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Service bulletins for the 2016 Ram 4500

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.

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

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05149141A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV). Camshaft Position Sensor If replacing a camshaft position sensor for P0340, P0344, P0345, P0349, P0365, P0369, P0390 or P0394 fault codes, please review information below and contact Tom Nies on his cell phone: (248) 494-0187. If no response is received within 15 minutes, please continue with repair. Before clearing any codes, please pull Freeze Frame and CamCrank Sync Event Monitor data (instructions below) from the PCM and send the PDF?s to Tom Nies by email: tom.nies@fcagroup.com~ Instructions to access Cam/Crank Sync Event Monitor: - From wiTECH main screen - Monitors tab - OBDII Monitors - Select Cam Crank Synchronization Event Monitor from the list - Should bring up 3 or 4 pages of data - Click on create PDF icon in lower right corner - email PDF to tom.nies@fcagroup.com
04861963A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT. Evaporative System Integrity Monitor switch (ESIM) Prior to replacing this component on a 2015 Dodge Journey (JC), please call Bob Bruni at cell (248) 736-8958. If a response is not received within 15 minutes, then continue with the necessary repair.
04610124A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. SEATS; SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER. Element Assy- Heated Seat If any of the Front Heated Seats are Inoperable. Call Mike Wicker at cell (248) 821- 9350 with the Fault Code, so we can determine true root cause. If your call is not returned within 15 minutes, please continue with the repair
1UU47DX9A2018-11-26. Service bulletin. SEATS. Seat belt retractor - rear seat center Prior to ordering this part, call Gary Gebski at (248) 807-5874. If no response in 15 minutes, proceed with ordering the part
31-001-152018-11-26. Service bulletin. SEATS. Replacement Seat Covers And Seat Cover Repairs This bulletin involves FCA US LLC position in regard to replacement seat covers and seat cover repairs.
6th Edition 20152018-11-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT. Warranty Operations Newsletter Volume 1, Issue 6
08-028-162018-06-25. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. RE2 RE6 RB5 RB6 Radio Software Enhancements This bulletin involves updating the radio software and navigation if equipped. A customer may experience one or more of the following conditions: · Radio display screen will lock up and reset intermittently. · Incorrect routing directions to fuel stations when using Travel Link. · Unable to turn on heated seats; icon is greyed out. · Navigation screen goes blank. · Navigation system freezes/locks up. · Vehicles with Mopar special edition radio will update radio?s splash screen. · Navigation icon shows the vehicle going backward when it?s moving forward.
23-001-16 REV. E2018-06-18. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT. Center Console Lid Binding This bulletin involves adding a rubber bumper to the console lid to prevent the lid from binding. **This bulletin will help prevent a binding or an audible clicking noise in the center console lid. NOTE: Do not attempt to fix a center console lid that has an existing binding or audible condition by adding the bumper.**
08-057-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING 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.
Z5091195A$2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM); EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.; 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)
163882018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return all stock of part number 68288760AA. Replacement part number is 68288760AB. Replacement parts w ill be available w eek ending 5/6/16. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 26 May, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to mopardmail@fcagroup.com.
163872018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers: 68003062AB, 68003083AB, 68003085AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 24 May, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to mopardmail@fcagroup.com.
18-023-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Flash: 2.4L Powertrain Diagnostic and System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with the latest available software. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination or one or more of the following conditions. Upon further investigation the technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory:
163742018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part numbers: 1PE001W 7AB, 1PE011W 7AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 24 May, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to mopardmail@fcagroup.com.
161032018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. As per regulatory compliance: Please return follow ing stock of part numbers: 82214711, 82214712, 82214713, 82214714, 82214715, 82214716, 82214717, 82214718, 82214720, 82214721, 82214722, 82214723, 82214724, 82214725, 82214726, 82214727, 82214728, 82214729, 82214730, 82214731, 82214732. Please return parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 31May, 2016.
