2011 Dodge Ram 2500 power train problems
16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the power train on the 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 — 5% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ram 2500. While driving 65 mph, the vehicle turned off and restarted independently. The contact was concerned for his safety. Additionally, while the vehicle was parked on several occasions, the contact was unable to shift the vehicle out of park. When the vehicle was…”
filed Nov 15, 2019
“Several manifold bolts broke off causing exhaust to leak early. Potential hazard to the vehicle occupants depending on how bad the leak is, not to mention the environmental impact. Very known and common issue but fca will only address if the vehicle is within the powertrain warranty period. Vehicle…”
filed Jan 2, 2019
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- Pushing the brake pedal for prolonged periods when the vehicle is running and in PARK may…Campaign 17V821000 · Dec 20, 2017
Related service bulletins
GEAR - REACTION SUN
102307 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Dec 17, 2024Plate - Planetary
101232 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 30, 2024
Power Train problems in other Ram 2500 years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ram 2500 | 35 | 12% |
| 2010 Ram 2500 | 13 | 6% |
| 2009 Ram 2500 | 6 | 3% |
| 2008 Ram 2500 | 20 | 6% |
| 2007 Ram 2500 | 17 | 5% |
| 2006 Ram 2500 | 37 | 6% |
| 2005 Ram 2500 | 63 | 15% |
| 2004 Ram 2500 | 110 | 19% |
| 2003 Ram 2500 | 55 | 8% |
| 2002 Ram 2500 | 19 | 12% |
| 2001 Ram 2500 | 28 | 6% |
| 2000 Ram 2500 | 15 | 7% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2011 Dodge Ram 2500
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.