpectedly, even if you're in park. This could cause an injury or accident, especially if you're on an incline or in a crowded area.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the software and inspect the shift interlock system. If it's faulty, they'll replace it for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Critical #17V562000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The water pump in your diesel engine is a crucial part that helps keep your engine running smoothly. In some 2013-2017 RAM 2500, 3500, and 4500/5500 vehicles, this pump might not have a small hole that's supposed to let air out, causing it to leak.
Risk if Unfixed
If the water pump starts leaking, it could cause an engine compartment fire, which could spread and cause serious damage or even harm you or others nearby.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty water pump with a new one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice, and it's completely free – no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, 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 T51.
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Critical #16V495000 Plain English
Component

POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
Your Ram's transfer case is the gear box that sends power to all four wheels. In some 2016 models, the main shaft that connects to the wheels might be misshapen, causing it to crack and fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the main shaft breaks, your truck could lose power and stall, making it harder to control. You might also be unable to shift into PARK, which could cause the vehicle to roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the transfer case with a new one, at no cost to you. The repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the transfer case, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S48.
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Critical #15V592000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The Engine Control Module in your Ram 6.7L Cummins Diesel engine is the computer that manages the engine's performance. In some 2016 trucks built between July 31 and August 13, 2015, this computer might short circuit and fail.
Risk if Unfixed
If the Engine Control Module fails without warning, your engine could stall on the road, making it hard to control your vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ram dealer will replace the faulty Engine Control Module with a new one at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECM, free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R52.
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High Priority #21V398000 Plain English
Component

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
What Happened
The lug nuts on your RAM's wheels are tightened by a specific amount, and your owner's manual has incorrect information about how tight they should be. This could lead to over-tightening and breakage of the wheel stud.
Risk if Unfixed
If a wheel stud breaks, the wheel could come loose and fall off while you're driving, which could cause a serious crash.
Free Fix
Your RAM dealer will update your owner's manual with the correct tightening specification and inspect the wheel studs. If any are damaged, they'll be replaced for free, so you should schedule the service as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y36 owner notification letters were mailed on November 30, 2021. Campaign Y26 owner notification letters were mailed on December 1, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's numbers for this recall are Y26 and Y36.
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Moderate #18V332000 Plain English
Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The wiring in your vehicle's electrical system is like the veins of a body, carrying signals to and from your car's systems. In some cases, the wiring in your 2014-2019 Dodge, Jeep, or Chrysler vehicle could develop a short circuit, causing problems with the cruise control system.
Risk if Unfixed
If there's a short circuit, you might not be able to turn off the cruise control, even when you press the brake pedal or try to shut it off manually. This means your vehicle could continue going at the same speed or even accelerate, raising the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the software in your vehicle's engine or powertrain control module with the latest version, completely free of charge. You should schedule this update as soon as possible, and until then, avoid using cruise control. If you do encounter a problem, firmly and steadily apply the brakes and shift into neutral, then park when it's safe to do so.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
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.
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Under Review #17V824000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT

Manufacturer
Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
What Happened
The fire extinguisher in your vehicle is a crucial safety device that helps put out fires. It might be a Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' model, and it could be faulty.
Risk if Unfixed
If your fire extinguisher fails to work properly, it could increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire. You might not be able to put out the fire, which could lead to serious harm.
Free Fix
Your dealership will guide you through a free replacement process for the faulty fire extinguisher. You'll contact Kidde directly to get a new one, and it won't cost you a dime.
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Original — What Happened
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
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall began February 14, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or Kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information. Chrysler's number for this recall is T82.
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Browse by Component

POWER TRAIN
2 recalls
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2 recalls
WHEELS
1 recall
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall

Other RAM 5500 Years

2026
4 recalls
2025
4 recalls
2024
2 recalls
2023
3 recalls
2022
4 recalls
2021
5 recalls
2020
10 recalls
2019
10 recalls
2018
8 recalls
2017
7 recalls
2015
8 recalls
2014
10 recalls
2013
9 recalls
2012
9 recalls
2011
4 recalls
2010
7 recalls
2009
2 recalls
2008
1 recall

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