Recall 98V-207: 1998 Dodge RAM

CHRYSLER CORPORATION recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Sep 8, 1998, covering about 25,014 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-207
Report date
Sep 8, 1998
Vehicles affected
25,014
Owners notified
Sep 14, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with 5.9l - 24 valve diesel engine. The low pressure diesel fuel supply tube located in the engine compartment between the filter and the high pressure pump can fracture.

The risk

This condition can allow fuel to leak. In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage can result in a fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the low pressure diesel fuel supply tube.

Notes

Owner notification is expected to begin september 14, 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 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerCHRYSLER CORPORATION
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V207000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Dodge RAM1998All 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 98V-207?

Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with 5.9l - 24 valve diesel engine. The low pressure diesel fuel supply tube located in the engine compartment between the filter and the high pressure pump can fracture.

How is recall 98V-207 fixed?

Dealers will replace the low pressure diesel fuel supply tube.

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.