10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
4 / 2
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
66,736 miles

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problem #149

Oct 012019

Ram 1500

  • 130,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. While driving 40 mph, the battery warning indicator illuminated, the vehicle lost electrical functionality, the steering wheel seized, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after a minute and the electrical functions returned independently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, but the mechanic was unable to retrieve a fault code. The vehicle was also taken to lake elsinore Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (31400 auto center dr, lake elsinore, ca 92530, (951) 225-4749) and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 16V739000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.

- Menifee, CA, USA

problem #148

Aug 302019

Ram 1500

  • 105,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. Vehicle lost motive power while driving the contact was stranded. The vehicle was towed possible fuel pump failure while driving at approximately 55 mph, without warning the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that he lost power steering and braking capabilities were reduced. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The contact was then informed that the fuse box needed to be replaced due to a lack of electrical power being provided to the fuel pump and other electrical features. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.

- Marion, OH, USA

problem #147

Jul 092019

Ram 1500

  • 36,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. Upon starting the vehicle, the entire electrical system remained illuminated until the vehicle was shut off. The contact took the vehicle to smith haven Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram (794 jericho turnpike, St james, NY 11780, (631) 863-2000). The vehicle was repaired. The cause of the failure was not disclosed. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 36,000.

- Shirley, NY, USA

problem #146

Jan 012019

Ram 1500

  • 120,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start immediately. Also, while driving various speeds, the check engine indicator remained illuminated and the vehicle stalled randomly. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the engine cylinder was faulty. The cylinder was repaired, but the failures continued. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was 120,000.

- Houston, TX, USA

problem #145

Jun 032019

Ram 1500

  • 104,006 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact had to manually prime the fuel line multiple times to start the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to ferman Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of new port richey (located at 4023 us-19, port richey, fl 34652, (727) 847-5555) where it was diagnosed that the totally integrated power module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 104,006.

- New Port Richey, FL, USA

problem #144

Mar 292019

Ram 1500

  • 94,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. While driving at highway speeds, the totally integrated power module turned off the fuel pump. The vehicle lost power and stalled. The contact shifted into neutral and coasted the vehicle to the side of the road. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed to the contact's residence. Cherry hill Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram (1708 w, NJ-70, cherry hill, NJ 08002, (856) 471-1058) was notified and indicated that a diagnostic appointment needed to be scheduled. The dealer stated that the circuit board may need to be replaced. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA action number: DP14004 (electrical system). The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in a recall. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.

- Wenonah, NJ, USA

problem #143

Mar 082019

Ram 1500

  • 147,000 miles
Drivers side head light intermittently turns off while driving and will randomly come back on. After replacing bulbs & entire headlight unit issue continues. Faulty tipm (totally integrated power module) seems to be to blame.

- Stanhope, NJ, USA

problem #142

Feb 252019

Ram 1500

  • 49,800 miles
Fuel pump keeps running after vehicle is off and key out of ignition, draining battery. Have to disconnect battery, or pull fuel pump relay fuse to stop fuel pump from burning out. Was told it was tipm unit, the same unit unit that has been recalled on other fca/Chrysler vehicles, but not on Ram.

- Cuyahoga Falls, OH, USA

problem #141

Mar 012019

Ram 1500

  • 100,000 miles
I have a 2011 Ram 1500 quad cab with the 5.7 hemi engine. The tipm started faulting and not letting the fuel pump run and start the car. Then it stopped the trailer/tow lights connection in the rear not working while I was in the middle of towing a trailer. The anti-slip was activated all the time and it turned off the vehicles radio and back up camera.

- Lake Worth, FL, USA

problem #140

Mar 022019

Ram 1500

  • 68,152 miles
Fuel pump relay is faulty in the tipm

- Lefors, TX, USA

problem #139

Jan 072019

Ram 1500

  • 125,000 miles
Vehicle will not start not getting fuel, remote start won't work.the problems are related to a faulty fuel pump relay and the no-start often occur when the vehicle is cold and progressively get worse. My research shows that this issue is related to a recall for faulty fuel relays that are very common in 2011-2013 vehicles, like the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge durangos but they were the only vehicles recalled. The problem is intermittent sometimes days apart or multiple times the same day. I an dating this today but have had issues since December 2018 if not longer.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #138

Jan 162019

Ram 1500

  • 139,000 miles
There has been a recall for other models same year but not one issued for the Ram yet. I am having a problem with the tipm which was recalled on the Jeep and Grand Caravan. The truck tries to start but isnt getting enough fuel so there is a delay and several dry starts also the truck died the other day on me in traffic causing me to almost get hit on the driver side. I have the truck parked at home right now scared to drive it. Called Dodge directly after some investigating and they cant answer my questions.

