2006 Chrysler Pacifica: fuel leak

Filed Jan 4, 2017 · Fuel system · 83,000 miles · CO

Driving home from work a good samaritan pulled me over and advised me the gas was pouring out of my car, called fire department and they plugged leak and I had it towed to dealership. They advised me there was questionable damage to the tank and it didn't look like anything was run over or hit but corner of gas tank was severely damaged, lost 3/4 tank of gas on road. The dealership looked over my vehicle, I called insurance company to report incident. They determined that the gas tank would need to be replaced as well as the fuel neck filler valve and both fuel pumps. I had all the suggested work done and two weeks after having my car back I would notice the tank go from 1/2 tank to empty quickly, no leaking gas so I would try to put in gas and only able to put in 2-3 gallons at a time, it then shoots from empty to half tank back down, back up and down. I took it to the dealership again and they determined instead of the used gas tank a brand new one was necessary. Got my car back on 12/30 immediately went to put gas in since they had to drain tank and once again the same problem happened. I cannot put more than 2-3 gallons in gauge fluctuates between 1/2 tank to empty, ran out of gas on highway car stalled in left lane luckily I was able to get over get it towed where they told me it had gas in it, they put in 2 gallons at the dealership and it started right up. This is a safety concern and am scared to drive around three kids in car if it is going to stall. There seems to be a problem with fuel system. Contacted chrysler and they assigned me a case manager and case number and promised to work with dealership to get car fixed. I have already been without my car 4 times and a total of 5 week since I bought car on 9/07/16. I would love a solution as I love the car.

Filed May 16, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 100,000 miles · CA

Rocker arm failure, requiring replacement on both sides. Searched internet and is a known failure with many pacifica consumers. Responsible car manufacturer should have recalled. Safety hazard primary fuel pump crack on external fuel pump nozzle. External hose connecting primary and secondary fuel pumps original manufacture was ~3-5 cm too short. Hose was stretched to connect fuel pumps, eventually causing the connector nozzle to crack (break) and leak fuel. Hose replacement part has been modified, but owners of original manufacture would never be aware of this until/unless specific service is performed. Result = costly repair to replace both fuel pump and hose.

Filed Sep 21, 2014 · NC

I am filing this complaint after learning of the recent chrysler recall on 9/21/14. My 2006 chrysler pacifica frequently stalls and leaks something. Not sure if it is a fuel leak. All chrysler suvs should be recalled!

Filed Sep 6, 2012 · Electrical, Fuel system · 66,800 miles · TX

Engine light came on, then the gascap light came on. Was time for inspection and naturally it failed. Immediately took it to repair shop, they checked it over and just replaced the gascap. All lights were off so took it back for inspection. It passed amazingly. Later that day, the gascap light came back on. Drove a number of months with light on knowing it was a new gascap and it needed a smoke test to find the leak. Had alternator replaced and also a new right side fuel pump with the fuel hose from vent on primary to fuel pump vent nipple on other side. They were amazed that I hadn't smelled fuel leaking. Also amazed there was no fire. This is a serious fault and needs to be addressed by chrysler after reading all the other same problems. Please chrysler, do the right thing!!

Filed Mar 18, 2008 · Fuel system · HI

My wife and I had our 2006 chrysler pacifica shipped from charleston, sc to honolulu, hi. We noticed a gasoline smell after we received the car. The shipping company said it was no fault of their own and the dodge dealership said it wasn't covered under the warranty. The dodge dealership said that the fuel tank had impact damage and would have to replace the fuel tank for $1096. That's a lot of money to me. Regardless, after reading that the investigation was no longer in effect I was dishearten. We can not drive the car in the condition it is in. I wouldn't allow my wife or child to get into a car with a gas leak. I hope this helps reopen or continue the investigation.