Recall List for the 2016 Ram 2500

Official recalls have been issued for the 2016 Ram 2500 by the NHTSA. The complete details of all recalls are listed below, along with what they cover and the recommended solutions.

Recalls don't cost you anything to get fixed, but most are time-limited, so if your car is affected you should call your local Ram service department immediately!

If you have questions about a recall, write down your VIN & then call Ram customer service.

  1. RECALL: Side Curtain Air Bag Inflator May Rupture

    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 ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 12, 2021
    Vehicles Affected
    212,373
  2. RECALL: Tailgate May Open Unexpectedly

    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. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 09, 2019
    Vehicles Affected
    1,103,209
  3. RECALL: Steering Linkage May Separate

    A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JAN 25, 2019
    Vehicles Affected
    795,575
  4. RECALL: Incorrectly Machined Steering Knuckle May Fail

    The weakened connection may result in a fractured steering drag link, causing a loss of steering and increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    OCT 16, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    847
  5. RECALL: Tailgate May Open Unexpectedly

    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. Read more »

    Date Announced
    JUL 27, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    1,149,223
  6. RECALL: Cruise Control Cannot Be Cancelled

    If the vehicle maintains its speed or accelerates despite attempts to deactivate the cruise control, there would be an increased risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 17, 2018
    Vehicles Affected
    4,815,661
  7. RECALL: Fire Extinguisher May Be Clogged Or Inoperable

    If the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury in the event of a fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 21, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    61,791
  8. RECALL: Vehicle May Rollaway

    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 ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    DEC 20, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    1,482,874
  9. RECALL: Water Pump Leak May Cause Fire

    The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 12, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    443,874
  10. RECALL: Wheels May Fracture Causing Rapid Air Loss

    If the wheel fractures, a loss of vehicle control can occur, increasing the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    AUG 10, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    1,765
  11. RECALL: Side Curtain Air Bags May Not Deploy In A Rollover

    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 ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 09, 2017
    Vehicles Affected
    1,021,279
  12. RECALL: Seat Cover Affects Air Bag Deployment

    If the seat cover impedes the air bag deployment, the seat thorax air bags may not provide adequate protection in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of a ... Read more »

    Date Announced
    MAY 16, 2016
    Vehicles Affected
    345
  13. RECALL: Defective Engine Control Module May Cause Stall

    An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash. Read more »

    Date Announced
    SEP 23, 2015
    Vehicles Affected
    41

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