2011 Ram 1500 problems
The Ram pickup (marketed as the Dodge Ram until 2010) is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by Stellantis North America (formerly Chrysler Group LLC and FCA US LLC) and marketed from 2010 onwards under the Ram Trucks brand. The current fifth-generation Ram debuted at the 2018 North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Michigan, in January of that year.
Previously, Ram was part of the Dodge line of light trucks. The name Ram was first used in 1981 model year Dodge Trucks in October 1980, following the retiring and rebadging of the Dodge D series pickup trucks as well as B-series vans, though the company had used a ram's-head hood ornament on some trucks as early as 1933.
Ram trucks have been named Motor Trend magazine's Truck of the Year eight times; the second-generation Ram won the award in 1994, the third-generation Ram heavy-duty won the award in 2003, the fourth-generation Ram Heavy Duty won in 2010 and the fourth-generation Ram 1500 won in 2013 and 2014, and the current fifth-generation Ram pickup became the first truck in history to win the award three times, winning in 2019, 2020, and 2021.
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Common 2011 Ram 1500 problems
The 2011 Ram 1500 has been known to have several issues, with electrical problems being particularly common. A total of 152 electrical problems have been reported for this model year.
Another major issue with the 2011 Ram 1500 is engine problems, with 79 complaints reported to the NHTSA. Faulty camshaft lifters inside the 5.7L Hemi V8 have led to owners experiencing abnormal shaking and knocking sounds. Engine misfires, especially from cylinder number three and five, are also common complaints.
Fuel system problems have also been reported for the 2011 Ram 1500, with 37 complaints filed with the NHTSA. The fuel pump failures are the result of a defective relay, stemming from the faulty Total Integrated Power Module (TPIM). The pump has a mind of its own, turning on and off even when the car is not running, causing severe battery drain and leaving multiple owners stranded.
In addition to these issues, the 2011 Ram 1500 has also had problems with the powertrain, with drivers reporting the vehicle rolling away after putting the transmission in park. The 2011 and 2012 models have a lot of complaints about their powertrain.
The 2011 Ram 1500 has also had issues with its tires, with some owners reporting a small oil drop on the driver side front. Oil checks out, nothing loose so ? Still driving my Ram and still love it! I've got 150K and no issues at all with it.
The 2011 Dodge Ram Bighorn 5.7 Liter V8 addition has had problems with reliability, with the transmission having to be replaced within 11,000 miles (under warranty), the FOB key system starting to click and ultimately having to be replaced at about 40K miles (out of warranty), the A/C compressor going out and having to be replaced at about 60K miles, and the vehicle starting to idle or run very rough at lower rpm's (under 1K) due to a broken bracket under the 5th Cylinder, cost to repair $5800.
The 2011 Ram 1500 has also had issues with its fuel pump relay, which can cause intermittent starting issues. This is a rather expensive repair, as it requires replacing the fuel pump relay.
The 2011 Ram 1500 has also had problems with its airbags, with some owners reporting that the airbags have not deployed in accidents or have deployed without an accident taking place. This is due to a circuit used in crash detection that could fail, feeding the control unit bad information.
The 2011 Ram 1500 has also had issues with its side-impact collision safety, with the NHTSA issuing a safety concern for side-impact collision in the 2011 Ram. The truck scored an overall side impact rating of five stars in the NHTSA’s crash tests, but the crash dummy suffered extra damage to the abdomen in side pole crashes, which simulate an accident where a vehicle slides sideways into something like a tree or a telephone pole.
In summary, the 2011 Ram 1500 has had several issues, with electrical problems, engine problems, fuel system problems, powertrain problems, tire problems, and airbag problems being particularly common. These issues have caused inconvenience, safety concerns, and expensive repairs for many owners.
2011 Ram 1500 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ram 1500 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Engine problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2011 Ram 1500 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2011 Ram 1500
The NHTSA has received 659 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2011 Ram 1500. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2011 Ram 1500 vehicles.
2024-09-23
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-23
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT2BS
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500 equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Wrangler A/T, Tire Size: 265/70/R17, DOT Number: 1PL1YJC1R. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in for routine maintenance, the mechanic discovered that all four tires had sustained severe cracking and tread separation. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 15,467.
2024-06-03
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-01
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT2BS
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500 equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Wrangler AT Adventure, Tire Size: 265/70/R17, DOT Number: PL1YJC1R0219. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the TPMS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the tires were diagnosed with tread separation. The contact was informed that all 4 tires needed to be replaced. The tires were replacement tires. The tires were not replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The tire failure mileage was approximately 15,000. The vehicle failure mileage was unknown.
2024-05-25
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-25
- VIN: 1D7RV1GT4BS
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: 5.7 Liter Hemi Lifter/Camshaft failure. Camshaft lobe has been completely ground down. Always been well maintained and taken care of also. Apparently this is a Major recurring issue with this year Ram 1500 with the 5.7L. Didn’t have any warning lights pop up on the dash either. I believe this is a safety hazard to myself and other drivers because it happens without warning and I lost 75% power of my truck on a major interstate and was almost rear ended by a semi truck hauling a heavy load. Luckily was able to swerve off onto the shoulder and save myself from a disaster.
