Recall 07V-247: 2007 Dodge RAM 2500

DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jun 13, 2007, covering about 5,062 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-247
Report date
Jun 13, 2007
Vehicles affected
5,062
Owners notified
Jun 18, 2007

The problem

Certain pickup trucks equipped with 34 gallon fuel tanks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel tank may become damaged during certain crash conditions, which could allow fuel leakage to occur if the vehicle rolls over.

The risk

Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.

The fix

Dealers will install a fuel tank shield onto the front frame cross member. The recall began on june 12, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Notes

Daimlerchrysler recallno. G16.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerDAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Storage
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number07V247000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge RAM 25002007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 07V-247?

Certain pickup trucks equipped with 34 gallon fuel tanks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel tank may become damaged during certain crash conditions, which could allow fuel leakage to occur if the vehicle rolls over.

How is recall 07V-247 fixed?

Dealers will install a fuel tank shield onto the front frame cross member. The recall began on june 12, 2007. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.