2011 Dodge RAM 3500 engine problems

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 Apr 18, 2019 · Engine · 98,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ram 3500. While driving 50 MPH, the water pump bearing disintegrated. There was excessive steam and smoke that impacted the driver's visibility, which caused the driver to have to brake extensively to coast the vehicle over to a complete stop. The vehicle was unable to be driven due to the internal water pump leakage. The vehicle was towed to a repair facility for further diagnostic testing. A dealer had not diagnosed the vehicle. The vehicle was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign number: 17v562000 (engine and engine cooling); although, the vehicle exhibited the same failure related to the recall campaign. The contact wanted to determine if this was a concentric-brand water pump and if the manufacturer's remedy provided a newly designed water pump with a hole. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000. * consumer stated water pump, it broke the serpentine belt which powers steering and brakes. When the water pump failed, it broke the serpentine belt which powered the steering and brakes. I could not turn but could slightly move the wheel enough to get the side of road. My electric thailor brakes were all that stopped my truck!!!

Filed Mar 31, 2019 · Engine · 52,618 miles · ID

The vehicle was purchased new and has been in my possession since. The vehicle is used very little in comparison with other vehicles this age (62518 miles). The vehicle is housed in a garage when not in use. I have never had a water pump problem on any vehicle with so little miles. Is there a problem with this water pump???? I started the vehicle and allowed it to warm about 3 - 5 minutes as is my practice, and drove away. I had driven approximately 6.5 miles when the heater began to blow cold air. I checked the temperature gauge and notice the temperature beginning to rise rapidly. I pulled the truck to the side of the road and shut it off. On close inspection I noticed that the coolant I was adding ran out as fast as it was going in. The bushing around the impeller shaft was as if it was missing.

Filed May 3, 2017 · Engine · 70,000 miles · OR

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ram 3500. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle began to lose engine power without warning. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal to the floorboard and the vehicle began to regain power. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer advised the contact to bring in the vehicle if the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000. Updated 06/22/17*lj the consumer stated the failure occurred while driving at slow speeds or idled. The power steering and brakes. Updated 10/19/2017

Filed Jul 5, 2016 · Engine, Fuel system · 154,000 miles · TX

Tl* 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 the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v635000 (engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel). The approximate failure mileage was 154,000.

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

Filed Jan 8, 2016 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ram 3500. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 14v635000 (engine and engine cooling, fuel system, diesel); however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.

Filed Oct 6, 2015 · Airbags, Engine · WI

Driving on highway at 55 MPH, truck shuts off, does and lose control. Starts back up but does it again.