2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Fuel System Problems
The 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 has 142 Fuel System complaints, 21% of its 689 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 100,000. A related recall (18V160000) covers a fuel-related frame bracket issue on 2009-2012 Ram 1500 trucks in certain states.
- Fuel System complaints
- 142
- 21% of 689
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 1
- Median mileage
- 100,000 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical fuel system symptoms owners report
- Fuel splashes or sprays back out of the filler tube during fueling, sometimes soaking hands and the truck's side panel.
- The fuel pump continues running even after the vehicle is turned off and the key removed.
- Engine stalls unexpectedly while driving, including while slowing to a stop or turning, sometimes causing loss of steering and braking assist.
- Vehicle fails to start, with technicians tracing the fault to the integrated power module (TIPM) controlling the fuel pump.
- Owners report repeat dealer visits replacing the fuel pump module and vapor canister without resolving the stalling issue.
When 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 fuel system complaints were filed
First complaint Apr 15, 2013, latest Jan 10, 2026.
Fuel System recalls for the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500
- NHTSA 18V160000Mar 8, 2018Fuel System218,617 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:mounting
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "T-Slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.
Risk: If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. Additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U04.
Fuel System complaints by Ram 1500 model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How many fuel system complaints does the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 have?
- NHTSA lists 142 Fuel System complaints for the 2011 Ram 1500, which is 21% of all 689 complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a fuel system recall for the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500?
- Yes, recall 18V160000 covers certain 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks registered in specific states, addressing a Fuel System issue reported in 2018.
- At what mileage do fuel system problems usually show up?
- NHTSA data shows a median failure mileage of 100,000 for fuel system complaints on the 2011 Ram 1500, though individual complaints range widely.
- Did the fuel system issues cause any crashes or injuries?
- NHTSA records 2 crashes and 1 injury tied to Fuel System complaints on the 2011 Ram 1500, with no fires reported.