While the vehicle was parked, fluid was leaking from underneath the vehicle. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and the mechanic determined that the fuel pump needed to be replaced, and replaced it. However, the problem recurred. *ak the time belt cover was a problem.
1996 Dodge Grand Caravan: fuel pump failure
25 of the 1,146 complaints about the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan describe fuel pump failure.
- owner complaints
- 25
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- recalls
- 4
Is there a fix? There are 4 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Fuel pump failure by model year
What owners say
The meter read less than half a tank of gas, the van ran out of gas, then the engine stalled. The consumer started the vehicle and began to drive when soon after the check engine light illuminated. The consumer was told the problem was a misfired cylinder, the fuel fuel pump was buried inside the gas tank, and when the fuel level dropped below the fuel pump, the pump heated up and sucked in air instead of the gasoline. *scc
My husband would be driving and out of nowhere the vehicle shuts off. Everything on the dash went out. About 2 to 3 seconds later it came back on but barely working. The car behind us almost hit us. When the car re-started the dash lights were flickering and the instruments were not reading right. Ontop of that we could not turn the air or radio or anything else because it made the problem worse. Prior to this it happen to my husband twice on the same day. In march we took it to the dealership and told them the problem we have been having on top of other issues. We only had this mini van for a year and we already had to repair the air conditioner 2x , fuel pump because it was leaking, the first time they could not find the prombem and said it was an overfill of gas, second time they found the problem and fixed it. Also out of pocket for brakes, and rotor. We were hoping for some kind of exchange for this. During the year we had this mini van the dealership change hands again. Now the current owner is getting complaints from customers who purchase a vehicle from there last year, per our conversation with the sales manager. They had to re-run our credit and take all our personal information all over again. Next morning I was told that the bank /lender wants $2500.00 upfront as good faith, because we still owe on the vehicle. Like I said earlier the car is finace for 5 years. Also the part that is needed cost anywhere between $385 to 209 approx. And labor $300.00 or so. So we would be paying close to $685 or more. Also this part is not under warranty nor under extended warranty. I can not understand that since it is an electrical componet. If anyone can help please, we really would like to get rid if it or somehow get it fix.
Consumer took children to school and could smell gas, consumer had received a recall regarding the fuel pump, however after speaking with the dealer he did not believe this problem had to do with the recall, after package, vehicle went into house, neighbor called her and stated her vehicle was on fire and was totaled, claim 20-5211-880.
Had dealer complete recall # 99v216000 in early 2000, upon driving home and filling the fuel tank noticed large amount of fuel leaking under vehicle. Dealer towed vehilce back to dealership (their expense), and replaced "cracked" attaching nut from recall work. Drove home (70 miles) and discovered small quantity of fuel still leaking from tank fittings. Returned vehicle to dealer (my expense). Shop advised they tightened loose attaching nut from previous recall. Still noticed odor of fuel consistantly but could not see any leaks as previous. Due to concerns about fire safety (I'm the fire chief in homer) I took vehicle to local garage (my expense). They found this same attaching nut and fuel pump module assemble leaking and referred me back to the dealership. Returned vehicle to dealership on november 27, 2001 and picked it up on december 5 after they "replaced" sealing o-ring and attaching nut from previous recall (almost $100.00 of my expense). Filled fuel tank on dec. 6 and discovered large quantity of fuel leaking from same area under vehicle. Reported problem to dealship and they advised to return vehicle to them for further repair, with them recommending and ordering replacement fuel tank. I suspect a combination of poor quality work and possible design flaws with the tank and fuel pump module assembly, nut and o-ring.
The original fuel pump failed. Replacement oem pump leaked gas out of defective seal when tank was filled, resulting in a significant gas spill and fire hazard. Dealed explained that when pump is replaced they do not check for tank seal integrity. Replacement pump replaced at no additonal charge.
Consumer smelled fumes in car. Then, consumer received recall00v26800 for fuel pump seal leakage. Took vehicle into dealer, and it was replaced. However, problem still occurred. Presently, can see gasoline leakage on pavement.*ak
Consumer told by dealer that recall 99v‑216 of the fuel pump module seal does not apply to his particular style of minivan, handicapped conversion created different fuel tank setup. Nlm
The federal safety agency recall 99v216000 and manufacturer's recall 845/ fuel pump. It was repaired on 8 june, 2000 and still is having the same problem. Engine warning light comes on.consumer should be able to get 16-17 gallons in gas tank, instead, it only takes 10 gallons.
Consumer received manufacturer's recall 7567/ fuel pump. Vehicle was leaking gasoline, and consumer smelled gasoline inside and outside of garage. Smell is still there. Dealership replaced it twice. *ak
Recall 99v216000 daimlerchrysler/fuel pump; after having rcall work peformed engine check light came on. Owner did not have any problems with engine check light until recall work was performed. Engine check light came on the day after recall repairs were performed. Dealer stated that the problem was not a part of recall, and would not be serviced free.
Fuel leaked at the interface of the fuel pump prior to recall notice 99v‑216. Nlm
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
Questions about the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan fuel pump
Is fuel pump failure a common problem on the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan?
25 of 1,146 owner complaints about the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan (2%) mention fuel pump failure. The model year with the most reports is 2011.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan?
There are 4 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan
Airbag light 123Adaptive cruise 115Wipers 98Fuel leak 65Stalling 51Transmission failure 50Door locks 36Fire or smoke 33Power steering loss 33Fuel smell 25Loss of power 20ABS 17Won't shift 17Slipping 15Grinding brakes 14Jerking 13Brake failure 11Harsh shifting 10Headlights 10Check engine light 9No deployment 8Steering lock-up 8Steering noise 8Tire blowout 8Won't start 8Engine failure 7Fuel gauge 7Coil spring 6Hesitation 6Misfire 6Overheating 6Power windows 6Seat belt 6Ball joint 5
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