1998 Dodge RAM Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 24about this part
- Share
- 5%of 483 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 24 complaints about the fuel system of the 1998 Dodge RAM, 5% of the 483 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,000 miles. 2 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.
“While driving 70 MPH vehicle vibrated violently. Then , driver noticed flames coming from the rear of the vehicle. Vehicle was totaled due to severe damage.”
NHTSA complaint #10050533, filed 2003-12, 60,000 miles“Since the 1st pump failed I have seriously diminished power and mileage. After chrysler got involved...they kept throwing parts at it but handed me a lot of stories. Would not send to cummins. Cummins agreed to diagnose the problem after several months of run around with chrysler. Still not resolved.”
NHTSA complaint #700500, filed 1998-11“Fuel line failure caused fuel leakages under vehicle while driving. Vehicle towed to dealer for repairs. The fuel feed line broken between injedctor pump and return fitting. Consumer checking internet, Dodge had a recall for 98 Dodge. But they told him the vehicle missed the recall by 30 days.”
NHTSA complaint #879497, filed 2001-01“Vehicle was set on cruise control going 70 MPH. Vehicle slowed down, and ABS lights/ air bag light/ speedometer went to zero/ gas gauge went to empty, and tank was full. Consumer took it into dealer,and clockspring needed to be replaced. Dealer has not stated if it will be covered.”
NHTSA complaint #893211, filed 2001-07“Fire started while driving up a mountain on vacation. Took to dealership in maine - cause unknown. While driving home from vacation we stopped to get gas. Filled up, and gas started pouring out from top of tank. Towed to sjm auto sales & repair, found out about faulty gas line and melted seals on tank. Chrysler towed to dealership in pennsylvania - sherrock brothers inc. Truck is still there. As of right now they will not pay for repairs.”
NHTSA complaint #750175, filed 2001-08Related recalls
- 98V182000Aug 6, 1998Vehicle description: light duty trucks equipped with either a 8.0l v-10 engine or a 5.9l v-8 heavy duty gasoline engine. An exhaust system heat shield…Covers: Dodge RAM 1998
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 1998 Dodge RAM
113 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
80 complaintsAir bags
66 complaintsElectrical system
48 complaintsEngine cooling
38 complaintsSuspension
31 complaintsSteering
28 complaintsOther or unknown
26 complaintsVehicle speed control
25 complaintsBody and structure
18 complaintsTires
18 complaintsSeat belts
16 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Dodge RAM
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology