How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Ram 1500?

NHTSA lists 87 complaints in this category for the 2016 Ram 1500, which is 6% of the 1,541 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall related to suspension or wheels on the 2016 Ram 1500?

Yes. Recall 15V663000 covers 2016 Ram 1500 trucks with a 5.7L engine and dual exhaust that may be missing a spare tire heat shield; dealers install one if missing.

At what mileage do these suspension and tire problems tend to show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 41,800 miles, though some owners reported issues in the first few hundred miles.

Have these suspension and tire problems caused crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2016 Ram 1500 shows 3 crashes, 2 fires, and 2 injuries reported.

2016 Ram 1500 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

Owners filed 87 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2016 Ram 1500, 6% of that year's 1,541 total complaints. NHTSA links the issue to 3 crashes and 2 fires, with a median failure mileage of 41,800. One related recall covers a missing spare tire heat shield.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 87; 6% of 1,541
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 41,800 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Tires blow out or shred across the tread at highway speed with no apparent road hazard, sometimes within a few thousand miles of purchase.
Front or rear tires wear out of round, causing wobble and vibration felt through the seats and floor at speeds above 60 mph.
A front suspension knuckle or component breaks or collapses while turning or decelerating, leading to loss of control.
Steering suddenly jerks or becomes inoperable at low speed, sending the truck off the road or into a curb.
Abnormal vibration and noise persist even after dealers balance and rotate tires or replace brake rotors.

When 2016 Ram 1500 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 14, 2016, latest Sep 11, 2026.

87 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2016 Q3 to 2026 Q3; peak 2019 Q1 (7).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2016 Ram 1500

NHTSA 15V663000Oct 16, 2015Suspension, Wheels & Tires253 vehicles
Tires:temporary/emergency spare tire
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 1500 trucks with a 5.7L engine and dual exhaust manufactured August 3, 2015, to August 10, 2015. The affected vehicles may be missing a heat shield for the spare tire.
Risk: Without a heat shield, heat from the exhaust system may damage the spare tire. When used, the damaged tire may have a tread separation or side wall rupture, resulting in a loss of control and an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a spare tire heat shield if the vehicle is missing one. Vehicles that have already been sold with an excess of 50 miles will also have their spare tires replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R58.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by 1500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20095 (14%)
201358 (5%)
2014133 (8%)
201564 (4%)
201687 (6%)
201770 (8%)
201830 (5%)
201948 (3%)
202016 (3%)
202112 (2%)
202222 (4%)
20236 (3%)
20243 (4%)
20256 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does NHTSA have for the 2016 Ram 1500?: NHTSA lists 87 complaints in this category for the 2016 Ram 1500, which is 6% of the 1,541 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall related to suspension or wheels on the 2016 Ram 1500?: Yes. Recall 15V663000 covers 2016 Ram 1500 trucks with a 5.7L engine and dual exhaust that may be missing a spare tire heat shield; dealers install one if missing.
At what mileage do these suspension and tire problems tend to show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 41,800 miles, though some owners reported issues in the first few hundred miles.
Have these suspension and tire problems caused crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data tied to this problem area for the 2016 Ram 1500 shows 3 crashes, 2 fires, and 2 injuries reported.