2011 RAM 4500 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2011 RAM 4500 has 0 complaints and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to steering components, fuel system heating, electrical alternator failures, and transmission shift mechanisms based on recall data.
There are five recalls affecting various systems including steering, fuel system, electrical, and transmission components. These recalls address potential risks such as loss of steering control, fire hazards, engine stalling, and unintended vehicle movement.
Recalls- Steering tie rod assembly. Recall 13V527000 affected 36,151 vehicles due to possible breakage of the left tie rod assembly. This may cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk. Repairs involve free replacement of the tie rod assembly. Owners were given options including repurchase or incentives toward new vehicles.
- Diesel fuel heater connectors. Recall 14V635000 covered 315,325 vehicles for overheating electrical connectors in the diesel fuel heater. Overheating may cause fuel leaks and raise fire risks. Dealers replace connectors and inspect for leaks at no cost to owners.
- Alternator failure. Recall 16V739000 involved 74,811 vehicles with potentially sudden alternator failure. Failure may cause stalling without warning and possibly short circuits, increasing fire risk. Dealers replace the alternator with a revised version free of charge.
- Transmission shift interlock. Recall 17V821000 applied to 1,482,874 vehicles including the 2011 RAM 4500. Prolonged brake pedal use in PARK can cause the Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI) pin to stick open, allowing the transmission to shift out of PARK without the brake or key. This raises the risk of unintended rollaway. Software updates and BTSI inspections or replacements are provided free of charge.
Owners with ongoing or repeated repairs related to these recalls or unresolved safety issues may want to review their rights under state lemon laws. Consulting with qualified legal counsel about these matters could be beneficial.
2011 RAM 4500 Summary
2011
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
1909161
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2011 RAM 4500
1482874 vehicles affected
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.
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.
2011 RAM 4500
74811 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Dodge Charger Police vehicles, 2007-2013 RAM 3500 Cab Chassis, 2008-2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 Cab Chassis, and 2013 RAM 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a 220 amp alternator that may suddenly fail.
Risk: If the alternator fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. There is also the possibility that the alternator may short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
2011 RAM 4500
315325 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
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.
Risk: If the connectors overheat, the fuel heater may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
2011 RAM 4500
36151 vehicles affected
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured February 20, 2007, through December 22, 2012. The left tie rod assembly may break.
Risk: A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Complaints
No complaints found.