Three fuel pumps have failed in three years. We hear the paint chips in the fuel tank and causes clogs the fuel pump and ruins them ($875.00 for each fuel pump).
1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel system complaints
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While stopped at an intersection the rear of the jeep grand cherokee was struck by an isuzu, driven approcimately 40 miles per hour. The crash resulted in a fire in the rear of the cherokee and the driver of the isuzu being burned to death. Placement of the fuel tank was claimed to be responsible for the post accident fire. *dt
I own a 1996 grand jeep cherokee,have went though 4 fuel pumps in 4 months, now they say its a defect in the gas tank,its erroding inside which causes the fuel pump to sieize up,I now have to replace the gas tank at the cost of 402.00.I have been standed,and now am concerned what if I'm in a accident(rear end) if my tank is erroding isn't they a bigger chance of it exploding? I feel that daimler should replace the defected gas tanks,I know just in my area there are at least 4 other with the same problem.how many of us are riding around with defected gas tanks?
Fuel pump doesn't work because inside of the tank flakes off which clogs up fuel pump. Dealer states parts are unavailable. *ak fuel tank and pump assembly all replaced.
Consumer is having problems with the fuel pump. She stated that there is a real strong gas smell. Dealer was contacted and stated that the fuel pump is defective. They also said that this has happened three times. Ph
Consumer states that the fuel tank assembly is cracked causing fuel to leak. Please provide any additional information. Ph
The fuel sending unit failed as stated in recall number 97 v 194 000, however the recall did not apply to consumer's vehicle.ts the recall only applied to the later models.
Consumer stated that while driving at any speed and without warning the fuel pump failed. Dealer notified. Ts
Fuel pump failed while parked. Pump replaced with oem part. Failed 3 days later after driving about 30 miles. Mechanic reports that gas tank was clean and no problems appeared. Only major brand gasoline has been used in this vehicle. A recall should be issued on this problem as it could cause a serious accident if the engine stalled due to fuel failure. In addition this appears to be a manufactures related problem. This recurring problem also causes and corrided of confidence in the vehicle and will relate to a decrease in this vehicles popularity. Dt
Moisture and bacteria gets into the fuel pump lines which causes the fuel to clog up the lines and damage the fuel pump. This result in the vehicle cutting of will driving. Ts
Fuel pump died on busy highway creating safety peril. Police had to be called. Dt
Jeep required plastic gas tank to be replaced in order to warantee 600 dollar new fuel pump. Bill to replace fuel pump and gas tank was 1300 with labor. This is not right. If gas tank is failing due to gas additives this should be recall/replacement by jeep. This car has been well maintained. Dt
The fuel pump is being replaced the 3rd time today in 3 months. Dt
I understand that earlier model years have a recall or something similar becasue of a coating used on the inside of the gas tank that gets eaten away over time by an additive in the gas that is used in the north. This lining then clogs the pump and filter causing failure. The cost of parts and labor endied up being over 800 dollars. If this is a known problem why isn't it taken care of? Mr
Vehicle wouldn't start and was towed to dealer. Dealer determined fuel tank was decomposing. Fuel tank, sending unit, filter, and fuel pump damaged beyond repair and replaced at cost over $1,200. Not covered by any warranty. All parts in stock; repairs completed same day.
Technician informed consumer that wire on fuel pump melted down. It could have started a fire within fuel pump. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.
Problem with sludge build up in fuel tank. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.
When adding gas pump does not stop where it should, gas keeps leaking out all over the road. Consumer states this is very unsafe. Dealer has been contacted.
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Upon starting vehicle will not start. Consumer took vehicle to a ceritified mechanic, and he stated that it was fuel pump. Please provide any further information.
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Fuel pump fails due to faulty fuel tank. Jeep dealer admits faulty tanks in '96 grand cherokees, yet there is no recall. Expensive and dangerous problem since the car simply shuts down and becomes inoperable. Please investigate and enforce a recall on chrysler. There are numerous complaints!
I was stranded due to fuel pump failure. Dealer said this is due to faulty manufacture of fuel tanks in 1996 jeep grand cherokees and I must replace fuel pump and tank. Dealer will not cover my $1,200. Expense plus towing costs. I have been without my car for 1 week so far...it is estimated to be another two weeks until the fuel tank arrives from back order. Apparently it is on back order because the part has to be replaced for so many others. Chrysler does not want to issue a recall because it is costly, but it is the right thing to do. A recall needs to be issued. Faulty manufacture should be covered by the manufacturer.
When trying to start vehicle it would not start. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer indicated it needed a fuel pump. Please add VIN.
Vehicle would not start, had vehicle towed to dealer. Dealer advises that fuel tank is decomposing and has collapsed, causing fuel pump to fail. Dealer will replace fuel tank and pump under extended warranty. Advised tanks are on back order and repair date is undetermined. Have had rental through extended warranty plan for ten days. Dealer will allow five days of car rental at their cost. Will take longer then five days to receive pump and will be without a vehicle.
Fuel pump continues to fail without warning or indications.
Have installed two fuel pumps within a two month interval. Being told by dealership repair that it could be faulty pumps or corrosive fuel tank.
Fuel pump/gas tank/computer all need to be replaced as a result of deterioration of the gas tank lining. Fuel pump overheated, causing computer to malfunction and eventually break. How many people does it take to lose a ton of money because of a defective product that could be dangerous while driving to issue a recall.
According to my mechanic, chrysler is aware of the problem with the fuel pump in the 1996 and 1997 models grand cherokee. I am very disturbed that knowing this problem exits, the company still charges over $600 for the part. Currently, I am a first year medical student. On all 3 occasions that the car would not start, I had major exams to get to. Not only does this jeopardize my academic career, but also disrupts my focus and concentration overall. For these reasons, I plan to get rid of this vehicle and have lost any faith I had previously in owning an american-made vehicle.
The plastic gas tank in the 1996 jeep cherokee appears to deform due to aging and plastic "creep" so that the seal around the fuel pump module leaks. Often the leak is severe. My cherokee leaked several gallons when I attempted to fill the tank. Replacement of gaskets, etc., does not repair the problem. I discovered that there have apparently been a large number of recent failures of this type, as replacement tanks are on long backorder. The leak is a fire hazard.
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