How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 have?

NHTSA lists 57 complaints in this area for the 2011 Ram 1500, which is about 8% of the 689 total complaints filed for the year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Ram 1500 suspension?

Yes. Recall 10V656000, reported December 24, 2010, covers a rear axle bearing noise issue, with Chrysler installing an oil port insert as the remedy.

At what mileage do these suspension problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheels & tire complaints on the 2011 Ram 1500 is 25,250 miles.

Have these suspension issues caused crashes or injuries?

Yes, NHTSA data shows 5 crashes and 3 injuries linked to suspension, wheels & tire complaints on the 2011 Ram 1500.

Is the 2011 Ram 1500 worse than other years for suspension problems?

The 2011 model's 57 complaints and 8% share are similar to the 2010 model (40 complaints, 8% share), but higher than 2012 (34 complaints, 5% share).

2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 57 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500, about 8% of its 689 total complaints for the year, including 5 crashes and 3 injuries. A related recall (10V656000) addresses a rear axle bearing noise issue, and the median mileage at failure was 25,250.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 57; 8% of 689
Crashes reported: 5
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 25,250 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Front wheels have separated from the axle while driving at low to moderate speeds, causing loss of control and collisions.
A front ball joint disconnected and the axle snapped while underway, resulting in total loss of steering.
Some owners tied wheel or axle failures to airbags that did not deploy during resulting crashes.
Multiple owners who received the NHTSA recall notice for the rear axle spindle (campaign 10V656000) reported long delays getting replacement parts from dealers, sometimes for months.
Structure and body damage was reported after a front passenger wheel disengaged and the vehicle crashed into a parked car.

When 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint May 4, 2011, latest Oct 22, 2025.

57 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2011 to Oct 2025; peak May 2011 (7).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500

NHTSA 10V656000Dec 24, 2010Suspension, Wheels & Tires60,382 vehicles
Suspension:rear:axle:spindle
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2011 ram 1500 trucks manufactured from september 2009 through december 2010. Some vehicles may have experience a noise (growl, grind) coming from the rear axle bearing which could eventually seize.
Risk: A failure of the bearing could cause the vehicle to stall increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners and will install an oil port insert into the rear axle free of charge. The safety recall began on april 4, 2011. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Ram 1500 model year

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

2005117 (10%)
2006130 (16%)
200791 (18%)
200872 (13%)
200999 (15%)
201040 (8%)
201157 (8%)
201234 (5%)
20140 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 have?: NHTSA lists 57 complaints in this area for the 2011 Ram 1500, which is about 8% of the 689 total complaints filed for the year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Ram 1500 suspension?: Yes. Recall 10V656000, reported December 24, 2010, covers a rear axle bearing noise issue, with Chrysler installing an oil port insert as the remedy.
At what mileage do these suspension problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheels & tire complaints on the 2011 Ram 1500 is 25,250 miles.
Have these suspension issues caused crashes or injuries?: Yes, NHTSA data shows 5 crashes and 3 injuries linked to suspension, wheels & tire complaints on the 2011 Ram 1500.
Is the 2011 Ram 1500 worse than other years for suspension problems?: The 2011 model's 57 complaints and 8% share are similar to the 2010 model (40 complaints, 8% share), but higher than 2012 (34 complaints, 5% share).