What's Wrong with the 4th Generation (2009–2011) Ram 1500?

Ram 1500 owners have made 629 complaints about the 2009–2011 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it second to last in overall reliaibility, with significant electrical and engine concerns.

Compare With Other Ram 1500 Generations

Common 2009-2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Problems

Some of the worst issues 4th generation Ram 1500 owners have to deal with.

  3. Stuck in Park

    Can't shift the car into reverse or drive! Now what? This is most commonly reported from Dodge Avenger owners, but there have also been similar complaints about other Dodge makes as well as other Chrysler and Jeep vehicles having a similar …

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What Owners Complain About

Sometimes it helps just to tally up the complaints and see where the biggest stacks are. Use this information to learn about troublespots or to run for the hills.

Worst Issues

What Breaks the Most

Years to Avoid

4th Generation (2009–2011) Ram 1500 Key Numbers

  1. 3 model years

    Grouping all models by their year can reveal some baddies.

  2. 629 complaints

    Running tally of owner grievances filed to CarComplaints.com.

  3. 53rd in reliability

    Overall reliability rank out of 54 eligible generations.