Look — Dodge's fuel-system story is well-documented in the NHTSA file, and it ain't pretty. 1,788 complaints across 46 year-model entries from 2005 to 2013. Not a small number. The 2005 Dodge Durango is doing the heavy lifting on this category — about 30% of every fuel-system complaint on Dodge's record points back to that one year-model. 13 fire reports on the federal record — not common in this category but documented and worth weight. Average shop fix runs about $1,200 — not catastrophic, but it adds up over time. Across the 1,464 complaints reporting odometer mileage, the median failure lands at about 62,994 miles. Check the fuel pump access cover for prior work. A vehicle on this list that already had a pump replacement is a vehicle to consider — the work is done.
Dodge fuel system problems
1,788 owner complaints filed with NHTSA against Dodge vehicles for fuel system issues. 6 active recall campaigns. See fuel system across all makes →
Worst-affected Dodge model-years for fuel system Top 25 by complaint volume
Active recalls — Dodge fuel system 8 on file
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A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
On certain vehicles with all wheel drive, the fuel tank straps were improperly manufactured and could separate
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underbody fire.
Certain pickup trucks equipped with 34 gallon fuel tanks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
On certain cab/chassis pickup trucks equipped with an optional 23 gallon fuel tank, the fuel tank straps were improperly manufactured and could separate
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underbody fire.
Chrysler is recalling 18,951 my 2005 Dodge durango vehicles
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 Chrysler 200 and Dodge Avenger vehicles manufactured from October 30, 2012, through November 2, 2012
A broken control valve in the fuel tank assembly may lead to an engine stall or fuel leakage. An engine stall while driving may contribute to a vehicle crash. Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, may result in a fire.
Chrysler is recalling 91 my 2009 sebring and Dodge avenger equipped with 2
This could cause a crash without warning.
On certain sport utility vehicles, the fuel tank filler tube inlet check valve may not fully close at the end of refueling
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Common questions
How many Dodge fuel system complaints are on file with NHTSA?
1,788 complaints across 46 model-year entries from 2005 to 2013. 6 active recall campaigns cover fuel system issues across the Dodge lineup.
Which Dodge model has the most fuel system complaints?
The 2005 Dodge Durango leads with 537 complaints in this category. Next: 2006 Durango (400) and 2006 Charger (182).
What does it cost to fix Dodge fuel system problems?
Independent shops average $1,200 for fuel system repairs across the Dodge lineup. Dealer pricing tends to run twenty to forty percent higher. Specific cost depends on the failure mode and parts availability.
Are there Dodge fuel system recalls?
Yes — 8 active recall campaigns cover fuel system on Dodge vehicles. Recall fixes are free regardless of mileage or warranty status. The list below shows current campaigns with their NHTSA numbers.