2016
Ram
2500
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350 hp @ 2800 rpm
370 hp @ 2800 rpm
410 hp @ 5600 rpm
383 hp @ 5600 rpm
Horsepower
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
350 hp
Horsepower
660 ft-lb
Torque
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
6-Speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Diesel
Fuel Capacity117.3 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5 - 6
Seating
N/A
Cargo
1,041 mm
Front Legroom
1,024 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Seat Memory
Lumbar Support
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Satellite Radio
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Backup Camera
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist
Monitoring
Tire Pressure Monitor
Rear Parking Aid
Security
Security System
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
N/A
Width
6 ft7.5"
2.02m
Height
6 ft6"
1.98m
Wheelbase
12 ft5"
3.79m
Gallery
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Colors
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Low Vol Omaha Orange
#D97633
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#989C9E
Black Forest Green Pearl Coat
#3D4E4D
Low Vol Light Green
#75AC75
Low Vol Bright Green
#357E38
Black Clear Coat
#000000
Low Vol Bright Red
#BF1323
Low Vol National Safety Yellow
#E9BE1B
Low Vol Holland Blue
#25356B
Flame Red Clear Coat
#B30101
Low Vol Midnight Blue Pearl Coat
#081739
Low Vol Hills Green
#1E9F0F
Low Vol Light Cream
#E5DDBB
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
#484848
Low Vol Dark Brown
#322616
Blue Streak Pearl Coat
#3F4E9F
Low Vol Construction Yellow
#FDA400
Bright White Clear Coat
#FFFFFF
Low Vol Detonator Yellow Clear Coat
#FEC200
Luxury Brown Pearl Coat
#493825
Low Vol Agriculture Red
#8D172D
Delmonico Red Pearl Coat
#542432
Low Vol Power Tan
#CF813A
True Blue Pearl Coat
#212440
Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat
#4A4F61
Low Vol School Bus Yellow
#C7931A
Low Vol Yellow
#AE9232
Low Vol Tree Green
#1E5636
Low Vol Timberline Green Pearl Coat
#1B301F
Low Vol Robin Egg Blue
#337CB2
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
#000000
Black Forest Green Pearl Coat/Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#3D4E4D
True Blue Pearl Coat/Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#0B1330
Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat/Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#4A4F61
Blue Streak Pearl Coat/Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#3F4E9F
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat/Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#484848
Luxury Brown Pearl Coat/Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#493825
Delmonico Red Pearl Coat/Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#542432
Pearl White/Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#E3E3E5
Pearl White
#E3E3E5
Bright White Clear Coat/Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#FFFFFF
Flame Red Clear Coat/Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#B30101
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat/Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
#000000
Delmonico Red Pearl Coat/Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
#542432
Luxury Brown Pearl Coat/White Gold Clear Coat
#493825
Delmonico Red Pearl Coat/White Gold Clear Coat
#542432
Pearl White/White Gold Clear Coat
#E3E3E5
Black Forest Green Pearl Coat/White Gold Clear Coat
#3D4E4D
Bright White Clear Coat/White Gold Clear Coat
#FFFFFF
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat/White Gold Clear Coat
#000000
True Blue Pearl Coat/Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
#212440
Blue Streak Pearl Coat/Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
#3F4E9F
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat/Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
#484848
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat/Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
#989C9E
Flame Red Clear Coat/Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
#B30101
Bright White Clear Coat/Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
#FFFFFF
Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat/Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
#4A4F61
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
242 complaints reported to NHTSA
242
Total Reports
14
Crashes
10
Injuries
3
Fires
Most Common Issues
POWER TRAIN
60
ENGINE
50
STEERING
38
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
34
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
32
SERVICE BRAKES
32
Recent Reports
ODI #11698580
Nov 10, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Incident Report – Gear Shift Failure Date of Incident: 11/10/2025 Vehicle: 2016 Ram 2500 Pickup Truck VIN [XXX] Mileage: [Insert Mileage] Location: [Insert Location of Incident] Description of Incident While attempting to shift the vehicle from Park (P) into Drive (D), the shift lever suddenly went limp and lost all resistance. Upon applying slight additional pressure to engage the transmission, the shift lever snapped off completely. The gear shift bracket—the component securing the shift rod—fractured in half at the point where the shift rod inserts into the bracket. This mechanical failure rendered the vehicle inoperable and unable to be shifted out of Park. No warning lights or prior symptoms were observed before the failure. The broken part was visually inspected and confirmed to be the shifting lever bracket, consistent with Mopar part number 68470756AA. Immediate Actions Taken The vehicle was safely secured to prevent unintended movement. Engine was turned off and keys removed. Visual inspection confirmed that the shift lever bracket had broken at the rod insertion point. Tow service was arranged for transport to a repair facility. Photographs of the damaged bracket and shifter assembly were taken for documentation. Assessment This incident represents a critical component failure of the gear shift mechanism, resulting in sudden loss of control over transmission operation. The break occurred under normal shifting force, indicating a possible material or design defect in the bracket assembly. Recommended Actions File a warranty or recall inquiry with Ram/Stellantis regarding potential defects in part 68470756AA. Replace the damaged bracket with a verified OEM replacement. Inspect surrounding linkage and cable components for stress damage or misalignment. Retain the failed part for potential recall or manufacturer investigation. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Incident: Nov 10, 2025VIN: 3C6UR5FL1GG***
ODI #11693040
Oct 13, 2025
POWER TRAIN
I previously had recall 17V-821 work completed. This recall was for The Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) locking pin may become stuck in the open position. I have the same issue now and see that NHTSA is investigating failed recall fixes. I have taken this to the dealer and an independent shop and am now trying to figure out how to get this repaired.
