2016 Ram 2500 Technical Service Bulletins

463 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2016 Ram 2500. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10188620Feb 24, 2021Equipment, Brakes. PLATE - CLUTCH PRESSURE For 68RFE trans use selective fit pressure plates between the overdrive and reverse clutch packs and hence use all three 52119929A$, 52119930A$, 04799116A$ maintain clearance For 65RFE & 66RFE no selectives for this pressure plate: 65RFE use 04799116A$ 66RFE use 52119929A$
• 10220534Feb 8, 2021Exterior lighting. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P207F ? Reductant Quality Performance Set.
• 10188738Feb 8, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Exterior lighting, Equipment. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illumination. Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P207F ? Reductant Quality Performance Set.
• 10215879Jan 16, 2021Engine cooling. Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter wear (roller failure) on one or more cam lobes and that camshaft/lifter replacement is necessary.
• 10187058Jan 16, 2021Engine cooling. Customer complaints may include abnormal engine noise, rough idle, lack of power, misfire. Upon investigation, it may be found that there is excessive camshaft lobe wear/lifter wear (roller failure) on one or more cam lobes and that camshaft/lifter replacement is necessary.
• 10224022Nov 5, 2020Transmission and drivetrain. (Rev. A) Power Inverter Load Ratings
• 10184699Nov 5, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. (Rev. A) Power Inverter Load Ratings
• 10184399Nov 5, 2020Electrical system. (Rev. A) Power Inverter Load Ratings
• 10223967Oct 10, 2020Engine cooling, Electrical system, Exterior lighting. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) Update This bulletin involves reprogramming the DTCM with the latest available software. The customer may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set::If the customer has any concerns with the transfer case or if the tech performs any repairs on the…
• 10183078Oct 10, 2020Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system, Equipment. Flash: Drivetrain Control Module (DTCM) Update This bulletin involves reprogramming the DTCM with the latest available software. The customer may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) has been set::If the customer has any concerns with the transfer case or if the tech performs any repairs on the…
• 10181560Sep 29, 2020Fuel system. External Fuel Pump Relay Kit Now Available
• 10181513Sep 23, 2020Fuel system. Power Distribution Center If the PDC is being replaced due to a failed internal fuel pump relay, the relay can now be serviced as a separate component. Please use relay replacement KIT part number: 68510768A$.
• 10181512Sep 23, 2020Fuel system. Intelligent Power Distribution Center If the PDC requires replacement due to a failed internal fuel pump relay, the relay can now be serviced as a separate component. Please use relay replacement KIT part number: 68510768A$.
• 10221813Aug 1, 2020Other or unknown, Electrical system. No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
• 10180203Aug 1, 2020Engine, Electrical system. No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
• 10229341Jul 24, 2020Equipment. 6.7L New Oil Usage Information This bulletin provides information regarding the correct oil grade to use on the 6.7L Cummins used in the 2019 and newer HD Trucks. The following information is intended to eliminate confusion.
• 10221771Jul 24, 2020Other or unknown, Equipment. 6.7L New Oil Usage Information This bulletin provides information regarding the correct oil grade to use on the 6.7L Cummins used in the 2019 and newer HD Trucks. The following information is intended to eliminate confusion.
• 10178698Jul 24, 2020Engine cooling. 6.7L New Oil Usage Information This bulletin provides information regarding the correct oil grade to use on the 6.7L Cummins used in the 2019 and newer HD Trucks. The following information is intended to eliminate confusion.
