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2011 Dodge Ram 2500 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 298 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Dodge Ram 2500, most often about the steering (71% of complaints, typically around 38,500 miles). It is 8th of 13 Ram 2500 model years by number of complaints and has 4 recalls.
Most common 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 problems
Steering
210 complaints · 71%Half of these problems showed up before 38,500 miles. Parts named most often: linkages, hydraulic power assist.
The truck experienced the Dodge death wobble and I have spoke with chrysler and they are not working to correct an issue with their product that has been know about since 1994 and has had many recalls for this issue needs to be resolved before people get hurt or killed from the vehicle losing control and cause traffic…
Left tie rod broke while reversing. New tie rod replaced by dealership. This despite recall previously being performed and original tie rod found to be "within specs."
Engine
40 complaints · 13%Half of these problems showed up before 62,500 miles. Parts named most often: exhaust system, engine.
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated that NHTSA campaign number: 14v635000 (engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel) exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer stated that parts were not available. The manufacturer was made aware of the delay. The vehicle was not repaired.…
2011 Ram 2500 with 5.7 hemi motor exhaust manifold bolts break allowing exhaust manifolds to become lose from engine, allowing hot exhaust fumes to escape exhaust system and enter passenger compartment, while being driven, causing possible carbon monoxide inhalation and death. The exhaust manifold leak will also cause…
Suspension
37 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 37,000 miles. Parts named most often: front.
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving approximately 50 MPH over a bump in the road, the front end wobbled uncontrollably. The vehicle traveled in and out of a ditch to a complete stop. The vehicle was restarted and resumed normal operation. The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic who stated…
Truck suddenly started bouncing all over the road. Felt as though all four tires had suddenly gone flat. Extremely difficult to maintain control and went into oncoming lane sideways. Inspection did not show any failed component (tire, steering system, etc). Check engine light illuminated for a day, then went off.…
Electrical
24 complaints · 8%Half of these problems showed up before 69,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2011 Ram 2500. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle turned off and restarted independently. The contact was concerned for his safety. Additionally, while the vehicle was parked on several occasions, the contact was unable to shift the vehicle out of park. When the vehicle was turned off and restarted…
Upon activating the high beam head lights, engine will begin missing and eventually stall. Headlights will blink off and on. All dash lights and electrical systems will also fluctuate power (radio, wipers, tail lights, hazards, front parking lights and turn signals). All gauges on the dash will go dead. While driving…
Fuel system
21 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 85,000 miles.
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v635000 (engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel) however, the part needed to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.…
The emissions check engine light came on and was diagnosed as a overlay wiring harness that was faulty and needed to be upgraded. This vehicle only has 67000 miles on it and this item helps control the diesels emisiones. It should be covered by the factory for the 100,000 miles as stated. Upon contacting fca they…
Transmission
16 complaints · 5%Half of these problems showed up before 45,000 miles. Parts named most often: driveline.
Going into a curve front end of vehicle shakes and you have no control over the steering. Dealer can not find anything wrong. Does not do it consistently but have heard other ram owners having the same problem. When my ram does this you have to completely stop the vehicle due to loosing control. At some point this is…
The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 2500. The contact stated when the vehicle stopped moving the transmission locked and it began to idle excessively. The vehicle moved forward while the brake pedal was depressed. The failure was experienced several times. The dealer confirmed that the transmission caused the failure to…
Brakes
10 complaints · 3%Half of these problems showed up before 47,500 miles.
Truck suddenly started bouncing all over the road. Felt as though all four tires had suddenly gone flat. Extremely difficult to maintain control and went into oncoming lane sideways. Inspection did not show any failed component (tire, steering system, etc). Check engine light illuminated for a day, then went off.…
While making a turn and applying the brake pedal, complete loss of power steering causing vehicle to cross center line of roadway and drive into oncoming traffic. Brake pedal also extremely hard to press (possibly loss of power braking at the same time). Steering returning to normal several seconds after releasing the…
Wheels and tires
7 complaints · 2%Half of these problems showed up before 54,000 miles. Parts named most often: temporary/emergency spare tire.
