2007 Dodge RAM 3500 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 3%of 210 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 51,392miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the fuel system of the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500, 3% of the 210 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 51,392 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Diesel, 5.9 while driving at 50mph the check engine light illuminated and shortly there after the engine stopped running all together. I was able to safely stop the pickup along the shoulder of the roadway. I noticed the smell of diesel fuel and the left side of the engine was covered in diesel. After my pickup was towed home I researched the symptom and discovered I wasn't alone with this issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #10453883, filed 2012-04, 42,560 miles“This vehicle has been maintained according to the manual perfectly and in most cases maintenance done before required. On the date above I was driving home and the vehicle lost power. Since I was 2 hours from home I had to have it towed to the local dealer. Their repair order indicates that all 6 injectors, the DPF, crankcase breather filter, thermostat, ox sensor and 2 temp sensors must be replaced. In addition, the entire fuel system needs to be cleaned out including all filters, air and fuel and oil changed and filter. The bottom line is that all this work will cost me $7500. …”
NHTSA complaint #10654660, filed 2014-11, 105,000 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Dodge RAM 3500. While driving 35 MPH, the vehicle began to shake and vibrate. The first time the vehicle was taken to the dealer they replaced the entire fuel system. During the second visit, the dealer stated that there was 26% of water in the fuel. The current mileage was 9,323 and failure mileage was 8,400. Updated 07/12/11”
NHTSA complaint #10215218, filed 2008-01, 8,400 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Dodge RAM 3500. The contact saw a small puddle of fuel while the vehicle was parked. He stated that the fuel is leaking from the fuel tank. The dealer informed him that a rock could have gotten in between the fuel tank and the cradle or that the fuel tank was moving inside the cradle and wore a hole in the tank. There was no warranty on the vehicle; therefore, the contact has to pay for the repair. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 60,225.”
NHTSA complaint #10289471, filed 2009-10, 60,225 miles“2007 Dodge RAM 3500. Consumer writes in regards to warranty claim the consumer stated he would like a written explanation as to how the banks ram cold air intake and the banks tech- cooler intercooler system caused the failure, since that was the basis for his denial of warranty coverage. The consumer was informed the failure was due to vehicle modifications. The consumer stated he has been to the dealer several times, due to fuel starvation issues. The vehicle was said to have been repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #10449812, filed 2012-02Related recalls
- 07V472000Oct 9, 2007On certain cab/chassis pickup trucks equipped with an optional 23 gallon fuel tank, the fuel tank straps were improperly manufactured and could separate. This…Covers: Dodge RAM 3500 2007
Related service bulletins
- 10038104Feb 18, 2011Chrysler group: there are diagnostic enhancements for the fuel system.
- 10033185Aug 25, 2009Dodge: improved fuel tank venting. Vehicles were shipped with a fuel tank vent that under severe conditions, may allow moisture and debris to enter the fuel tank through the…
- 10020946Nov 2, 20065.9l dtc p0191 - fuel pressure sensor rationality. Erase and reprogram the powertrain control module (pcm) with new software.
- 10020542Oct 27, 2006Cummins diesel diagnostics. Applies to vehicles equipped with a 5.9l cummins 24-valve diesel engine.
- 10020918Oct 26, 2006Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0191, fuel pressure sensor rationality.
- 10020498Sep 2, 2006Fuel and fuel filtering requirements for cummins 5.9l and 6.7l engines.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 40 | 11% |
| 2011 | 16 | 7% |
| 2010 | 18 | 12% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 3 | 2% |
| 2007 | 7 | 3% |
| 2006 | 13 | 5% |
| 2005 | 12 | 6% |
| 2004 | 13 | 6% |
| 2003 | 12 | 4% |
| 2002 | 9 | 20% |
| 2001 | 12 | 9% |
| 2000 | 8 | 14% |
| 1999 | 10 | 10% |
| 1998 | 10 | 10% |
| 1997 | 15 | 12% |
| 1996 | 8 | 6% |
| 1995 | 6 | 6% |
| 1994 | 7 | 10% |
Other parts of the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500
88 complaintsAir bags
36 complaintsSuspension
31 complaintsElectrical system
24 complaintsEngine
17 complaintsEngine cooling
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsTires
9 complaintsOther or unknown
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaintsEquipment
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Dodge RAM 3500
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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