2016 Ram 1500 Specs & Parts
Full specifications for the 2016 Ram 1500 — dimensions, weight, and body data from NHTSA — plus how to find parts for your exact car by VIN.
The 2016 Ram 1500 measures 5410 mm long with a 3450 mm wheelbase, 2050 mm wide, and 2520 mm tall, and weighs 2145 kg (NHTSA). NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls for the 2016 Ram 1500, most often for the power train (4) and air bags (3); the most recent is campaign 25V010000 (2025-01-16) on the air bags.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA vPIC
2016 Ram 1500 at a glance
| NHTSA safety recalls | 17 |
|---|---|
| Latest recall | 25V010000 (2025-01-16), air bags |
| Most-recalled systems | power train (4), air bags (3) and engine and engine cooling (3) |
Sources: NHTSA recalls.
2016 Ram 1500 specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Make | Ram |
| Model | 1500 |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Overall Length (mm) | 5410 |
| Overall Width (mm) | 2050 |
| Overall Height (mm) | 2520 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3450 |
| Curb Weight (kg) | 2145 |
| Front Bumper to Windshield Base (mm) | 720 |
| Side Glass Height (mm) | 660 |
| Side Glass Base to Rocker Panel (mm) | 1010 |
| Roof Width Between Side Rails (mm) | 1900 |
| Front Overhang (mm) | 950 |
| Rear Overhang (mm) | 1010 |
| Front Track Width (mm) | 1810 |
| Rear Track Width (mm) | 1790 |
| Models Ram offered in 2016 | 82 |
Source: NHTSA vPIC / Canadian Vehicle Specifications database. Linear dimensions in mm; weight in kg. Your exact build may vary by trim and options — decode your VIN to confirm.
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What are the dimensions of the 2016 Ram 1500?
The 2016 Ram 1500 measures 5410 mm long, 2050 mm wide, and 2520 mm tall, with a 3450 mm wheelbase and a 2145 kg curb weight, per the NHTSA Canadian Vehicle Specifications database. Trim and body style can change these figures.
Does the 2016 Ram 1500 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls for the 2016 Ram 1500, most often for the power train (4) and air bags (3); the most recent is campaign 25V010000 (2025-01-16) on the air bags. Recall repairs are free at a franchised Ram dealer, and a VIN check shows which campaigns apply to a specific vehicle.
How do I find the right parts for a 2016 Ram 1500?
Match parts on the engine and trim, not only the year, make and model: the same model year often has several engines and brake or lighting packages. A VIN lookup resolves the exact engine and trim.
Where is the VIN on a 2016 Ram 1500?
The 17-character VIN is on the driver-side dashboard (visible through the windshield at its base), on the sticker in the driver’s door jamb, and on the registration and insurance documents.
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