Hidden defect of punctured fuel tank discovered after replacement of inoperative fuel guage by hudson chrysler, hudson, wi 54016 tel 800‑236‑1333. Four screws installed thru floor board into tank by centurion of white pigeon, mi 49099. Tank replaced 11/22/02. I have photos of screws thru floor and punctures in tank. Dt
1994 Dodge Ram fuel system problems
40 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car).
- owner complaints
- 40
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 2
Which part fails
- Storage: tank assembly12
- Delivery8
- Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings6
- Delivery: fuel pump5
- Storage: fuel gauge system1
- Storage: auxillary tank: selector devices1
- Fuel injection system: injectors1
- Fuel injection system: fuel rail1
At what mileage
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Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Dodge Ram fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel tank mounted rollover valve can allow liquid fuel to leak onto the ground under certain vehicle operating conditions.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage could result in a fire if an ignition source was present.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank rollover valve with a float type rollover valve.
Recall number 97V199000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline
- What is wrong
- These vehicles do not meet the rear impact test requirements of fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: the vehicle s have an increased risk of a fuel spill in the event of a rear end collision.
- Remedy
- Dealers will strengthen the left frame rail by installing a frame rail reinforcement bracket.
Recall number 94V113000 · Recall details
What 1994 Dodge Ram owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Premature wear of fuel return line causing a vibration, and resulting in fuel leakage. Please provide additional information.
Consumer noticed that his gas tank was hanginf low. After checking, he found the rear strap had rotted out and failed. The low end of the tank was being held by the filler hose. The vehicle was just serviced and consumer was not aware of the failure. The strap fell into many pieces as consumer removed it to replace it. *jg
When the vehicle is moving, the fuel line that is connected to diesel fuel will leak diesel fuel under the floor. It spills onto other parts of vehicle.*ak the metal overflow fuel line from the injector pump to the main fuel tank is joined mid way bya a 5/16 inch rubber hose, this hose has failed 4 times and consumer feels it is a fire hazard.
When filling vehicle up with fuel, fuel is spilling out of vehicle. Consumer has contacted dealer. Please provide any further details.
Electric fuel pump stopped working and caused vehicle to stall while entering turnpike traveling at approximately 40 MPH. A private mechanic informed consumer that fuel pump had given out, no cause of defect was given. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
Front lower ball joints failed, sealed units with no grease fittings.
Intermittently fuel sending unit is not registering the proper amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under a manufacturer's recall, and any repairs would be at consumer's cost. Please feel free to provide any further details.
The intake/outake exhaust valves were replaced and the throttle body was replaced.
Strap that holds low pressure fuel line, is behind the water that separates the diesel engine, has rubbed into the soft fuel line. This has caused diesel fuel to leak out. Been in contact with several dealers & mechanic had no knowledge of how to correct the problem.
Questions about the 1994 Dodge Ram fuel system
Does the 1994 Dodge Ram have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 40 complaints about the fuel system of the 1994 Dodge Ram, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1994 Dodge Ram fuel system problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Dodge Ram fuel system?
Yes, 2 recalls: 97V199000, 94V113000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Ram have the most fuel system problems?
The Dodge Ram model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1994 (40 complaints), 1995 (38 complaints) and 1996 (37 complaints).
Other 1994 Dodge Ram problems
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