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Service bulletins for the 2016 Ram 3500

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.

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

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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.
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.~
08076162022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY. Remote Start Antenna Replacement This bulletin involves replacing the remote start antenna module. Some customers may experience a diminished or less than satisfactory range when trying to lock/unlock the doors or when using the remote start from the key fob. Some customers may also experience a Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPM) icon illuminated while all the tires are properly inflated.
08044162022-10-17. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Radio Frequency Hub Module (RFHM) Enhancement This bulletin involves reprogramming the RFHM module with the latest available software. Customers may describe the instrument cluster is illuminating by itself after the ignition has been off for an extended period of time (10 minutes or more).
1813022REVA2022-10-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; BACK OVER PREVENTION. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module/Powertrain Control Module (ECM/PCM) with the latest available software. The customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs: P20EE - SCR NOx Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold - Bank 1. P1C54 - SCR NOx Catalyst Missing. P229F - Aftertreatment NOx Sensor Circuit Performance - Bank 1 Sensor 2. P207F - Reductant Quality Performance. P2002 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold. P2201 - Aftertreatment NOx Sensor Circuit Performance - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P202E - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Injector Performance. P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. P0301-00 - Cylinder 1 Misfire. P0302-00 - Cylinder 2 Misfire. P0303-00 - Cylinder 3 Misfire. P0304-00 - Cylinder 4 Misfire. P0305-00 - Cylinder 5 Misfire. P0306-00 - Cylinder 6 Misfire. P249E - Closed Loop SCR Reductant Injection Control At Limit - Flow Too High. P0128 - Thermostat Rationality. P218F - Reductant No Flow Detected. U0001-00 - CAN C BUS. P24A5 - EGR Cooler Bypass Bank 1 Control Stuck. P1451 - Diesel Particulate Filter System Performance. P229E - NOx Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 2. P0218 - Transmission High Temperature Operation Activated (68RFE Only). P0868 - Line Pressure Low, MIL Action (68RFE Only). U110E - Lost Ambient Temperature Message. P205E - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Tank Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent (setting when the block heater is plugged in). The following DTCs have been changed from a one trip fault to a two trip fault:P0421 - Catalyst 1 Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1. P2280 - Air Flow Restriction / Leak Between Air Cleaner And MAF. P203C - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Level Sensor Circuit Low.
18130222022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module/Powertrain Control Module (ECM/PCM) with the latest available software. The customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs. P0401 - EGR System Performance. P2281 - Air Leak Between MAF and Throttle Body. P0402 - Egr Flow Excessive Detected. P0234 - Turbocharger Overboost Condition. P049D - Egr Control Position Exceeded Learning Limit. P040B - Exhaust Gas Recirculation Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit Performance. P064F - Unauthorized Software/Calibration Detected. P20EE - SCR NOx Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold - Bank 1. P1C54 - SCR NOx Catalyst Missing. P229F -Aftertreatment NOx Sensor Circuit Performance - Bank 1 Sensor 2. P207F - Reductant Quality Performance. P2002 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold. P2201 - Aftertreatment NOx Sensor Circuit Performance - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P202E - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Injector Performance. P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. P0301-00 - Cylinder 1 Misfire. P0302-00 - Cylinder 2 Misfire. P0303-00 - Cylinder 3 Misfire. P0304-00 - Cylinder 4 Misfire. P0305-00 - Cylinder 5 Misfire. P0306-00 - Cylinder 6 Misfire. P249E - Closed Loop SCR Reductant Injection Control At Limit - Flow Too High. P0128 - Thermostat Rationality. P218F - Reductant No Flow Detected. U0001-00 - CAN C BUS. P24A5 - EGR Cooler Bypass Bank 1 Control Stuck. P1451 - Diesel Particulate Filter System Performance. P229E - NOx Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 2. P0218 - Transmission High Temperature Operation Activated (68RFE Only). P0868 - Line Pressure Low, MIL Action (68RFE Only). U110E - Lost Ambient Temperature Message. P205E - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Tank Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent (setting when the block heater is plugged in).
