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2016 Ram 1500 recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 16 safety recall campaigns for the 2016 Ram 1500. The most recent was reported on January 16, 2025. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: 1500.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2016 Ram 1500, newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
25V010000January 16, 2025Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator
23V411000June 8, 2023Engine And Engine Cooling
22V406000June 9, 2022Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Fuel Pump
21V632000August 12, 2021Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain
20V475000August 13, 2020Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel
19V757000October 24, 2019Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
19V347000May 9, 2019Latches/Locks/Linkages › Tailgate › Latch
18V486000July 27, 2018Latches/Locks/Linkages › Tailgate › Latch
18V332000May 17, 2018Electrical System › Software
17V821000December 20, 2017Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever And Linkage › Column Shift
17V302000May 9, 2017Air Bags
17V198000March 23, 2017Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit
16V301000May 16, 2016Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft
16V167000March 23, 2016Steering › Electric Power Assist System
15V663000October 16, 2015Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire
15V661000October 15, 2015Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft

Systems involved: Power Train (4) · Air Bags (3) · Engine And Engine Cooling (3) · Latches/Locks/Linkages (2) · Electrical System (1) · Fuel System, Diesel (1) · Steering (1) · Structure (1) · Tires (1) · Vehicle Speed Control (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 25V010000Manufacturer no. 05C, 09C, 10C

Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator

Report received by NHTSA
January 16, 2025
Owner notification
February 13, 2025
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
6,066 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Ram 3500, Ram 1500, 2016-2020 Ram 2500, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis vehicles. The right and left side curtain air bag inflators may rupture due to a manufacturing defect.

Safety risk

An inflator rupture may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace one or both side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2025. Owners may contact FCA customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA's numbers for this recall are 05C, 09C, and 10C.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V010000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V411000Manufacturer no. 66A

Engine And Engine Cooling

Report received by NHTSA
June 8, 2023
Owner notification
October 31, 2023
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
80,629 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L Diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate, causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

Safety risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 3, 2023. Some owner notification letters were mailed October 31, 2023. The remaining owner notification letters will be mailed at a future date, anticipated July 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is 66A. This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-475.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V411000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V406000Manufacturer no. Z46

Fuel System, Diesel › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Report received by NHTSA
June 9, 2022
Owner notification
January 11, 2024
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
138,645 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and 2014-2019 Ram 1500 vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. A high pressure fuel pump (HPFP) failure may introduce internal debris into the fuel system, potentially resulting in fuel starvation.

Safety risk

Fuel starvation may result in an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the HPFP, and inspect and replace, if necessary, additional fuel system components, free of charge. Interim notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed July 21, 2022. Owner notification letters for were mailed for Jeep Grand Cherokee owners starting January 11, 2024. Owner notification letters for Ram 1500 owners were mailed March 7, 2024. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLS's number for this recall is Z46.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V406000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V632000Manufacturer no. Y55

Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain

Report received by NHTSA
August 12, 2021
Owner notification
May 26, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
212,373 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Components: Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain; Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain › Inflator

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Ram 1500 Classic, 2015-2016 Ram 3500, and Ram 2500 vehicles, and 2016 Ram 3500 Cab Chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating less than 10,000 lbs. The side air bag inflatable curtain (SABIC) inflator end cap may detach from the inflator, or the inflator sidewall may rupture.

Safety risk

A 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, increasing the risk of injury or crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the SABIC assemblies, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on October 4, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 26, 2022. Owners may contact FCA US, LLC customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US, LLC's number for this recall is Y55.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V632000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 20V475000Manufacturer no. W58

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel

Report received by NHTSA
August 13, 2020
Owner notification
February 18, 2021
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
58,016 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2018 Ram 1500 and 2014-2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles equipped with 3.0L diesel engines. The crankshaft position sensor tone wheel may delaminate causing the engine to lose its ability to synchronize the fuel injector pulses and cam shaft timing, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

Safety risk

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

FCA US will notify owners, and dealers will update the powertrain control module software to maintain vehicle propulsion by reading the camshaft position signal in the event that the crankshaft position signal is lost, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-2002. FCA US's number for this recall is W58.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 20V475000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V757000Manufacturer no. VB1

Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)

Report received by NHTSA
October 24, 2019
Owner notification
April 16, 2020
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
107,980 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ram 1500
June 12, 2013 – October 23, 2019
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Ram 1500 and 1500 Classic Pickup trucks equipped with 3.0L Eco Diesel engines. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) cooler may crack and allow pre-heated vaporized coolant to enter the EGR system. This mixture may combust inside the intake manifold.

Safety risk

Combustion in the intake manifold can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EGR cooler, free of charge. Dealers will also inspect and, as necessary, replace the intake manifold. The recall began April 16, 2020. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is VB1.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V757000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 19V347000Manufacturer no. V44

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Tailgate › Latch

Report received by NHTSA
May 9, 2019
Owner notification
May 23, 2019
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
1,103,209 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ram 1500
June 20, 2012 – March 31, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with an 8 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. Chrysler 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 foot bed and a power locking tailgate. On August 29, 2019 Chrysler expanded the recall to include an additional 693,128 model year 2013-2014 Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.

