Consumer was at the gasoline station when he filled up gasoline tank. Gasoline was leaking from bottom of tank. This has happened more than one occasion. Also, there has been gasoline smells coming inside of vehicle. Dealership is aware of problem.
1997 Dodge Caravan fuel system complaints
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I have been seeking information regarding id # 00v26800, numerous e mails to daimler chrysler have resulted in frustration, ref#8309811 ticket# 207346,I can't get them to answer questions regarding my vehicle, they say it is out of warranty! They say there was no media notification! It was in the USA today!I asked who determines what vans will be recalled and they don't answer. The recall clearly says 1995-1999. Can you please help?
While using air conditioner it stopped without a warning of any electrical problem. *ak A/C was replaced on warranty. The struts were leaking. The fuel sensor system failed prematurely and was replaced.
Could you please tell me if recall of fuel injectors has been done ?
Engine had leaking seals which caused exhaust manifold to leak. Fumes would come from blower (defroster) when it was turned on. There was an electrical short in engine. Also, windshield wipers were erratic & would come on or off by themselves, and having a lot of problems with starter. *ak gasoline leaks from the tank due to the seal failure. Inside door panel on drivers side is broken.
Fuel injection delivery system leaks fuel from some of the sealing o-ring or from hair line cracks in thermostat fuel injection rail. *ak the o-rings had ruptured on the fuel injection rail causing the fuel to run on to the valve covers and manifolds.
Driving along and the windshield wipers come on without notice. Also numerous times having to change out the fuel injection electrical parts. All of these have been told to us that they were not covered by the warranty. We have been told that there was a recall of the master electrical system under the hood of this model of car but we have never received any information of this situation. Please notify us if such a recal exists. We would be very appreciative of this information. We are affraid that it will cause the car to have an elecrical fire.
I feel this vehicle should have a recall on some of the problems it has. They are defenitely a major factor in safety. I hope these problems are fixed in the newer modles because most people purchase mini-vans for their family or company vehicle. Therefore, this particular vehicle I feel could probably fall under the lemon law. Or, manufactors are just making a big profit and are not considering the safety of their drivers. I would like to see them put their family in a vehicle with the problems mine has and quarantee their safety.
Fuel tank leaking gasoline near left rear tire.
While traveling down the highway at 55 MPH driver was trying to swerve due to a piece of metal on the road. In doing so, the metal was run over with the tire and struck the fuel tank, puncturing a whole and causing a leak. The dealer has been contacted.
Consumer can smell fumes getting into the vehicle when the gas tank is full. Vehicle has been into the shop for service, and they can't determine the problem.
I have a 1997 dodge caravan that I purchased new in june of 1997. I have had my van to the dealership (roberts dodge) in meriden approx. 6 times for a noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. So far they have added extra padding to quiet the noise, replaced the gas tank, and replaced the rear shocks. To me this sounds like they admit to have known about a problem. I brought a mechanic for a ride on 11/12/98 to show him the noise is still there, he admitted to hereing the noise and they contacted chrysler. The service man (bob) called me back after he heard from chrysler and told me that they have done all they can do for me but I still have the problem. I also found this bulletin: service bulletin number: 14-09-96 bulletin sequence number: 158 date of bulletin: 9609 the federal safety agency item number: sb049112 make: dodge truck model: caravan year: 1997 component: structure:frame:members and body summary: 'thud/thump' sound when accelerating from a stop &/or when stopping quickly.
Car only gets 12 miles per gallon--advertises 20 to 25 mpg.
Vehicle leaks fuel while driving. Owner notes problem has been corrected 4 different times, but problem returns. Cause unknown. *ak consumer states that problem began at 55 miles when the service engine soon light illuminated, dealer stated vehicle was fixed, however engine light illuminated 30 miles later, dealer replace the fuel tank, problem occurred again and dealer replaced the o-ring and holding nut, problem still exists. Left side door glass was bowed. Unusual noise occurs when vehicle shifts from park to reverse, neutral to reverse, and neutral to drive, dealer stated this was normal. Oil pan bent, dealer replaced.
Fuel leak from the gasoline tank, replace fuel pump level unit, gasket, o ring.
Noise caused by fluid motion in the fuel tank , thud/thump sound when accelerating from a stop and/or when stopping.
Gas moves violently in the gas tank upon initial acceleration.
Grommett split during van conversion, causing fuel leak.
Fuel tank leakage while parked in garage, could smell gasoline. First time dealer replaced gas tank, second time, gas leaked onto garage floor and dealer replaced fuel pump.
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