1998 Dodge Caravan fuel system problems

Filed Jul 26, 2011 · Fuel system · 130,000 miles · WI · fire

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge caravan. The contact stated that a fire began on top of the fuel tank after refueling and the vehicle exploded. The contact was able to exit the vehicle prior to the explosion and stated that there were no fuel system failures prior to the explosion. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Jun 2, 2010 · Fuel system · 80,000 miles · PR · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 1998 dodge grand caravan. While the vehicle was parked, it suddenly caught fire. The fire began under the hood. A fire report was filed. Only the engine was destroyed but the vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The contact was informed by the dealer that the vehicle was not included in recall 00v268000 (fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system). The VIN was unavailable when the complaint was filed. The current and failure mileages were approximately 80,000.

Filed May 24, 2006 · Fuel system · 102,000 miles · FL

Dt*: the contact stated after refueling, the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where it was determined the fuel pump detached, fell into the tank assembly and needs to be replaced.

Filed Mar 17, 2005 · Fuel system · 44,000 miles · IL

Gas leak at the top, before the overflow when filling. Have a shop checked, thinking there was a leak in the gas tank. The shop found no leak. Brought to local dealer to find if there is or was any recall that I missed. Dealer said that thre is none and if I want it fix I have to pay for it. I strongly recommend a recall.

Filed Jan 21, 2005 · Fuel system · 56,000 miles · PA

A mechanic informed the consumer that they should not put a full tank of gas in the car and should only fill half a tank. When the tank was full this would cause a leak/rust. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Please provide more information.

Filed Nov 12, 2004 · Brakes, Fuel system · 148,500 miles · TX

Vehicle was leaking fuel. It was discovered when the consumer smelled gas. Consumer made contact with the manufacturer, and h was told that vehicle was not included in 03e450000, 03e530000, and 00v268000.

Filed Sep 28, 2004 · Fuel system · 61,773 miles · CT

The consumer smelled a strong odor of gasoline while standing near the vehicle. Upon arriving to work the odor became stronger. The consumer looked under the vehicle and found that the gasoline was leaking from the fuel tank. There was a recall for an earlier model of this vehicle.

Filed Sep 17, 2004 · Fuel system · 11,600 miles · LA · fire

1998 dodge caravan, VIN [xxx]. I was driving in town and started to smell gasoline. I pulled over to a gas station and the van caught fire. I called the fire dept and they put it out. The van is still sitting at my house. The plastic, hoses, and belts are melted. I have called daimler/chrysler and logged a complaint. # [xxx] because my VIN is not on the recall list for; fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system. *ak updated 07/25/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Apr 20, 2004 · Fuel system · PA

When the fuel tank is full a gasoline odor enters the passenger cabin of the vehicle, and gasoline leaks under the vehicle. The fuel tank seal was replaced, but the problem still exists. *ak when consumer went back to the dealer, they suggested to replace the fuel tank because the collar on top of the tank shaped like an egg instead of the circular shape; however, consumer refused because he believed that it was manufacturer's defect.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Fuel system · 59,000 miles · GA

5 batteries since purchased new. Three were noted as having leaked battery acid. In may/june 2003, the wiring harnesses (main ones) had been eaten by battery acid causing all sorts of electrical problems. The harnesses are routed under the battery pan. Stupid placement. Dealer spliced wires together to get it running at his cost, at my insistence. Van continues to start inconsistently. Horn doesn't work since dealer spliced wires. Turn ignition key - click, repeat 10-20 times, starter will catch on one. Design defect is routing of harnesses and lack of shield to protect them.