Recalls for your 2016 Ram 5500

Recalls for 2016 Ram 5500

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DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE


Posted on: 2015-09-23
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2016 ram 2500, 3500, 3500 cab chassis and 4500/5500 cab chassis trucks manufactured july 31, 2015, to august 13, 2015 and equipped with a 6.7l cummins diesel engine.  In the affected vehicles, the engine control module (ecm) may short circuit, causing the engine to stall without warning.

Consequence
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ecm, free of charge.  The recall began on december 21, 2015.  Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Chrysler's number for this recall is r52.

Notes
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.

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE


Posted on: 2015-09-23
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain model year 2016 ram 2500, 3500, 3500 cab chassis and 4500/5500 cab chassis trucks manufactured july 31, 2015, to august 13, 2015 and equipped with a 6.7l cummins diesel engine.  In the affected vehicles, the engine control module (ecm) may short circuit, causing the engine to stall without warning.

Consequence
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ecm, free of charge.  The recall began on december 21, 2015.  Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Chrysler's number for this recall is r52.

Notes
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.

DEFECT #3 - POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)


Posted on: 2016-07-01
Description
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.  The transfer case may have been manufactured with a misshapen main output shaft, creating voids that may cause a shaft fracture.

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
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.

Notes
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.

DEFECT #4 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT


Posted on: 2017-12-22
Description
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.  

Consequence
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.

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the btsi, and, as necessary, replace it.  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
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.

DEFECT #5 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL


Posted on: 2017-09-13
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2013-2017 ram 2500, 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles, equipped with cummins 6.7l turbo diesel engines that have concentric-brand water pumps without a vent hole.  These water pumps may leak coolant.

Consequence
The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the water pumps, 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 t51.

Notes
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.

DEFECT #6 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2017-12-22
Description
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling various dodge, chrysler, and ram vehicles equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers.  A list of the affected trailer models is available at: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17v824-0103.pdf.  These extinguishers may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or requiring excessive force to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

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

Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners instructing them to contact kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall began february 14, 2018.  Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 or kidde customer service service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.  Chrysler's number for this recall is t82.

Notes
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.

DEFECT #7 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on august 17, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on december 28, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

Notes
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.  

DEFECT #8 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on august 17, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on december 28, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

Notes
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.  

DEFECT #9 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on august 17, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on december 28, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

Notes
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.  

DEFECT #10 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y36 owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters were mailed on december 1, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

Notes
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.  

DEFECT #11 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y36 owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters were mailed on december 1, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

Notes
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.  

DEFECT #12 - WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS


Posted on: 2021-05-27
Description
Chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles.  Incorrect information in the service and owner's manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible wheel separation.

Consequence
Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents.  Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge.  Owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y36 owner notification letters were mailed on november 30, 2021.  Campaign y26 owner notification letters were mailed on december 1, 2021.  Owners may contact fca us customer service at 1-800-853-1403.  Fca us's numbers for this recall are y26 and y36.

Notes
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.