Gasoline Fuel System Problems of Dodge Ram 1500 - part 1

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle, followed by the sound of metal striking the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the fuel tank strap had detached from the vehicle due to extensive corrosion. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 210,000.

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The contact owns a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while going to start the vehicle, the contact became aware that there was an object hanging down by the driver's side rear wheel well. The contact observed that the metal strap had detached from the fuel tank. The contact stated that the metal strap was extremely corroded. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The contact researched online and related the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 18v160000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 113,999.

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The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while refueling the vehicle, fuel started spilling out of the fuel filler neck. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who determined that the fuel tank inlet check valve was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 108,000.

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The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the fuel tank strap "t-slot" had detached. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA campaign number: 18v160000 (fuel system, gasoline). The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 mph, the fuel tank detached and fell from the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The contact related the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 18v160000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at approximately 65 mph, a loud sound was noticed coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that when the wife arrived home, he inspected the vehicle and became aware that the fuel tank was hanging and making contact with the ground. The contact also stated that the frame that holds the bracket was rusted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The contact related to the failure with the NHTSA campaign number: 18v160000 (fuel system. Gasoline); however, the vehicle was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure ;however, no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was unknown.

The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon inspection the vehicle, it was discovered that the fuel tank was hanging low and not properly secured to the vehicle, due to a faulty front fuel tank strap which had failed. The local dealer was notified of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 18v160000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 170,000.

The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the fuel tank was not completely secured to the vehicle and was hanging down from the subframe. The failure was caused by a corroded subframe attaching the fuel tank straps to the vehicle. Both fuel tank straps had failed due to the subframe corrosion. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN and vehicles from the state of kansas were not included in NHTSA campaign number: 18v160000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 149,000.

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The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, there was a banging noise followed by a dragging noise coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was immediately stopped and upon inspection it was discovered that the fuel tank straps had failed and the fuel tank had fallen to the ground and was being dragged while the vehicle was being driven. The contact stated that the fuel tank straps were severely rusted. The contact stated that the fuel tank was filled with gasoline during the failure. The vehicle was towed to the local mechanic. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 158,000.

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The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The fuel brackets broke and dropped. The fuel tank was rusted. There were no warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v160000 (fuel system gasoline). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. Parts distribution disconnect. The failure mileage was approximately 170,000.

The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 mph, there was a fuel strap failure. There were no warning lights. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who confirmed the failure with the fuel strap. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA campaign number 18v160000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 135,000.

The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationed at traffic light and when depressing on the accelerator pedal and the vehicle seized. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the ignition and drove to his residence, but was able to start the ignition. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the fuel pump relay was needing to be removed. The vehicle was not repaired but was pending repairs. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 18v160000 (fuel system, gasoline), however the VIN was not included. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 116,000.

The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving 25 mph, an abnormal noise could be heard coming from the vehicle without warning. The contact pulled over and discovered that the fuel tank was hanging from underneath the vehicle. The contact was able to strap the fuel tank back to the frame and drove the vehicle home. The contact's husband went underneath the vehicle and discovered that the frame where the fuel tank was attached had corroded, which caused the failure. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA campaign number: 18v160000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the vehicle was not included in the recall. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 87,013.

The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact stated that while attempting to refuel the vehicle, the nozzle continuously stopped while refueling. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer and was informed that there were no recalls on the vehicle. An independent mechanic and was contacted, and the contact was informed that the failure might be linked to a defective evap system. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 300,000.

Driving truck in town approx 35 - 40 mph. Can give exact detail / location. Vehicle transmission in "drive". Vehicle has center consul. As vehicle was climbing gradual hill, transmission automatically downshifted. Vehicle immediately went to full throttle uncontrollably. Engine rpm jumped to 6k - 7k. Vehicle speed still increasing. Stepped on gas pedal several times thinking it was stuck with no effect - rpm remained constant. Then put both feet on brake pedal - rpm remained constant. Then shifted transmission into neutral position. Check etc / red lightning bolt message now on in message center located between tach & speedometer. Rpm's now at a constant 4k with vehicle in neutral and coasting. No place to turn off without blocking traffic. Stopped at lighted intersection - vehicle still at 4k rpm. Shifted back into "drive", tires chirped and truck lunged forward still at 4k rpm. Parked vehicle in safe place adjacent to gas station and shut off - transmission still either in gear or neutral. Engine off - shifted into "park". Waited 3-4 minutes and attempted to restart vehicle. Engine icon, ect icon and red steering wheel with explanation point icon where all on. Vehicle cranked, but acted like no fuel / spark and would not start. Vehicle towed to dealership on flatbed. No word back from dealer yet. Mileage 5,443 - mostly highway. Note: no floor mats just factory rug and cruise control was not "on" or in use in any way. Only modifications to vehicle are the addition of a spray bed-liner and topper. I was born and raised around cars and have good mechanical ability including ground-up restorations of pre 1970 vehicles. This is a real and tangible example of a 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 bighorn with unintended acceleration. This is unacceptable for any vehicle, but especially for a new, $46,000 vehicle. I am lucky that I did not hurt anyone or end up dead.

