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2016 RAM 1500 Recalled by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) — TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE

Date: October 16, 2015
Company: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Status: Ongoing
Source: NHTSA

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will install a spare tire heat shield if the vehicle is missing one. Vehicles that have already been sold with an excess of 50 miles will also have their spare tires replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R58.

Affected Products

2016 RAM 1500. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 1500 trucks with a 5.7L engine and dual exhaust manufactured August 3, 2015, to August 10, 2015. The affected vehicles may be missing a heat shield for the spare tire.

Why Was This Recalled?

Without a heat shield, heat from the exhaust system may damage the spare tire. When used, the damaged tire may have a tread separation or side wall rupture, resulting in a loss of control and an increased risk of a crash.

Where Was This Sold?

Nationwide

About Chrysler (FCA US LLC)

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Data sourced from the NHTSA. Last updated March 27, 2026. View original report