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.
Dodge RAM 1500 fuel smell problems
41 of the 12,420 owner complaints about the Dodge RAM 1500 describe gas smell in the cabin, most of them for the 1997 model year.
- owner complaints
- 41
- worst model year
- 1997
- typical mileage
- 85,000
By model year
Often reported together
Fuel leak 9Stalling 4Fire or smoke 4Fuel pump 3Knocking 3Check engine light 3Misfire 2Whining noise 1
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
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 1500. While driving 65 MPH, the contact started to smell fuel fumes inside the vehicle. Through the rearview mirror, he also noticed smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the 4wd warning indicator was illuminated. The contact pulled over, exited the vehicle, and noticed smoke and a fuel leak on the rear tires. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear axle and rear wheel seal needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 150,792.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge ram 1500. The contact noticed a fuel odor coming from the vehicle while parking. He then noticed fuel leaking from the top rollover valve. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 205,000.
When the vehicle is filled up with gas, it will stall until some of the gas is burned off. This has happened to me in the middle of an intersection while turning. Vehicle loses all power. The vehicle also constantly emits gasoline fumes. Very dangerous as my truck is parked in the garage with the hot water heater. Check engine light has been on for months and the instrument cluster reads "gas cap". My mechanic checked it out and verified this is a known problem with this model of dodge ram involving the gas tank. The part that needs replaced is attached to the inside of the tank, so an entire new gas tank is required to correct these issues.
Driver's side exhaust manifold cracked and broken studs/bolts at head. Passenger side exhaust manifold cracked and broken studs/bolts. Both gaskets leaking allowing gas and exhaust fumes into quad cab. I am sure this is not healthy. This is 5.7 l hemi engine v8
When I start my 2010 ram 1500 there is a loud tick coming from the exhaust manifold, from the bolts breaking due to the material used. This is a safety issue because of the risk of exhaust fumes entering the cab through the vents.
2011 ram with 53,000. Meticulously maintained. Drove all day and shut it off. Smelled like gas. Inspected for leaks. Didnt see any with a quick look over. Went inot house. Came back outside 10 minutes later and truck was on fire. It was parked 4 ft away from our house and could have burnt the whole house down.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 ram 1500. Upon starting the vehicle, a fuel odor was detected. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a fractured exhaust manifold. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the exhaust manifold bolt needed to be installed. The contact heard an abnormal noise and the vehicle started to misfire. The contact stated that several warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to crossroads nissan-wake forest (11120 capital blvd, wake forest, nc 27587) where it was diagnosed that the cam shaft needed replacement. The vehicle was awaiting replacement of the manifold bolt and cam shaft. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign numbers: 17v821000 (power train) and 18v160000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that the recall repairs were exceeding a reasonable amount of time. The contact called two dealers: (crossroads nissan, 11120 capital blvd, wake forest, nc 27587) and (westgate dodge, 6421 old westgate rd, raleigh, n 27617) and was informed that the parts were not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and confirmed that the VIN was included in the two the federal safety agency recalls, but parts were not available. The failure mileage was approximately 56,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 ram 1500. While driving 55 MPH, the contact noticed exhaust fumes entering the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to chrysler dodge jeep ram fiat ft. Walton beach (541 mary esther cut off nw, fort walton beach, fl 32548, (850) 244-7611) where it was diagnosed that several bolts to the exhaust manifold were fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 109,000.
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
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Which Dodge RAM 1500 years have gas smell in the cabin problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1997 (8 complaints), 2004 (6 complaints) and 2010 (6 complaints).
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