1997 Dodge RAM 2500 fuel system problems

Filed Apr 8, 2013 · Fuel system · 6 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked for several weeks and approximately one quarter tank of gasoline evaporated. The failure recurred fifteen times. The vehicle was taken to two different dealers but neither could determine the cause for the failure. Fifteen years passed and the contact began to smell gasoline when exiting the vehicle. He also noticed gasoline fuel leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the fuel pump was leaking and based on the components that were surrounding the fuel pump, had been leaking for quite some time. The pressure relief roll over valve was identified as the cause of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 6 and the current mileage was 43,385. Updated 6/14/13

Filed May 12, 2011 · Fuel system · 108,000 miles · WI

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the fuel tank detached from the vehicle as a result of the straps being corroded. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop who diagnosed that the straps were broken due to corrosion. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 108,000.

Filed Feb 8, 2011 · Fuel system · 70,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 dodge ram 2500. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact noticed an overpowering gasoline fuel odor in the vehicle. He later discovered a fuel leak and contacted the manufacturer in regards to the failure. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 97v199000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) and any repairs would be at the contacts expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Jul 25, 2005 · Fuel system · 75,000 miles · WI

Throttle on 1997 dodge ram 2500 diesel sticks at wide open throttle and won,t come back. This has happened three times. The first time the dealer freed up the linkage. The second time they replaced the linkage. The third time they freed up the new likage.

Filed Oct 15, 2004 · Fuel system · CA

While driving,and while parked the driver noticed a fuel smell coming from the vents area. The vehicle was parked in the garage. The driver got unto the ground and look underneath the vehicle and noticed a gasoline leak. The driver will contact the dealer. Please fill in additional information.

Filed Nov 19, 2003 · Fuel system · WI

Problems with 1997 dodge 2500 pickup.*mr the consumer noticed a fuel smell, he left the vehicle at idle and discovered fuel on the ground. The consumer discovered two metal elbows one was attached to the sending unit located on top of the fuel tank and the other was attached to the fuel line, the second elbow developed a cracked and leaked which was caused by salt material used on the highways. The consumer had to purchase the entire sending unit just to replace the two metal elbows. *jb

Filed Sep 11, 2003 · Fuel system · 141,500 miles · VA

1997 dodge diesel 2500: fuel line directly behind drivers side front wheel has a hole worn in it by way of contact with neighboring fuel or other line. The neighboring line has a connector or fitting that through vibration and direct contact has worn a hole in the metal fuel line. The line is pressurized adn releases diesel fuel through the hole onto the vehicle frame and undercarriage. Rate of leakage is suffucient to release approximately one gallon of fuel in a 20 minute period. Line is also corroded from years of winter road surface treatment and may have contributed to the wear of the line. However there is no question that contact between teh two lines is the main reason for the damage line and fuel leak. The vehicle is being repaired at the dodge dealer in culpeper virginia, during the week of september 15, 2003.

Filed Jan 30, 2003 · Fuel system · 65,000 miles · VA

Fuel guage is broken for the second time. First was under warranty in 1999. The sending unit was replaced. Now it is broken again but the dealer says it is out of warranty and will cost $$$. After speaking with other owners and some mechanics I found this to be a common problem and feel it sould be a recall item.

Filed Sep 6, 2002 · Fuel system · WY

Consumer made several appointments for recall repairs, but everytime consumer arrived for appointment part was not available. Dealer ship was not aware of consumer having an appointment.

Filed Aug 29, 2002 · Fuel system · CA

While driving down driveway heard as loud noise. Consumer got out of vehicle, and notice a trail of fuel on ground. Fuel tank had dropped under vehicle. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further information.