How many brake complaints does the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 have?

NHTSA lists 37 brake complaints for the 2011 Ram 1500, which is 5% of the 689 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for brake problems on the 2011 Ram 1500?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for brakes on the 2011 Ram 1500.

At what mileage do brake failures typically happen on the 2011 Ram 1500?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on this model year is 57,500 miles.

Have brake problems on the 2011 Ram 1500 caused crashes or injuries?

Yes. NHTSA data shows 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 4 injuries tied to brake complaints for the 2011 Ram 1500.

Is the 2011 Ram 1500 worse for brake complaints than other years?

The 2011 model had 37 brake complaints (5% share) versus 20 (4%) for 2010 and 62 (9%) for 2012, so 2012 shows a higher share among nearby years.

2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 37 brake complaints for the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500, 5% of all complaints for the year, with 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 4 injuries reported. Median mileage at failure was 57,500 miles, and there are no related recalls on file.

Brakes complaints: 37; 5% of 689
Crashes reported: 7
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 4
Median mileage: 57,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report the brake pedal traveling to the floor with no response, sometimes leading to a crash into another vehicle.
Some describe total brake failure tied to the hydraulic control unit / anti-lock brake system, with no warning lights before the failure.
One owner reported a caliper overheating to the point of smoking after highway driving, which recurred about a month later.
Several drivers experienced sudden loss of braking on hills or at low speed that resulted in the vehicle crashing or rolling.
A few early-mileage owners reported air entering the brake lines, requiring the brakes to be bled more than once, with dealers unable to find a cause.

When 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 brake complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 6, 2011, latest Jul 9, 2026.

37 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2011 to Jul 2026; peak Feb 2011 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Ram 1500 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201020 (4%)
201137 (5%)
201262 (9%)
20140 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 have?: NHTSA lists 37 brake complaints for the 2011 Ram 1500, which is 5% of the 689 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for brake problems on the 2011 Ram 1500?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for brakes on the 2011 Ram 1500.
At what mileage do brake failures typically happen on the 2011 Ram 1500?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for brake complaints on this model year is 57,500 miles.
Have brake problems on the 2011 Ram 1500 caused crashes or injuries?: Yes. NHTSA data shows 7 crashes, 1 fire, and 4 injuries tied to brake complaints for the 2011 Ram 1500.
Is the 2011 Ram 1500 worse for brake complaints than other years?: The 2011 model had 37 brake complaints (5% share) versus 20 (4%) for 2010 and 62 (9%) for 2012, so 2012 shows a higher share among nearby years.