2016 Ram 2500 Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 71 engine complaints for the 2016 Ram 2500, 28% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 8,000. A related recall (17V562000) covers water pump failures on the Cummins 6.7L diesel engine.
- Engine complaints
- 71
- 28% of 258
- Crashes reported
- 1
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 2
- Median mileage
- 8,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Engine stalls suddenly at highway speeds with no warning, sometimes with dash warning lights illuminating afterward.
- Throttle response lags for one to three seconds when accelerating, which owners say is dangerous when merging or pulling into traffic.
- Reduced throttle warning indicator comes on and leaves the vehicle unable to move, sometimes recurring multiple times before reaching a dealer.
- Accelerator continues to increase speed on its own even after the pedal is released or the transmission is shifted to neutral.
- Total loss of engine power and electrical systems occurs while driving, including headlights and dashboard going dark.
- Extreme heat from the exhaust during the regeneration process was noticed by owners, with dealers reportedly already aware of the issue.
When 2016 Ram 2500 engine complaints were filed
First complaint Oct 22, 2015, latest Apr 22, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2016 Ram 2500
- NHTSA 17V562000Sep 12, 2017Engine443,874 vehicles
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
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.
Risk: The leaking water pump can increase the risk of an engine compartment fire.
Remedy: 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.
Engine complaints by 2500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many 2016 Ram 2500 owners reported engine problems?
- NHTSA lists 71 engine complaints for the 2016 Ram 2500, which is 28% of the 258 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for the 2016 Ram 2500 engine?
- Yes. Recall 17V562000 covers 2013-2017 Ram 2500, 3500, and cab chassis trucks with Cummins 6.7L Turbo Diesel engines that have Concentric-brand water pumps; dealers replace the water pump free of charge.
- At what mileage do 2016 Ram 2500 engine problems usually appear?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this engine issue is 8,000 miles.
- What kind of engine failures do 2016 Ram 2500 owners describe?
- Owners describe sudden stalling at speed, delayed throttle response of one to three seconds, unintended acceleration, and full loss of engine power and electrical systems while driving.