Dodge RAM 2500 fuel pump problems

Filed Nov 2, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · OH

Some electrical components became inoperative in the quick minute. Fuel pump was running continuedly till the battery was drained. Mechanic, I had used before told me that the TIPM Module was defective and needed replaced. Truck just before the battery died was that not all Eletronic's were working. Interior lights, horn, cruise control, FOBs not responding to the vehicle. Mechanic stated that the TPIM did need to be replaced. Contacted dealership were purchased and they told me that there have been recalls out on this particular part. I know that from 2009 to 2017 there have been several models that were impacted by this part being defective. I do have the invoice from the mechanic that took care of replacing the TIPM module.

Filed Oct 18, 2021 · Fuel system · IN

Fuel pump failed with no warning. Best One of Indy confirmed and replaced. It was parked and would not start.

Filed Aug 1, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 177,000 miles · LA

There are two issues at hand here. One is the fuel pump fuse/relay. It went out but cant be fixed without replacing the entire fuse box as it is internally within fuse box. I did a bypass and replaced fuel pump, but I still have codes related to fuel system having a leak. When this issue happened, my wife was left stranded as the truck wouldn't turn on. Also, on a different note, I noticed my trailer brake light coming on saying it is disable and flashes on and off as I am driving. Not sure if this is related to the electrical aspect of it. The other was on engine. I have a 2011 ram 2500 5.7 4x4. It started with having a cylinder 1 misfire. I replaced spark plugs and coils. Still had issue and after some research, I found out that the valve stem/spring in engine head break and cause the lifters and camshaft to rub and release metal shavings through out engine. While this was messed up, I would notice the truck would shake very hard as I approached a certain speed limit. I took truck to dodge dealership to verify research and it was confirmed. I was told I needed a new engine. So I replaced engine. Total bill was over 7500 for parts and labor.

Filed Jan 14, 2019 · Brakes, Fuel system · 68,531 miles · WA

My truck is only used for towing a fifth wheel, thus the low mileage. On a trip, the truck stalled with no warning on the freeway, lost power, power brakes and power steering in the 2nd from right lane. I was barely able to pull it over and stop, in an unsafe area. 4 hrs later a tow for truck and 5th wheel was arranged. The tacoma dodge dealer replaced the lift fuel pump with an in tank lift fuel pump. Apparently the block mounted pump "always fails around 70k miles", which is what my truck has logged. The heat kills the pump. I paid $2106.47 for the repair. The new pump failed in less than 6 months or 2k miles. The everett dwayne lane dealer has the truck now for two weeks, and cannot get the warranted pump replaced for another 2 weeks due to back order from mopar. I believe the pump to be a defect causing extreme safety hazard, as no warning loss of power steering and brakes are affected. Seniors often drive rv's, many would not be able physically to handle the rig with this failure. Eventually a death will occur, and probably many already have that I am unware of. Recall should be immediate. Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *cw

Filed Dec 13, 2018 · Electrical, Lights · 151,000 miles · CA

Original tipm failed at 151000 miles causing front turning signals to malfunction. The tipm controls all electrical components and sensors throughout the entire vehicle including fuel pumps and air bags. I was driving my vehicle on a city street when an alarm displayed on the instrument panel noting a front right turn signal lamp needs replacement. I replaced the bulb per replacement bulb number specified in the owners manual. Also, replaced the turn signal multi switch which both items did not resolve the issue. Made the decision to have a certified mechanic to diagnose the problem.

Filed Aug 3, 2018 · Electrical · 100,000 miles · TX

My vehicle began having issues when attempting to start it. The vehicle would either turn over and die immediately, or not even turn over at all. This would happen a number of times before I was able to actually start the vehicle and drive it, and it happened every time I went to start it. I took it to a dealership to resolve the issue where they told me the tipm relay was shorting out causing the current to the fuel pump to be cut off, preventing fuel flow to the engine. They replaced the relay and I went about my day, after a steep cost for the repair. However, as I looked into this issue online, I found a safety recall for this same exact issue for the same year model vehicles, only they were dodge caravans and dodge durangos. My vehicle is manufactured by this same company as the caravan and the durango, it is the same year model that was affected on these other vehicles, but for some reason there was no safety recall for my vehicle. I am just trying to figure out why this is, and also to voice my complaint about the initial issue at hand to hopefully bring this to light.

Filed Jul 11, 2018 · Fuel system · 138,600 miles · CO

While driving down highway gasoline started spewing under pressure from top of fuel pump, pulled into parking lot away from other vehicles and waited five to ten minutes before gasoline stopped spraying out. I had to have it towed home where I could check to find out if it was only a rubber hose as I expected or something else. I found out it was a fitting at top of the fuel pump which looks like metal connector where the gasoline was spraying out of a pin hole, I lost about 5 gallons of gas in 14 miles of highway driving.

Filed Jul 7, 2017 · Fuel system · 71,741 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge ram 2500. The contact stated that the fuel pump failed to function. The vehicle stalled and was unable to be driven. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who replaced the fuel pump. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer issued a technical service bulletin, but a remedy was unavailable.the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 71,741. Updated 08/23/17*lj

Filed Mar 29, 2017 · Electrical · 76,500 miles · AZ

Both low beam headlights are inoperative. I have a daytime running light module that I installed in 2007 which still operates both low beams at a reduced power, so the bulbs are both good. Both high beams are operational. I noticed that when I had the light switch in the on position on 3/26/17 after dark and turned off the engine with the headlight switch still on, that the low beams we're not on, but the other lights were on. The daytime running light module only powers the low beams when the ignition is in the on position. In researching this issue online, I found that this is a common problem with the 2006 model since it has a tipm which controls the light and other functions. The tipm does not have replaceable relays or resetting circuit breakers for the headlights which allow the quick and easy repair or automatic reset of the headlights. Since any little glitch may cause the tipm to shut down the lights there is safety issue since both low beams may go off at anytime for no real reason. I feel there needs to be a safety recall on these vehicles to replace the tipm with a unit that has a standard design like is found on other dodge ram years. Please research the numerous issues with the tipm including low beams, fuel pumps turning off causing the engine to stop unexpectedly, etc. It's time that dodge is made to replace the tipm with something reliable that does not pose safety issues. A recall is in order. If I did not have the drl module installed, I would have been without low beams when I was driving and switched on the headlights.

Filed Nov 12, 2015 · Engine · 116,000 miles · NC

My 2004 dodge ram 2500 diesel pick up truck suddenly loses power and stalls while traveling on highway and entering highway. First occurrence entering highway truck restarted and continued to run. 2nd occurrence next day on highway truck restarted but travelled short distance and stalled again in the road. Towed to dealer. Dealer replaced batteries and battery wiring and truck started, but when test driven by dealer the vehicle continued to stall. Dealer now believes fuel pump or "module" may be cause but is having trouble testing due to manufacturer change in wiring. Dealer reports that chrysler made a mid year fuel pump "modification" to 2004 models while in production at chrysler and that while wiring is similar to 2005 year, the color coding used on the modification does not match the 2004 or 2005 color coding. Dealer has requested wiring schematic from chrysler for the 2004 modification but to date chrysler has been unable to provide any information. Vehicle is unsafe to operate on road since stalling can occur at any time without warning. Vehicle remains in shop at chrysler dealer with problem unsolved. All maintenance on this vehicle has been done by chrysler dealerships. No previous issues with fuel system or stalling.