• 10229292Jul 14, 2020Equipment. Click Or Pop From Drag Link
• 10221722Jul 14, 2020Steering. Click Or Pop From Drag Link
• 10178649Jul 14, 2020Steering, Equipment. Click Or Pop From Drag Link
• 10223559Jun 30, 2020Lane departure. Blind Spot Or Park Assist Warnings, False Activation
• 10177504Jun 30, 2020Electrical system. Blind Spot Or Park Assist Warnings, False Activation
• 10223578Jun 3, 2020Other or unknown. 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Does Not Fit
• 10177523Jun 3, 2020Other or unknown. 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Does Not Fit
• 10177476Jun 3, 2020Engine cooling, Equipment. Turbocharger vs Turbocharger Actuator Replacement
• 10176570May 9, 2020Suspension, Equipment, Electrical system. Rear Axle Vibration, Shudder Or Chatter This bulletin involves changing the rear axle lube to possibly address a chatter, shudder or vibration. The customer may describe the following: A chatter, shudder, or vibration from the rear axle during turns. This may happen more as the vehicle ages, especially if the vehicle is used extensively for towing or hauling heavy loads. The cause of the concern may be due to…
• 10175743Apr 30, 2020Equipment, Body and structure. Disinfectant Solution Recommended for COVID-19
• 10175735Apr 22, 2020Equipment, Electrical system. Charging System, Battery Diagnostic Tools and Warranty This information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
• 10175733Apr 21, 2020Fuel system. Possible Driveability Issues due to the Winter-Blend Fuel into the Warmer Season
• 10175677Apr 18, 2020Electrical system. Valve Body Pressure Testing Plug Inspection
• 10175674Apr 17, 2020Steering. Hands On Steering Wheel Message In EVIC
• 10175619Apr 15, 2020Equipment. APPLIQUE, Storage Bin (Rambox) For concern of Rambox applique fading, do not replace the applique. This is due to wax or other chemical substance being used on a grain in molded color part. You can clean the applique using isopropyl alcohol. This is not a warrantable condition.
• 10175618Apr 15, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. RFE Valvebody Plug Installation OEM RFE valve bodies require seven (7) 06030035 plugs installed and torqued to 45 in-lb (5Nm). Notify independant repair facilities when they order valve body.
• 10175501Mar 27, 2020Vehicle speed control. Speed Control Operates Intermittently
• 10175088Mar 27, 2020Vehicle speed control. Speed Control Operates Intermittently
• 10174168Mar 27, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. Speed Control Operates Intermittently
• 10175475Mar 6, 2020Suspension. Chatter, Shudder, or Vibration From Rear Axle During Turns
• 10175063Mar 6, 2020Suspension. Chatter, Shudder, or Vibration From Rear Axle During Turns
• 10174143Mar 6, 2020Suspension. Chatter, Shudder, or Vibration From Rear Axle During Turns
• 10173328Feb 26, 2020Electrical system, Equipment. Key Programming, Security Pin Request, Pin Invalid
• 10173279Feb 19, 2020Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. CASE ASSEMBLY, Differential For concern of shudder/chatter/vibration from the rear axle that is more prominent during turns and customer has the following: 1) Limited Slip Differential 2) No record of rear axle oil being serviced in the last 20,000 miles 3) No apparent damage to the axle/differential case or differential case internal gears Service the rear axle oil with new and test drive to see if condition is…
• 10173314Feb 12, 2020Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Left Hand Drivers Side Mirror Takes Longer to Defrost Or Clear Than Right Side Passenger
• 10173313Feb 12, 2020Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Outside Power Fold Rearview Mirror Appears Loose Or Shakes
• 10170314Dec 11, 2019Suspension. Air Suspension Components Star Parts Catalog has been updated to show individual service parts for the compressor assembly. This will allow service technicians to repair the root cause without over repairing the system. Replace only the part deemed failed by the diagnostics performed.
• 10170382Dec 6, 2019Equipment. RA3 and RA4 GPS Calibration Update This bulletin involves updating the radio software. 18.01.35 (BU Vehicles)
• 10220059Nov 21, 2019Equipment. Revised Customer Satisfaction Notification VB3 ? Navigation Flash
• 10169207Nov 21, 2019Equipment. Revised Customer Satisfaction Notification VB3 ? Navigation Flash
• 10220101Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Aftermarket Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
• 10220099Nov 20, 2019Body and structure. Use of Salvage/Recycled Parts This bulletin involves discussing FCA US LLC position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.

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