Three problems related to tank assembly have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Ram 1500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Gasoline tank started leaking due to stress crack failure. No indication of mechanical wear at the failure point, appears to be a failure of the plastic.
I have a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 pick-up. I recently noticed a strong odor of gasoline. When I filled up my gas tank, I discovered that fuel was leaking from the tank. Further investigation revealed the leak appears to be coming from near the top of the tank. I can't see the source of the leak because of the frame. I contacted daimler-Chrysler and they were no help since the vehicle is out of warranty. Since the leak is near the exhaust piping, I am concerned about the possibility of fire. The truck had never been driven off-road, only on streets and highways. I have an appointment next week with a repair facility to examine the cause of the leak.
Fuel gauge isn't working, and when the consumer fills tank up, gauge indicates the wrong amount of gas. It shows that tank is only half full. Consumer can't determine how many miles per gallon of gas they are driving.