The contact owns a 2012 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact was alerted by another driver that the fuel tank had detached and was on the ground. Additionally, there was a fuel odor detected. The low fuel warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over and inspected the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the front fuel tank strap and fuel tank was the ground, causing a fuel leak. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank bracket and fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 18V160000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was approximately 85,000.
2012 Dodge RAM 1500: gas smell in the cabin
6 of the 698 complaints about the 2012 Dodge RAM 1500 describe gas smell in the cabin.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- typical mileage
- 85,000
- recalls
- 1
Gas smell in the cabin by model year
What owners say
Existing case #11308350 hissing sound in gas tank while on road in motion, on a city street, and a highway and turning and stationary, even noticed it when truck is turned off and sound will not turn off, killed one battery already, truck does not smell like gas. Maybe electrical definitely should be recalled seems dangerous. May also add that driver seat is flat and ripped due to manufacture defect like most cars and trucks, common issue should be recalled thank you
I have been hearing a ticking sound coming from my engine these past few weeks. I looked into the matter and have found issues with the manifold bolts that are breaking off and causing this problem. I contacted dodge of gilroy today and they state they have not heard of any issues regarding this engine hemi 5.7. However, after looking at this website, it appears they're many issues. This needs to become a recall, as it is a danger of exhaust fumes entering the cab.
There is a known problem with the exhaust manifold bolts breaking on the 5.7 engines. I've had to have both manifolds repaired in under a year. This problem allows exhaust fumes to enter the cabin exposing the occupants to carbon monoxide.
Exhaust manifold bolt broken causing exhaust leaks. Verified by dealer after doing a full inspection after another recall item was fixed. Dealer said that it is common for the 5.7 hemi. Possible exhaust fumes entering driver cab. This is also known as the hemi tick, have been hearing tick for about 1,000 miles, current miles is 32,004. Can hear exhaust leak consistently
Exhaust leak right passenger side of engine allowing exhaust fumes to enter passenger cabin.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting
- What is wrong
- Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "T-Slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.
- Risk
- If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. Additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1‑800‑853‑1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U04.
Recall number 18V160000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2012 Dodge RAM 1500 fuel smell
Is gas smell in the cabin a common problem on the 2012 Dodge RAM 1500?
6 of 698 owner complaints about the 2012 Dodge RAM 1500 (1%) mention gas smell in the cabin. The model year with the most reports is 1997.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2012 Dodge RAM 1500?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2012 Dodge RAM 1500
Stalling 57Fuel pump 44Headlights 43Loss of power 40Knocking 39Airbag light 34Check engine light 33Misfire 23Won't start 21Power steering loss 17Engine failure 16No deployment 13Fire or smoke 12Key fob 12ABS 11Brake failure 10Adaptive cruise 8Grinding brakes 8Hesitation 8Wipers 7Jerking 6Sudden acceleration 6Warning lights 6Door locks 5Tire blowout 5
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