Car stalls while driving. Seems more prevalent when backing up, turning a corner or slowing down, yet has also happened at high speeds on freeway. When it stalls, the steering wheel locks, and does not gain control until the car is restarted. Almost $1000 of repairs to try and fix the problem.
1996 Chrysler Town and Country fuel system complaints
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The VIN for this vehicle is: [xxx] car suffered fuel line breakage after driving through a large puddle. Was towed to o'hara chrysler-plymouth dealer(clinton, mi) for repairs, which the fuel line damage was determined. Inquired with the service rep, [xxx], as to why since owning the vehicle. The maximum tank fill-up was 13.0 - 13.4 gallons, whereas the service manual states 18 gallons. "[xxx]" stated that there was a tendency of the tank to bow-in, that would either reduce the fuel sensor accuracy or reduce the volume. A new tank carried a different part number than the original. Since this vehicle was assembled on january 11, 1996 and there is a the federal safety agency technical service bulletin #140895 issued on january 1, 1996. Am I covered by this and was I charged for a known defect? I had brought the tsb number to the service manager [xxx], who indicated that the tsb number was something he was not familiar with and did not meet d-c recall three digit numbers. *nlm information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
The vehicle leaked fuel from underneath the vehicle. *nlm.
The van experienced a leak at the gas tank, which had worsen over time. The dealership was unable to fix problem. *jb
The fuel injection rail leaked gas.
Warped gas tank condition. When filling tank, gas will leak from seam on tank top, and run on ground. Ph
Prior to receiving a recall regarding the installation of seals on the fuel rail, consumer had already paid for the repairs, however the manufacturer is requesting additional information and the consumer feels this is an attempt to get out of paying reimbursement.
Consumer could smell gasoline around the left side of the vehicle on the outside. Please provide any further information. Ts
Consumer states vehicle caught fire while driving. Dlr determined that fuel leakage from o-ring seals ignited. Ts
Consumer smelled gas, dealer found that fuel was leaking from the vent seal at the top of the tank, dealer replaced fuel tank, the consumer is requesting reimbursement for this repair since it appears to be safety related. Nlm
Consumer states when putting fuel in tank it leaks from the top of fuel tank. Mr
Consumer states vehicle is experiencing a small gas leak, there would be small drips left on the parking lot ground, eventually it became worse and consumer was only able to fill tank 3/4 full.
While driving at any speed and with no warning fuel tank had cracked, causing fluid to leak out. Consumer will have to refill tank more then usual. Dealer notified.
While driving the fuel tank seams and fuel line cracked resulting in the fuel leaking, the dealer was notified.*ak
Welding on gas tank cracked, and vehicle started to leak some fuel. Contacted dealer, and the dealer replaced the tank.
Fuel leaking from gas tank. Took vehicle to chrysler dealer to be checked. Was advised that fuel tank was leaking at a seam. This vehicle had an earlier recall concerning fuel leaking where the fuel pump was mounted to the tank. Repairs were made according to the recall. It seems that a fuel tank should not just start leaking for no apparent reason (there was no physical damage to the fuel tank). The tank is to be replaced by the local chrysler dealer for a sum of $700 plus. This is a very serious safety issue in which a fire could easily occur. If this is a common occurence, it should be taken care of by the chrysler corporation. Thank you for your time and consideration in this matter.
Fuel line is leaking, resulting low fuel level after pumping. Dealer has been notified.
While at the dealer have another fuel system related recall done the consumer informed the technician that she noticed a small leak coming form the fuel tank, but ir only occurred when the consumer fill the tank up. The consumer was hoping that the recall was going to correct the problem. Upon inspection the technician informed the consumer that the leak was coming from the tank. The consumer found out that the tank is made of plastic and sits low to the ground. The clearance between the tank and the ground is about 18 inches. *yh
The fuel tank has compressed due to fuel leakage. The dealer refused to do recall 99v216000 because of this problem.*jb
The federal safety agency recall 00v268000/manufacturer's recall 895; o-rings have been replaced 3 times and still continue to leak. Manufacturer was notified. *ak the o-rings and lock nut on the tank has been replaced 3 times within 3 weeks, the leak still continued, service manager stated that the fuel tank itself was defective and that the threaded neck had elongated, consumer had the tank replaced at his expense, chrysler paid for half of the repairs.
Consumer states fuel is leaking from the top of the fuel tank, dealer notifed.
The federal safety agency recall00v268000/manufacturer's recall 895. Got recall, and had vehicle repaired. Went to dealership to pick up vehicle. Started vehicle and engine idling very roughly, vehicle would also misfire. Talked to dealer about vehicle not running properly, dealer indicated not at fault or responsible. When starting to drive, vehicle stalled. Vehicle taken to mechanic who indicated wires were disconnected from main computer in vehicle. Had repaired. *ak consumer adds repairs made involved reconnecting the main computer wire harness located 3 inches away from the installed fuel rails. The harness had been accidentally jiggled loose during the installation.
While driving, vehicle caught on fire and was destroyed, consumer later received recall 00v268, the day prior to the fire, the consumer complained of high rpms while driving 40 MPH.
Inside sidewall on left front wheel suddenly split away. On four different occasions while driving the transmission suddenly downshipt without any warning to a lower gear causing the speed of the car to immediately drop from 65-70 MPH to 50mph or less and on other occassion the transmission lockup, problem diagnosed as relay control for TCM, replaced, to no avail. Transmission leaks oil and other fluid, replace shat seal,gasket and resealed pan. Replace fuel gas tank to achieve reliable fuel gauge measurement. Steering locks up especially on hard left turn, replace rack and pinion.
Consumer received manufacturer's recall notice 895 for fuel rail. Dealership is crossroad chrysler plymouth I 240 service road(walker and santa fe) 405 631 0303 ext ##121 tom. No repair pars were available.
Fuel was leaking from the fuel rail causing fuel fumes to enter passenger compartment. A recall has been issued on the vehicle.*ak while driving, the fumes continued to come into the vehicle. Took the vehicle to the dealer and found that the fuel rail was leaking
The federal safety agency recall # 00v268000/manufacturer's recall 895. Got recall notice, made an appointment with dealer. Dealer stated will hold part for vehicle. Took vehicle to dealer who did not have part. Has to wait another three weeks to get part.*ak
I have had this van worked on due to recalls 3 times and with the latest recall # 895, I also have a complaint about the fuel tank leaking from the top in checking other customer complaints , it appears that there at least 50 or more such complaints . Something needs to be done before someone gets seriously injured.
Mechanic found fuel leaking. Checked hood and engine was flooded with fuel. *jg
Brakes squeaked, transmission slips out of gear when coming to a stop and the transmission pump is leaking, sometime do not shift into high gear, inspect engine and discovered excessive dripping from the vicinity of the fuel injection system. Intake manifold gasket was leaking/repaired.
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