2011 Dodge RAM 3500 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 16about this part
- Share
- 7%of 225 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 75,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 16 complaints about the fuel system of the 2011 Dodge RAM 3500, 7% of the 225 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 75,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“We were made aware of the three (3) recalls and possible buyback on our 2011 Dodge RAM 3500 truck by word of mouth ! We were never contacted about the recalls or the consent order-----we accidentally found out! We have had smoke coming from the engine compartment twice, once while refueling and once while the truck was in motion. We have noticed a bad and dangerous vibration from the steering! …”
NHTSA complaint #10781053, filed 2015-10, 100,000 miles“I called three/3 dealers to inquire about having my vehicle recalls attended to. I have been waiting months and months for this. Jack key Dodge (alamogordo, nm) put me on hold for 45 minutes after I told the reception of the n49 recall. Sierra blanca motors (ruidoso, nm) said the parts were on back order and the service manager would call me immediately (monday morning) after calling Dodge....he has not called. Roswell Dodge (roswell, nm) said all parts on back order and I would not be seen until november. This program is a joke. …”
NHTSA complaint #10764053, filed 2015-09, 123,476 miles“I purchased truck around march 1, 2014 with 48415 miles, on march 14,2014 we were on the interstate with a 4 horse trailer in tow when the vehicle stalled without warning, vehicle shuttered, check engine light came on. We started to pull over then we regained power. We called the dealership that we purchased it from when we got to our destination, they told us to power off for 15 minutes and restart with the remote starter, this took the check engine light off. The same problem occured on may 1, 2015, interstate with horse trailer in tow again. …”
NHTSA complaint #10715336, filed 2015-05, 48,700 miles“I had a recall on the fuel heater plug and took care of the problem a few years back. I noticed today that the plug is leaking fuel and was wondering if the problem was ever fixed or if they used the same recalled parts? Do you ever recall an already recalled part? or do they ever pay for the part if I fix it myself?”
NHTSA complaint #11454389, filed 2022-02“The contact owns a 2011 RAM 3500. While driving various speeds, the vehicle suddenly decelerated without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The vehicle was included in NHTSA campaign number: 14v635000 (engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel). The approximate failure mileage was 154,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10882587, filed 2016-07, 154,000 milesRelated recalls
- 14V635000Oct 8, 2014Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Ram 2500, 3500, 4500, and 5500 trucks manufactured March 27, 2009, to September 5…Covers: Dodge RAM 3500 2010–2012, RAM 2500 2010–2012, Ram 5500 2010, 2013–2014 +5 more
Related service bulletins
- 10175733Apr 21, 2020Possible Driveability Issues due to the Winter-Blend Fuel into the Warmer Season
- 10162496May 17, 2019Tube- Fuel Filler
- 10162494May 15, 2019Tube- Fuel Filler
- 10140009Mar 29, 2017Housing Assy - Fuel Filler Door Youhave been identified aseither having stock,or have stock in transit toyour dealership. Please return allsuspect stock of part…
- 10217521Mar 15, 2017Oil Pump Assembly If error code P06DD present on any Pentastar V6 application, please inspect oil pump for relief valve failure. See photo attached. If valve is found out of…
- 10217549Mar 2, 2017Diesel Exhaust Fluid This bulletin provides information regarding the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) vehicle delivery fill guidelines.
- 10140017Mar 2, 2017Diesel Exhaust Fluid This bulletin provides information regarding the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) vehicle delivery fill guidelines.
- 10121680Jul 16, 2016Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with updated software. Some customers may describe…
- 10160037Dec 11, 2015Flash: Powertrain Diagnostic And System Enhancements This bulletin involves reprogramming the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) with updated software. Some customers may describe…
- 10151693Oct 19, 2015Title 68146401AA: Tube - Fuel Filler Start Date: 10/19/2015 7:00 AM End Date Message You have been identified as either having stock, or have stock in transit to your dealership…
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 40 | 11% |
| 2011 | 16 | 7% |
| 2010 | 18 | 12% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 | 7 | 3% |
| 2006 | 13 | 5% |
| 2005 | 12 | 6% |
| 2004 | 13 | 6% |
| 2003 | 12 | 4% |
| 2002 | 9 | 20% |
| 2001 | 12 | 9% |
| 2000 | 8 | 14% |
| 1999 | 10 | 10% |
| 1998 | 10 | 10% |
| 1997 | 15 | 12% |
| 1996 | 8 | 6% |
| 1995 | 6 | 6% |
| 1994 | 7 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2011 Dodge RAM 3500
164 complaintsSuspension
28 complaintsEngine
21 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsBrakes
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsWheels
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsTires
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 Dodge RAM 3500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology