The 2011 Dodge Ram has 3 recalls, the most serious involving a tie rod ball stud that can crack and break, causing sudden and complete loss of steering control.
Note that the tie rod recall only affects Ram 4500 and 5500 trucks. On those vehicles, the left ball stud in the tie rod assembly can weaken and fracture, leaving the driver with no ability to steer. The second recall applies only to diesel-powered trucks equipped with a hydroboost brake system: a power steering reservoir cap with excessive vent pressure can cause the brake pedal to return slowly after being released, which in turn keeps the brake lights illuminated longer than the driver intends, potentially confusing drivers behind the truck. The third recall involves certification labels printed with incorrect weight or seating capacity information, which could lead an owner to load the vehicle beyond its actual limits.
At a glance
What can fail
The left ball stud on the tie rod may weaken and crack, potentially causing loss of steering control.
What the fix does
The left outer tie rod will be replaced at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The power steering reservoir cap on some diesel trucks with hydroboost brakes has excessive vent pressure, which can cause the brake pedal to return slowly after pressing.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the power steering reservoir cap at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The certification and tire pressure information labels on some vehicles contain incorrect weight or seating capacity information.
What the fix does
Chrysler will provide replacement labels. Owners can have a dealer install them free of charge, or install them themselves.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