Tl * the contact owns a 2011 Dodge Ram 2500. While driving at an unknown speed, the steel cable failed that secured the spare tire underneath the vehicle. The failure caused the spare tire to separate from the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 54,000.
August 2013 we bought aftermarket wheels for our 2011 Dodge Ram 2500. July 6, 2014 while washing truck, we noticed six (6) lug nuts and stems/bolt missing. Two missing on rear tire and two missing on both front tires. Contact our tire company to get the problem repaired and he stated that chrysler has that part, the…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2011 Dodge Ram 2500 recalls
Transmission: column shift
Risk: Being able to shift the transmission without pushing the brake pedal and/or without a key in the ignition can increase the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the vehicle software, inspect the btsi, and, as necessary, replace it, free of charge. The recall began february 26, 2018. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is t79.
Full defect summary
Chrysler (fca US llc) is recalling certain 2016-2017 ram 3500 cab chassis with a gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) of less than 10,000 lbs, 2011-2017 ram 3500, 4500 and 5500 cab chassis vehicles, 2009-2017 ram 1500 and 2010-2017 ram 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks, all equipped with a column shifter. Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in park may cause the brake transmission shift interlock (btsi) pin to stick in the open position. With the pin in the open position, the transmission can be shifted out of park into any gear without pushing the brake pedal or having the key in the ignition.
Fuel system: fuel system, diesel
Risk: If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the harness side connector with a silver plated beryllium copper terminal service kit, and inspect the fuel heater for leaks, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on december 8, 2014. The recall began on april 27, 2015. Owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is p65.
Full defect summary
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured march 27, 2009, to september 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the electrical connectors of the diesel fuel heater may overheat.
Steering: tie rod assembly
Risk: A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Chrysler notified owners on january 16, 2014 that dealers would inspect vehicles and replace the steering linkage assembly, if necessary. On or about february 27, 2014, chrysler ceased its recall remedy program due to parts quality concerns, and then re-initiated it on or about april 14, 2014. In july 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new dodge, je
Full defect summary
Chrysler group llc (chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 ram 2500 4x4 and 3500 4x4 trucks, 2008-2012 dodge ram 3500 4x2 cab chassis, and model year 2008 dodge ram 1500 mega cab 4x4. The left tie rod assembly may break.
Steering: tie rod assembly
Risk: This condition could result in the potential loss of directional stability in the left hand front wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the tie rod ends for relative orientation and replace the left outer tie rod as required and perform a front end toe alignment as needed. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on october 3, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Full defect summary
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 2500/3500 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; model year 2008-2011 dodge ram 3500 cab chassis 4x2, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through march 28, 2011; and model year 2008 dodge ram 1500 mega cab 4x4, manufactured from february 14, 2008, through august 15, 2008, because the left tie rod ball stud may fracture. This condition tends to occur during low speed parking lot type maneuvers when the customer is making a tight turn. Additionally, model year 2003-2008 dodge ram 2500/3500 vehicles may have received the affected tie rod assembly as a replacement part during normal service.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
NHTSA defect investigations
Electrical overstress
Summary
The office of defects investigation (odi) opened this investigation to determine if the failure of airbags to deploy during severe crashes, in certain vehicles, was the result of a safety related defect.â during the investigation a complex failure was studied that can result in non-deployment of subject vehicle air bags and other restraint system devices in severe crash events. The subject vehicles may be equipped with an airbag control unit (acu) for the supplemental restraint system (SRS) electronic control unit (ecu) manufactured by zf-trw. â the ecu receives signals from crash sensors mounted in the vehicle and deploys the vehicle air bags and seat belt pretensioners in accordance with m
Questions about the 2011 Dodge Ram 2500
- What are the most common problems with the 2011 Dodge Ram 2500?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (210 complaints, typically around 38,500 miles); engine (40 complaints, typically around 62,500 miles); suspension (37 complaints, typically around 37,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 have?
- 4 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from December 20, 2017 (transmission). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2011 a bad year for the Dodge Ram 2500?
- It is 8th of 13 Ram 2500 model years by number of complaints, with 298 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.