Tl*the contact owns a 1996 plymouth voyager. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, he smelled a fuel odor. The contact noticed a fuel leak from the rear of the fuel tank. The dealer stated that the fuel module needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were approximately 92,000.
1996 Plymouth Voyager: gas smell in the cabin
9 of the 752 complaints about the 1996 Plymouth Voyager describe gas smell in the cabin.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 4
Is there a fix? There are 4 recalls for this area of the car. See below
Gas smell in the cabin by model year
- 19993
- 19984
- 19978
- 19969
- 19943
- 19931
- 19901
What owners say
A distinctive gasoline odor occurs when the fuel tank is filled to it's maximum capacity. Teh dealer was aware and indicated the entire tank needed replacing. Consumer suspects the problem was only with the o ring and not the whole tank.
A gasoline odor is detected while riding in passenger compartment during normal operation of vehicle. This odor can also be detected when standing next to vehicle while it is not in use. An independent mechanic has examined vehicle, but cannot determine cause of problem. *ak independent mechanic does not perform engine work, but installed new air filter, consumer is reluctant to take vehicle to dealer due to potential charges.
I just read that a recall is pending on this problem. We had the original recall work done on the van, but have experienced periodic episodes of raw fuel smell in the cabin. Our local dealer said they had done all the work covered by the original recall, had no responsibility for more work, but would make repairs at our expense. This is amazing, the kind of irresponsible and reckless situation I see on 60 minutes, but have never personally experienced before now.
Ther was a strong fuel odor outside of vehicle, consumer had taken vehicle to dealer, who noticed a leak at rollover valves. Dealer stated that entire fuel tank needed replacement. *ak consumer stated problem seems to have been in existance for a number of years, also air condition not cooling properly, and the fan motor blower seems to be inoperative.
Even though van has been serviced under recall # 99v216000 twice on 2/21/00 & 2/25/00, there is still a strong odor of gas fumes inside van when fuel is put into tank. Odor lasts for about 1/2 hour.*ak dealer stated that during fueling, gas fumes get under the vehicle which is normal. The windshield wipers come on when turn signals are turned on and sometimes while driving over bumps, the windshield is scratched because of this, this problem has been taken to the dealer 4 times.
Gas fumes are coming up into the van. When the van was taken to the dealership, dealer stated that the fuel tank was leaking where the sending unit comes out. The van was repaired at owner's expense. The van was not included in recall # 99v216000 fuel; fuel pump. Van had the same problem as stated in recall.
Consumer is haviing a problem with smelling gas fumes in the car while driving, when vehicle is parked, and upon exiting the vehicle. Dealer has been contacted.
#pe96-051, there is a gas smell in the truck, took to dealer who said that fuel tank is leaking and placed the fuel tank have full, taken to dealer seven times with problem .
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 Voyager fuel smell
Is gas smell in the cabin a common problem on the 1996 Plymouth Voyager?
9 of 752 owner complaints about the 1996 Plymouth Voyager (1%) mention gas smell in the cabin. The model year with the most reports is 1996.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Plymouth 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 Voyager
Airbag light 70Wipers 68Adaptive cruise 51Stalling 30Fuel leak 25Door locks 24Transmission failure 24Fire or smoke 20ABS 16Loss of power 16Fuel pump 15Grinding brakes 11Power steering loss 11No deployment 10Overheating 10Check engine light 9Headlights 9Brake failure 8Fuel gauge 6Jerking 6Won't shift 6Coil spring 5
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