Dodge RAM Fuel System, Gasoline Problems
Owners have filed 140 complaints with NHTSA about fuel system, gasoline problems on the Dodge RAM across 13 model years. The 1995 model year has the most (33). The words owners use most often: “fuel pump” (23% of reports).
- 140fuel system, gasoline complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 2related recalls
- 41%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.
- Fuel pump: mentioned in 32 of 139 complaints (23%)
- Gas tank: mentioned in 11 of 139 complaints (8%)
At what mileage do fuel system, gasoline problems happen?
Based on 23 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 140 complaints, 1 mention a crash, 12 a fire.
Dodge RAM fuel system, gasoline complaints by model year
When owners reported it
Related recalls (2)
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 1998
Problem: Vehicle description: light duty trucks equipped with either a 8.0l v-10 engine or a 5.9l v-8 heavy duty gasoline engine. An exhaust system heat shield attaching screw is too close to the underbody fuel line. The line can rub against the screw, possibly causing fuel leakage.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will remove the underbody heat shield attaching screw and replace it with rubber adhesive. The chassis fuel line will be inspected for signs of wear and any tubes indicating wear will be replaced.
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Model years: 1995, 1996
Problem: Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel tank mounted rollover valve can allow liquid fuel to leak onto the ground under certain vehicle operating conditions.
Risk: Fuel leakage could result in a fire if an ignition source was present.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank rollover valve with a float type rollover valve.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram. The contact stated when refueling the vehicle, the fuel did not enter the fuel tank as intended, however, the fuel spilled out onto the ground. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of…
The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal sound. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware that the rear fuel tank strap mounting bracket had detached. The vehicle was taken to…
The contact owns 2006 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated while having the vehicle serviced by a local dealer, the fuel pump was found to be cracked and leaking fuel. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with…
Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge ram . The contact stated that when the vehicle was turned, on there was a very strong fuel odor. The contact noticed that there was fuel leaking from the fuel hose that connected between the left and right fuel injector rails. . The vehicle was diagnosed by an…
While driving home 10/20 ~8pm, i was slowing down in freeway traffic ~45mph. I took my foot off the brake and was just about to press down on the accelerator pedal, my truck surged forward for about .25 of a second (split second). This has happened in the past ~8 times. I notified the dealer at…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Dodge RAMs have fuel system, gasoline problems?
No. NHTSA has 140 owner complaints about fuel system, gasoline for the Dodge RAM. 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 fuel system, gasoline?
Yes: 2 safety recalls 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?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel pump”, in 32 of 139 complaints, followed by “gas tank” (11).
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