1996 Dodge Grand Caravan: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Jan 3, 2007 · Fuel system · 140,000 miles · IN

Tl* - the contact's vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall 00v268000 repairs. The dealer told the contact that the recall repairs had already been made on the vehicle per recall requirements. This repair was done on december 11, 2006. On january 2, 2007 after driving approximate 6 miles the driver smelled gas fumes so he drove the vehicle back home. The contact stated that the gas fumes killed 14 of the birds that were housed in his garage. The contact opened the hood and gas was leaking. The contact stated that he had noticed the vehicle was using more gas than it had previously. The vehicle was still slowly leaking gas 24 hours after he originally noticed the leak. The contact stated that the vehicle was not drivable and he has not yet contacted the dealer. The contact stated the check engine light was on. *ak updated 2/6/2007 - *nm updated 03/21/07

Filed Sep 4, 2005 · Fuel system · 85,000 miles · VA

Occasional fuel smell from car for many months. After filling and parking car with rear end on up hill incline noticed gas pouring out from under car from top of gas tank. Took to dealer they said all recalls were performed. They dropped tank and informed me the plastic tank was splitting at the seam on top. Not a dodge problem . My cost to replace $900.00. I think this is a manufacturer defect since I have been informed by several outside mechanics that they have replaced quite a few of these chrysler fuel tanks. The potential for fire is great for some one passing by and flipping a cigarette.

Filed Feb 10, 2004 · Engine · 149,000 miles · KS

Consumer complained about gas fumes. While driving the smell of gas fumes was strong, and was coming through the vents.

Filed Jan 10, 2003 · Fuel system · NH

While traveling on highway there was a fuel smell coming from inside of the vents, and fuel was leaking from underneath the vehicle. Built in check on top of fuel tank was cracked and leaking. .*jb.

Filed May 13, 2002 · Fuel system · OH

There is a very strong fuel smell coming into cab of vehicle. Consumer is afraid that a fire may start. Please provide any further information.

Filed May 2, 2002 · Fuel system · NC

The consumer states taking the vehicle in for the fuel leak recall(the federal safety agency id#00-v-268-000 manufacturer recall id# 895). The vehicle had a leak at the top seam of the fuel tank. The consumer states each time the tank was filled the smell of gas lingered for at least two days. The problem did not start until the recall was performed. The dealer was notified.

Filed Apr 10, 2002 · Acceleration · MO

Intermittently a raw gas smell is leaking inside the vehicle. The smell so pervasive at times the consumer will have to pull over or ride with the windows down. The dealer was notified. Please add more information.

Filed Mar 4, 2002 · Fuel system · UT

Fuel tank leaks when filled full with fuel and has a strong odor of gasoline inside and outside. Fuel odor is nauseatng.

Filed Jan 27, 2002 · Engine · PA

This is a followup on odi 757303 voq submitted 01/24/2002 by owner for original gas tank vent assembly leak. A certified dodge service agent had replaced my original gas tank and vent assembly with new gas tank and vent assembly, as the original vent assembly is no longer manufactured; hence a new gas tank was required for a replacement part. This part system contained a redesigned vent assembly and gas tank. After tank/vent assembly replacment was completed on 01/24/2002, car was returned to owner. On 01/27/2002, the owner's wife proceeded to "fill up" the gas tank. Owner's wife reported strong raw gasoline fumes. Visual inspection of the undercarriage noted visible gasoline leaking from the newly replaced gas tank at the vent assemby. This is extremely dangerous, as the owner measured a clearance distance of only nine (9) inches from the hot surface of the rear muffler assembly with no thermal shielding. The owner has immediately notifed the service agent. The owner questions the appropriateness, "design" and location of the present vent assembly on the gas tank, in light of this leak. A potentially hazardous or explosive situation could exist..

Filed Jan 24, 2002 · Fuel system · PA

Owner reported raw fuel odor after filling fuel tank. Previous tsb #845 recall (o-ring) was performed 04/21/2000 and verified ok. Service agent reports vent assembly on gas tank defective and leaking. Fix involved complete replacement of gas tank with new model, as present vent assembly is no longer manufactured nor compatible with original tank. Dodge post warranty participated for 50% of matl cost of tank only. Dissatisfied owner made to incur $302 matl/$100 labor + tax to incur fix. Owner requested defective part; dodge service agent refused citing not applicable to extended post warranty offer and need for service rep to account for same. Would only release part if owner fully paid for fix. (sounded like a ruse.) owner was forced to accept offer in light of safety concerns. Suggest investigation of defective part, as currently held by service agent and why original part is no longer available to accommodate repair making the fix to manufacturer's new designs(desires)? Owner has expressed his total dissatisfaction to service agent with no results, short of suggested withdrawal of offer. Service manager suggested if owner did not wish to participate in the "fix" he would suggest that the owner not completely fill up the gas tank. Owner notes an extremely close proximitiy of the defective original (and replaced) plastic vent assembly to rear muffler assembly. The replacement tank is also plastic. The original gas tank was reported to be "good" at time of recall, and at time of replacement. Service manager alluded to free replacement of tanks shown to buckle or bow at time of recall #845. Similar offer was not extended at present time of replacement of gas tank.

Filed Jan 3, 2002 · Fuel system · OH

There is a gas smell inside the vehcle. Consumer feels this is dangerous because gas is leaking all over engine and could catch on fire. There is a recall for the fuel rail, however consumer has yet to contact the dealer. *ak

Filed Aug 27, 2001 · Fuel system · IL

O-ring connection between fuel rail leaks gasoline onto valve cover and then exhaust manifold. Leaks most before engine warms up. Strong gas smell outside car warned of problem.