Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 13V038000 (Power Train), 18V160000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), and 17V821000 (Power Train). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear axle pinion holding the rear drive shaft loosened. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer declined to honor the recall repairs due to the age of the vehicle and possible liability issues. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 183,000.
took the vehicle to the dealer on 2/27/25 on invoice # chcs169951 and they have refused to fix the issue. i was given a proof of correction paper without doing any or the work and told that they are no responsible to fix the issue because it is an older vehicle. I have been trying to register the vehicle but am unable to because it will not pass the brake and light inspection. I was told that it would take 2-3 weeks to update the system and has now been close to 2 months and still no update.
2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Hemi traveling at highway speed when instantly the gauge cluster started acting erratic. First the tire pressure display said that different tires were showing a multitude of different pressures the gas gauge started flickering between full and empty as well as the stop working of the speedometer and tachometer air-conditioned, power steering and continual windshield wiper on even though they were off at the switch. Radio intermittently on and off and ABS and airbag light on and off intermittently. All four windows fail to operate and interior lighting will not come on. Gauge function fluctuates every couple second.
I was driving home christmas day 2014. Truck just shut off in middle of road and came to a rest. I did manage to restart it and when I did I received all kinds of error lights. Then truck shut down again. Had it towed to garage and mechanic determined it was a bad fuel pump. Now all the warning lights stay on and will not reset. Serv 4wd light. Trac control light. Reverse assistance sensors are inoperative. The fuel cap light. ABS light. Two TPMS lights. EPS system light. Cruise control does not work.... And truck constantly shuts off while driving. I have replaced ABS sensor and fuel cap but to no avail. Please help.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Ram 1500. While driving 65 MPH, the contact started to smell fuel fumes inside the vehicle. Through the rearview mirror, he also noticed smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the 4wd warning indicator was illuminated. The contact pulled over, exited the vehicle, and noticed smoke and a fuel leak on the rear tires. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear axle and rear wheel seal needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The failure mileage was 150,792.
Date complaint filed: 03/03/2014 component(s): fuel system, gasoline date of incident: 01/15/2014 NHTSA id number: 10566905 I have the same exact problem as the complaint listed above. I have had three events of gas spewing out after the pump clicks off. The most recent prompted me to take my truck to the local Dodge dealer and they replaced the fuel filler tube and vapor canister. The dealer clearly states in the receipt for the work that if this doesn't correct the problem the gas tank will have to be replaced.
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Ram 1500. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the fuel tank straps detached from the fuel tank and caused it to hang slightly from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank straps were completely rusted and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 81,871. ...updated 11/01/16 ..updated 09/25/17
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Ram 1500. While driving 65 MPH over a wooden plank, the contact heard a bump sound. The contact noticed a severe leak from the plastic fuel tank while the vehicle was being refueled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank had a big hole and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 55,000.
During fuel fill gas will overflow out the fuel tank after the gas nozzle clicks off. This leaves a large puddle of gas on the ground and all over the side of the truck and if I was standing near the nozzle I would be full of gas on my clothing. This happens at every fill up no matter the gas station. Seen dozens of on-line information including you tube videos of exact same issue with other same year model trucks.
Driver's side exhaust manifold cracked and broken studs/bolts at head. Passenger side exhaust manifold cracked and broken studs/bolts. Both gaskets leaking allowing gas and exhaust fumes into quad cab. I am sure this is not healthy. This is 5.7 l Hemi engine v8
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Mounting
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…
Remedy: 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.
Fuel System complaints in other Ram 1500 years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2010 Dodge Ram 1500?
NHTSA has 39 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2010 Dodge Ram 1500, 8% of the model year's 488 complaints. The component named most often is storage › tank assembly (2 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 fuel system problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 18V-160 (mounting, Mar 8, 2018). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 55,000 miles, and 12% before 25,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.