Incident: Oct 13, 2025VIN: 3C6UR5DL0GG***
ODI #11690345
Sep 29, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the shift solenoid change message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for a recall repair. Upon retrieving the vehicle, the vehicle failed to shift and had no power. The vehicle was diagnosed with a faulty shift solenoid. The replacement parts were on backorder. The local dealer later informed the contact that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and filed a complaint. The manufacturer declined to cover the cost of the repair. The failure mileage was approximately 238,000.
Incident: Jul 30, 2025VIN: 3C6UR5CL3GG***
ODI #11688411
Sep 19, 2025
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The grab handle or left interior a arm part broke and fell of in my lap while I was driving luckily it did not fall off when I entered the vehicle or I would have been flat on my back. I contacted Stelantis got the typical run around. Tried to order new part but part has been discontinued. Now I am driving with airbag not covered and exposed. The part number for my truck is 5RM911XAC you can check discontinued. I ask Stelantis to find part after I tried for months to no avail. Reply was sorry part discontinued. What broke was the plastic that holds two screws in. Hopefully no one gets hurt if others break. In my opinion it seems like a bad design to save money. The replacement part by the way is $313.00 for plastic with leather wrapped handle. I was willing to spend that but the attitude I got from Stelantis was very non caring after I spent $60,000 on a truck in 2016. I ordered this part in May of 2025 then in August they told me it was discontinued.
Incident: Apr 24, 2025VIN: 3C6UR5GL5GG***
ODI #11673363
Jul 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN
Transmission gear selector lever can be moved from park to reverse, neutral, and drive without having the brake pedal depressed. This is the way the transmission gear selector currently operates. This is not a one-time incident. I bought this vehicle recently and noticed this transmission gear selector lever issue about a month ago.
Incident: Jun 18, 2025VIN: 3C6TR5EJ5GG***
ODI #11663742
May 29, 2025
ENGINE
Towing my trailer with my 2016 Ram 2500, at 48,000 miles I experienced complete turbo failure in heavy traffic at highway speeds. Power was reduced to minimums causing hazardous conditions. The "check engine" light illuminated. I maintained control and eventually had the codes scanned at both a local auto parts store and Larry Miller Dodge/Ram in Sandy, Utah. The codes identified were for the turbo actuator/turbo. Larry Miller said they could replace the actuator, but I'd be back in three weeks for the turbo replacement as well. They were three weeks out for labor. I contacted a local diesel repair shop who purchased the turbo and actuator from Larry Miller Dodge Ram and had it installed in a day. Subsequent to these repairs ($5,400.00) I have learned that MOPAR issued Warranty Bulletin D-22-06, dated March 16, 2022, for the same make and model as mine, only for the year 2015. My truck was built in 2015 and the parts and computer codes for failure are identical. This published warranty bulletin issued relief of a new extended warranty of 15 years /150,000 miles for the installed turbo actuator/turbo. Since mine failed at 48,000 miles, this could be a continuation of the aforementioned issue with the stated 2015 year failures. I was lucky I didn't create a traffic accident when this turbo system failed since it was sudden and violent when the loss of power occurred without warning. I'm asking you to probe or look at the facts that the issue with these Garrett turbos are still outstanding whether Doge/Ram/Fiat/Mopar wants to include them in their campaign. The danger is real. The costs to retired people, such as myself, is consequential and devastating. It is unfair there is no way of sending queries to the manufacturers to alert them of this condition. The only way to communicate is to talk to a person in India and the communication barrier is tremendously difficult as is the chance of getting any return on the days and weeks of attempts for resolution.
Incident: Mar 25, 2025VIN: 3C6UR5FL8GG***
ODI #11663422
May 28, 2025
POWER TRAINENGINE
It is the Water pump We have the Concentric brand with out a vent hole picture attached ( which is the one under recall but doesn’t come up on our vin) Yes A Mechanic No No
Incident: May 23, 2025VIN: 3C6UR5FL8GG***
ODI #11662561
May 22, 2025
STEERINGSUSPENSION
I received an NHTSA recall notice V06/NHTSA 19V-021 on or about April 2023, I brought this vehicle to Stat Line Jeep Dodge RAM located in Somerset, MA early April to fix the vehicle pursuant to the recall notice for a Drag Link problem/defect. Upon arrival the service department stated they had not received a welding machine necessary to fix the problem and to call for another appointment, On or about April 10, 2023, I again brought the vehicle to State Line RAM dealership to complete the repair. On May 31, 2023, I brought the vehicle to Town Fair Tire Center to have all 4 new tires replaced and have the front end aligned. I was told that the alignment could not take place since the dealership welded the "Tie Rods" together. I brought the vehicle back to State Line dealership and asked why my vehicle's tie rods were welded. They told me that the NHTSA had told them that was the fix. I wanted to know how to get the vehicle aligned and the dealership told me that I would have to pay $850.00 to replace them and that should have been done except the NHTSA said to weld them together.
Incident: Apr 10, 2023VIN: 3C6LR5ATXGG***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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