How common are steering problems on the 2011 Dodge Ram 3500?

NHTSA lists 164 steering complaints for this model year, which is 73% of all 225 complaints filed for the 2011 Ram 3500.

Is there a steering recall for the 2011 Dodge Ram 3500?

Yes. Recall 11V350000 covers tie rod ends and left outer tie rod replacement, and recall 13V529000 covers the steering linkage assembly on related model years.

At what mileage do steering problems usually show up?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 42,000 miles at the time of the reported steering failure.

Did the steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA records 3 crashes and 3 injuries linked to steering complaints on the 2011 Ram 3500, with no fires reported.

How does 2011 compare to other Ram 3500 model years for steering complaints?

NHTSA shows steering complaints made up 61% of complaints in 2010, 73% in 2011, and 61% in 2012, so 2011 had the highest share of the three.

2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 164 steering complaints for the 2011 Dodge Ram 3500, 73% of all complaints for the year, with a median failure mileage of 42,000. Two recalls (13V529000, 11V350000) cover tie rod and steering linkage failures on this truck.

Steering complaints: 164; 73% of 225
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 3
Median mileage: 42,000 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Tie rod ends fracture or separate, sometimes while parking or turning at low speed, causing loss of steering control.
Front end develops a violent shake or wobble at highway speeds, especially after hitting a pothole or expansion joint, even after dealers replace the steering damper or sway bar shock.
Steering wheel or column momentarily locks or seizes during turns or while pulling out of a driveway.
Power steering assist cuts out on winding, low-speed roads, making the truck very hard to steer until it sits parked overnight.
Vehicle suddenly veers or jerks to one side at speed, in some cases leading to a crash into a curb or oncoming lane.
Owners report tie rods failing again even after recall inspection or after the vehicle was previously repaired under an earlier steering campaign.

When 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 28, 2011, latest Aug 15, 2026.

164 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2011 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2014 Q1 (51).

Steering recalls for the 2011 Dodge Ram 3500

NHTSA 13V529000Nov 6, 2013Steering271,733 vehicles
Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
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.
Risk: A failure of the tie rod assembly may result in a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 July 2015, and under a consent order with NHTSA, the company agreed to offer owners three options for remedying their vehicles: perform the original remedy, offer to repurchase the vehicle at the fair market value plus 10%, or offer an additional incentive offer towards the purchase of a new Dodge, Jeep, Chrysler, or Fiat vehicle. Chrysler will notify owners of the new recall options in a letter expected to be mailed on August 31, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N49.
NHTSA 11V350000Jul 6, 2011Steering242,780 vehicles
Steering:linkages:tie rod assembly
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 condition tends to occur during low speed parking lot type maneuvers when the customer is making a tight turn. Additionally, model year 2003-2008 dodge ram 2500/3500 vehicles may have received the affected tie rod assembly as a replacement part during normal service.
Risk: This condition could result in the potential loss of directional stability in the left hand front wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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 complaints by Ram 3500 model year

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

200561 (31%)
200675 (29%)
200788 (42%)
200894 (54%)
200969 (66%)
201092 (61%)
2011164 (73%)
2012222 (61%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are steering problems on the 2011 Dodge Ram 3500?: NHTSA lists 164 steering complaints for this model year, which is 73% of all 225 complaints filed for the 2011 Ram 3500.
Is there a steering recall for the 2011 Dodge Ram 3500?: Yes. Recall 11V350000 covers tie rod ends and left outer tie rod replacement, and recall 13V529000 covers the steering linkage assembly on related model years.
At what mileage do steering problems usually show up?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 42,000 miles at the time of the reported steering failure.
Did the steering problems cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA records 3 crashes and 3 injuries linked to steering complaints on the 2011 Ram 3500, with no fires reported.
How does 2011 compare to other Ram 3500 model years for steering complaints?: NHTSA shows steering complaints made up 61% of complaints in 2010, 73% in 2011, and 61% in 2012, so 2011 had the highest share of the three.