2016 Ram 1500 body & structure problems

Related recalls

• Recall 19V347000May 9, 20191,103,209 vehicles
  LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH

  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.

  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.

• Recall 18V486000Jul 27, 20181,149,223 vehicles
  LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH · 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.

  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.

What owners say

1. Filed Apr 17, 2026CA1 injuredBody & Structure

   i have 2016 ram 1500 p/u and tailgate has problem opening up and/or opening on its own. This problem ended up sending me to the hospital in an ambulance with a concussion, fractured pelvic bone and 4 broken ribs.

   NHTSA complaint #11731831 · source
2. Filed Dec 9, 2025ILBody & Structure

   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. It's been a continuous problem for the last 5 to 6 years...only when it is cold.

   NHTSA complaint #11703915 · source
3. Filed May 29, 2025RIBody & StructureFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   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. Should I have been driving during when this failed, the metal could have caused sparks causing the fuel tank to ignite. This problem should be moved from an extended warranty to a recall.

   NHTSA complaint #11663771 · source
4. Filed Feb 3, 2025118,000 miNJBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 45 MPH, the tailgate unexpectedly opened. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over onto the side of the highway and closed the tailgate. The contact drove the vehicle to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the lock actuator was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not…

   NHTSA complaint #11640353 · source
5. Filed Jan 10, 202578,000 miFLBody & Structure

   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. The contact stated that later he was starting the vehicle and saw that the tailgate was again open, however, he was not able to secure the tailgate. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated.…

   NHTSA complaint #11635192 · source
6. Filed Nov 29, 202479,000 miCOBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the tailgate opened unintendedly. The local dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V347000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,000.

   NHTSA complaint #11627937 · source
7. Filed Oct 31, 2024FLBody & Structure

   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.

   NHTSA complaint #11622863 · source
8. Filed Apr 1, 2024PABody & Structure

   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 .

   NHTSA complaint #11580374 · source
9. Filed Feb 14, 2024NEBody & StructureFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   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

   NHTSA complaint #11571834 · source
10. Filed Nov 13, 202335,500 miMDBody & Structure

    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. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving, which caused items in the trunk to fall out…

    NHTSA complaint #11554887 · source
11. Filed Sep 6, 2023VABody & StructureFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

    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. My truck is a 2016 Dodge ram. Has been mostly in Virginia and Ohio over the last 8 years. The strap broke through the chassis due to rust and corrosion. This is a known issue with a lot of Dodge Ram trucks and is something the NHTSA should look into and force the dealerships to issue a recall.

    NHTSA complaint #11542997 · source
12. Filed Feb 10, 202317,000 miCABody & Structure

    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. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were not yet notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V347000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). The failure mileage was 17,000.

    NHTSA complaint #11506606 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology