1995 Dodge Intrepid: gas smell in the cabin

Filed Aug 19, 2014 · Fuel system · 92,000 miles · NM

Tl* the contact owns a 1995 dodge intrepid. When the contact started the vehicle, fuel fumes seeped into the vehicle. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed a fuel leak near the intake manifold in the motor. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The contact stated that the o-rings needed to be replaced, but the parts were not available in order to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000. Updated 10/10/14*cn updated 3/31/15

Filed Jun 13, 2008 · Fuel system · 201,000 miles · NC

Gas fumes are entering the cockpit of the vehicle while driving. I noticed gasoline setting on top of the transmission housing under the hood. I believe it is a fuel rail problem or o ring problem causing the leakage. I am taking it in to a dealer today to have it checked.

Filed Nov 7, 2006 · Fuel system · NY

Consumer complaint concerning the safety recall on the 1995 dodge intrepid fuel rail o-rings. *ts it took the dealer almost ten year to figure out why the vehicle constantly had a fuel smell. The consumer request reimbursement for the repairs made over the years related to the fuel system.

Filed Nov 13, 2002 · Fuel system · NC

In 1998 a recall was issued for the fuel rail and o-rings which we had replaced after the recall was issued. The same symptoms of fuel smell are again entering the inside of the vehicle at various times which leads me to believe the replaced recall parts is failing again. Dt

Filed Oct 25, 2002 · Fuel system · MA

Consumer states had vehicle checked by dlr due to smelling gas fumes. Dlr determined that fuel is leaking from lower intake manifold and the fuel injector o-rings. Ts

Filed Jun 20, 2002 · Electrical, Fuel system · KY

Since purchase in 2000, front suspension problems, dealer only offered boot, not replacement of whole axle. Mechanic said boot would not fix problem. Air conditioner went out in 2001, while traveling, cost $500 to replace plus rental. Ignition switch was replaced in 2002, due to not operating properly. Could not remove key. Cost around $150 to repair. Now, there is a strong smell of gas in the car, while in use. Mpg seems to be lower than should be. This is my 3rd intrepid and the only one I have had excessive problems with.

Filed Feb 15, 2000 · Fuel system, Transmission · PA

Soon after we bought the car we called the dealer. They told us there was nothing that could be done. The warranty was out. They also told me that they did not think anything was wrong and I did not know what I was talking about.the car would make a severe slip/buck when going up hills. I was told this was normal due to the way the transmission was made.I also told them of a gas smell. They denid knowledge of any recalls or service reports. I saw this recall notice in the paper during this summer. The dealer is not in business anymore . The finance company said I was wrong to. I told them im wont pay for a defective car and come to pick it up. They are now tring to collect payment.

Filed Dec 17, 1999 · Fuel system · MA · fire

After starting car on the morning december 8,1999 I could smell gas fumes. I immediately shut car off and examined the engine. I noticed fuel leakage near the fuel injector rail. I proceeded to dealership (central dodge in raynham) and purchased 6 new fuel injectors, assuming that was the problem and the least expensive. I replaced injectors that evening and still had fuel leaking. I had my wife come out and assist me by turning the key so I could see where leak was coming from. Almost immediately after stariting the car I saw fuel streaming from the left side of the fuel rail. A fire started and I immediately put it out. After going to same dealership to purchase fuel rail I was told about the recall. They towed the vehicle into their dealership and replaced entire fuel rail assembly at no cost to me. Then came the bad news; they contacted me and told me the engine was gone and they are claiming no responsibility because they said I cannot prove the fuel rail leak was the cause of the fire. So I am currently paying someone $3800. To replace the engine and I was hoping for your assistance in this matter. Where does the manufacturers responsibility end when it comes to a life safety issue such as this one?

Filed Jan 19, 1999 · Fuel system · IL

My fuel injectors began leaking in november. The smell of gas is so bad that the car can only be driven with the windows down. It is a fire waiting to happen. I have taken it to the dealer twice with no satisfaction. I was told last week and again this week that the problem will be fixed under recall. The problem is that the dealers are unable to order the entire fuel rail to fix the problem. Instead they are to wait on a kit that can be used to fix fuel injectors. This kit is undoubtedly far cheaper for chrysler. Two dealers told me today that if they even order the fuel rail, the oder will be denied. They have no idea when the kit will be available. So, I'm stuck with a potential bomb and no way to get it fixed. I realize that the federal safety agency is not an arbitration board, but thought you should be aware at how poorly chrysler is responding to the recall. As you can tell from the mileage on my car, I rely on it for work. I am stuck with rental car charges until chrysler decides to send the parts to the dealer.

Filed Jan 5, 1999 · Fuel system · IN

Strong smell of fuel inside passenger compartment and on outside of vehicle. Next day 12-30-98, we started car and looked under front end. It was pouring fuel onto ground. Dealership has said that it will be several weeks to get parts. However we are not going to drive this vehicle until fixed because of extreme fear of fire. Dealership refuses to provide another vehicle to use in the meantime. Very disappointed in service!

Filed Dec 17, 1998 · Transmission · MI

The trans only works when at low speeds, too much gas and then it starts to slip or has no gear at all. This has caused problems when trying to cross an intercetion and the trans, will kick out when I'm in the middle with oncomeing traffic. The air only worked for a little while after I got the car. Now it just blows hot air, and has a funny smell to it. It also every now and then will look like frost or fog is coming out the vents, had to replace an 02 senser, was told there is also one more in the car, and its probley bad have bad gas miliage and smells of gas in the main cab.

Filed Dec 10, 1998 · Fuel system · WV

Fuel leakages from the fuel injector area, causing gas fumes to come into the vehicle. Consumer was told by her independent repairman that the dealer does have a repair kit for that problem, but they are on back order.