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I was returning home from a short trip on the interstate and I had just made a turn on the street we live on when I heard a ding sound. My wife and I noticed that there was a message on the display that showed, "service electronic throttle control". It stayed on only a second and disappeared. I didn't really notice any effect to the driving capability, but this is the first time that message has appeared and I notice that there are two similar complaints posted here about the same message. I think I'll go to the dealership and at least let them know about it and see what they do. I had been using my cruise control on the way back from my trip which I normally do use and I note that in at least one of the other complaints the person was using theirs too. At the time of the message I wasn't using cruise but like I said, I had been.

Dodge has a known history of fueling problems causing gasoline to flow out of the filling tube while at a pump. This is a hazard cause by their poor venting components. Check the internet and see the number of complaints about this. I've never heard of this with other manufacturers, but with Dodge it's a familiar occurrence.

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Purchased new, in Nov 2010. When filling up the nozzle clicks and sprays fuel back on you and down the side of the truck appx loss of . 5 gallons per fill up. Even if it misses you your hand will be covered in gas and causes cracks in your fingers now that its winter. I cannot image it is good for the paint either.

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On August 26th I was traveling in my truck at about 58mph with the cruise control on. As I entered a 45mph speed zone I tapped the brake pedal to disengage the cruise. The truck maintained speed so I pressed the brake pedal many times with the truck not slowing down. I then had to hit the brakes quite hard to slow down. While doing this I noticed a message come up on the info screen which read service electronic throttle control. After stopping I checked to see if something like a floormat was pressing on the accelerator pedal, which there was not. This same situation happened again on August 30th. I contacted south lake motors, the local ram dealer to schedule an appointment for sept. 4. I took my truck in and they found a code in the computer, but could not find anything wrong. In the following 2 weeks the same thing happened two more times as I tried to slow down from a speed of between 55 and 60mph, except I did not have the cruise on. They looked it over again on sept 19 and decided to put a new accelerator pedal in it on sept. 20th. The next day it stuck again as I tried to slow for a truck turning in front of me, almost causing me to rear end that vehicle. Sept 27th I took it back in and they still could not find anything wrong. On oct 7 I once again dropped my truck off at the dealer and they kept it for 5 days trying to duplicate the issue. They could not find the problem. On oct 13 while traveling at 45mph I let off the accelerator pedal and the truck maintained speed, I had to slam on the brakes to slow it down to negotiate a corner without wrecking. This has happened two time since then. On oct 21st I took it back to the dealer and they installed a data recorder to record the events. The mechanic and other dealership employees have told me this truck is not safe to drive. I have called Chrysler daily telling them this vehicle is unsafe.

Check engine light is on. Strong smell of gas when vehicle is shut off. Vehicle stalls at slow speeds. Can't tell the engine quit as the rpms bottom out and engine dies. Very dangerous for driving. No control after the engine stops. This happened twice today. First time was in traffic in a town at a stop light. Couldn't restart the engine for awhile and couldn't get the truck out of traffic. Second time slowed to turn around in a driveway entrance and backed up when I came to a stop to shift to d the engine stalled and I didn't know it. My truck was at an angle crossing 2 lanes of taffic. Luckily, I was able to get it restarted. I googled the problem and it seems to be very common and dangerous with limited success on finding a repair solution.

I was in a rollover accident on the date above and after rolling the truck 6 times the fuel didn't shut off to the truck and it was still running. I believe that the inertia switch malfunctioned and didn't shut off the fuel supply to the motor.

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1996 Dodge Ram 1500 4x4 5. 2 ltr. 318 ci. Engine. Throttle stuck fully open when pulling into customers driveway hauling small utility trailer. I put truck in neutral and shot off engine. After 10 minutes I restarted truck and it seems fine now. This is an isolated incident at this time. I inspected fuel linkages from pedal to throttle body and all appears well. There is minimal corrosion and I was unable to duplicate this problem manually.

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Truck began to overheat when stopping for more than a few minutes. Taken to the shop and they replaced cooling fan motor and temperature sensor. Three weeks later it did the same thing and all parts we're replaced again. This time it has lasted for six months but truck has begun to overheat again.

Was turning onto freeway onramp at approximately 5 mph and engine stalled. I have had intermittent rpm fluctuations the last month but have not experienced a stall until now. With a automatic transmission vehicle this seems rare and dangerous.

I also had the fuel filler neck pop out when refueling. It still pops out a bit but I just push it back in and close the fuel filler door.

