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2016 RAM 3500 Recalled by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) — POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

Date: January 7, 2016
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 replace the transfer case, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S48.

Affected Products

2016 RAM 3500. Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Ram 3500 trucks manufactured July 24, 2015, through January 7, 2016, and 2016 Ram 4500/5500 trucks manufactured July 24, 2015, through October 8, 2015. The transfer case may have been manufactured with a misshapen main output shaft, creating voids that may cause a shaft fracture.

Why Was This Recalled?

If the main output shaft fractures, the vehicle may lose motive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the driver may be unable to place the vehicle in PARK, increasing the risk of a vehicle rollaway.

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