Front fuel tank strap bracket may corrode
Defect Summary
Chrysler (fca us llc) is recalling certain 2009-2012 dodge ram 1500 trucks currently, or ever registered, in connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia. exposure to environmental conditions such as water mixed with road salt may cause the front fuel tank strap frame "t-slot" bracket to corrode, possibly causing the fuel tank to drop and make contact with the ground.
Safety Consequence
If the fuel tank were to drop and contact the ground, a fuel leak may result. additionally, in the event of a crash, the fuel tank may not remain secured to the vehicle, possibly causing a fuel leak. a fuel leak in the presence in an ignition source, can increase the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Chrysler will notify owners and dealers will bolt a bracket reinforcement to the frame, free of charge. the recall began may 2, 2018. owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u04.
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FAQ: Recall 18V160000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 18V160000?
NHTSA recall 18V160000 was issued by Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) on March 8, 2018. It addresses: Front fuel tank strap bracket may corrode. The recall affects approximately 218,617 vehicles, with the defect involving the Fuel System, Gasoline component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Chrysler (fca Us, Llc) dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 18V160000 or the manufacturer campaign number U04. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.