2016 RAM 1500 Recall: Front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to…
NHTSA campaign 16V301000 · Power Train · filed May 16, 2016 · verified Sep 14, 2026
The defect
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2016 RAM 1500 trucks manufactured February 19, 2016, to March 3, 2016. The front halfshafts may have been incorrectly manufactured causing them to fracture without warning.
The risk
A fractured halfshaft may damage underbody components and create road debris, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace both front halfshafts, free of charge. The recall began on July 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S32.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
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Other campaigns involving RAM vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 16V301000 (manufacturer number S32). Data last verified Sep 14, 2026.