1996 Dodge Ram fuel system problems

37 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 85,000.

owner complaints: 37
of this car's complaints: 6%
typical mileage: 85,000
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Storage: tank assembly
9
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
9
Delivery: fuel pump
9
Fuel injection system
5
Delivery
2
Storage: fuel gauge system
1
Carburetor system
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Dodge Ram fuel system problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Dodge Ram fuel system

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Fuel pump 10 Fuel gauge 8

Related recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported November 13, 1997 · 497,000 vehicles affected

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

What 1996 Dodge Ram owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 27, 2004 · Fuel system · 140,000 miles · AK

Consumer stated vehicle leaked excessive fuel.

Filed Feb 24, 2004 · Fuel system · 85,000 miles · WA

While driving at 25 MPH vehicle was running very roughly. Vehicle was taken to the dealer, who found that fuel tank and fuel pump were contaminated.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Fuel system, Transmission · 32,701 miles · MI

My main complaint is the transmission. The pressure seal for second gear has been replaced 3 times. It lasts for about 30,000 miles and then goes. I've had to pay for the repair 2 out of 3 times. Approx 1400.00.. The last time I had parts put in that were not chrysler products.

Filed Aug 26, 2003 · Fuel system, Lights · 53,000 miles · PA

While driving, the vehicle shut down completely. Dealer notified. *ak. It was determined the fuel pump failed which caused the vehicle to stall. Also the rear hazard lights did not work.

Filed Mar 17, 2003 · Fuel system · CT

Gas tank heat shield on 1996 ram pickup due to design flow of gas tank.

Filed Sep 12, 2002 · Fuel system · NC

Fuel rails rusted on the inside, causing rust particles to clog the fuel injectors. Results in stumbling and sudden stalling.

Filed Jul 30, 2002 · Fuel system · ID

While filling up gas tank tank fell onto the ground causing fuel to leak. Dealer notified.

Filed Jul 26, 2002 · Fuel system · PA

While driving vehicle cut off and ran out of gas as a result of sending unit being inoperative. Not showing correct fuel level.

Filed Apr 2, 2002 · Fuel system · KY · fire

While shutting vehicle off fuel shutoff solenoid caught on fire. Restarted starter, and vehicle would not shut off even when turning key. Burned wires and was smoking under hood. Consumer finally got vehicle shut off. Dealer contacted. *ak

Filed Oct 27, 2001 · Fuel system · TX

Failed sending unit will not allow fuel gauge to indicate gas level in tank.

Questions about the 1996 Dodge Ram fuel system

Does the 1996 Dodge Ram have fuel system problems?

Owners have filed 37 complaints about the fuel system of the 1996 Dodge Ram, 6% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1996 Dodge Ram fuel system problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 85,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Dodge Ram fuel system?

Yes, 1 recall: 97V199000. 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).