2011 Ram 4500 Recalls

4 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year.

4 Recalls
2011 Model Year
Affected: POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING

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4 Recall Campaigns — 2011 Ram 4500

POWER TRAIN
Campaign #17V821000 · 20/12/2017
Issue

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.

Fix

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.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Campaign #16V739000 · 13/10/2016
Issue

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.

Fix

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. Chrysler's number for this recall is S68.

STEERING
Campaign #13V527000 · 06/11/2013
Issue

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.

Fix

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 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 R16.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Campaign #14V635000 · 08/10/2014
Issue

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.

Fix

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. Chrysler issued interim notification to owners on December 8, 2014. The recall began on April 27, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P65.

Source: NHTSA.gov public recall database

About 2011 Ram 4500 Recalls

The 2011 Ram 4500 has 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record. The affected components include POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. All recall repairs are provided free of charge at any authorized Ram dealership.

If you own a 2011 Ram 4500, you may have received a recall notice by mail from Ram. If you purchased your vehicle used, the previous owner may have received the notice and you may not be aware of open recalls. Use our free VIN lookup to check your exact vehicle's recall status.

To get your 2011 Ram 4500 recall repaired, contact your nearest Ram dealership with your recall campaign number. Federal law requires manufacturers to fix the defect at no cost, regardless of whether you're the original owner, your vehicle's mileage, or its age.

The Ram 4500 has a total of 99 recall campaigns across all model years. View all Ram 4500 recalls →

2011 Ram 4500 Recall FAQs

How many recalls does the 2011 Ram 4500 have?

The 2011 Ram 4500 has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns on record.

What parts are affected by the 2011 Ram 4500 recalls?

The 2011 Ram 4500 recalls affect the following components: POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Are 2011 Ram 4500 recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires all manufacturers to repair safety recall defects at no cost to the vehicle owner — regardless of mileage, age, or whether you are the original owner. Contact any authorized Ram dealership with your recall campaign number.

How do I check if my 2011 Ram 4500 has an open recall?

Use our free VIN lookup on the RecallDetails.com homepage. Enter your 17-digit VIN and we'll show you every open recall campaign for your exact vehicle, including campaigns that may not appear in model-level data.