NHTSA Campaign 18V160000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING

Issued by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) · Reported Mar 8, 2018 · 218,617 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2009-2012 Dodge Ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. Exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "T-Slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.

Consequence

If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. Additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. A fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. The recall began May 2, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is U04.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
DODGE RAM 1500 2010 218,617
DODGE RAM 1500 2011 218,617
DODGE RAM 1500 2012 218,617
RAM 1500 2009 218,617
RAM 1500 2010 218,617

Source: NHTSA Campaign 18V160000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.