Affected component: body control module the bcm controls the following: wipers, fuel pump, vehicle power and much more. During a rainy day in oregon ciry oregon, the bcm failed. The car was moving into a parking lot at less than 20 MPH. In the parking lot was a police vehicle. When the bcm failed, the vehicle lost fuel pressure and therefore engine power then power braking, power steering and the wiper control went erradic. I managed to get the vehicle stopped, narrowly missing the police vehicle. I had no power brakes, no power steering, and the wipers stopped. The bcm was to blame. Had this occurred at highway speeds, I don't like to think what may have happened!!!
1996 Plymouth Grand Voyager: fuel pump failure
16 of the 562 complaints about the 1996 Plymouth Grand Voyager describe fuel pump failure.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 4
Is there a fix? There are 4 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Fuel pump failure by model year
What owners say
While driving at any speed (around 65 miles) my vehicle suddenly shutdown without warning due to fuel pump. I haven't fixed yet. And it has a electrical problems too.
Consumer had found a fuel leakage. Took vehicle to dealer, and they found out that fuel pump had to be replaced. Please provide more infomation.
Consumer states fuel can be smelled inside the vehicle, the service department stated that some fuel pumps allow the fumes to gather under the body cavity and enter the vehicle through the heating and cooling system, consumer feels this is a bad design as well as a safety issue.
Following recall of fuel pump o ring we noticed a stong gas odor following each filling of the tank to capacity. Thought it was just from overflow. Finally took to dealer. Dealer reported vent breather tube cracked on top of tank. Had to replace entire tank due to the tube being molded into the tank. I agreed to have tank replaced, and then kept the old tank. Checked top of tank and could see that leakage occured, but not how. Vent tube was removable contradictory to what dealer stated. Tube not cracked. I filled tank and tipped it to put pressure on the vent tube. No leakage occurred. I'm worried that the problem wasn't fixed by replacing the tank. Now there is a new recall on fuel rail system. Mechanic at dealership said the new tank had a redesigned vent system on the top of the tank. I was charghed $789 to replace tank when tank wasn't the problem, and the dealers explanation of what was damaged was incorrect. It appears to me that there must be a problem with the vent tube seal, although it isn't apparent, or there is a lot of pressure building in the system somewhere, which causes it to flow out of vent to tank connection, although I couldn't get it to leak. If the new tank had a redesigned vent system, that tells me the previous vent system was faulty. Am I responsible for replacement if it was obviously a known problem? Please advise what I should do. I'm worried with the new recall that the car may still not be safe. The dealer did not check the fuel rail system of this vehicle before I paid for the new tank on november 1. Thanks for your help!
Ignition frequently failed to start my minivan. After a few tries, it starts. I took the car to my dealer today, and they told me that I needed a new starter motor. The dealer fixed the starter at a cost of approximately $350.00. This is a common problem in all 1996 grand voyager models. Why was there no recall from your office to have this problem fixed by chrysler at their expense? We shouldn't have to pay for the manufacturer's defective parts. Please advise me on how I could get my money back from chrysler. In addition, I have a fuel pump problem in the same car; the dealer said the fuel pump was leaking, and fixed this problem at my expense. The cost was $200.00. Our minivan is only 4 years old, and already there are so many problems with this car. Why can't your office have these problems fixed by chrysler at their expense? Please contact me as soon as possible. (e-mail: [email protected].
Prior to recall fuel pump module seal failed (99v‑216), replaced fuel tank assembly prior to notification, request reimbursement. Yh
The federal safety agency recall 99v216000 and manufacturer's recall 845 concerning fuel pump failure. Called to make an appointment. When they went to the dealer, he stated that information was not in the computer. This has happened twice. *ak
No parts available for safety recall of the fuel pump module. Nlm
There is a fuel leak at the interface fuel pump module, causing the fuel to leak into the engine. Fuel tank cap/seal has been replaced. Also, fuel vent was leaking.
Driving at 65 MPH in left lane of highway, lost ability to accelerate and the vehicle just decelerated. I was just able to pull to the side of the road. Dealer replaced the fuel pump (with refurbished part because new parts were on back order). I know of one other voyager owner with the same problem at 60,000 miles. Latest recall on fuel pump (the federal safety agency camp #99v216000 - fuel pump) makes me wonder if there is a leak of fuel, dirt,contamination, or air could also enter the pump causing premature failure of it.
The fuel pump failure (twice) is not only incovenient and expensive the 2nd time(not under warranty), but it also can be dangerous if it occurs at the wrong time, like during passing. The windshield wipers randomly turn-on is more annoying than dangerous. I do know a few more owners in central wisconsin that have the same problem. My sliding door electronic lock problem is a theft issue--the doors can't be locked when the locks malfunction-- and both sliding doors malfunctioned during the last year- again not under warranty.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: mini vans built with 3.3l and 3.8l engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. Fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a seal on the vehicle fuel rails to prevent external leakage of fuel from the fuel rail crossover tube, should the existing o-rings continue to degrade. Owner notification began on january 25, 2002. Due to the large quantity of vehicles involved in this campaign, the owner notification will be phased over the next several months. However, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible. 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 00V268000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: minivans. Fuel can leak from the fuel tank at the interface of the fuel pump module attachment.
- Risk
- If a fuel leak occurs in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump module attaching nut with a nut that includes tighter design tolerances. The sealing o-ring will also be replaced.
Recall number 99V216000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
- What is wrong
- A static electric charge can build up on the ungrounded metal section of the fuel filler tube.
- Risk
- This condition could cause a spark to occur when fueling the vehicle and possibly ignite the fuel vapors.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a ground strap for the fuel filler tube.
Recall number 96V002000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- The fuel tank rollover valve can allow fuel to pass into the vapor canister resulting in the potential for fuel leakage.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage increases the potential for a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler tube with a filler tube that has an additional rollover valve. The associated rollover valve vapor hoses will be rerouted.
Recall number 95V236000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 Plymouth Grand Voyager fuel pump
Is fuel pump failure a common problem on the 1996 Plymouth Grand Voyager?
16 of 562 owner complaints about the 1996 Plymouth Grand Voyager (3%) mention fuel pump failure. The model year with the most reports is 1996.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Plymouth Grand Voyager?
There are 4 recalls and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1996 Plymouth Grand Voyager
Airbag light 55Wipers 42Adaptive cruise 41Fuel leak 34Transmission failure 32Stalling 28Door locks 26Loss of power 18Fuel smell 17ABS 14Power steering loss 13Fire or smoke 10Brake failure 8Coil spring 7Grinding brakes 6Overheating 5Slipping 5Steering noise 5
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