1996 Dodge Caravan: wrong fuel gauge reading

7 of the 1,394 complaints about the 1996 Dodge Caravan describe wrong fuel gauge reading.

owner complaints: 7
of this car's complaints: 1%
recalls: 4

Is there a fix? There are 4 recalls for this area of the car. See below

Wrong fuel gauge reading by model year

2010
1
2009
1
2008
1
2005
2
2004
2
2003
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2002
2
2001
4
2000
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1999
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1998
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1997
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1996
7
1995
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1994
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1993
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1991
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What owners say

Filed Apr 12, 2009 · Acceleration, Electrical · 18,000 miles · IA

Bcm-1, (warranty) loss of dash functions 1996: bcm-2 estimate $1200 replaced chrysler p/n p4686727 lost 95,000 mile odometer for a working bcm from junkyard (2001), bcm-3, lost fuel gauge and speedometer bcm from junkyard fixed p/n p46867(2006) bad windshield replacement leaks water into cabin, bcm-3, failed again currently no wipers, not able to find a 1996/1997 bcm only 1998 plymouth voyager bcm p/n p04801062ae. Will try to validate compatibility tonight. Adel chrysler estimate $1,400 plus labor. Already gave them $742 for tune up and trouble shooting what they said was a bad multi-switch ($110) did not fix and no discount for not knowing how to diagnose a problem properly. Their number is 515‑993‑4587 cory (karl is the service manager-owner's son).

Filed Jun 20, 2001 · Electrical · NJ

Problem has been on going since 1998... Till present ... Modular has been replaced 4 times ... And dash board keeps going out ... The odometer, millage, speedodmeter, gas gauge, millage numbers go out, lights for park, nuetral, drive, low, etc, go out, (while driving, or when you shut vechile off or when you start it) windshield wipers go on spontaniously,parts have been replaced 3 times now ,, and this time have been told that they don't know how to fix the problem.

Filed Sep 26, 2000 · Airbags, Engine · AZ

Airbag light stays on. Also, fuel gauge/ odometer/ temperature gauge do not work, and windshield wipers come on intermittenly.

Filed Jul 14, 2000 · Fuel system · AL

Gas gauge does not register the correct amount of gas. When the needle shows half a tank, tank is really empty. This problem caused driver to run out of gas. Problem was reported to the dealership. Problem has not been corrected. *ak

Filed Aug 22, 1999 · Body, Brakes · AZ

Integrated child seat wont retract when pulled out. Weatherstripping on drivers door fell off found out the drivers door was not aligned properly. Constant belt noise especially during wet conditions. Dealer must repeatedly tighten them. Brakes pulsate when applying them. Replaced numerous components on rear brakes. Fuel tank would not read fuel level correctly. Dealer had to replace fuel tank, fuel pump, and other components and said the fuel tank was bowed. Dual sliding doors have to be repeatedly adjusted because they become difficult to slide. Driver's side window regulator broke for no apparent reason. Right rear child safety seat had hole in the buckle. Replaced battery once.installed child safety belt extensions due to recall. Van is now back in shop for unknown problems, will not start.

Filed Jun 29, 1999 · Brakes, Engine · MN

Gas gauge inside fuel tank failed, replacement failed also. Mjs

Filed Jul 18, 1996 · Fuel system · CA

Fuel is leaking from the fuel sending unit.

Related recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection systemReported September 13, 2000 · 1,163,000 vehicles affected

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 pumpReported August 9, 1999 · 635,469 vehicles affected

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 capReported January 16, 1996 · 265,000 vehicles affected

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 fittingsReported December 8, 1995 · 80,000 vehicles affected

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

Questions about the 1996 Dodge Caravan fuel gauge

Is wrong fuel gauge reading a common problem on the 1996 Dodge Caravan?

7 of 1,394 owner complaints about the 1996 Dodge Caravan (1%) mention wrong fuel gauge reading. The model year with the most reports is 1996.

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