WHEN DRIVING DOWN ROAD CONSTANTLY MAKE ADJUSTMENTS TO RIGHT AND OR STEERING WHEEL BEING HELD TO OR AROUND 1 OR 2 O'CLOCK POSITION JUST TO GO STRAIGHT. WHEN STEERING TO LEFT STEERING WHEEL IS TIGHTER THEN WHEN STEERING TO RIGHT. STEERING BOX NEEDS REPLACED AND OR REBUILT. TRUCK…

12/29/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11291900.0

2016 3500 · brakes

The contact owns a 2016 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brakes were inoperable. The contact stated that after the vehicle was involved in an accident, the contact stated he immediately depressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle however,…

12/22/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11561493.0

2016 3500 · other

WHEN USING REMOTE UNLOCK FOB. CAUSES THE TAILGATE TO FALL OPEN AT INTERMITTENT TIMES. WHEN SITTING STILL OR DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD.

12/20/2018 · NHTSA ODI #11162659.0

2016 3500 · steering

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V021000 (STEERING). THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO JOHNSON DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM (481 US-46, BUDD LAKE, NJ 07828, (908) 850-8700) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THEY WOULD BE TAKING…

12/09/2019 · NHTSA ODI #11287921.0

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severe NHTSA 16V495000 01/07/2016

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

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.

Fix: 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.

Common questions

Is the 2016 RAM 3500 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 130 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2016 RAM 3500 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2016 RAM 3500?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is steering, with 26 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The steering is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $700 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my RAM 3500 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2016 RAM 3500?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 130 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $700, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 14 hours ago. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with ram. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.