The problem
Vehicle description: light duty pickup trucks equipped with 5.9l - 24 valve diesel engine. The low pressure diesel fuel supply tube located in the engine compartment between the filter and the high pressure pump can fracture.
The risk
This condition can allow fuel to leak. In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage can result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the low pressure diesel fuel supply tube.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 98V-207 (98V207000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) |
| Component | Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Report date | September 8, 1998 |
| Owners notified | September 14, 1998 |
| Vehicles affected | 25,014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the engine & cooling
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 98V-207 repair free?
Yes. Dodge dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the low pressure diesel fuel supply tube.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 25,014 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.