2016 RAM 2500 Power Train Problems
- 39
- 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 39 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- chrysler dodge · 8 records
- dodge jeep · 7 records
- power train · 7 records
- dead pedal · 6 records
- engine engine · 5 records
- engine cooling · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 24 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 2 |
| 100–150k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ram 2500. While attempting to drive the vehicle, the gear shift failed to shift out of park. The contact powered off and restarted the vehicle, and was able to shift gears. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000.
ODI 11019608
Power Train
When driving between 62and 80mph the truck develops a shack through the whole truck that make it hard to see out of mirrors and is uncomfortable to drive not feeling very safe
ODI 11130258
Power Train
Under some circumstances, like briefly letting off the accelerator and then re-applying acceleration, the vehicle does not respond to the acceleration input for 1-2 seconds. This is being described by owners in online forums as "dead pedal". The result of a lack of intended acceleration is a serious safety issue, especially when merging with traffic already at speed. This has happened to me on multiple occasions,…
ODI 10992855
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ram 2500. While accelerating from a traffic light, the vehicle failed to increase in speed when the accelerator pedal was depressed. Also, the check engine indicator was constantly illuminated. When the failure occurred, the contact had to restart the vehicle to resume normal operation. The contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle when the failure occurred. A police report was…
Crash reported
ODI 11021788
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
I feel i my complain is on par with so many others with a newer ram diesel. The dead pedal. I have nearly been hit more than 5 times now on several....several occasions due to no immediate acceleration at a light crossing an intersection, or going on the highway, switching lanes and trying to accelerate again. The delay in throttle response is the worst i have ever seen in a vehicle. My wife refuse to drive my "new"…
ODI 11003055
Power Train · Suspension · Wheels
Purchased 2016 dodge ram 2500 laramie, mega cab - noticeable vibration at highway speeds between 60-80mph - at certain speeds it's constant, at other speeds it's intermittent. Notified dealership who suggested balancing tires, road forcing tires, etc before bringing it in for warranty service. Took the truck to several tire shops to have the tires balanced, road forced, changed out for different tires, etc. Nothing…
ODI 11002815
Power Train · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ram 2500. While attempting to drive up a hill with a trailer in tow, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact also stated that the rear brakes failed to appropriately stop the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to corwin chrysler dodge jeep ram fiat (located at 1025 w sunshine st, springfield, mo 65807, [redacted]) where the dealer stated the issue was related to the hill assist…
ODI 11255139
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Numerous times the diesel has stuttered and acted like it was going to die. This has happened several times. Was taken to sealer and was told there is nothing wrong with it. It is making weird noises while shifting and is now throwing a cel with the code p0421.
ODI 10946545
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Today i had a close call. Cruising empty, not towing, someone pulled out right in front of me on the highway. Got on the brakes. Had a good opening in the next lane. Pushed down on the gas peddle and started shifting lanes. The truck wouldn't accelerate, not even a little. After what seemed like 2-3 seconds it started to accelerate, and by then the car behind me was getting very close to my rear bumper. I didn't…
ODI 10917232
Power Train
Dead pedal. This vehicle when starting to accelerate, releasing accelerator and then getting back immediately on the accelerator, does not respond for several seconds. This happened while pulling into an intersection and almost caused an accident. Dealer and ram says it is normal, but many owners are experiencing this issue. It has been suggested that it is an intended programming issue that was put in place to help…
ODI 10916641
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
2016 ram 2500 crew cab 4x4 6.4 liter v8 - my truck is 5 months old with 4,500 miles on it. I have had this problem two times so far. I would be driving and the check engine and throttle positioning sensor warning lights come on. The truck would lose acceleration and sometimes the truck would accelerate on it's own and could drive itself on the road (sometimes surging). I have had it tot the dealership two times so…
ODI 10915910
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ram 2500. While traveling various speeds, the [redacted] lever would shift independently and the "[redacted] shift in progress" warning message would illuminate. The contact took the vehicle to several dodge dealers, including athens dodge chrysler jeep ram (4145 atlanta hwy, athens, ga 30606), gwinnett chrysler dodge jeep ram (5054 ga-78, stone mountain, ga 30087), and akins dodge…
ODI 11291272
Body · Power Train · Suspension
Purchased a 2016 dodge ram 2500 turbo diesel laramie, new, returned the truck due to a vibration bad enough the seats, hood, rear bed shook. It was bad enough i had to slow down to have the shaking stop. Then when on the highway the only safe driving speeds where under 62 and over 80. Anything in between caused the truck to shake. So, the truck sat in my driveway, the only time i drove the truck was when i had to…
ODI 10920609
Power Train
A noticeable delay in throttle response is present. Some times the delay is short [ 1 second ] other times the delay is more pronounced [ 2-4 seconds ]. This can be very dangerous due to the vehicle not responding correctly. I have noticed the problem to be more prevalent when having to quickly transition from being on the throttle to off and back on quickly. A good example is merging onto the freeway where you have…
ODI 10957956