2024-04-29
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-11
- VIN: 1D7RB1CT0BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Ignition switch. There is an old recall on this switch but my trucks vin # was not included. I complained awhile back and still it was not added. 11373017. My switch needs to be recalled. I’m having the same exact problems originally reported. On more than one occasion I have almost gotten in an accident because of the keys falling out and getting jammed underneath the gas pedal.
2024-04-24
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-03-08
- VIN: 1D7RB1GP3BS
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 Ram1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V160000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 17V821000 (Power Train) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the dealer had confirmed that parts were ordered; however, when the vehicle was brought into the dealer for the recall repair, the contact was informed that parts had not been ordered. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. Parts distribution disconnect.
2024-03-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-12
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT6BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Car turned off while driving
2024-02-06
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-06
- VIN: 1D7RV1CP4BS
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Truck has a faulty fuel pump relay which causes the pump to run constantly or not at all. This can cause the vehicle not to start, or to not perform correctly while driving and potentially cause accidents. This is a known issue among mechanics and there are a couple of bypass methods to fix - the relay is not serviceable being located in the TIPM. No warnings are associated with this issue.
2024-01-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-01-26
- VIN: 1D7RV1GP8BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing electrical failures. The contact stated that while approaching the vehicle with the key fob, the doors would unlock independently, and the windows would roll down independently. The contact also stated that the front driver's side window had failed to roll down while using the power window switch. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring intermittently. Additionally, the contact stated that he had noticed moisture in the storage compartments underneath the rear passenger's side and rear driver's side seats. The contact stated that he also noticed that the rear driver's side floorboard was wet. The contact stated that upon retrieving items from the storage compartment underneath the rear passenger's side seat, he noticed that there was approximately 1-inch of water in the storage compartment and there was mold behind the rear passenger's side seat. The contact stated that he vacuumed out the water out with a hose, and then used a towel. Additionally, the contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle after it had rained the following day, he noticed that there was water in the storage compartments underneath the rear driver's side and passenger's side seats. The contact also noticed that the floorboard on the rear driver's side and passenger's side was significantly wet, and there was a water mark on the ceiling. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2024-01-23
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-25
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT9BS
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 RAM 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to Meineke where it was diagnosed with a failed fuel pump. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed integrated power module (TIPM). The contact was informed that the TIPM needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 153,000.
2024-01-13
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-01-13
- VIN: 1D7RV1GT4BS
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: Rear axle spindle started to grind then locked up and ripped assembly housing apart. Recall on certain trucks of same year same model
2024-01-02
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-27
- VIN: 1D7RV1GT0BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: My truck stalled on I26 in Johnson City; I was able to get to the shoulder and was able to get it started again, and it seemed to work ok. After that I started having issues with it not starting, but if I turned the key off, and tried again it would start. I searched the internet and found that the TIPM module in this model truck is the culprit for this issue and that there is a "work around that is sold on EBAY and other sites where the fuel pump relay is bypassed by using a wire and providing power to the fuel pump from the battery voltage of the ACC side of the switch. Last week I turned the truck off, and all electrical functions stopped working it was as if my battery was gone. After another internet search, this issue leads back to the TIPM module and to my surprise I found a recall 14V115 on the 2011 2012Dodge Durango and Jeep for the exact same issues that I am experiencing with my truck. As I continued to search, I found MANY repair facilities that can "fix" this problem in their shops. I believe based on what I have been told that this TIPM is the same for the RAM truck series also. Can you please let me know why DODGE RAM has not added this model to their recall; I talked to their customer recall support and the answer I got was I'm sorry sir, but your model truck isn't covered under that recall # it is the Durango and Jeep models only; and that was it. Thanks for your investigation into this matter for all of the RAM owners out there. Be safe on the road and thank you for watching out for the consumer.
2023-12-17
STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-17
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT7BS
- Components: STEERING,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: This issue has been experienced more than 5 times and only occurs while turning. While making both left and right hand turns, the steering wheel locks mid turn and the engine completely shuts off resulting in the inability to turn in any direction. The first time this happened, I almost went into a ditch and today as I turned to cross an intersection, I lost all steering control and the truck shut down mid turn in the middle of the intersection. This left the truck immobilized in the intersection and facing into oncoming traffic. Following each incident, I put the truck in park and restart it as if there was no issue. There are no warning lights that appear prior to any of the incidents that would indicate an issue and the instrument panel goes dark each time the issue occurs. This is going to get me and/or my family killed one of these days. I have researched this online and there are countless reports from other 2011 Ram owners experiencing the same exact issue. How has a safety recall not been issued for this?
2023-11-28
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-01
- VIN: 1D7RV1CTXBS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TIPM... Integrated Fuel Pump Relay, intermittent condition causes the truck to stall this is a common complaint and a significant cost to repair. Vehicle hard starts and stalls several times during inclement weather / cold starts and is an active concern while driving the vehicle. Fuel pump relay bypass is the only affordable fix as the relay is connected directly to the TIPM. No warning lights indicate any failure. Vehicle has been to dealer but due to the intermittent condition it was not repeatable at that time. This condition was investigated in 2014 but continues to be a problem. Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango both had recalls on this TIPM but due to the reporting statistics within NHTSA this vehicle was not included in the recall.
