NHTSA Recall 17V434000: Tank assembly (fuel system)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 4 vehicles. It affects 2017 RAM 1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 17V434000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | T45 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | July 7, 2017 |
| Owner notification | August 10, 2017 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
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 risk
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 17V434000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| RAM 1500 | 2017 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.