Recall 17V434000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Ram 1500 trucks. The fuel tanks in the affected vehicles may have a broken fuel tank control valve which might leak fuel if the vehicle were to become inverted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a rollover crash, leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks, free of charge. The recall began on August 10, 2017. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is T45.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | RAM | 1500 |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.