Dodge RAM 3500 fuel gauge problems

Filed Jun 16, 2020 · Fuel system, Steering · 124,000 miles · CO

Steering became loose and had 1-2inches of slack before guiding the vehicle properly. Replaced with new steering unit. Transmission would not shift into low gear at busy intersection entering freeway. *tr started in second or third required costly rebuild. Fuel gauge reads empty required new unit in fuel tank.

Filed Aug 19, 2015 · Fuel system, Steering · 7,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge ram 3500. While accelerating from a stop, the vehicle jerked and the rear end vibrated. The contact also stated that the front end was vibrating while driving at any speed. As a result of the failure, the tires were replaced on four occasions. The contact stated that under the manifold intake that there was an exhaust leak and there was a fuel odor. In addition, the fuel gauge failed to function. The vehicle was serviced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 13v529000 (steering) but the remedy failed to repair the vehicle. The contact stated that an abnormal popping noise was heard coming from the front driver side of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was unable to be duplicated. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 7,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Mar 5, 2010 · Fuel system · 22,000 miles · FL · crash

Fuel gauge reads half full and it is empty. I have put in 6 fuel sending units and it will last 6 to 9 months and the gauge will slowly start to show fuel in tank and it is empty. This is a very common problem with all diesels. Last time I was ran out of fuel in the fast lane of I-75 in florida. Cars wound up in the median and shoulder cause my truck was dead in the fast lane. Gauge read a little over half a tank of fuel. This is going to get someone killed.

Filed Aug 15, 2008 · Body · 120,000 miles · MD

I have a 2001 dodge 3500 and a 2002 dodge 1500 both of them have extremely bad cracks in the dash. The 3500's dash is the worst of the two it is starting to cave in my fuel level gauge and A/C doesn't work because of the pressure on the connectors. It continues to get worst and dodge should be held accountable for this.

Filed Oct 28, 2007 · Electrical, Fuel system · 38,000 miles · TX

I purchased my truck in may 2006, since I bought the truck it has had a vibration on start ie from stop when I start moving the truck has a vibration. I am now on the third rear drive shaft assembly in my truck at 65k miles. Also have had to replace a blown front hub that separated at 60k miles with no previous problems or warning. Have had over 3k worth of electrical work done at dealership including PCM, wiring harness, fca, injection pump and so forth and so on. Still have tons of electrical issues with truck. And now at 66k miles the fuel sending unit has gone out for the second time.

Filed Jul 26, 2007 · Fuel system · 64,870 miles · CO

Fuel gauge not working. Ie full fuel tank, gauge reads empty.

Filed Aug 12, 2006 · Fuel system · 29,455 miles · OH

I have a 1997 dodge ram truck 3500 with 5.9 liter 6 cylinder diesel laramie slt. The fuel gauge hasn't worked for 5 years now and the fuel sending unit is defective. I would purchase a new one, but cost to me for the fuel sending unit part is $198.00. Currently, like everyone else that seems to have faulty fuel sending units, I set the tripmeter and go 300-350 miles and then fill up the tank. This seems to be a widespread problem with dodge ram pickup trucks with gas and diesel engines and I'm wondering why there hasn't been a recall?

Filed Nov 12, 2005 · Brakes, Fuel system · 115,000 miles · IN

Two primary safety related issues and many less important quality issues have plagued this vehicle. The problems began to mount immediately after the warranty lapsed. The most critical issue has been the corrosion and subsequent failure of the brake line that supplies the pressure needed for the rear brakes to operate. This issue rendered the rear brakes on the vehicle useless. Dodge corporate and two local dodge dealerships refused to address the issue, except by offering to sell a replacement brake line. The failure of the metal after only 5 years is unacceptable. The second major safety issue is that the nipples on the original fuel sending unit were made of metal and corroded through and began to spray fuel onto the exhaust system and the entire underside of the vehicle. This results is very poor mileage and a potentially fatal fuel leak. Between these two safety issues and the blatant dismissal of any responsibility of the dodge corporation I think something needs to be done. I have corrected the issue on my vehicle, but what if someone was towing a large trailer with a similar vehicle and the brakes failed? People could be killed. Additionally the fuel leak doesn't seem to be an issue that should ever happen. I believe that in systems as critical as fuel and brakes the material should be designed to last longer than 4 or 5 years regardless of the warranty. We have the technology to prevent this, its a simple material choice issue. The brakes and fuel lines could have easily and inexpensively been made of stainless steel or brass or any number of other non corrosive materials.

Filed Apr 22, 2004 · Fuel system · AZ

Consumer noticed that fuel gauge was giving false reading when fuel gauge reached half full. Vehicle ran out of gas because the fuel tank actually was empty.

Filed Apr 20, 2004 · Fuel system · AZ

Without warning vehicle stalled, causing the driver to drift to the side of the road. Consumer stated that the fuel gauge was defective. Consumer notified the dealership about this issue, however, mechanic had not corrected the problem.