How many steering complaints does the 2016 Ram 2500 have?

NHTSA lists 43 steering complaints for the 2016 Ram 2500, which is 17% of all 258 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a steering recall for the 2016 Ram 2500?

Yes. Recall 19V021000, reported January 25, 2019, covers the outboard steering linkage jam nut, which may loosen and allow the drag link to separate.

At what mileage do steering problems usually show up on the 2016 Ram 2500?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for steering complaints on this model year is 34,000 miles.

Did the steering issue cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this component and year show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.

How does the 2016 Ram 2500's steering complaint rate compare to other years?

The 2016 model's 17% share matches 2013 but is lower than 2014 (25%) and 2015 (20%), and higher than 2017 (7%), 2018 (3%), and later years, based on NHTSA complaint data.

2016 Ram 2500 Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 43 steering complaints for the 2016 Ram 2500, 17% of all complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 34,000 miles. Recall 19V021000 covers a steering linkage jam nut that can loosen, and no crashes, fires, or injuries are reported.

Steering complaints: 43; 17% of 258
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 34,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners report the outboard steering linkage jam nut loosening, letting the drag link separate from the steering assembly.
Several owners describe a loose left inner tie rod or drag link coupling nut causing a knocking or clunking sound from the front end.
Owners who took the vehicle in for the recall fix say the dealer welded the drag link jam nut shut, which left the steering wheel off-center and made the vehicle impossible to align afterward.
Some owners report the drag link jam nuts coming loose repeatedly, requiring multiple repairs on the same truck.
Owners express concern that welding an adjustable steering part is not a permanent or safe fix, since it prevents future alignment work.

When 2016 Ram 2500 steering complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 26, 2016, latest Aug 1, 2026.

43 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2016 to Aug 2026; peak Aug 2019 (4).

Steering recalls for the 2016 Ram 2500

NHTSA 19V021000Jan 25, 2019Steering795,575 vehicles
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Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Ram 3500 and 2014-2018 Ram 3500 Chassis Cab and Ram 2500 vehicles. The outboard steering linkage jam nut may loosen, allowing one end of the drag link to separate.
Risk: A drag link separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will check the steering linkage jam nut tightness, replacing the drag link assembly or welding the nut to the adjuster sleeve, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2019. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is V06.

Steering complaints by 2500 model year

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

201331 (17%)
201486 (25%)
201543 (20%)
201643 (17%)
201749 (7%)
201885 (3%)
201911 (6%)
202010 (6%)
20215 (5%)
20227 (4%)
20234 (8%)
20241 (2%)
20253 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does the 2016 Ram 2500 have?: NHTSA lists 43 steering complaints for the 2016 Ram 2500, which is 17% of all 258 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a steering recall for the 2016 Ram 2500?: Yes. Recall 19V021000, reported January 25, 2019, covers the outboard steering linkage jam nut, which may loosen and allow the drag link to separate.
At what mileage do steering problems usually show up on the 2016 Ram 2500?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for steering complaints on this model year is 34,000 miles.
Did the steering issue cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this component and year show 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries reported.
How does the 2016 Ram 2500's steering complaint rate compare to other years?: The 2016 model's 17% share matches 2013 but is lower than 2014 (25%) and 2015 (20%), and higher than 2017 (7%), 2018 (3%), and later years, based on NHTSA complaint data.