I was driving down the road and I started smelling gas. The fuel rail on top of the engine started leaking by the passenger side front injector. There was a recall issued for this vehicle for the same issue that was supposed to correct it and the recall work was done according to the manufacturer. Years later it started leaking again. Apparently the recall kit does not fix the issue, eventually the fuel rail on top of the engine will eventually start leaking again which may result in an engine fire if not fixed. I had to take the car to a shop and am still waiting for a repair kit from chrysler.
1994 Dodge Intrepid fuel system problems
118 complaints (16% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 120,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 118
- of this car's complaints
- 16%
- typical mileage
- 120,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Fuel injection system65
- Fuel injection system: fuel rail12
- Delivery10
- Fuel injection system: injectors6
- Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings6
- Storage: tank assembly4
- Delivery: fuel pump2
- Storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap1
At what mileage
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Dodge Intrepid fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Dodge Intrepid fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with 3.5l engines. The fuel injection delivery system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from hair line cracks in the thermoset fuel injection rail.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel rail o-rings and reinforce the outlet (passenger) side fuel rail. Vehicles showing fuel leakage on the outlet fuel rail must have the outlet rail replaced which includes changing the upper and lower injector o-rings. However, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings or from a cracked fuel line, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible.
Recall number 98V184000 · Recall details
Related investigations
Fuel rail, brake fluid, chassis
On september 5, 2004, mr. Robert galenty of iselin, nj, petitioned the agency to conduct defect investigations of certain model year (my) 1993-1997 vehicles produced by daimlerchrysler corporation.his petition identified three issues of concern: 1) fuel leaking from the fuel injector rails; 2) brake fluid contamination resulting in brake failure; and 3) susceptibility of the vehicle frame to damage while the vehicle is being towed.mr. Galanty alleged that his 1996 dodge intrepid had each of these three problems.concerning fuel rail leakage, daimlerchrysler commenced a recall (98v‑184) of approximately 722,600 vehicles to address engine fuel rail leaks that could lead to a fire, including those vehicles cited in the petition and the petitioner's 1996 dodge intrepid.on october 7, 1998, the federal safety agency opened a recall query investigation (rq98-018) to evaluate the adequacy of the recall remedy.that investigation was closed on july 8, 2002 without requiring further action by daimlerchrysler.very recently, on june 9, 2004, the federal safety agency denied a petition (rp04-001) to reopen rq98-018 after finding that there was no new information that would indicate any basis for reopening it.this is still the current position of the federal safety agency on this issue.concerning brake fluid contamination and frame alignment, a review of the federal safety agency's database shows no other complaints on either one of these issues on the vehicles cited in the petition.
DP04007
Fuel injection delivery system fuel leak
RQ98018
Fuel injector assembly leakage
Nitrile rubber seals used in the fuel rail assemblies of the subject vehicles at the supply, return, and crossover tube fittings, and at the pressure regulator fail, resulting in fuel leakage in the engine compartment.also, the outlet (right) fuel rail may leak from cracks at certain mold gates in the thermoset rail material.chrysler will recall the subject vehicles and stated that it intends to replace the o-rings with fluorocarbon o-ring having greater heat resistance capability and attach reinforcements to the rail in the areas where the cracking concern has been known to occur most frequently.rails that are already cracked will be replaced by new, reinforced rails.
EA98007
What 1994 Dodge Intrepid owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1994 dodge intrepid. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked when he smelled a strong odor of gasoline fuel. The contact examined the vehicle himself and noticed that the fuel lines were leaking. The contact patched the leak himself on several occasions, but the failure continued. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 120,000. Updated 01/25/12 *bf the consumer stated the fuel leak was located on both sides of the crossover tube for the fuel rails. He first noticed the odor of fuel on november 13, 2088. But could not locate the source. It was an intermittent problem and was finally obvious when it started to spray later in 2099. The consumer contacted the local dodge dealer, but they stated there were no recalls on the vehicle. The consumer covered the tubing interface with jb weld black/red and was able to stop the leak. However, the fitting leaked again when the seasons changed. The consumer contacted the dealer again, and was informed a new fuel rail would cost $480. The consumer stated a friend informed him there was a recall pertaining to other chrysler vehicles and the 93 dodge intrepid. Updated 01/27/12 *bf updated 02/01/12
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 dodge intrepid. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the contact smelled a strong odor of gasoline emanating from the vehicle. In addition, the engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument control panel. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed fuel leaking under the hood of the vehicle and smoke. The dealer stated that the VIN was excluded from the federal safety agency campaign id number 98v184000 (fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system). The dealer would not assume financial responsibility for the repair. The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure and current mileages were 170,000. Updated 2/2/09 *cn updated 02/04/09.
Tl*the contact owns a 1994 dodge intrepid. There was a fuel odor present in the vehicle. The auto mechanic replaced the o-rings per recall#98v184000; however, the fuel rails had a hair line crack. The mechanic called the manufacturer per the failure and stated that they will not authorize them to replace the fuel rail. The current and failure mileages were 145,623 miles. The purchase date is unavailable.
Im writing this letter wanting to know who should I talk to regarding the recalls on my 95' dodge intrepid as far as the fuel rail leak I have that can cause a fire and also the drivers side seat recall due to it breaking can u please help me!
1994 intrepid engine caught on fire. *ts the consumer informed a recall had been issued on the vehicle, however when he contacted the dodge dealer he was told the recall had already been performed, but was unable to give a date. Chrysler stated they would buy the car back if the investigation showed there was a problem with the recall work.
Dt: the contact owns a 1994 dodge intrepid that experienced a gasoline leak on the fuel rails whichwere located on top of the engine. There was strong smell of gasoline, and one could virtually see the gasoline dripping on the engine. There was a fear of an ignition source. The vehicle was towed to a repair shop. There was the federal safety agency recall 98v184000 but this vehicle was not included due to the VIN. The vehicle was repaired with a new fuel rail. Since the repairs there have been no further problems.
The car was hard to start, I discovered fuel leaking from the fuel rail, could have caused a fire.
The federal safety agency campaign 98v184000. Ford issued a fuel leakage recall. This vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN, but it was experiencing fuel leakage from the fuel rail. Dealer will repair at consumer's expense.
Gasoline odor was notice while driving home, consumer notice fuel leaking from the injection fuel rail onto the engine. Consumer found a recall # 00 v 268 000/fuel leakage on the federal safety agency website, although it not pertaining to this vehicle make, model, year; it's having the same problem out line in this recall. The dealer was not notified.
Questions about the 1994 Dodge Intrepid fuel system
Does the 1994 Dodge Intrepid have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 118 complaints about the fuel system of the 1994 Dodge Intrepid, 16% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1994 Dodge Intrepid fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 120,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1994 Dodge Intrepid fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 98V184000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Intrepid have the most fuel system problems?
The Dodge Intrepid model years with the most fuel system complaints are 1993 (124 complaints), 1994 (118 complaints) and 1995 (110 complaints).
Other 1994 Dodge Intrepid problems
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