18003222022-10-17. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; SERVICE BRAKES; BACK OVER PREVENTION; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the PCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation a technician may find the following DTCs set in the PCM memory: P064F - Unauthorized Software/Calibration Detected. P218F - Reductant No Flow Detected. P202E - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Injector Performance. U0001-00 - CAN C BUS. P1C55 - NOx Sensor Intermittent - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P24A5 - EGR Cooler Bypass Bank 1 Control Stuck. P207F - Reductant Quality Performance. P218F - Reductant No Flow Detected. U110E - Lost Ambient Temperature Message. The following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been changed from a one trip fault to a two trip fault:P2280 - Air Flow Restriction / Leak Between Air Cleaner and MAF. P203C - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Level Sensor Circuit Low. P208D - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Pump Control Circuit High. The following improvements/enhancements are also included in this software release:Fuel pressure override test improvement for wiTECH. AC pressure sensor error threshold change. No crank, No start fix. Ambient Air Temperature Improvements. Stationary de-soot with WiTECH fix.
S20080001132022-09-26. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle
S21080001632022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. No Start, Cannot Complete Module Replace, Proxi Or Module Proxi Configuration
90044702022-09-26. Service bulletin. TRAILER HITCHES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. CONNECTOR/WIRING, Trailer Tow If the connector or wiring is physically damaged, burned, melted or corroded, prior to replacing the part, please contact FCA Redacted Content If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. Please send pictures of the failed part to FCA Redacted Content
S21080001442022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY. No Start, No Crank
90043862022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING. WIRING, Body Before replacing this harness, please contact FCA Redacted Content to see if a repair kit is available for your application. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with repair. Please email pictures of harness defects to FCA Redacted Content
S20080001132022-09-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. No Start Intermittently, Vehicle Requires Multiple Keyless Push To Start Attempts To Start Vehicle, Intermittent Key Not Detected Message
S16080002262022-09-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Midtronics Charger Update Process
S160800022612022-09-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Battery Tester Warranty Code Procedures, Medtronic Update Process
18023212022-09-26. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL. Flash: Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module/Powertrain Control Module (ECM/PCM) with the latest available software. The customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find one or more of the following DTCs.P20EE - SCR NOx Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold - Bank 1. P1C54 - SCR NOx Catalyst Missing. P229F - Aftertreatment NOx Sensor Circuit Performance - Bank 1 Sensor 2. P207F - Reductant Quality Performance. P2002 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold. P2201 - Aftertreatment NOx Sensor Circuit Performance - Bank 1 Sensor 1. P202E - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Injector Performance. P0300 - Multiple Cylinder Misfire. P0301-00 - Cylinder 1 Misfire. P0302-00 - Cylinder 2 Misfire. P0303-00 - Cylinder 3 Misfire. P0304-00 - Cylinder 4 Misfire. P0305-00 - Cylinder 5 Misfire. P0306-00 - Cylinder 6 Misfire. P249E - Closed Loop SCR Reductant Injection Control At Limit - Flow Too High. P0401 - EGR System Performance. P0128 - Thermostat Rationality. P218F - Reductant No Flow Detected. U0001-00 - CAN C BUS. P24A5 - EGR Cooler Bypass Bank 1 Control Stuck. P1451 - Diesel Particulate Filter System Performance. P229E - NOx Sensor Circuit - Bank 1 Sensor 2. P2281 - Air Leak Between MAF and Throttle Body. P0218 - Transmission High Temperature Operation Activated (68RFE Only). P0868 - Line Pressure Low, MIL Action (68RFE Only). U110E - Lost Ambient Temperature Message. P205E - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Tank Temperature Sensor Circuit Intermittent (setting when the block heater is plugged in). The following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) have been changed from a one trip fault to a two trip fault:P0421 - Catalyst 1 Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1. P2280 - Air Flow Restriction / Leak Between Air Cleaner And MAF. P203C - (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) Reductant Level Sensor Circuit Low.
