Model year guide

2011 RAM 3500

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 RAM 3500 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 68 on record.

2011 RAM 3500 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2011 RAM 3500 at a glance

Safety recalls5
Typical price$29,924

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2011 RAM 3500 recalls 5

Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:column Shift NHTSA Campaign #17V821000 · 20/12/2017

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 …

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:alternator/generator/regulator NHTSA Campaign #16V739000 · 13/10/2016

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.

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:linkages:tie Rod Assembly NHTSA Campaign #11V350000 · 06/07/2011

CHRYSLER IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 2500/3500 4X4, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH MARCH 28, 2011; MODEL YEAR 2008-2011 DODGE RAM 3500 CAB CHASSIS 4X2, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH MARCH 28, 2011; AND MODEL YEAR 2008 DODGE RAM 1500 MEGA CAB 4X4, MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2008, THROUGH AUGUST 15, 2008, BECAUSE THE LEFT TIE ROD BALL STUD MAY FRACTURE. THIS CO…

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TIE ROD ENDS FOR RELATIVE ORIENTATION AND REPLACE THE LEFT OUTER TIE ROD AS REQUIRED AND PERFORM A FRONT END TOE ALIGNMENT AS NEEDED. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 3, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.

Steering:linkages:tie Rod Assembly NHTSA Campaign #13V529000 · 06/11/2013

Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 RAM 2500 4X4 and 3500 4X4 trucks, 2008-2012 Dodge RAM 3500 4x2 Cab Chassis, and model year 2008 Dodge RAM 1500 Mega Cab 4x4. The left tie rod assembly may break.

Fix: Chrysler notified owners on January 16, 2014 that dealers would inspect vehicles and replace the steering linkage assembly, if necessary. On or about February 27, 2014, Chrysler ceased its recall remedy program due to parts quality concerns, and then re-initiated it on or about April 14, 2014. In…

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel NHTSA Campaign #14V635000 · 08/10/2014

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.

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 re…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

What's a 2011 RAM 3500 worth?

Low
$21,600
Typical price
$29,924
High
$38,995

From 67 comparable 2011 RAM 3500 listings.

2011 RAM 3500 trims & engines on record

Trims
Laramie · SLT · ST · Laramie Longhorn Edition
Engines
6.7L 6-cyl · 5.7L 8-cyl

2011 RAM 3500 vehicles on record

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2011 RAM 3500 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2011 RAM 3500 have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2011 RAM 3500. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

How much is a 2011 RAM 3500 worth?

Comparable 2011 RAM 3500 listings run roughly $21,600–$38,995, typically around $29,924 (from 67 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.