1996 Dodge RAM Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 37about this part
- Share
- 6%of 625 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 37 complaints about the fuel system of the 1996 Dodge RAM, 6% of the 625 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“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.”
NHTSA complaint #10070694, filed 2004-01, 32,701 miles“While driving, the vehicle shut down completely. Dealer notified. . It was determined the fuel pump failed which caused the vehicle to stall. Also the rear hazard lights did not work.”
NHTSA complaint #10026742, filed 2003-08, 53,000 miles“Fuel pump went out while setting at a gas station, I shut off the engine, put gas in and the pump must have died right there, this has happened to my fathers truck ( a 1994 Dodge) and a neighbors truck (after 1994 Dodge) also.”
NHTSA complaint #725922, filed 2000-07“The truck smelled of fuel and gradually became difficult to start. Although the smell of diesel fuel is common with these trucks it was gradually covering the underside and the back of the truck with diesel mist. A very difficult inspection determined that the fuel return hose was leaking large amounts of fuel but a split or crack could not be found. When I inquired to the dealer, the mechanic knew right away what it was but suggested that I do the replacement myself since it was not difficult but very time consuming which would be very expensive.. …”
NHTSA complaint #712925, filed 1999-10“While driving the truck applied the brakes and the ABS brakes failed. On 4-3-98, driver applied the brakes and the entire brake system went out, leaving the driver with no brakes. Owner has taken the truck into dealer three times, and they replaced numerous parts, such as the fuel pump, spark plug wire, and etc. The truck still is having brake problems.”
NHTSA complaint #822252, filed 1998-04Related recalls
- 97V199000Nov 13, 1997Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel tank mounted rollover valve can allow liquid fuel to leak onto the…Covers: Dodge RAM 1994–1996
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2 | 7% |
| 2009 | 2 | 22% |
| 2007 | 1 | 6% |
| 2006 | 2 | 8% |
| 2005 | 1 | 3% |
| 2004 | 1 | 2% |
| 2003 | 5 | 9% |
| 2001 | 11 | 3% |
| 2000 | 7 | 5% |
| 1999 | 13 | 4% |
| 1998 | 24 | 5% |
| 1997 | 26 | 7% |
| 1996 | 37 | 6% |
| 1995 | 38 | 6% |
| 1994 | 40 | 9% |
| 1993 | 3 | 6% |
| 1992 | 9 | 16% |
| 1991 | 7 | 14% |
| 1990 | 1 | 4% |
| 1989 | 7 | 25% |
| 1988 | 1 | 5% |
| 1986 | 1 | 6% |
| 1985 | 1 | 10% |
Other parts of the 1996 Dodge RAM
173 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
135 complaintsEngine cooling
57 complaintsSuspension
49 complaintsElectrical system
47 complaintsSteering
43 complaintsAir bags
38 complaintsVehicle speed control
30 complaintsTires
29 complaintsBody and structure
24 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
24 complaintsExterior lighting
18 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1996 Dodge RAM
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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