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Service bulletins for the 2016 Ram 1500

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

604 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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S22230000632022-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Ambient Temperature Sensor Servicing.
31001222022-10-31. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:DOOR; STRUCTURE; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Approved Use of Weld Through Primers This bulletin documents the FCA US LLC position regarding the use of weld through primer when using Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRSW) and Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) processes when welding steel body panels and structural components.
S22230000632022-10-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. Ambient Temperature Sensor Servicing.
90037042022-10-31. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Trans Oil Pan, Heater Tube or O-ring, Heater Applies to vehicles equipped with 8 speed transmissions only; If you have a leak that appears to be at the pan the use of proper leak detection is recommended. The fluid in the 8 speeds can be detected with a black light and there are aftermarket spray on leak detection materials to help ensure that the leak is properly diagnosed and not from another location such as cooler lines, heater tubes, or case porosity. If you have a leak concern please note that the transmission pan gasket is available for many of the 8 speed applications FCA offers. See your parts specialist for the proper gasket for the repair.
90038052022-10-31. Service bulletin. WHEELS; EQUIPMENT; POWER TRAIN. Hub & Bearing Assy - Front For issues with front wheel Hub/Bearings appearing to leak grease, do not replace the parts. Please call Paul Kuehl for further assistance, at cell (248) 535-7013. If no response in 15minutes, proceed with repair, but do not replace bearing(s) unless there is visible damage, see Service Manual Diagnostic Procedure which includes a picture of typical bearing grease weepage.
90037732022-10-31. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER. DS Fuel Filler Housing If replacing the housing for a cracked/damaged condition, please call Jordan Weber at (818) 730-2758 prior to removing any parts. If there is no response within 15 minutes, please take a close-up picture that clearly shows the damage and send it and the VIN to Jordan.Weber@fcagroup.com, then replace the housing and filler tube as an assembly without further disturbing the rivets holding the housing to the tube. Please return the part to FCA for analysis.
1808716REVA2022-10-31. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Engine Oil Viscosity Upgrade And Flash Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and the Transmission Control Module (TCM). It also involves changing the engine oil with new 5W40 engine oil and applying a sticker to the engine oil filler cap. An addendum card will need to be added in the owner's manual. The following powertrain system improvements/enhancements are included in this software release: · Fan calibration. · Transmission calibration. · Revised oil change algorithm.
90037712022-10-24. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Radiator Before replacing the radiator call Matt Mihm at FCA Auburn Hills cell: (248) 736- 6542 to answer a few questions. If no response in 15 minutes, please proceed with repair. When replacing Radiator for damage on engine side of radiator, also replace fan module and ship the old fan using the same ticket number.
90037642022-10-24. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION; STEERING. Brake Booster If replacing booster for squeak, click, or pop noise when applying brake pedal, please attempt greasing interface between brake pedal pin and brake booster eyelet. Use a general all-purpose grease such as MS-4178 used on steering linkages.
23017162022-10-24. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS. Roof Damage Repair
2300116REVD2022-10-24. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Center Console Lid Binding
21017162022-10-24. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Transmission Shift And Drivability Enhancements.
08044162022-10-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Enhancement
04581581A2022-10-24. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Pump - vacuum For DS vacuum pump concerns only; If the vacuum pump continues to run even when the ignition is off; before replacing vacuum pump, please call Tim Parks on cell (248) 245-9395 or Fernando Betancourt on cell (248) 202-7871. If you do not receive a return call within 15 minutes, proceed with the repair.~
S16250000052022-10-17. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; AIR BAGS; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. (Rev. A) Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) Illuminated. Service Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) System ? See Dealer Soon Message on Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Along With Possible Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P241D - SCR Inducement - Forced Engine Shutdown.
