2016 RAM 1500 Complaints

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  • 2016 RAM 1500
    - Miami, FL

    I have very low mileage 34,510 (2016 1500 RAM BIg Horn) on this truck & started to have power steering problems. Without notice the power steering was giving me problems & thought it was something else. Today the same problem came about but I stopped, power steering was almost NONE, had to pull over to the side of the road, turned off truck to reset problem, steering was still tuff but slowly changed ma bit. Drove few miles & afterward getting back into truck it started all over again, steering became difficult to turn & warning light came on/off. I almost crashed/hit another vehicle due to being unable to turn vehicle away. Although I took vehicle 40 days ago for an oil change, dealer did not give any notice on vehicle form of any problems, even thou I had experienced issues before hand. Will contact dealer since its a Pre-Certified purchase.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2016 RAM 1500
    - Palm Bay, FL

    Power steering completely failed luckily in a parking lot . We took it to the local Dodge dealer and they confirmed the (EPS) electronic power steering module had failed. The entire rack has to be replaced. Some but not all 2105-16 Ram truck had a recall for this exact thing but mine is not one. Now with this same failure i would really like for somebody to take a second look to make sure mine should or shouldn't have been included on this list

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2016 RAM 1500
    - Williamsburg, VA

    Sir/Ma'am, My Ram 2016 Ram1500 has been at the local Chrysler Dealer for approximately three months. The ABS and HCU needs to be replaced, however the dealer is unable to order the parts due to an ongoing engineer review which renews every 29 days. This is the same issue affecting the 2019-2024 models which have now been recalled following an NHTSA investigation which found that -- due to a software malfunction, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) control module may disable the electronic stability control system. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems." I request the NHTSA also initiate an investigation into the 2016 Ram 1500 in order to expedite the recall of this model as well. Thank you.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2016 RAM 1500
    - Beckley, WV

    When driving I lost steering and received dashboard alarm with service power steering. Turned the truck off, when I turned it back on the steering was working. A week later I lost steering again while driving.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2016 RAM 1500
    - Chetek, WI

    The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode with the checking engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the crank shaft had failed and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 177,300.

    Source: HOTLINE VEHICLE OWNERS QUESTIONNAIRE
  • 2016 RAM 1500
    - Fort mill, SC

    ABS control module failed while driving. This also took out cruise control and electronic stability. This can cause brakes to lock up and/or a loss of control in inclement weather.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2016 RAM 1500
    - South Point, OH

    Power steering locked up while driving. Upon investigation discovered EPS had went out and found there was a current recall on the vehicle but not my specific Vin.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2016 RAM 1500
    - Jackson, NJ

    The ABS Control Module for 2014-2016 Ram 1500 trucks I'm getting a C2200 fault code; basically "ABS Module Internal Fault". My truck, like those of numerous other Ram owners, has a malfunctioning ABS Control Module. Because of this malfunction, the ABS and cruise control do not work. In turn, this places me and other owners of this vehicle in an unsafe situation in that lack of an operating ABS system is conducive to skidding and accidents.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2016 RAM 1500
    - Celina, OH

    My problem is with my Ram ABS/Traction control, cruise control doesn’t work, 4 wheel drive will not engage. Having only rear wheel drive makes it hard and dangerous to drive on snow covered roads. Almost hit a semi head on because my traction control and 4 wheel drive doesn’t work. I’ve been waiting almost 2 years for a new ABS controller. Chrysler has put the part I need on back order like 5 times in the last two years and winter is coming and it’s not safe to drive my truck on snow covered roads. I don’t know what to do. I’ve seen and heard lots of people having the same issue with the RAM trucks. Please help. Thank you!

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE
  • 2016 RAM 1500
    - Bethalto, IL

    Warning messages stating to service ABS system, as well as service electronic brake system. Warning lights for the ABS, traction control, and parking brake come on on the dash. Usually comes after cold start in cooler weather.

    Source: NHTSA WEB SITE