Recall 97V-199: 1994–1996 Dodge RAM
CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Nov 13, 1997, covering about 497,000 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel tank mounted rollover valve can allow liquid fuel to leak onto the ground under certain vehicle operating conditions.
The risk
Fuel leakage could result in a fire if an ignition source was present.
The fix
Dealers will replace the fuel tank rollover valve with a float type rollover valve.
Notes
Owner notification began april 6, 1998. 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 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | CHRYSLER CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V199000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Dodge RAM | 1994, 1995, 1996 | All 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 97V-199?
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines. The fuel tank mounted rollover valve can allow liquid fuel to leak onto the ground under certain vehicle operating conditions.
How is recall 97V-199 fixed?
Dealers will replace the fuel tank rollover valve with a float type rollover valve.
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.