Tank Assembly problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 3500

Five problems related to tank assembly have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Ram 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Tank Assembly problem

Failure Date: 03/18/2004

While driving at 55 to 60 mph tire tread separated, and the steel belts ruptured the gas tank. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, and gas tank was replaced. Consumer seeking reimbursement for repair.

2 Tank Assembly problem

Failure Date: 03/05/2001

While driving at slow speed fuel tank fell off, 1 strap was gone, other had broken.

3 Tank Assembly problem

Failure Date: 11/21/2000

Fuel tank is hanging on by one strap. Dealer suggested to get one strap fromjunkyard and put it on. Dealer could order a strap, but there would be a charge.

4 Tank Assembly problem

Failure Date: 07/26/1999

Fuel gauge is read incorrectly.

5 Tank Assembly problem

Failure Date: 01/01/1999

Fuel gauge has been inoperative since 1999.

Other Gasoline Fuel System related problems of the 1997 Dodge Ram 3500

Tank Assembly problems	5
Gasoline Fuel System problems	1
Fuel Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problems	1
Fuel Injection problems	1

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