Component

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

77 NHTSA complaints about fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump issues across 17 makes and 38 models.

The fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 77 filings from 17 manufacturers and 38 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.

Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 0 crashes, 1 fire, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the RAM 1500 with 9 filings, followed by FORD F-250 and JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.

Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.

77
Complaints
38
Models Affected
0
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 RAM 1500 9
2 FORD F-250 8
3 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 7
4 FORD F-350 6
5 BMW 328D 5
6 RAM 3500 3
7 RAM 2500 3
8 FORD TAURUS 2
9 FORD F-550 2
10 FORD ESCAPE 2
11 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 2
12 BMW X5 2
13 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1
14 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 1
15 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 1
16 SUBARU LEGACY 1
17 PETERBILT 587 1
18 MAZDA MAZDA3 1
19 MAZDA CX-5 1
20 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT 1
21 KIA OPTIMA 1
22 KENWORTH T680 1
23 JEEP GLADIATOR 1
24 HYUNDAI TUCSON 1
25 HYUNDAI ELANTRA 1
26 HONDA PILOT 1
27 HONDA PASSPORT 1
28 HONDA CR-V 1
29 HONDA ACCORD 1
30 GMC SIERRA 2500 1

Recent Complaints

2019 FORD ESCAPE

See attached document for complaint.

2024 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated, and the transmission failed to properly shift. The vehicle was taken t

2011 HYUNDAI TUCSON

I purchased a brand new fuel pump on 2-28-24 after car died on freeway. Mission Hills Hyundai diagnosed as pump not turning on, so recommended replacing fuel pump assembly. On [XXX] car wouldn’t s

2020 HYUNDAI ELANTRA

Fuel pump keeps on failing I replaced it 3 time.

2016 FORD F-250

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the

2015 RAM 1500

The contact owns a 2015 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the vehicle had failed to start. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with an unknown failure. The vehicle

2021 JEEP GLADIATOR

The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle would hesitate to start. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was ta

2021 HONDA ACCORD

There is a current recall on my vehicles make and model for the fuel system but my vin is showing as not affected and am currently experiencing issues.

2017 FORD F-350

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an indepen

2020 FORD F-550

The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-550. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The lo

2012 PETERBILT 587

The contact owns a 2012 Peterbilt 587. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was unaware of a warning light being illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side o

2022 FORD F-550 SD

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-550 SD. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 60 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power, with the check engine warning light illuminat

2014 FORD F-550

The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-550. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 55 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The messages "Engine Power Reduced” and “Low Fuel" w

2017 FORD F-350

The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 70-74 MPH, the message "Loss of Power" was displayed, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the

2016 RAM 1500

The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the

2015 BMW X3

The contact owns a 2015 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving on the interstate at an undisclosed speed and attempting to make a right turn onto the exit, the transmission unexpectedly shifted into

2016 FORD F-250

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the reduced power warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact drifted over t

2020 FORD F-350

The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled and experienced loss of power steering functionality and reduced braking functionality, causing the veh

2019 FORD F-250

The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power temporarily and made an abnormal sound. The contact stated that the vehicle then stalled. The

2015 FORD ESCAPE

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, when the accelerator pedal was depressed there was an abnormal sound and the vehicle independently shut down. The check

Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints involve fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump issues?
The NHTSA has received 77 complaints about fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump problems across 38 vehicle models from 17 manufacturers.
How dangerous are fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump defects?
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP issues have been linked to 0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths according to NHTSA complaint data.
Which vehicles have the most fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump problems?
The most complained-about vehicle for fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump issues is the RAM 1500 with 9 complaints.
Where does PlainCars get its safety data?
All vehicle safety data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database, which collects reports from vehicle owners about safety-related defects.

Data Sources

Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.

Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.

Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.

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