- New Market, AL, USA

problem #137

Jan 112019

Ram 1500

  • 160,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. While attempting to start the vehicle, it failed to start. The contact mentioned that it took several attempts to start the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to steve jones Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat (2612 tn-46, dickson, tn 37055, (615) 326-1234) where it was diagnosed that the totally integrated power module needed to be replaced, which caused the fuel pump to malfunction. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,000.

- Primm Springs, TN, USA

problem #136

Jan 072019

Ram 1500

  • 100,000 miles
Vehicle motor stops running during driving all power is lost, had happened more than 3 times over time and starting to do it more often very dangerous to have your vehicle shut off while you're driving it.

- Bandera, TX, USA

problem #135

Jan 052019

Ram 1500

  • 110,000 miles
The ignition switch doesnt work for the key fob and the truck wont start unless the alarm goes off then a bunch of sensors go off and beeps and when plugged in says a sensor issue but then there is no way to fix it according to Dodge. This has been going on for the last few months.

- Rosebush, MI, USA

problem #134

Dec 282018

Ram 1500

  • 113,000 miles
Tipm module failed, causes engine to stall due to fuel pump continuously drawing power. Engine can stall while in motion, shutting vehicle off. Very unsafe. Seems to be a known issue with other similar year Dodge/Chrysler models. A class action lawsuit was won relating to similar issues on those other models. Tipm lawsuit: Https://www.classlawgroup.com/Chrysler-totally-integrated-power-module-tipm-lawsuit/ the Ram 1500 was petitioned to be included in this lawsuit, but the petition was denied.

- Converse, TX, USA

problem #133

Dec 072018

Ram 1500

  • 0 miles
My truck was turned off and in my driveway. It's been going on for about a month now. It sounds like my fuel pump is still on when the truck is off and normally it turns off after a few minutes but lately it's been staying on and draining my battery. Also, my windows roll down randomly and the horn goes off randomly as well when the truck is on. I did some research on the tipm for my vehicle and it says the air bags can go off at any time as well. Hopefully, yall doing something about the tipm due to the safety issues of the airbags deploying without cause before someone gets hurt. (recall on tipm) research below: Typical symptoms of a tipm failure the fuel pump not turning off and burning out the airbags not deploying or deploying randomly the engine stalling while driving the starter cranks but won't start the horn goes off at random times power windows not working doors locking or unlocking themselves

- Ingleside, TX, USA

problem #132

Dec 072018

Ram 1500

  • 95,000 miles
Truck wont start.. all other Chrysler and Jeep and Dodge in 2011 models had a relay repair recall for the fuel pump. The 2011 Ram 1500 dis not yet they all use the same tipm

- Holiday, FL, USA

problem #131

Nov 152018

Ram 1500

  • 82,000 miles
The contact owns a 2011 Ram 1500. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled and completely turned off. The vehicle was taken to elkins Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (1434 beverly pike, elkins, wv 26241, (304) 636-2243) where it was diagnosed that the totally integrated power module burned and caused the fuel pump to malfunction. The dealer stated that a new fuel pump needed to be installed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 82,000.

- Dailey, WV, USA

problem #130

Nov 292018

Ram 1500

  • miles
I was just informed by my repair shop that my truck requires a new total integrated power module. This part costs $1300. It is responsible for regulating power to many electrical systems in the truck including the fuel pump. According to many online sources Chrysler vehicles from certain years, especially 2011, are known to have faulty tipms and that the problem can cause problems ranging from annoyances to life threatening accidents. My specific problem occurs both when I am attempting to start it and when I am driving it. I am unable to purchase the necessary repair due to the extreme cost of the part. The unpredictable nature of this part makes this problem extremely dangerous.

- Ellington, CT, USA

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