I was driving on the highway in the pouring down rain when my windshield wipers stopped working, I could hear the windshield wiper motor still going but the wiper arms would not move. We had pulled off the highway but there was nothing around for miles. We got back on the highway and my son would push the wiper arm down when it had went to his side so we could drive a little further to pull off the freeway in an occupied area. It had stopped raining and as we were driving the engine completely died on us, it would not start back up. My minivan had to be towed from a town over 50 miles from where we live. I had my children in the minivan with me and it was a really terrifying ordeal.
1996 Chrysler Town and Country fuel system problems
177 complaints (19% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 99,000.
- owner complaints
- 177
- of this car's complaints
- 19%
- typical mileage
- 99,000
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 4
Which part fails
- Storage: tank assembly72
- Fuel injection system31
- Delivery: fuel pump20
- Delivery13
- Storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap9
- Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings6
- Fuel injection system: injectors5
- Storage4
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Chrysler Town and Country fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: mini vans built with 3.3l and 3.8l engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. Fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a seal on the vehicle fuel rails to prevent external leakage of fuel from the fuel rail crossover tube, should the existing o-rings continue to degrade. Owner notification began on january 25, 2002. Due to the large quantity of vehicles involved in this campaign, the owner notification will be phased over the next several months. However, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1‑800‑853‑1403.
Recall number 00V268000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: minivans. Fuel can leak from the fuel tank at the interface of the fuel pump module attachment.
- Risk
- If a fuel leak occurs in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump module attaching nut with a nut that includes tighter design tolerances. The sealing o-ring will also be replaced.
Recall number 99V216000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- A static electric charge can build up on the ungrounded metal section of the fuel filler tube.
- Risk
- This condition could cause a spark to occur when fueling the vehicle and possibly ignite the fuel vapors.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a ground strap for the fuel filler tube.
Recall number 96V002000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The fuel tank rollover valve can allow fuel to pass into the vapor canister resulting in the potential for fuel leakage.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage increases the potential for a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler tube with a filler tube that has an additional rollover valve. The associated rollover valve vapor hoses will be rerouted.
Recall number 95V236000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Post collision fuel system
EA99013
Post-collision fuel system integrity
There is no summary currently available
PE99010
What 1996 Chrysler Town and Country owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1996 chrysler town and country. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised the contact that fuel rail needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 00v268000 (fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system). The failure and the current mileages were approximately 230,000.
I have a 1996 chrysler town and country with the 3.8l engine that has had the fuel rail recall done. The recall involved putting a clamp type seal around the fuel rail in two places. These seals have both failed and fuel is actually dripping from one of the seals. I have taken the van to the local dealer for repairs I have not heard yet what they will do to resolve this. My concern is that the repair provided by the recall is not sufficient and will fail again in a short time. This is of grave concern to me for the safety of my family. It appears that a poor design is being repaired by an equally poor fix.
Last week, 17 aug 05, I had to replace the fuel tank on my '96 chrysler t&c [xxx] due to a fatigue crack that was spilling fuel. Chrysler has refused to accept any responsibility since my vehicle is out of warranty. Are there any requirements regarding the longevity and performance of plastic fuel tanks? Other than the obvious safety concerns, the replacement cost exceeded $800. At the time of failure my vehicle had 180,885 original miles and has been meticulously maintained. The location of the crack (top, front, left corner) precludes any accidental impact of the undercarriage. According to the servicing dealer, hayes chrysler, lawrenceville, ga, the defective tank was destroyed per environmental requirements. Please advise if there is a course of action I can take to ameliorate this problem. *jb updated 07/19/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)
1996 chrysler town and country had a split seam on the top side of the gas tank.*mr vehicle had a strong odor of gasoline due to the split. Replaced the gas tank, was charged for new tank and labor. Manufacturer said due to mileage on vehicle, there would be no consideration for reimbursement. *bf
Fuel was leaking from the fuel tank, which could be dangerous because it could cause a fire. Manufacturer was contacted by consumer.
The consumer took her vehicle in to the dealer because the fuel delivery rail was defective. The dealer refused to look at the vehicle because the recall was repaired. There would be a charge to the consumer. The consumer can see the gas leaking when the engine gets cold, the gas was flowing over the engine.
While driving vehicle it simply dies. Usually under load, like passing, with the A/C on. Had vehicle towed. 1st shop replaced coil module and scanned code said mult cyl misfires.2nd shop replaced fuel filter and plugs and wires, third shop replaced fuel pump. This was while I was on vacation.
Consumer took vehicle to the dealer because of a fuel tank leak . Dealer failed to inform the consumer about a recall of fuel pump. Dealer attempted to charge consumer for recall repairs. The vehicle was eventually taken to another dealer, who made the repairs free of charge, per recall order.*ak
The vehicles plastic tank collapsed on the inside. This resulted in incorrect fuel level reading. *nlm the dealer replaced the pump at no charge but the sending unit in the tank has the same reading. The dealer had the fuel tank down, and stated that the tank was sagged, and possibly caused the false reading. Chrysler sent out letters about the problem but when the consumer called the dealer, they stated that this was a manufacturer problem.
Questions about the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country fuel system
Does the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 177 complaints about the fuel system of the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country, 19% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1996 Chrysler Town and Country fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 99,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1996 Chrysler Town and Country fuel system?
Yes, 4 recalls: 00V268000, 99V216000, 96V002000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Chrysler Town and Country have the most fuel system problems?
The Chrysler Town and Country model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1996 (177 complaints), 2011 (110 complaints) and 2005 (95 complaints).
Other 1996 Chrysler Town and Country problems
Engine 154Transmission 146Airbags 123Electrical 120Visibility 75Brakes 73Steering 73Acceleration 66Suspension 38Lights 35Body 33Locks 31Seat belts 17Seats 17Tires 9Wheels 2
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