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Dodge RAM 1500

2011–2014 only

1,578 classified complaints 7 recalls

2011–2014 Dodge RAM 1500 models have 1,578 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 7 recalls. The most common issue in this range is Body control and other modules, typically surfacing around 81,000 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 2011–2014 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full Dodge RAM 1500 report for every year combined.

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2011–2014

Complaints filed per 5-year model-year window — highlighted bars link to their own dedicated page.

What breaks, and when — 2011–2014 only

Body control and other modules · Electrical 500 complaints

Median onset: 81,000 miles. 0.2% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

More common in newer model years.

Internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings) · Engine 135 complaints

Median onset: 105,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · More common in newer model years.

Airbags, seatbelts and restraints · Body and interior 111 complaints

Median onset: 61,334 miles. 21.6% of these reported an injury, a death, or a crash with fire.

More common in older model years.

Rear differential and axle · Drivetrain 90 complaints

Median onset: 28,900 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues. · Typical repair: $1,350–$2,550 nationally.

Tank, lines and filler · Fuel system 85 complaints

Median onset: 90,000 miles.

More common in older model years.

Wiring harness, grounds and connectors · Electrical 81 complaints

Median onset: 58,000 miles.

More common in newer model years.

Stalling and no-start · Engine 66 complaints

Median onset: 75,000 miles.

More common in newer model years.

Exhaust manifold, studs and leaks · Exhaust and emissions 63 complaints

Median onset: 78,000 miles.

More common in newer model years. · Typical repair: $690–$1,870 nationally.

From owner-filed complaints to NHTSA, not independently verified. Federal mileage reporting on recent complaints is sparse — see how it works. Cost ranges are national estimates from book labor hours and parts pricing, not this vehicle's actual repair history — they don't account for your location or shop type.

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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — complaints and recalls, scoped to 2011–2014 model years. See the full Dodge RAM 1500 report for every year and full specs/safety data.