The fuel rail started leaking after removal; trying to change valve cover gaskets & using a certified auto mechanic, he verified the proper instructions for removal w/ the mitchell's service manual & now they are leaking fuel that could cause a fire; talked to dodge parts counter & they are aware of problem & said they have modified the part but will cost me $160 for replacement of their poorly designed part. No recalls are listed and now a small job has turned into an expensive one.
1996 Dodge Grand Caravan fuel system complaints
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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
Fuel line that goes into fuel injector tube, was leaking. This can cause a fire. Also, front brake pads broke off inside of brake holder, and consumer has no front brakes.
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.
the federal safety agency RECALL 99V216000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 845. NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE.
This defect in my opinion represents a serious possibility of causing a fire. Gasoline is leaking on to the road surface below the car especially when the tank is over half full. Chrysler yesterday declined to replace the gasoline tank due they said to the vehicle's high mileage. A fire could easily start by a spark or a thrown cigarette. The local dealer said the the cost to replace would be around $450.00. I don't think I should pay for this as I have done nothing to cause it. The failed part is located on top of the fuel tank such that it is protected from road rocks, debris, or just about any conceivable hazard that would be encountered in normal or even harsh driving conditions. This car is never taken off the hard road. Thank you.
Fuel leaked at the interface of the fuel pump prior to recall notice 99v‑216. Nlm
Recall 99v216/fuel pump. Dealer will not repair the vehicle.
I question the need for a new fuel tank I paid for - 594.31 parts and labor. The tank only leaked when it was full, and when I questioned the service rep, he replied that the "tank is made of plastic and can crack just from the sloshing of fuel." not a good reason. And now I have a recall for the same problem I described to the service rep. I thought the "known problem" with the windshield wipers was fixed when the dealer replaced a windshield that had been scratched by "impulsive wipers." not so. They still misbehave and I'm told it will be $280 to repair, out of warranty. Three rack and pinions right off the bat. I am told that this vehicle qualifies as a lemon - but I like it and just want to be treated fairly as to need for repairs and their cost.
Received recall notice & contacted dealership. Took vehicle for repairs, but fuel still leaked out. Contacted dealer & was informed "o" rings were not part of recall repair kit sent out, the repair remedy for fuel pump failed. Vehicle sent back to dealer 2 more times, problem still uncorrected.
Recall 99v216000/ fuel pump. Fuel is leaking from the fuel tank at the interface of the fuel pump module attachments. Remedy did not correct recall problem. Please give any further details.
Fuel pump failed prior to recall (99v‑216). Yh
Recall # 99v216000//fuel pump; after having recall campaign, fuel started leaking. Dealer stated that they were not familar with a new tool to correct campaign, which caused the problem. Finally, dealer has corrected the problem.
Transmission failed due to pin on the differential cracked the rear-end transmission cover on the vehicle, failure caused vehicle to lock up while driving.
Consumer received recall letter 99v216/fuel pump failure. Contacted dealer. Was notified that parts were not available. *ak
Transmission malfunctioned. Then,consumer took vehicle to a technician who stated that there was a transmission fluid leakage, and transmission needed to be replaced. Currently, consumer received a recall on fuel pump. *ak
Consumer received recall letter 99v216000 concerning the fuel pump failure. Contacted dealr, no parts were available to correct the recall prob please give any further details.
Due to the location and the design of the fuel line vent tube/clip and o ring the o ring has corroded, creating a fuel leakage. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer has yet to replace parts. Please provide any further details.
A hole developed on top of fuel tank. Exact thing happened to friend w/ same vehicle, same year, and about the same milage. Would leak gas and create strong fumes when tank was fairly full.
Front rotors warped or flawed. Heavy steering wheel and front end vibration during downgrade slow braking. Fuel tank is collapsed which will hold only about 13 gallons. Wipers coming on intermittently and gets worse when climate gets hot. Belt tensioner failed which can hit and break the main crankshaft pulley.
The fuel tank leaked fuel from the seam and is a serious defect,because it is located near the exhaust pipe. Yh
Primary fuel line is leaking. Yh
Strong gas smell in garage. Tank 3/4 full. Dealer said tank leaking from vent tube access cover and could not be repaired. No indication of damage to tank; lea caused by natural flexing. Mechanic said he had replaced several tanks and new tanks re-designed to solve problem. This is dangerous problem - fire hazard. Re-design indicates chrysler has acknowledged problem but has not initiated recall action.
I noticed a strong gasoline smell after van had been parked on garage over night. The tank was about 3/4 full. The repairing dealer said the tank was leaking at a vent tube access panel and could not be repaired.
This fuel rail was recalled on the 3.5 engine in the dodge caravan but not on the 3.8 the fuel rail is the exact same part as was recalled on the 3.5 but was not recalled on the 3.8 I had top repalce the fuel rail on my 3.8 with the same part as was recalled on the 3.5 engine. I feel that chrysler should be made to recall the fuel rail on the 3.8 engine just as it had to on the 3.5 wengine. I do not believe I should have to pay for this repair which was just under $325. It is unbeleivable that I should have to replace a bad part on the 3.8l engine with the exact same part as was recalled on the 3.5l: engine. Please contact me about this.
The fuel pump problem was diagnosed on 11-27-96, however, the van had been towed into dodge dealerships on two prior occassions, beginning 11-11-96. Initially no problem could be found. The van had died while driving on the interstate. About two weeks later, the van died again in city traffic. Spark plug wires were replaced. The next day the van died again in city traffic. Ultimately, the fuel pump and filter were replaced. Each time the van needed towing to the nearest dealership. On 10-14-99, the van made a popping noise while being driven at 40 MPH on a country road. I stopped the van and discovered transmission fuid leaking from under the engine. I called a tow truck and had it taken to the dealership. There had been no warning prior to the pop and subsequent leakage. The dealer reported that the transmission needed replacing. There were no obstacles on the road that may have resulted in the problem.
Fuel tank leaks from top if filled completely.
Had filled vehicle with fuel, drove home & parked vehicle. Had noticed fumes coming from inside of garage. The fuel had leaked out of fuel tank. Notified fire department of fumes & leaking gas. Was informed to dry vehicle & take vehicle out of garage.
Vehicle had defective fuel tank, resulting in fuel leakage. Consumer had tank replaced .
When filled fuel tank around the top seam began to leak. Dealer contacted and could not remedy problem. Repairwork done at owner's expense. *ak
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