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The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 st/slt. The contact stated when starting the vehicle she discovered that gasoline fuel was pouring onto the engine. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where she was informed that the fuel tube assembly was defective. The dealer also stated that the replacement part was also defective. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer would not provide any assistance. The current and failure mileages were approximately 60,000.

1) the windshield wiper module assembly and fluid froze. That in turn shorted out the totally integrated power module (main computer) was told fcm internal fault needs tipm. Do not have windshield wiper fluid. 2) 1-27-10 heater/defroster quit working. Had to replace the blower motor assembly. When replacing found a broken door in the motor assembly. Have not replaced the door. 3) very bad front end vibration. Was just told that both bearings need to be replaced. 4) check engine light with code need exhaust gas recirculation system valve.

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My truck stalls as I come to a stop. This happens probably about 4 times a month since the date above. The dealership hasn't been able to find the problem. I have read on forums online that a ton of other people are having the same problem. Some say it has to do with erg valve and it should be recalled. They said they replace the egr valve and the problem is fixed.

Engine lost power on highway had to get a tow home found a whole with shiny clean threads in intake manifold dealer cant help me. So I tried another dealer. They could not help. The 2nd dealer said my truck should not have this opening in the back of intake manifold my truck is stock 5. 9 motor I don't know if my truck takes a plug back there or a tube or a vacuum line.

My 2004 Dodge ram1500 v8 5. 7 l engine 2wd stalls at intersections in cold temperatures. Also at times when the accelerator pedal is pressed there is no rmp increase. The stalling is extremely dangerous as I am at an intersection, I have to quickly restart the engine and hopefully not get rearended. I first noticed this problem at approximately 60k. I talked to my mechanic who informed me that there was a fuel system problem with Dodge 2003 and 2004 1500 v8 5. 7 l engines for trucks. He directed me to a web site were I discovered several sub sites with people describing the same problems I am experiencing. Engine stalling in cold temperatures at intersections with their 2003 and 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 v8 5. 7l engines. Some of them did get into crashes unable to avoid getting rearended. I was also informed by my mechanic that both 2wd and 4wd trucks with the 1500 v8 5. 7 l engines had this fuel system problem. My truck stalling is numerous daily, some times 2 or 3 times in the morning on the way to work, and again 2 or 3 times on the way home. What I have discovered is if I allow the engine to warm up, approximately 10 minutes, I won't stall. To be safe from getting rearended it's best I waste a little gas each time I start the engine. My mechanic also informed me that the problem has to do with an improper throttle body. The repair would be to remove the improper throttle body and install a proper throttle body. I did contact my Dodge dealership and talked to the service manager, (who shall not be named per your request), who informed me that there was no recall on my VIN number, of my truck, but would not tell me if their were any recalls on any 2003 or 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 v8. 5. 7 l engines for an improper throttle body causing stalling in cold temperatures when coming to a stop at an intersection. I am going to pay my deductible at the dealership and get my truck safe, but I also want to be reimbursed. This is unsafe and should be recalled. Thank you!.

2008 Ram 1500 laramie 2wd 5. 7 hemi: poor fuel mileage, 9 - 10 mpg city 14 - 17 mpg hwy. Advised dealer @ 843 miles dealer checked and said I should learn how to drive and there is nothing wrong with truck. I am 50 years old & do not hot rod the truck. Still the same now with over 2,000 miles on it. Chrysler refuses to help.

I have a 2004 Dodge 5. 7 l 4x4 I have noticed that when I run the truck down to "e" and refill it to full the truck will stall when coming to a hard stop. The rpm goes up and down between 1000 and 2000 rpm. This only happens once after I fill the truck. I have looked on the inter net (edmonds/car "Dodge trucks stalling problems" and have located other the same problem. I also have a friend with the same truck and he is having the same issues. There are no codes or dash board lights coming on after it stalls. I am taking to a dealer to have it looked at and I asked if there were any reports of this truck stalling and they never heard of any. If you have had any complaints like this please let me know. Thank you for your time. P. S. I got this truck used.

2007 Ram 1500 4. 7 automatic. 16000 miles. Using auto shut off at gas station, always back splashes. Even back splashes when I manually put the gas in slow when I know it's getting close to full. No way to stop the back splash, and it's not just a small amount that comes out either. This is a continual problem since bought new.

The contact owns a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500. He stated that the engine light remained illuminated when he cranked the vehicle. He noticed the vehicle would rough idle when he came to a stop. The dealer stated that the codes indicated there were vacuum leaks in the fuel system. The current mileage was 34,000. The failure mileage was unavailable.

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The contact owns a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received a recall notice two weeks ago for a fuel leak. The fuel shield needed to be replaced. He called the dealer three times, but could not get a response. The dealer finally stated that it may take three to four months before the vehicle could be serviced. The recall notice stated that the repair would only take thirty minutes to an hour to complete. The dealer stated that they do not take appointments and would have to keep his vehicle for 3-4 days. The recall notice number was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 580.