How common are suspension, wheels & tire complaints on the 2011 Dodge Ram 3500?

NHTSA lists 30 complaints in this area for the 2011 Ram 3500, which is 13% of the 225 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall related to these suspension problems?

The JSON data provided does not list any related recalls tied to this complaint area, though several sample complaints reference a steering linkage recall (campaign 13v529000) discussed by owners.

At what mileage do these suspension problems typically occur?

The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheels & tires complaints on the 2011 Ram 3500 is 36,000 miles.

What is the 'death wobble' owners mention?

Owners describe a violent front-end shimmy or shake, sometimes triggered by hitting a bump or expansion joint at speeds between about 40 and 70 mph, that continues until the vehicle slows or stops.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?

NHTSA data for this complaint area on the 2011 Ram 3500 lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.

2011 Dodge Ram 3500 Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

Suspension, Wheels & Tires problems account for 30 complaints (13% of all 225 complaints) on the 2011 Dodge Ram 3500, with a median failure mileage of 36,000. Owners frequently describe a violent front-end shake known as the

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 30; 13% of 225
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 36,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Owners describe a violent front-end shimmy or "death wobble" that starts after hitting a bump or expansion joint at highway speeds around 40-70 mph and does not stop until the truck is slowed or stopped.
Some owners report the left front tie rod breaking or the tie rod ball stud failing, in some cases even after recall-related service was performed.
One owner reported a fractured front axle discovered during inspection, which required dealer replacement.
Multiple owners mention a steering linkage recall (NHTSA campaign 13v529000) but said replacement parts were unavailable for months, leaving the death wobble condition unresolved.
One owner noted the steering damper was replaced by the dealer in an attempt to fix the shimmy, but the wobble continued.

When 2011 Dodge Ram 3500 suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Mar 27, 2012, latest Aug 15, 2026.

30 complaints filed with NHTSA from Mar 2012 to Aug 2026; peak Jul 2014 (5).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2011 Dodge Ram 3500

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Ram 3500 model year

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

200522 (11%)
200629 (11%)
200740 (19%)
200831 (18%)
200914 (13%)
201028 (19%)
201130 (13%)
201252 (14%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are suspension, wheels & tire complaints on the 2011 Dodge Ram 3500?: NHTSA lists 30 complaints in this area for the 2011 Ram 3500, which is 13% of the 225 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall related to these suspension problems?: The JSON data provided does not list any related recalls tied to this complaint area, though several sample complaints reference a steering linkage recall (campaign 13v529000) discussed by owners.
At what mileage do these suspension problems typically occur?: The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheels & tires complaints on the 2011 Ram 3500 is 36,000 miles.
What is the 'death wobble' owners mention?: Owners describe a violent front-end shimmy or shake, sometimes triggered by hitting a bump or expansion joint at speeds between about 40 and 70 mph, that continues until the vehicle slows or stops.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?: NHTSA data for this complaint area on the 2011 Ram 3500 lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.