| Issue ID | 781371 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10323425 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | RAM 3500 |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 22/03/10 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Fuel line ruptured while driving on the interstate at 75 mph. Check engine light came on, but because it was dark driver was unaware of fuel leak until smoke was observed coming from engine. Diesel fuel was spraying all over engine and was leaking down exhaust. Smoke was rolling out of vehicle. Police and fire dept. Responded due to fuel leak. Repair was covered under warranty, except for towing. Parts were replaced by dealer. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 82000 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | VAIL, AZ |
| VIN pattern | 3D7LX38C16GXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | Y |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 70 |
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