MYRModel Year Report

2011 Dodge RAM 5500

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2011 Dodge RAM 5500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:35:26.452Z

Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 22 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

Complaints
22

Too few to rank

Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2011

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2008: 19 complaints 2008 2009: 7 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 22 complaints 2011 22 2012: 40 complaints 2012
2008: 19 complaints 2008 2009: 7 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 22 complaints 2011 22 2012: 40 complaints 2012
2008: 19 complaints 2008 2009: 7 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 22 complaints 2011 22 2012: 40 complaints 2012

2011: 22 complaints

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YearComplaints
200819
20097
20100
201122
201240

Known problem areas

Only 22 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

11 of 22 total reports mention: steering, most commonly citing tie rod assembly.

CRASHINJURY
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Driver was traveling east on nicholson lane, slowed to make a left turn onto nebel st. At which time he was traveling 10 MPH or less.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-25

Also filed under Suspension

Fuel/propulsion system

5 of 22 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

Engine

4 of 22 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE

Electrical system

4 of 22 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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Tl* the contact owned a 2011 Dodge RAM 5500. The contact stated that the vehicle caught on fire under the front of the vehicle near the engine compartment. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. The vehicle was destroyed.

NHTSA ODI report, 2015-05-12

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 22 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing diesel.

FIRE

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2015-04-27Engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel14V635000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

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    2015-05-12Steering13V527000 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.

    Remedy: On May 19, 2015 Chrysler notified owners that dealers would replace the tie rod assembly, free of charge. In July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners…

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    2016-12-23Electrical system16V739000 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.

    Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the alternator with a revised alternator, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403.

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    2018-02-26Power train17V821000 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...

    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.

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    2019-04-19Engineering analysisClosed 2024-09-19 Electrical overstress

Buy-smart checklist

2011 Dodge RAM 5500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 11 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel/propulsion system: 5 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 4 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 14V635000 · Engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel
  • Recall 13V527000 · Steering
  • Recall 16V739000 · Electrical system
  • Recall 17V821000 · Power train
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FAQ

Is the 2011 Dodge RAM 5500 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Dodge RAM 5500?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2011 Dodge RAM 5500 have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.