156402018-06-11. Service bulletin. SEATS; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES. Inspect and Return: Latch Seat, and Latch Seat Back You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of following part numbers: 68050625AA, 68050626AA, 68050627AA, 68050628AA, 68050743AA, 68050744AA, 68050839AA, 68050841AA, 68257133AA, 68257134AA, 68264578AA, 68264579AA, 68264580AA, 68264581AA. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 12 April, 2016. Return any open orders in process too. Direct all questions via email to mopardmail@fcagroup.com.
206142018-06-11. Service bulletin. VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL. P/N 68111384AB: Inspect &Return: Switch - Speed Control You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return parts which have a pacakging date code of July 20th 2016. Reference pictures attached for suspect part identification. Please return parts backto your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 31 August, 2016.
228422018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE. 05187880AC - Inspect and Return: Relay Assy - Heater Intake Air You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 05187880AC. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 31st August, 2016.
228432018-06-11. Service bulletin. EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. Inspect and Return: Lamp Assy - Tail Light Rt/L You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of following part numbers: 68110016AC, 68110016AD, 68110016AE, 68110017AD, 68236104AC, 68236105AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 31 August, 2016.
206102018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. P/N 04573460 - Inspect &Return: Rocker Assy - Intake Valve RT You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return part number 04573460 which have a packaging date of 2016-06-13. Reference attached picture for reference. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 29 August, 2016.
206242018-06-11. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER. 68103256AGReturn: Line Assy - A/C Suction and Liquid You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return stock of part number 68103256AG packaged before 2016/08/01. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 29 August, 2016.
175982018-06-11. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE; STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH. 68160775AB: Inspect and Return: Switch - Outside Door Handle You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership. Please return suspect stock of part number 68160775AB. See attachments for identifying suspect stock. Please return suspect parts back to your facing depot using Return Code 02, before 26 August, 2016.
05086755A2018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Rear Crank Shaft Oil Seal and Retainer Plate For Cummins equipped vehicles only;~ If you are working on a 2016 vehicle ONLY and are replacing the Rear Main Seal for oil leak, replace seal, retainer and gasket using PNs; 05086755A$, 05086754A$, 05015705A$. Remove the retainer with the seal installed. Please do not disturb seal in retainer when removing from engine. Please refer to detailed repair instructions in DealerConnect TechConnect for oil seal retainer replacement.~ Cummins Engineering is currently investigating the root cause of the oil leak concern and would like to analyze these parts. Please contact Chad Eichbrecht at cell (248) 309-2695 to arrange for part return~ If you do not receive a response within 15 minutes, please proceed with normal repair. ~
18-039-162018-06-11. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Flash: 6.7L Diagnostic And System Improvements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Engine Control Module/Powertrain Control Module (ECM/PCM) with the latest available software. These 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. A small number of customers may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illumination. Upon further investigation a technician may find the following Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) set in the PCM memory: · P1C55 - NOx Sensor Intermittent - Bank 1 Sensor 1. · P207F - Reductant Quality Performance. · P218F - Reductant No Flow Detected. · U110E - Lost Ambient Temperature Message. In addition to addressing the above DTCs, the following powertrain system improvements/enhancements are also included in this software release: · Ambient Air Temperature Improvements. · Stationary de-soot with WiTech fix.
RL300150A$2018-06-11. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. AS69RC Transmission For DD, DF, and DP Models ONLY; Code P2757 ? TCC PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID CONTROL CIRCUIT PERFORMANCE~ Transmission Part Numbers: RL300150AA [4x4], or RL300149AA [4x2 LHS PTO], RL300152AB 4x2 RHS PTO]~ If you are ordering an Aisin Transmission AS69RC [sales code DF2] for replacement due to code P2757 present [for 2016MY only] with the following symptoms:~ 1. Code P2757 with MIL on [Check engine light on]~ 2. Harness check is good~ 3. Vehicle build dates are from 10/15/2015 to 4/17/2016~ 4. Low miles - approximately below 1500 miles.~ Suggested repair actions:~ 1. Clear the code and test drive with light throttle attempting to engage torque converter lock up. The code P2757 will set, if torque converter lock up fails.~ 2. If the code P2757 returns: Replace Torque Converter [Part number RL335702AA] only.~ 3. Return the suspect Torque converter to FCA for review. [Follow Part retention process]

The summaries are NHTSA's. Each bulletin's page links NHTSA's copy of the manufacturer's document.