Fuel gauge doesn't read correctly..full tank of gas reads empty (e)( dot number: tire size: 195/r70/14 )
1996 Dodge Stratus fuel system complaints
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When the fuel level reaches the half tank level the gauge acts as if it has an electrical short and indicates empty. The fuel gauge bottoms out and the low fuel indicator turns on. When the gas tank is full the gauge will sometimes indicate only 3/4.
Due to an oil leak on the intake manifold, head gasket caused the vehicle to catch on fire. Fire department was called to the scene. The consumer contacted the insurance company, no action taken. The vehicle is at the dealer, where they completed work on the vehicle. But the consumer stated that she did'nt know if the dealer fixed the problem. The case number is #d-55-11585.
Vehicle stalls and quickly accelerates. Dealer cannot determine problem or find cause.
Son was driving, smelled something burning. Other drivers noticed flames under vehicle. Pulled off thoroughfare & parked vehicle; got out of vehicle; vehicle burst into flames. Fire dept arrived & put flames out. Insurance adjustor said it was gas line rupture. Vehicle totaled.
Consumer had problems getting recall repair for engine oil galley plugs and master cylinder prim. Piston in a timely manner. Yh
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