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Forward collision avoidancePart report

2016 Ram 1500 Forward collision avoidance Problems

Complaints
21about this part
Share
1%of 1,554 total for the year
Median mileage
—not reported
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 21 complaints about the forward collision avoidance of the 2016 Ram 1500, 1% of the 1,554 complaints for this model year. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“the abs module brake setstem has not been working properly for about 9 to 10 months. when I call to see if dealership they keep telling that their engineers are still working on the problem. the problem can go out anytime. i would like for the NHTSA to investagate the problem. I was told that this problem is a big safety problem.”

NHTSA complaint #11611125, filed 2024-08

“The dealership said I need my ABS module replaced due to the lights on the dashboard and my ABS braking system and cruise control not working. I had them order the module and paid for it. I finally asked for a refund. where it has been on backorder for 18 months as of 8/13/2026, with no idea of when it will come in if it comes in at all. This is an extremely disturbing situation and safety issue of not having the anti-braking system in operative.”

NHTSA complaint #11756739, filed 2026-08

“2016 Dodge Ram 1500 truck apparently this is a known issue and the module to fix the antilock brake is impossible to get. I have been researching this and I have thus far not only my year make and model truck but other Dodge trucks with the same failure and not able to get the module. The Dodge Dearler in Hayesville NC ordered this part and I call frequently to inquire as to its arrival. this is a safely issue that need to be addressed”

NHTSA complaint #11699646, filed 2025-11

“Traction control light, brake light and abs light all on. Has been burning my 3rd light bulb and dash speedometer goes blank sometimes when driving. Also feels like brakes are engaged while driving sometimes. Check engine light come on and off sometimes. I was told it was The ABS CONTROL MODULE BY DODGE DEALER SHIP. ALSO TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SHIFT SOMETIMES. Have to turn vehicle off to reset. But sometimes it takes several of times to reset.”

NHTSA complaint #11688253, filed 2025-09

“Ram has an issue with the electronic brake module. It effects the anti-brake, anti-slip, trailer brake, and cruise control. They are aware of it and it is documented on many forums as far back as 2016 on my model. My son has a 2018 2500 and is starting to have the same issues. This is an $1100 job but they don't have the part and can't get it. They say it is on back order? No real guarantee it will even last when it is replaced. This is a hazard driving. And definitely an issue you need to address”

NHTSA complaint #11634236, filed 2025-01

Forward collision avoidance: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
202666%
20255114%
202468%
20232110%
2022579%
2021528%
2020163%
2019292%
201871%
2017182%
2016211%
2015161%
2014171%
201371%

Other parts of the 2016 Ram 1500

Steering
314 complaints
Engine
291 complaints
Brakes
282 complaints
Fuel system
281 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
202 complaints
Electrical system
193 complaints
Other or unknown
127 complaints
Vehicle speed control
111 complaints
Suspension
68 complaints
Engine cooling
63 complaints
Air bags
49 complaints
Body and structure
36 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2016 Ram 1500

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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