2016 Ram 1500 steering problems

The 2016 Ram 1500 has 301 steering complaints filed with NHTSA — 15% of the year's total, and roughly flat versus the prior model year.

301

Steering complaints

15%

Share of year

Crash-involved

Related recalls

Steering complaints by year

1500 steering complaints by model year. Red bars are years to avoid.

Related recalls

16V167000SteeringMarch 23, 2016 · 440 units

Defect

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2015, to September 13, 2015. Contamination on the Electric Power Steering (EPS) control circuit board may cause a short and result in the loss of power steering assist.

Consequence

If the vehicle experiences a loss of power steering assist, extra steering effort will be required, especially at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EPS unit, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on May 16, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S19.

What owners report

“Turning left out of my neighborhood, the truck veered right instead. I lost control and ran up into a yard. Mechanic diagnosed rack and pinion. There is a recall but MOPAR States my VIN isn't affected. I beg to differ as we almost lost our lives. ”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · February 22, 2024 · crash

Common questions

How many steering complaints does the 2016 Ram 1500 have?

NHTSA has 301 complaints about the 2016 Ram 1500 steering — 15% of all complaints filed for that model year.

Are there recalls for the 2016 Ram 1500 steering?

Yes — 1 NHTSA recall campaign for this model year is tied to the steering: 16V167000.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.