S20250000012022-10-17. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; BACK OVER PREVENTION. (Rev. B) Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illumination (MIL). Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P203E ? Reductant Level Sensor 1 Circuit Intermittent-Erratic Set.
S19080001022022-10-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. (Rev. A) Power Inverter Load Ratings
31002202022-10-17. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Aluminum Body Panel Corrosion Repair This bulletin involves inspecting and if necessary removing corrosion and refinishingthe suspect aluminum panels on the vehicle, hood, door, fenders, hinges, swing gates or liftgate panels.
08094202022-10-17. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 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 transfer case, the software must be updated.C140E - Transfer Case Motor Blocked. If DTC C140E is present, follow normal diagnostic procedures before updating the DTCM.In addition the customer may describe the following:The ?Service 4WD? message/fault is displayed in the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC). Transfer case shift fork tabs broken during range shift. Noisy (clunking/ratcheting) transfer case range shifts. Failure to complete transfer case range shifts. The following software enhancement is available:This update will help reduce premature transfer case failure.
520297372022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. TANK, Diesel Exhaust Fluid, Part Includes Temp Sensor and Level Sensor For DS and WK vehicles ONLY; If the urea tank is being replaced due to P249C, P203E, or P24F3 on a 2014-2016 model year 3.0L Turbo Diesel (EXF) on DS or WK, please call Indra Djutrisno at cell (248) 892-3473. If no response is received within 15 minutes, please continue with repair
681587702022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:CONNECTORS/PLUGS:ACCESORY POWER OUTLET/JACK/PORT/USB/SAE/CIGARETTE LIGHTER. USB Charging Port Before replacing this part - this is a charge only USB port intended to charge smart phones and other low power USB devices. To verify proper functionality, turn on the ignition with no cables or devices plugged into the port. Connect a charging cable to the port, then connect the device. If the device receives power, the port is functioning to design. There are some minor compatibility issues with some charging cables including Apple Lightning cables. For questions regarding the charging port functionality, please call Dave Diovardi at Cell (248) 941-8704 or Rick Gordon at Cell (248) 630-6281.~
681406642022-10-17. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM. A/C compressor Before replacing the AC compressor for noise or in-op. call one of the individuals below.~ Steve Rice at cell (248) 867 0061~ Mark Briolat at cell (248) 345-0127~ If no response in 15 minutes, please continue with repair.
682340412022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM. Thermal Expansion Valve (TXV), H-valve For D trucks only; When diagnosing an A/C system leak at the TXV (Thermal Expansion Valve, H-valve), do not replace the TXV unless it has been proven to be defective for function or for a leak. Instead replace just the O-ring(s) part number 05161806AA, 68046015AA, 68100682AA, 68100676AA. For any questions call Matt Mihm cell (248) 736-6542. If no response in 15 minutes, please continue with repair.~ ~___________________________________________________________________~ Contact us at CAGRIS@Chrysler.com for feedback related ONLY to this GPOP Tech Tip. Please include the Part Number(s) and Tech Tip Part Description of the Tech Tip you are referencing for our tracking system.
051520292022-10-17. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY/WIPER. Washer Fluid Level Sensor Prior to replacing this part due to "Low Washer Fluid" tell tale light on the dash and the washer fluid bottle is full, please perform the this inspection. Inspect the sensor for a fluid coating on the sensor pins. Orange colored rain repellant can cause this fluid build-up. Clean the pins, drain the reservoir, and fill with Mopar approved washer fluid. Check to determine if the issue has been resolved. Continue with repair if necessary. Also, please inform the customer not to use Rain-X in the system to avoid this issue. Please contact Chuck Hood at cell (248) 613-7591 if you have questions or need additional information. Thank you.
683328102022-10-17. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Service - Four Piece Oil Pan Gasket All Cummins Equipped Vehicles ONLY - The replacement oil pan gasket can be a four piece gasket rather than a single piece gasket. This applies to Cummins 5.9L and 6.7L engines only. Installation: 1. Clean the oil pan T-joints.~ 2. Fill the T-joint between the pan rail/gear housing and pan rail/rear seal retainer with sealant. Use Mopar® Silicone Rubber Adhesive Sealant or equivalent. 3. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the oil pan flange.~ 4. The four piece gasket will need to be assembled to make a complete oil pan gasket. 5. Lay the oil pan gasket(s) onto the oil pan flange.~ 6. Ensure the oil pan gasket segment joints are properly aligned. 7. Apply a 2-mm [0.063-in] bead of Mopar Engine Sealant RTV Silicone Rubber Adhesive, to the top of the oil pan gasket.~ 8. Install the oil pan. Starting from the center and working outward, tighten the oil pan bolts to 28 N·m [21 ft. lbs.].

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