Safety risk

If 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.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the tailgate latch, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2019. Chrysler is expected to notify owners of the expanded population on October 18, 2019. Owners may contact FCA US customer service at 1-800-853-1403. FCA US's number for this recall is V44. Note: 2015-2017 MY Ram 1500 pickup trucks with truck beds other than 8 foot, are currently covered under NHTSA recall 18V-486 for this issue.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 19V347000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V486000Manufacturer no. U74

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Tailgate › Latch

Report received by NHTSA
July 27, 2018
Owner notification
September 17, 2018
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
1,149,223 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ram 1500
July 31, 2014 – December 15, 2017
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Components: Latches/Locks/Linkages › Tailgate › Latch; Structure › Body › Tailgate

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2015-2017 RAM 1500, 2500, and 3500 pickup trucks equipped with a power locking tailgate and either a 5 foot, 7 inch or 6 foot, 4 inch bed. The tailgate actuator limiter tab may fracture and cause the tailgate to unlatch and open while driving.

Safety risk

If the tailgate latch releases and the tailgate opens while driving, cargo may fall out, creating a road hazard and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicle, free of charge. The recall began September 17, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U74.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V486000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 18V332000Manufacturer no. U49,U59-U65,U68,U73

Electrical System › Software

Report received by NHTSA
May 17, 2018
Owner notification
June 4, 2018
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
4,815,661 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ram 1500
May 15, 2013 – May 24, 2018
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Components: Electrical System › Software; Electrical System › Wiring; Vehicle Speed Control › Cruise Control

Defect summary

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.

Safety 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.

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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 18V332000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V821000Manufacturer no. T79

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Lever And Linkage › Column Shift

Report received by NHTSA
December 20, 2017
Owner notification
February 26, 2018
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
1,482,874 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ram 1500
May 28, 2008 – December 31, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

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.

Safety 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.

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.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V821000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V302000Manufacturer no. T25

Air Bags

Report received by NHTSA
May 9, 2017
Owner notification
June 26, 2017
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
1,021,279 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ram 1500
June 20, 2012 – July 10, 2015
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Components: Air Bags; Air Bags › Side/Window › Curtain

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and 2014-2016 Ram 3500 vehicles. Certain driving conditions, such as driving off-road or debris striking the vehicle may cause the roll rate sensor to trigger a fault within the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC). If this fault occurs, the rollover side curtain air bag and the seat belt pretensioner will be disabled from deploying.

Safety risk

If the rollover side curtain air bags and seat belt pretensioners are disabled, there is an increased risk of injury to the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash that necessitates activation of these safety systems.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the ORC software, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T25.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V302000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 17V198000Manufacturer no. T20

Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit

Report received by NHTSA
March 23, 2017
Owner notification
April 24, 2017
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
30 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ram 1500
July 11, 2016 – November 11, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The differential pin retaining screw may come loose while driving, potentially causing the differential to break or lock up.

Safety risk

A broken or locked up differential may result in a loss of motive power and possibly a loss of vehicle control. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the differential retaining pin, free of charge. The recall began April 24, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T20.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 17V198000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 16V301000Manufacturer no. S32

Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft

Report received by NHTSA
May 16, 2016
Owner notification
July 5, 2016
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
64 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ram 1500
February 19, 2016 – March 3, 2016
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to March 3, 2016. The front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to fracture without warning.

Safety risk

A fractured halfshaft may damage underbody components and create road debris, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S32.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 16V301000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 16V167000Manufacturer no. S19

Steering › Electric Power Assist System

Report received by NHTSA
March 23, 2016
Owner notification
May 16, 2016
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
440 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ram 1500
January 22, 2015 – September 13, 2015
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2015, to September 13, 2015. Contamination on the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control circuit board may cause a short and result in the loss of power steering assist.

Safety risk

If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS unit, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 16, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S19.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 16V167000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 15V663000Manufacturer no. R58

Tires › Temporary/Emergency Spare Tire

Report received by NHTSA
October 16, 2015
Owner notification
December 2, 2015
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
253 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ram 1500
August 3, 2015 – August 10, 2015
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 1500 trucks with a 5.7L engine and dual exhaust manufactured August 3, 2015, to August 10, 2015. The affected vehicles may be missing a heat shield for the spare tire.

Safety risk

Without a heat shield, heat from the exhaust system may damage the spare tire. When used, the damaged tire may have a tread separation or side wall rupture, resulting in a loss of control and an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a spare tire heat shield if the vehicle is missing one. Vehicles that have already been sold with an excess of 50 miles will also have their spare tires replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R58.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 15V663000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 15V661000Manufacturer no. R59

Power Train › Axle Assembly › Axle Shaft

Report received by NHTSA
October 15, 2015
Owner notification
November 23, 2015
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
61,859 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2016 Ram 1500
June 17, 2015 – September 28, 2015
Model names in the NHTSA record
1500

Defect summary

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured June 17, 2015, to September 28, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been built with rear axles that were incorrectly heat treated.

Safety risk

If the rear axle shaft was not properly heated treated, it may fracture and a wheel separation could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the axle assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 23, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R59.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 15V661000, filed by Chrysler (FCA US LLC). View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

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