DODGE RAM 1999: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 99V034000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| DODGE | RAM | 1999 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 1999-03-22 | 1999-02-24 | 1999-02-25 |
Production Dates: 1998-09-15 - 1999-02-15
Manufacturers Involved: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC)
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 822
Component: FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 45
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: VANS EQUIPPED WITH COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS "CNG" FUEL TANKS. INCORRECT FUEL TANK STRAPS WERE INSTALLED ON THE SMALL FUEL TANK. AS A RESULT, THE FUEL TANK MAY NOT BE SECURELY ATTACHED TO THE VEHICLE.
THE FUEL TANK COULD MOVE INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION.
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MOUNTING STRAPS FOR THE SMALL FUEL TANK.
OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 22, 1999. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHRYSLER AT 1-800-992-1997.ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT '1-888-327-4236'.
