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2011 Dodge Ram 1500Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 990 owners and 4 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·checked October 21, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 19, 2026

Complaints
990
Crashes
53
Fires
9
Recalls
4
TSBs
250
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 990 complaints, 53 crashes, 9 fires, and 4 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

tipm issue

130 complaints • Severity 8.6/10

$X,XXX
2

lifter and cam issue

42 complaints • Severity 9.1/10

$X,XXX
3

fuel pump continues to run when vehicle off

14 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
4

engine wont turnover wont start

13 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
5

engine stalls shuts off while driving

12 complaints • Severity 8.3/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the ElectricalHIGH

209 owners reported electrical issues — failures commonly reported around 79K miles.

!Inspect the DrivetrainMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

122
0–30K
134
30–60K
153
60–90K
153
90–120K
99
120–150K
47
150K+

Peak failure range: 60–90K miles (153 reports) • Median: 79K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Electrical (209 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

Questions, test drive checks, walk-away triggers

Negotiation Talking Points

Data-backed dollar deductions

Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Electrical209 (21%)
Drivetrain168 (17%)
Engine154 (16%)
Fuel System136 (14%)
Other47 (5%)
Steering43 (4%)
Lights27 (3%)
Suspension26 (3%)

2011 Dodge Ram 1500: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 21% of all reports filed for the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500, with 209 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 78,565 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 79K-mile mark.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 17% of all reports filed for the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500, with 168 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 16% of all reports filed for the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500, with 154 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500, with 136 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to fuel system-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

41
11
17
12
112
13
56
14
122
15
100
16
90
17
127
18
104
19
66
20
37
21
33
22
39
23
22
24
15
25
9
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500. Recent trend: decreasing.

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Recall History (4 recalls)

10V656000Apr 2011

SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 RAM 1500 TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 2009 THROUGH DECEMBER 2010. SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE EXPERIENCE A NOISE (GROWL, GRIND) COMING FROM THE REAR AXLE BEARING WHICH COULD EVENTUALLY SEIZE.

13V038000Nov 2013

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT

Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks manufactured from February 27, 2008, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through October 20, 2011; model year 2009-2011 Dodge Dakota trucks manufactured from February 27, 2007, through June 30, 2009, and from December 1, 2009, through September 30, 2011; model year 2009 Chrysler Aspen trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008; and model year 2009 Dodge Durango trucks manufactured from January 3, 2008, through December 18, 2008. The rear axle pinion nut may loosen due to an undersized pinion spline that can allow relative motion between the nut and companion flange.

17V821000Feb 2018

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT

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.

18V160000May 2018

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "T-Slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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2011 Dodge Ram 1500 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

2 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

2 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

3 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

3 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

NHTSA Defect Investigations (2)

All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.

DP14004ClosedOpened Sep 2014 · closed Jul 2015

Totally Integrated Power Module Failure

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

EA19001ClosedOpened Apr 2019 · closed Sep 2024

Electrical overstress

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

The worst model year for the Dodge Ram 1500 is the 2002 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is accessories - interior.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 990 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 4 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated (checked October 21, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 19, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2011 Dodge Ram 1500: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 is related to the electrical, with 209 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 reliable?
The 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 has 990 complaints, 53 crash reports, and 9 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How safe is the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500?
NHTSA rates the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 stars in frontal crash tests, 3 stars in side crash tests, 3 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 has 4 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Dodge Ram 1500 problems start?
Based on 708 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 78,565 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 60–90K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 21, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 19, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins. Its numbers last changed on October 4, 2026.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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