The contact owns a 2013 ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 mph, the fuel appeared to be emptying quickly. The contact stated that while walking to the vehicle, the contact observed that the gas tank was hanging out of the truck and extremely close to the ground. The gas tank was tied in place with a tie-down strap and taken back to the contact's residence. The contact stated that the vehicle was stopped frequently to confirm that the gas tank was secured. The contact was concerned that the tank would detach again and cause a fire. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact discovered an unknown extended warranty however, the vehicle was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 115,000.
| VIN Pattern | 1C6RR7LT*DS****** |
| Drive Type | 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | Class 2E: 6,001 - 7,000 lb (2,722 - 3,175 kg) |
| Manufacturer | FCA US LLC |
| Make | RAM |
| Model | 1500 |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| Trim | SLT |
| Body Cab Type | Crew/Super Crew/Crew Max |
| Body Class | Pickup |
| Vehicle Type | TRUCK |
| Engine Displacement (L) | 5.7 |
| Engine Displacement (CC) | 5700 |
| Engine Displacement (CI) | 347.835 |
| Other Engine Info | Sales Code: EZC,EZH |
| Primary Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Brake System Type | Hydraulic |
| Front Air Bags | 1st Row (Driver and Passenger) |
| Side Air Bag | All Rows |
| Seat Belts | Manual |
| Other Restraint System Info | Active Seat Belt |
| Plant Company Name | Warren Truck Assembly |
| Plant City | WARREN |
| Plant State | MICHIGAN |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |