2016 RAM 1500 Electrical System Problems
- 64
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 64 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 5 indicate fire
What owners report
- chrysler dodge · 6 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
- check engine · 5 records
- where diagnosed · 5 records
- fuel sensor · 5 records
- without warning · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 37 |
| 30–60k mi | 17 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ram 1500. While driving under 35 mph, the vehicle went into limp mode intermittently. The failures occurred between 500 to 1,000 miles apart without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer several times, but no failures were found. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 4,000.
ODI 10947567
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ram 1500. While parked outside the house, the vehicle caught fire. The fire department extinguished the flames. A report was not filed. The vehicle had not yet been towed to the junk yard. The manufacturer was notified and a claim was filed. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 01/26/2017*ct consumer stated fire started in the engine compartment because that's the only place the fire…
Fire reported
ODI 10927835
Electrical System · Headlights
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 dodge ram 1500. While driving various speeds, the headlights inadvertently turned off without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed, but no failures were found. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 200. Updated 02/07/2017*ct consumer stated had flickering light issues. Updated 7/11/18*jb
ODI 10928272
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Power Train
Our company leased this vehicle from mid county chrysler dodge jeep ram on 12/16/15 as part of an eight vehicle fleet. On 8/22/2016, the vehicle operator found that the battery was malfunctioning. Additionally, the transmission was slipping from 1st to 2nd. The vehicle was towed to the mid county dealership for repairs. Mechanics found that the battery had failed and replaced it. The mechanics also found defects in…
ODI 10913970
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Our company leased this vehicle from mid county chrysler dodge jeep ram on 12/16/2015 as a part of an eight vehicle fleet. On 8/18/2016, the vehicle operator reported that the engine would not crank and needed jumper cables to start. The vehicle was brought to mid county chrysler for repairs. The mechanics diagnosed a failed battery and replaced it. The vehicle was released to us on 8/26/2016. While this is the only…
ODI 10914064
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Our company leased this vehicle from mid county chrysler dodge jeep ram on 12/16/2015 as part of an eight vehicle fleet. On 8/18/2016, the vehicle operator reported that the engine would not start and the vehicle was brought to the mid county dealership for repairs. Mechanics tested the vehicle and found that the battery was dead and replaced it. The vehicle was released to us on 8/26/2016. While this is the only…
ODI 10913995
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Our company leased this vehicle from bayside chrysler jeep dodge on 4/21/2016 as part of an eight vehicle fleet. On 6/30/2016, the vehicle operator reported that the engine would not start. The vehicle was towed to the bayside dealership. The mechanics determined that the battery failed and replaced it. The vehicle was released to us on 7/1/2016. On 8/2/2016, the vehicle once again failed to start and warning lights…
ODI 10913964
Electrical System
When driving at night the headlights flicker. Does it in low beam and high beam. Has done it with ac on and off. Has done this with heat on and off. I am concerned that with the issue the headlights will go completely out while driving. This can cause a life and death issue. It does it at highway speeds as well as city speed. I noticed this when the vehicle had 751 miles on it.
ODI 10914886
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting
Our company leased this vehicle from bayside chrysler jeep dodge on 4/22/2016 as part of an eight vehicle fleet. On 6/24/2016, the vehicle operator was not able to start the vehicle and it was towed to the bayside dealership. Mechanics noted that they were able to jump start the vehicle with jumper cables, but malfunction lights came on and the instrument panel started dimming. The mechanics replaced the battery and…
ODI 10913958
Electrical System · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ram 1500. While driving approximately 50 mph and towing a camper, the brake controller computer failed and the brakes detached warning indicator illuminated. The headlights were turned on and the automatic braking system engaged without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake controller computer failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
ODI 10875881
Electrical System
The ignition switch is in a position where it can be bumped by the drivers knee. I was driving the truck, bumped the key fob with my knee, and the truck died. I was traveling at highway speed at night, and the truck completely shut off. This is a significant problem.
ODI 10873798
Electrical System · Power Train
The transmission shift knob has failed to keep vehicle in park on at least two occasions. In addition, it is placed too close to the a/c fan control knob. On the first occasion, i placed the vehicle in park from drive, and as i removed my foot from the brake after it was in park, the transmission moved back to drive. Luckily, my foot was still hovering over the brake and i was able to stop the truck. On the second…
ODI 10991360
Electrical System · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
Purchased vehicle april 15, 2016. Since this time when shifting from reverse to drive or park to drive transmissions shudders or slips before moving forward. This now also occurs in when shifting to reverse.on several occasions have shifted from park to drive. Transmission will not engage and indicator light on gear selector switch flashes. Have video. Have to replace to park and turn off vehicle and restart to…
ODI 10906809
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ram 1500. While driving 60 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The mechanic was unable to produce a fault code. The contact stated that the vehicle was repurchased by the manufacturer, but the failure occurred three times in the replacement vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure…
ODI 10914501