2011 Dodge RAM 3500 electrical problems

Filed Mar 3, 2026 · Electrical · MI

A mechanic at professional auto shop diagnosed the failed TIPM. It caused the fuel sending pump in the fuel tank to stop pumping. The truck stalled while driving on the highway leaving me stranded in 2-degree weather. I read online that there was a lawsuit for this issue but don't know how to file to recoup the $1200+ repair bill on top of the $200 cost to tow it to the auto repair shop. There was an electrical draw and emergency flashers randomly turning on causing the batteries to die a month prior to the failure of the TIPM. I did have the check engine light come on when the fuel pump was cutting out and stalling. The truck is currently in the shop, and they ordered a new remanufactured TIPM.

Filed Dec 8, 2025 · Electrical · 145,000 miles · AK

The contact owns a 2011 Ram 3500. The contact stated that the OEM trailer brake controller indicated that the trailer brake was disconnected even though it was attached correctly. The failure occurred while different trailers were hitched to the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The contact replaced the OEM brakes with new OEM brakes; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed and determined that there was not enough amp signal to recognize that the trailer was connected. The mechanic attached a magnetic pigtail line with magnets attached to both ends, and the vehicle recognized that the trailer was connected. The cause of failure was found; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 145,000.

Filed Nov 25, 2024 · Electrical, Engine · 96,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2011 Ram 3500. The contact stated that during cold weather, the engine would not heat up properly and hesitated to start. In addition, the contact stated that on several occasions, the heater grid connector on the driver's side melted bolts and wiring that intruded into the engine, causing piston #6 to misfire. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V060000 (Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.

Filed Apr 10, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · TN · fire

Don’t know, the fireman,said the engine caught on fire, some how look like from on top pointed to the top. I believe I believe it was exhaust? Fire department would write out report and send it to me. Devastated 68+ miles truck was paid off melted the whole front and top of the engine everything down! I want to know what happened?! 2011, dodge ram 1 ton 6.7diesel Cummings ! also melted my boat 2010 nitro Z7 with a 150 mercury bass boat $28,000 boat worth more than that now whet up in value! It had 15 hours only on engine! It’s not completely lost I pray…

Filed Feb 27, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · KS

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?

Filed May 11, 2020 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 129,000 miles · PA

This is the second ram 3500 I have purchased in a year and both have had the same issues with the blending doors for the heating and air condition unit. With that being said this is a safety issue. The defrost will not work when the blending door are not operating properly. This cause the front windshield not to be able to defrost when it is started or when it fogs up when going down the road. This is a safety issue because you can not see out the windshield which put my family and other family at risk because I can not see properly out the windshield to see what is going on and may cause an accident. This is a large vehicle and would be devastating if I hit another vehicle. Dodge has recalled this issue on other models under k17, but there is no recall on the year that I own.

Filed Dec 10, 2019 · Electrical · 97,500 miles · WY

When going on rough roads vehicle shuts off. Have to manipulate ignition to get to start again. My family has 3 of these trucks and all are having these same issues. Just had ignition module replaced on a 2012 ram with 100000 miles because it shut off when going down road and frightened driver. When truck dies you have no power steering or brakes. Search on internet shows this to be a common problem to many with trucks of this year.

Filed Sep 22, 2017 · Electrical · TX

Odometer keeps adding miles or not recording miles correctly

Filed Sep 7, 2017 · Electrical · 98,000 miles · AZ · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ram 3500. While driving 5 MPH through a parking lot, a burning odor was detected. The contact stopped and parked the vehicle and, upon exiting, observed smoke rising from under the hood. The contact was able to notify the fire department. Upon arrival, the vehicle was hosed down with water. The contact was unaware of an actual fire present because she could not see the vehicle. A fire report was not filed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was towed to larry h. Miller dodge peoria (8665 w bell rd, peoria, az 85382 (480) 865-3986) where it was diagnosed with a malfunctioning alternator that need replacement. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000.

Filed Feb 8, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · 99,000 miles · UT

We have noticed for the last month or so our truck shutting of randomly while driving, however 2/7/2016 coming home in the dark at 80 miles per hour the truck shut off driving down the freeway. I have a brother same model truck experiencing the same issues. This is a safety concer, the truck and all lights shut off at 80 miles per hour I want this fixed and investigated