Problems with 1997 Dodge 2500 pickup. The consumer noticed a fuel smell, he left the vehicle at idle and discovered fuel on the ground. The consumer discovered two metal elbows one was attached to the sending unit located on top of the fuel tank and the other was attached to the fuel line, the second elbow developed a cracked and leaked which was caused by salt material used on the highways. The consumer had to purchase the entire sending unit just to replace the two metal elbows.

- Merrill, WI, USA

The metal tanks straps were warp causing the fuel tank to fall to the ground. Please furnish additional information dealer is aware of the problem.

- Sioux Falls, SD, USA

While driving down driveway heard as loud noise. Consumer got out of vehicle, and notice a trail of fuel on ground. Fuel tank had dropped under vehicle. Dealer has been contacted.

- San Luis Obispo, CA, USA

One of the straps that hold the tank up to vehicle broke and caused rear of tank to hang down. Consumer could hear metal shield of driveline hitting grond.

- Broadus, MT, USA

Dodge said their is a problem with the gas tank but would not repair it and the same goes with the air conditioning, they said there is a problem with the air system and I have researched this with several owners and mechanics but they again will not fix this.

- Bokeelia, FL, USA

When filling tank up fuel guage red empty although 50 miles later there was still gas in tank. Dealer said sending unit was stuck.

- Westport, MA, USA

Fuel guage was inoperable and misread amount of fuel in vehicle. Dealer has been notified.

- Sandwhich, IL, USA

Fuel level according to gauge drops to below empty after 50 to 100 miles. Fuel light comes on when tank is 80% full. Have talked to several owners of like trucks that have the same problem.

- Helena, AL, USA

Rear retainer strap that holds the fuel tank broke, causing fuel tank to drop, which may cause an accident.

- Rio, NV, USA