Leaking gas tank
2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee: fuel leak
11 of the 1,447 complaints about the 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee describe fuel leak.
- owner complaints
- 11
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- typical mileage
- 114,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Fuel leak by model year
What owners say
I presently don't have a picture of the gas pouring out from the gas tank area. I can get you one upon your request. Their is already a investigation on my jeep in the works. The problem is getting worse. The fumes are making me sick from within. My gas tank is leaking from somewhere. I've was pulled over from a stranger on the road after filling the tank up twice in one week last week. The man said my gas is leaking out. I ask how he knew and his response was my fumes were coming into his car and my tank under the jeep was wet. I got out and went to investigate to see fuel pouring out from underneath the gas tank. I immediately drove home and parked my jeep. I observe dead grass in my yard also where its parked. This type of smelling of fumes and witnesses of my fuel wasting on the ground is a consists occurrence from strangers. Both traveling on the streets of daytona beach florida, parked at my friends house as well as my own yard.
Faulty gas tank. Gas leaking from tank. Strong smell.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 jeep grand cherokee. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the fuel tank on the passenger side of her vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who inspected the failure and stated that the contact should not drive the vehicle because it was a fire hazard. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 100,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 jeep grand cherokee laredo. The contact noticed a fuel leak when fueling the gas tank. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. He contacted the dealer and a technician stated that because his VIN number was excluded from recall# 06e011000 (fuelsystem, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump), he was ineligible for a free remedy. The vehicle has not been repaired.the current and the failure mileages were 148,049.
Dt*: the contact stated there was fuel leaking from underneath the vehicle while parked. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, who determined the leak originated at the rollover valve. The fuel tank was replaced, which corrected the problem. There was a the federal safety agency recall# 00v195000, which pertained to the fuel tank assembly. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. Updated 12/01/06.
Fuel leak for a 2nd time. June 2002 full tank of gas leaking all over garage while we were on vacation. Dealer said the gas tank was warped at the top and could not seal properly. Est $900. To replace tank. 43000 mi. On jeep it was out of warranty. Ended up paying $277. Labor and made them warranty the faulty tank. Aug. 2003 fuel leaking again from top of tank and dripping down off under the tank. Dealer says the fuel pump is out $628. To replace. Jeep owners beware.
I have had the rotors resurfaced twice, and the rotors and calipers replaced once in 19000 miles. No that the warranty has run out, the dealer is very nasty about correcting the problem. If you ask me, any problems with brakes, steering, or fuel leaks are bound to end in casualties, if they haven't already. Now wonder american car companies have to offer 0% apr, it's the only way you can sale a lemon.
This vehicle has been to the dealer 3 times for fuel leaking from the top of the tank after filling it up at the gas station. Fuel pump was replaced as well as tank. Condition goes away and then returns again 9-12 months after repair. Obdviously parts are failing for the same reason. Car will lose approx.3 gallons after leaving gas station driving down the road. Someone is going to end up dead if they dont correct this. Vehicle is out of warranty, but problem is related to the same recall. I cant afford the parts and labor to repair it, leaving me no choice but to drive it.
Leaking gas, coming out of hoses between gas tank fill and gas tank, have tighten 2 hose clamps 3 times, hoses seem to be dryrotted won't hold fuel injection pressure
Fuel was leaking from tail pipe, and fumes entered the passenger's compartment. Dealer replaced fuel injector and power control module. *ak
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system: injectors
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a 4.0l engine only, the design of the intake and exhaust manifolds could allow debris to accumulate at the #3 cylinder location.
- Risk
- This could result in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a manifold shield to modify the air flow characteristics and to prevent the accumulation of debris in the area of the #3 cylinder. Owner notification began may 13, 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 02V104000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Some of these vehicles may have been built with fuel tanks with suspect vent tube welds.
- Risk
- Separation of the vent tube weld could result in a fuel leak. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace any fuel tanks built in the suspect time period. The vehicle will be inspected and if the bar code on the fuel tank indicates that the tank was built during the suspect period, it will be replaced.
Recall number 00V195000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee fuel leak
Is fuel leak a common problem on the 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
11 of 1,447 owner complaints about the 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (1%) mention fuel leak. The model year with the most reports is 1997.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
There are 2 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Stalling 65Door locks 61Premature wear 59Overheating 53Grinding brakes 31No deployment 28Jerking 23Headlights 22Fuel pump 21Airbag light 19Sudden acceleration 18Fire or smoke 16Won't start 16Brake failure 15Shudder 15Pulling 14Whining noise 14Engine failure 13Loss of power 13Check engine light 12Power windows 9Transmission failure 9ABS 7Harsh shifting 7Hesitation 7Power steering loss 7Slipping 7Ball joint 6Seat belt 6Steering noise 6Won't shift 6Tire blowout 6Wipers 6Adaptive cruise 5Steering lock-up 5
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