Used 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer from a salvage yard

Year-specific price guide

Used 2016 Ram 3500 Engine Computer prices

Year-specific used engine computer pricing for the 2016 Ram 3500, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Last updatedOct 5, 2026

Part overview

About the 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer

A used 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer costs between $45 and $1,021, with a median of $371 from 224 salvage yard listings.

What the engine computer does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used engine computer price guide →

Also known asECUECMPCMEngine Control ModuleEngine Control UnitPowertrain Control Module
Price summary

A used 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer costs $45 to $1,021, with a median asking price of $371. Based on 224 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2016–2018 (3 model years), updated Oct 5, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$345
Grade B (good)$462
Grade C (fair)$175

2016 Ram 3500 engine computer price snapshot

USD
Low
$45
Average
$359
High
$1,021
269 listings observed · 224 priced listings used · last updated Oct 5, 2026· How we price·

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Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$50–$900120 listings
Grade BStandard used$45–$1,02176 listings
Grade CVisible wear$89–$2006 listings
Grade XUngraded$89–$60022 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $45–$1,021 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer replacement cost?

ESTIMATE
Used part
$371
2016 Ram 3500 median asking price
Labor
$95–$450
1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$465–$820
median used part + labor

Labor is a typical independent-shop range for engine computer replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include programming and key relearn procedure. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full engine computer replacement cost breakdown

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

Electronic Control Module, chassis cab, diesel48 listingsInterchange 2016–2017$530$366 – $1,021
Electronic Control Module, Pickup, 6.7L48 listingsInterchange 2016–2017$530$366 – $1,021
Electronic Control Module, Pickup, 6.4L38 listingsInterchange 2016–2017$245$149 – $470
Electronic Control Module, chassis cab, gasoline27 listingsInterchange 2016–2017$220$45 – $900
Electronic Control Module, Pickup, 5.7L20 listingsInterchange 2016–2017$175$106 – $340

Year-specific context

How does the 2016 Ram 3500 compare?

The 2016 guide is based on 269 observed listings, including 224 with posted prices. Its $371 median is 49% above the Ram 3500 guide's $249 median.

Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2016 ranks #11 from lowest to highest median.

Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2017, 2018. Shopping across all 3 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

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$123median
$45$375
02wide ±200%

ABS Module

$225median
$71$969
03spread ±22%

Air Bag

$163median
$141$213
04wide ±240%

Alternator

$99median
$25$500
05wide ±129%

Axle Shaft

$175median
$50$500
06wide ±172%

Blower Motor

$76median
$30$292
07wide ±257%

Brake Caliper

$82median
$18$439
08wide ±184%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$440median
$100$1,720
09wide ±212%

Front Bumper

$243median
$50$1,080
10wide ±168%

Rear Bumper

$219median
$60$795
11wide ±280%

Car Radio

$170median
$35$987
12wide ±244%

Center Console

$216median
$45$1,100
13wide ±130%

AC Condenser

$150median
$41$430
14wide ±79%

Control Arm

$187median
$93$387
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16wide ±107%

Door Assembly

$695median
$116$1,601
17wide ±195%

Drive Shaft

$431median
$98$1,776
18wide ±227%

Engine

$6,550median
$1,470$31,200
19wide ±402%

Exhaust Manifold

$125median
$30$1,034
20wide ±137%

Fender

$335median
$72$990
21wide ±168%

Fog Light

$141median
$25$500
22wide ±236%

Front Seat

$211median
$50$1,048
23wide ±272%

Fuel Pump

$178median
$40$1,010
24wide ±155%

Fuel Tank

$241median
$75$820
25wide ±201%

Grille

$620median
$102$2,600
26wide ±156%

Headlight Assembly

$545median
$99$1,800
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Heater Core

Price data updating

28wide ±81%

Hood

$768median
$187$1,428
29wide ±153%

Ignition Switch

$100median
$30$335
30wide ±246%

Instrument Cluster

$150median
$25$764
31wide ±230%

Intake Manifold

$235median
$50$1,133
32wide ±143%

Master Cylinder

$100median
$35$321
33wide ±246%

Side Mirror

$334median
$59$1,700
34wide ±129%

Power Steering Pump

$190median
$35$525
35wide ±123%

Quarter Panel

$511median
$185$1,437
36wide ±207%

Radiator

$249median
$53$1,085
37wide ±246%

Rear View Mirror

$116median
$30$600
38wide ±171%

Starter

$101median
$30$375
39wide ±153%

Steering Column

$194median
$50$645
40wide ±147%

Steering Rack

$197median
$70$650
41wide ±209%

Steering Wheel

$184median
$45$815
42wide ±269%

Strut

$150median
$40$847
43wide ±95%

Sunroof

$251median
$125$600
44wide ±248%

Tail Light

$200median
$34$1,027
45wide ±86%

Tailgate

$773median
$200$1,537
46wide ±216%

Throttle Body

$76median
$20$348
47wide ±107%

Torque Converter

$372median
$106$900
48wide ±219%

Transfer Case

$1,005median
$200$4,592
49wide ±147%

Transmission

$3,444median
$830$10,945
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Transmission Control Module

$153median
$38$562
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Turbocharger

$1,400median
$500$3,685
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Water Pump

$125median
$30$350
53wide ±286%

Wheels

$250median
$50$1,480
54wide ±113%

Window Regulator

$166median
$30$405

Common questions

2016 Ram 3500 engine computer FAQ

How much is a used 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer?

Based on 224 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer lists between $45 and $1,021, with a median asking price of $371.

How much does it cost to replace a 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer?

Using a used part, a 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer replacement typically runs $465–$820 all-in: the median used engine computer for this year lists at $371, and independent-shop labor for engine computer replacement typically takes 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$450). The labor figure does not include programming and key relearn procedure. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.

Will a 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer fit another year?

Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer also appear under model years 2017, 2018, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.

How much is a 2016 Ram 3500 ecu?

A ecu is another name for a engine computer. The prices on this page cover the 2016 Ram 3500 engine computer — median $371, from 224 listings.

2016 Ram 3500 Engine Computer Cost — Used From $45 to $1,021