The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor detected. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank onto the ground. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the fuel tank and fuel pump assembly were replaced. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 20V278000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 24,447.
Dodge Grand Caravan fuel leak problems
129 of the 13,443 owner complaints about the Dodge Grand Caravan describe fuel leak, most of them for the 1996 model year.
- owner complaints
- 129
- worst model year
- 1996
- typical mileage
- 129,000
Is there a fix? There are 6 recalls for this area of the car. See below
By model year
Often reported together
Fuel smell 27Fuel pump 18Fire or smoke 4Airbag light 4Loss of power 3Won't start 2Stalling 2Overheating 2
What owners say
For some reason my caravan has started leaking gas from on top of the gas tank. not sure why, but I heard the was a recall but it was over 15 years ago so you people don't list anything older. i've only had the car a couple months, and also having a catalytic converter problem as well..
Fuel leak under vehicle. Possible fire. There are several recalls on 2000 dodge caravan, but none supposedly associated with this VIN. The van only has 45,000 miles on it.
Cylinder 2 misfire on V-6 engine. van has 66,000 miles. run good. appears there are no air or fuel leaks. Dodge dealer in our town went out of business. No dealer for 40 miles. Car belonged to my parents for 3 years prior and they never had any problems. Van has been serviced regularly. shouldn't there be a recall on this. google is loaded with the same complaint and it says probably a bad head.
Rubber fuel line in main engine bay is leaking fuel and cracked I have seen others that have burned down for this issue. Dodge fiat Chrysler needs to be aware that all 1996 to 2000 dodge caravans and Chrysler town and country’s could burn down if this fuel issue isn’t fixed I have already had to pay out of pocket to fix one vehicle I’m not doing it again.. my phone number if anyone at you’re agency would like to call me my cell is [XXX] thanks PLEASE HELP!! INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
Hairline cracks in fuel pump outlet just before connecting to fuel line leads to strong fuel smell and fuel vapors all around vehicle. Fuel pump needs replacement to repair this dangerous condition. Highly suggest different fuel pump design that is not prone to hairline cracks and potential fire hazard as fuel leak is about one foot away from a hot muffler and a tossed cigarette or other spark could cause a fire or explosion.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 dodge grand caravan. While driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure occurred while pulling into a handicap parking space. The contact noticed fuel leaking from underneath the vehicle in large quantities and the fire department was contacted to push the vehicle into the parking space. In addition, the contact stated that a fuel odor entered the cabin of the vehicle directly after the fuel tank was filled. The contact suffered from chemical sensitivity and was ill due to the strong odor of fuel. Medical attention was not required. The contact stated that a vehicle modification company modified the vehicle prior to the failure. The contact stated that a mobility center was also made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was approximately 32,500. The VIN was not available.
I have a fuel leak underneath from the top of fuel tank. I believe it is coming from the fuel pump. Leaks when engine is running only. Does not leak when auto is not running.
Vehicle converted by eldorado national salina kansas. I have a fleet of 530 minivans converted now called amerivan. We have had fuel leak complaints that generated the federal safety agency recall 16v222. The vehicle on this complaint blew a fuel line off the vehicle above the catalytic converter. Repairs outlined in 16v222 have not fixed the problem. The new failure happened june 22 2017. The vehicle was built after the release of 16v222. The vehicle was driving down a street on los angeles with passengers on board lost power. Tried to restart a puddle of fuel was under the vehicle. Driver called for a tow. This vehicle and many others in my fleet were built after 16v222. Eldorado national builds many of these low floor vehicles for the disabled community, further action needs to be taken to remedy the problem to include retrofitting vehicles back to 2011. This is an on going problem with eldorado converted minivans we have many I used the last major safety related failure as the incident date.
Leaking fuel rail cap 2002 dodge caravan is leaking gas all over the spark plugs engine and electrical parts when 1st turning the vehicle on in the morning.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Vantage Mobility International, LLC (Vantage) is recalling certain Vantage-modified 2016-2019 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles. The fuel pump gasket may deteriorate, allowing fuel to leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Vantage will notify owners, and will provide parts and reimbursement to owners for repair facilities to replace the fuel tank gasket, free of charge. The recall began May 19, 2020. Owners may contact Vantage customer service at 1‑800‑488‑9082.
Recall number 20V278000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain mini vans, the fuel tank control valve weld joint could separate resulting in a possible fuel leak.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underbody fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace it if necessary. Owner notification began october 28, 2002. 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 02V274000 · Recall details
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 Dodge Grand Caravan fuel leak
Which Dodge Grand Caravan years have fuel leak problems?
The model years with the most reports are 1996 (65 complaints), 1997 (11 complaints) and 1991 (8 complaints).
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