Dodge RAM 2500 Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 107 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Dodge RAM 2500 across 14 model years. The 1995 model year has the most (21). The words owners use most often: “injection pump” (9% of reports).
- 107fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 6mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 69%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Injection pump: mentioned in 10 of 107 complaints (9%)
- Gas tank: mentioned in 10 of 107 complaints (9%)
- Fuel transfer: mentioned in 7 of 107 complaints (7%)
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 40 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 107 complaints, 6 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 2 an injury.
Dodge RAM 2500 fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
| Model year | Fuel System, Gasoline complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 RAM 2500 | 2 | 1% | 63,000 |
| 2009 RAM 2500 | 1 | 0% | 7,600 |
| 2007 RAM 2500 | 4 | 1% | 48,000 |
| 2005 RAM 2500 | 7 | 2% | 67,330 |
| 2004 RAM 2500 | 5 | 1% | 75,024 |
| 2003 RAM 2500 | 1 | 0% | — |
| 2002 RAM 2500 | 4 | 3% | 50,000 |
| 2001 RAM 2500 | 11 | 2% | 86,128 |
| 2000 RAM 2500 | 3 | 1% | — |
| 1999 RAM 2500 | 13 | 4% | 90,400 |
| 1998 RAM 2500 | 7 | 3% | 20,000 |
| 1997 RAM 2500 | 12 | 6% | 89,000 |
| 1996 RAM 2500 | 16 | 5% | 83,000 |
| 1995 RAM 2500 | 21 | 8% | 35,508 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Fuel system, gasoline:storage
Model years: 2007
Problem: Certain pickup trucks equipped with 34 gallon fuel tanks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel tank may become damaged during certain crash conditions, which could allow fuel leakage to occur if the vehicle rolls over.
Risk: Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a fuel tank shield onto the front frame cross member. The recall began on june 12, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
S10 direct reply- letter to the secretary from constituent requesting assistance with a potential safety issue regarding chrysler vehicle (s); full document not imaged. *smd 2005 dodge ram 2500. The consumer stated the gas tank needed to be replaced. The consumer stated he was never able to…
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was on and in park, the undercarriage area of the cabin caught fire which causing the vehicle to become engulfed in flames. The contact did not disclose if a police report was filed or not or how the fire was…
Vehicle went into the dealership for repairs/replacement of the gas tank straps and also the exhaust straps. Was notified by dealership that the frame was rusted and they were able to put their fist through the hole. Car was never in a situation were rust like that could have occurred. At this time…
While on the off ramp to the stop at the bottom dodge ram gas pedal stuck down causing the truck to accelerate causing the truck to leave the road at around 85+ mph then dropping off the road to an 400+ drop. *tr
While accelerating the truck start the decelerate and reaccelerate multiple times within a 2-3 second time period and the check engine light came on for large evap leak. This issue happened a number of times throughout a couple week time period. When i brought it to the dealer they said there was…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge RAM 2500s have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 107 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the Dodge RAM 2500. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Dodge RAM 2500 fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 1 safety recall list fuel system, gasoline. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
What do owners say about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Dodge RAM 2500?
The most frequent phrase is “injection pump”, in 10 of 107 complaints, followed by “gas tank” (10).
Other Dodge RAM 2500 problems
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- Suspension problems (840)
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- Power Train problems (613)
- Air Bags problems (584)
- Electrical System problems (518)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (372)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (265)
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