21017192022-09-15. Service bulletin. FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; AIR BAGS; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; BACK OVER PREVENTION. Flash: Transmission Control Module (TCM) Updates This bulletin involves reprogramming the TCM with the latest available software. Customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation the technician may find that the followingDTC has been set:U1111-00 - Lost Odometer Message(DD, DF, and DP with Diesel Engine Only). In addition, the customer may notice one or more of the following conditions: The customer may notice a harsh 2-3 and/or 3-4 shift(2017 MY D2 with ETK 6.7L Diesel and DF2 Transmission Only). 1-2 hard shift. 3-4 flare issue fix. Trans quick learn fix(Gas Engine Only). Transmission oil temperature light illumination during high engine and tow loads. Less than desired towing performance while using cruise control. Harsh engagement while shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse,or park to reverse with vehicle still in motion (rolling garage shift). Engine flare during 2-1 tip in downshift. Less than desired shift quality during 6-5 and 5-4 coasting downshifts. Delayed downshifts in Tow/Haul mode while driving down grades. Less than desired transmission shift performance when transitioning froma low traction to high traction surfaces i.e. ice covered road to clear pavement. Less than desired shift points during light pedal and Wide Open Throttle(WOT) operation or while in Tow/Haul and engine brake modes. 1-2 upshift shudder correction(Diesel engine and DF2 Transmission Only). A harsh 1-2 upshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Excessive gear shifting(DF2 Transmission Only). Harsh 2-1 downshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Delayed engagement when shifting from neutral to drive, neutral to reverse,or park to reverse (garage shifts)(DF2 Transmission Only). Audible squawk noise on 4-3 downshift(DF2 Transmission Only). Poor vehicle acceleration in first gear with vehicle fully loaded(DF2 Transmission Only). MIL illumination with no defect found forDTC P253D - PTO Sense Circuit High(DF2 Transmission Only).
08111192022-09-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. RA3 and RA4 GPS Radio Update This bulletin involves updating the radio software. 18.01.35 (BU Vehicles)
D19252022-09-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. RRT 19-090 (Service Bulletin 08-111-19) 2013-2018 Multiple Vehicles RA3/RA4 Radio GPS Certification Error
25-003-17 REV. A2022-09-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: Dosing Control Unit (DCU) Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the DCU with the latest available software and if necessary replacing the unit. Some customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation, a technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs):P207F - Reductant Quality Performance. P202C - Reductant Tank Heater Control Circuit High. P203B - Reductant Level Sensor 1 Circuit Performance.
08-008-17 REV. A2022-09-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM. Flash: BCM Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Body Control Module (BCM) with the latest available software. The customer may describe the headlamps flicker while operating at night. This condition may be more prevalent after the bulb(s) have been replaced with an aftermarket bulb.
08-057-162022-08-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. RA3 RA4 Radio Enhancements This bulletin involves inspecting and, if required, updating the radio software. A small number of customers may experience one or more of the following: · Navigation failed message is displayed. · Clock not automatically updating to local time. · Poor or no connection to cellular network. · HVAC temperature out of sync with radio display (KL vehicles). · Display goes blank/black. · Radio locks up. · Some Uconnect App remote commands do not execute with the vehicle.
Z5091195A2022-08-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL. RES / RHA / REB radio that supports Bluetooth and Hands-Free For issues with Bluetooth, Hands-Free Calling, and/or Voice Commands, DO NOT replace the radio. Diagnose the Hands-Free Module system (also called the Telematics Module). The Telematics Module (and associated components) is the system responsible for these features. A power cycle may be required for the hands-free module for proper diagnosis.~ Please reference; 8T - Navigation/Telecommunication Diagnosis and Testing (DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - HANDS FREE PHONE)
68066351A2022-08-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Keyfob 2016 Vehicle Keyfobs with Passive Entry Keyless Go Feature - Engineering is investigating a keyfob unable to program or no function or low keyfob coin battery condition.~ Prior to replacing keyfob on MY16 vehicles, please contact Raja Charabuddi on cell (248) 202-7313. If no response within 15 minutes, proceed with repair.
18080152022-08-22. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest

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