2023-11-28
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-15
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT4BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Cranks but don’t start at times. After doing lots of research I think the tipm is going out and will leave me stranded. Repair shop cannot find a problem
2023-10-23
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-01
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT0BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: MOTOR CRANKS BUT DOES NOT TURN OVER. TRY MULTIPLE TIMES FINALLY IT WILL START. JUMPED THE FUEL PUMP FUSE IN TIPM TO EMPTY SLOT AND IT STARTS NORMAL 50% OF THE TIME. READ MANY COMPLAINTS OF SAME TYPE OF PROBLEM AND HISTORY OF RECALL FOR OTHER VEHICLES BUT NOT THIS MODEL. UNACCEPTABLE. SLEW OF OTHER ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE: RADIO CHANGING STATIONS AND SAVING CURRENT STATION TO MULTIPLE LOCATIONS WITHOUT TOUCHING SCREEN, POWER WINDOW SWITCHES STOP WORKING UNLESS UNPLUGGED THEN RECONNECTED FIRST, HEAD/TAIL/BACK-UP LIGHTS GOING OUT THEN BACK ON
2023-08-12
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-01
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT8BS
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Abs light, Traction control light and service Four-wheel drive light comes on randomly, it also cancels the cruise control when the lights come on.
2023-07-25
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-25
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT8BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH at nighttime, the headlight turned off independently. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated that the taillight turned off intermittently and the rear driver’s and the front passenger’s turn signal light was flashing quickly. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that several weeks later after parking the vehicle and returning a minute later to restart the vehicle, the contact heard an abnormally loud sound and the vehicle turned off. The contact exited the vehicle, opened the hood, and saw battery acid all over the hood. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact called a tow truck company and was provided a temporary battery. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with an electronic failure and the contact was informed that the battery needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 174,380.
2023-07-13
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-07
- VIN: 1D7RV1GP5BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: Unknown
2023-07-06
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-21
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT3BS
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Exhaust manifold bolts breaking and leaking due to exhaust manifold is warping under high heat. Company will not repair this problem. As it is a recurring issue known as the hemi tick. With exhaust gas leaking at the manifold causing carbon monoxide to enter cab or vehicle. Before exiting the rear of the vehicle as designed.
2023-07-05
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-01-06
- VIN: 1D7RV1GT2BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: My truck has the same Fuse box assembly that several other dodge jeep vehicles have that the fuel pump relay shorts out while driving yet none of yalls recalls include my specific vehicle so that I can get my truck fixed under the multiple recalls yall have issued for this exact problem, dodge should be held liable for their mistakes not the consumers who are having to pay to fix the issue out of pocket simply because y'all didn't include our vehicles in the recall, my vehicle has shorted out many times almost causing us to nearly have multiple wrecks
2023-06-26
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2017-05-15
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT9BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING,ENGINE
- Summary: The exhaust manifold cracked, the electrical system, supplying gas to the engine, is built into the fuse box, which is unfixable without replacing the entire fuse box. Valve on engine became extremely noisy and I’ve had to be replaced
2023-04-27
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-27
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT5BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: 1. Finding my truck with a dead battery, a lot. Found out that fuel pump is running constantly when truck is off. 2. Dead truck, no start. 3. Yes. 4. No. 5. None.
2023-04-20
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-20
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT0BS
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: RAM 1500 shuts off randomly. Many people on-line are showing this problem on multiple model years. The WIN module (ignition switch) contacts fail and causes the vehicle to shut down in the midst of driving. I've had it shut down on me 3 times at highway speeds. I've nearly been hit twice because the vehicle just shuts off as if I had turned the key off. It is a well documented issue.
2023-04-17
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-03-01
- VIN: 3D7JV1ETXBG
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. The contact stated that on various occasions after turning off the vehicle and removing the key from the ignition, the gear shifter inadvertently shifted from the park(P) to neutral(N). No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V821000 (Power Train). The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000.
2023-03-10
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-07
- VIN: 1D7RV1CT2BS
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to move while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact inspected the vehicle and discovered that the rear passenger’s side wheel bearing was defective. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 177,000.
2011 Ram 1500 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2011 Ram 1500.
2018-03-08
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. Additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U04.
2017-12-20
- Manufacturer: Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
- 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Remedy: 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.
2013-02-06
- Manufacturer: Chrysler Group LLC
- Components: POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: If the rear axle pinion nut loosens, the axle can lock up and cause a loss of vehicle control and/or a vehicle crash with little warning.
- Remedy: On November 7, 2013 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would install a pinion nut retainer, free of charge. 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, Jeep, Chrysler, or Fiat vehicle. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N08.
2010-12-24
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER GROUP LLC
- Components: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: A FAILURE OF THE BEARING COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO STALL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL INSTALL AN OIL PORT INSERT INTO THE REAR AXLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 4, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
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