2016 Ram 1500 Body & Structure Problems
28 owner-reported body & structure complaints from NHTSA data
Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.
Body & Structure Recalls (1)
STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
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.
Fix: 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.
Owner Complaints (28)
the a pillar on the right side of the windshield is rusted and the trim falling off which could rollover safety and parts flying off and possibly striking other vehicles on the road.
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I was driving home when a trailer went by and a nut flew off the trailer and damaged my bumper and fog light. When I went to trade in my truck the dealer pulled a Carfax and said my truck was in a collision.Tey lowballed me on a trade .They offered me $25k for my truck when it is worth $40 K,the low balled me beacuse of carfax,which the report was not true.
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The driver's side interior door latch has failed even though the vehicle has less than 50k miles. This occurred when the vehicle was stationary. I am a safety engineer.
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Vehicle taken in on 8-12-19 to dealership to check out driveability concerns after "approved emisson modification" they had it to apply update from 5-17-19 to 6-12-19, concerns on 8-12-19 were acceleration, also to check egr system as I was losing coolant they had my vehicle from 8-12-19/9-13-19 when they called me telling me I needed to return the rental car and pick my vehicle as they couldn't do anything for the acceleration I would have to wait for an update to be released.
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The tailgate on my 2016 Dodge Ram will not stay locked and falls open during cold weather. I've contacted the dealer but they said this particular VIN is not included in a recall. I've accessed the inside panel on the tailgate several times to clean and lubricate, but it only works for a short time.
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The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, he heard the sound of the tailgate opening independently. When the contact stopped the vehicle, he observed that the tailgate was open and he was able to raise and secure the tailgate.
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Rear sliding window leaks . Water fill up over the track inside and drain can't keep up with volume of water and make my truck wet inside . Notes bulid mold and rust .
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Fuel level senser not reading , went on vacation fuel wasnt reading an I just filled it up . Took it to the dealer an they said its working now , after we went on the way back it started doing it more an more . An plus the tailgate opens on it own all the time
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The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the dealer had previously performed the recall repair under NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V486000 (Structure, Latches/Locks/Linkages) on the vehicle. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and then arriving to the destination, the contact became aware that the tailgate had opened unexpectedly.
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Front fuel tank strap broke. This is a known issue for Dodge ram trucks. It is the same issue that happened on the 2009 through 2012 Dodge ram recalls.
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The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rear tailgate opened unintendedly. The failure also occurred while the vehicle was stationary.
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The tailgate of the truck does not remain shut. It unlatches and opens while the vehicle is in motion causing potential road hazards to other drivers. Vehicle has been inspected by a local body shop repair but does not show any worn or out of place parts.
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The contact owns a 2016 RAM 1500. The contact stated while the vehicle was at a standstill, he noticed the water was leaking into the rear driver’s side of the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.
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While having a routine oil change I discovered on the vehicle several small areas of chipped paint and rust immediately above the windshield. The windshield is the original and never changed so there is no reason for the paint defects along the windshield seam area so that when the rust goes through the windshield will become unstable and pose a potential hazard or could fail altogether.
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My 2016 dodge ram, rear window began leaking during a heavy rain. Water began running in from the top, passenger side of tear window while driving down the highway. My son in law has a 2015 ram.
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My tailgate is loose and the latch got replaced from a recall but it rattles going over rug areas!
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Driver side window clips keep breaking whenever temperature goes belie freezing. 3 times to dealer to repair. Dealer states its a common design defect.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v486000 (structure, latches/locks/linkages) the dealer (carbone dodge chrysler jeep ram, 5017 commercial dr, yorkville, ny 13495, 1-315-736-3371) scheduled the repair two weeks ago. When the contact arrived for the appointment, the dealer stated that the part was not available.
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The tailgate comes open sometimes when driving. The tailgate did not have any cargo against it. The tailgate has came open several times over the last two months.
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In cold weather the electric driver side window repeatedly disconnected from the track. This causes the window to free fall into the door while driving at highway speed. Fca claims this is a safety feature and will not cover repeated repair under warranty.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ram 1500. While the vehicle was operated at various speeds, the tailgate failed and independently dropped. The failure occurred without warning on approximately six occasions.
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RAM has an extended warranty out regarding the front strap for the fuel tank that is known to fail. When the strap failed, the fuel tank dropped causing a gouge in the drive shaft. In addition to the compromised drive shaft, the metal bracket was touching the ground.
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My tailgate has opened by itself 4 times recently. I check every time I close it to ensure that it's closed and locked properly. Every time I have been driving and it's fallen open.
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I now have 4 inch crack in floor midway through van
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Last month (december 2019) on a cold day, I tried to put down the driver's window in 2016 ram 1500. However, the window was frozen in place due to an overnight snowstorm. The window didn't move and I released the button.
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The trunk door lately, is opening constantly either when driving or in a stop
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Tailgate randomly opens when the vehicle hits 15 MPH and activates the door locks along with the tailgate lock. Contents spill out of the bed and into traffic. I cant find a safety bulletin but this appears to be a common issue.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ram 1500. The contact stated that the rear driver's side door was opened and a gust of wind caused the door to swing shut. The door swung back open and struck and injured the contact's hip, which required medical attention.
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