2007 Dodge RAM 2500 fuel system problems

Filed Apr 1, 2020 · Engine, Fuel system · 35,000 miles · WA · 1 injury

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the odor of diesel fuel was present inside the cabin which had caused respiratory problems for the driver. The contact indicated that the odor was more present while the engine was idling. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer lenoir city chrysler (1206 east broadway, lenoir city, tn.) who replaced the bolts on the egr cooler but the failure continued to occur. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 35,000.

Filed Aug 19, 2015 · Body, Fuel system · 110,000 miles · NJ · crash

All of a sudden my brakes failed could not steer correctly and I lost control of the truck slamming into an oncoming vehicle. It felt like I was steering to go straight and the steering wheel just turned on its own. Now I have a $2800 bill to pay the body shop and I need to get my steering box replaced. I would like help with that. And most important I need these recalls done once I get my truck out of the body shop. My only request is that when I bring it in to the dealer I would like them to also fix my steering box at no charge.

Filed Dec 27, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · CA

Exhaust fumes entering the cab via the heater-A/C fresh air intake. Does not do this when the "recirculation" mode is used. I've had an independent shop and three different dodge dealer shops check for the problem. The first three shops could find nothing wrong. The last shop said there was a small leak in the egr valve assembly. I had dealership shop (lithia dodge of roseburg,or) replace the egr valve/cooler assembly (at a cost of $1,068.84). This did not cure or reduce the problem. My feeling is since this is an intermittent problem, it may have something to do with the smog system-most likely the diesel particulate filter operation. I do know that I'm not the only person having this year diesel truck problem. Is there a cure??? Also, the truck does not have any black smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe. I have always used the correct oil and fuel in this vehicle. All updates are current according to dodge dealer.

Filed Oct 11, 2013 · Fuel system · 5,000 miles · TX

Turbo went out soon after I bought it had about 5000 miles that was under warranty. Always have to regenerate. In june computer crashed in july the clutch goes out now the turbo has gone out again and reading about could be a bad dpf that dodge knows about. The truck has only 119000 miles I bought it new paid alot of money for it . Not happy lost alot of work and losing more because of turbo issue cant afford aa new one or I would can't afford to keep spending this kind of money on it. Dodge has to know about these problems. They should fix this . Thankyou

Filed Jun 12, 2013 · Fuel system · 106,000 miles · CA

My wife was driving the vehicle down hwy 29 in lake county and started hearing a noise from under the vehicle only when driving she pulled over and couldn't see the problem so she continued driving till she could get to my place of employment where I could climb under the vehicle and inspect it where I found that the shield on the fuel tank had broke and was flopping on the drive shaft wearing a grove in it. I had to tear off the flimsy metal until I could have it replaced . I purchased the new piece from dodge that was incredibly heavier duty than the original, I was told by dodge that there was a recall for fuel tank shields but my truck wasn't included in the recall, even though my truck clearly had the same part this could of damaged the fuel tank causing a fuel leak . Hoblit dodge in woodland ca. Installed the new shield and wouldn't do anything about the part or the labor, neither would lithia dodge of santa rosa ca. I have retained the old shield for proof as well as the bills to buy and replace it.

Filed Feb 20, 2013 · Fuel system · 86,000 miles · SC

While driving 2007 dodge ram 2500 mega cab 5.9l i6 cummins diesel noticed smoke emitting from rear of vehicle, stopped vehicle and discovered fuel running out of vehicle below engine compartment. The #4 cylinder fuel injector line from the common rail was cracked and spraying fuel over the engine and soaking hood and firewall insulation as well as electrical connections and exhaust. The retention bracket for this line had become loose due to vibration which lead to the line cracking. As a result of my experience with this issue I have discovered that this is a seemingly inherent problem with these vehicles, more so in the 2006 and 2007 model years, that chrysler is aware of but has done nothing about. At the very least, a tsb should have been issued to inform owners of this dangerous situation that can lead to loss of traction and potential fire resulting in injury or death.

Filed Mar 29, 2012 · Engine, Fuel system · KY

My 2007 dodge ram blew a tipm A/C unit. I was told by the dealer it was because the air conditioner compressor clutch locked up and burned out the tipm. My extended warranty was denied.I paid $1500.00 to get this fixed this week. The other day I was driving to work and my truck started vibrating and completely stopped in the middle of a very busy road. It was towed to the dealer where I was told it had a foreign substance in the diesel fuel. It smelled like paint thinner. The warranty rep said it was caused by dirt in my fuel tank caused by not changing my fuel filter frequently. Now they tell me it needs 6 fuel injectors and a fuel pump total cost $8000.00. By the dealer and warranty rep. The truck has 67000 miles.they said this is not warranty issue and will not be covered.

Filed Oct 18, 2011 · Fuel system · TX

2007 dodge ram 2500. Consumer requests reimbursement for repairs concerning diesel fuel and engine *tgw the consumer stated while driving, he began to smell diesel fuel. He then noticed the fuel gauge started going down. Smoke starting emitting from under the hood, so he quickly pulled over to the next rest stop area. The consumer raised the hood and discovered fuel all over the engine, under the truck and on the travel trailer he was pulling. The truck was taken to a mechanic where he diagnosed the problem as the #4 injector line which was leaking.

Filed Sep 22, 2011 · Fuel system · 68,500 miles · WY

My 2007 dodge ram 2500 with 68,500 miles, left me on the side of the road. According to the dealership the fuel tank vent has allowed dirt and other contaminants in to the fuel system. This in turn clogged several other components. To fix the problem they had to drop the fuel tank, clean and flush the system, dispense of 34 gallons of fuel, install a "vent up fit kit"($675.00) and re-install fuel tank. Total cost to me...$1175.00 dealership, plus 34gal. Of fuel (34gal. X $3.85) = $130.90. If they have an up fit kit, wouldn't that suggest dodge has knowledge of this problem? Wouldn't that amount to a recall if the original equipment was sub-par and needed to be repaired with a heavier version? I think so!

Filed Jan 12, 2011 · Fuel system · 48,000 miles · TN

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 dodge ram 2500 quad st (na). While driving approximately 50 MPH, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel and power was lost to the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who could not duplicate the failure. The contact stated that the light illuminated again and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer. The dealer stated that the #5 fuel injector was defective; it was replaced. The failure occurred again december 2010. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who stated that the #6 fuel injector was also defective. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000 and the current mileage was approximately 54,000.