Dodge Caravan 1996 - Fuel system - car safety information, failing parts, recalls, bulletins, complaints

Dodge Caravan 1996

Recalls
Technical Service Bulletins
Defect investigations
Consumer Complaints

Recalls

Campaign	Manufacturer	Manufacturing date	Type	# of units affected	Date Owner notified Mfg	Recall Initiated by	Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products	Report Recieved Date	Record Creation Date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
03E053000	WIX FILTERATION PRODUCTS DIVISION		E (Equipment)	68563		MFR	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	10/24/2003	10/31/2003
Defect Summary	Certain aftermarket replacement fuel filters, models wix filter part numbers 33576, 33577, 33734; napa filter part numbers 3576, 3577, 3734; and carquest filter part numbers 86576, 86577, 86734 used on 1996-2000 daimlerchrysler town & country, dodge caravan, and plymouth voyager vehicles, can cause the fuel lines to leak.
Consequence Summary	A possible fire can occur in the presence of an ignition source.
Corrective Summary	Wix will notify its customers and replace the fuel filters free of charge. note: this does not involve any products manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corp. nor any dailmerchrysler dealers. owner notification is expected to begin during november 2003. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact wix at 704-864-6711.
Notes	This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on chrysler town & country, plymouth voyager, and dodge caravan minivansor any other products manufactured by daimlerchrysler corporation.customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP
99V216000	DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION	from 01/01/1995 to 07/31/1996	V (Vehicle)	635469	01/09/2000	ODI	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	08/09/1999	08/17/1999
Defect Summary	Vehicle description: minivans. fuel can leak from the fuel tank at the interface of the fuel pump module attachment.
Consequence Summary	If a fuel leak occurs in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Corrective Summary	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.
Notes	Owner notification began january 9, 2000. 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 1-800-992-1997. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
95V236000	CHRYSLER CORPORATION	from 01/01/1995 to 08/01/1995	V (Vehicle)	80000	01/02/1996	ODI	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	12/08/1995	01/02/1996
Defect Summary	The fuel tank rollover valve can allow fuel to pass into the vapor canister resulting in the potential for fuel leakage.
Consequence Summary	Fuel leakage increases the potential for a vehicle fire.
Corrective Summary	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.
Notes	System: fuel; vehicle crash; cut off system.vehicle description: passenger mini-vans.note: 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 chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
00V268000	DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION	from 02/15/1995 to 09/05/1999	V (Vehicle)	1163000	01/25/2002	ODI	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	09/13/2000	09/14/2000
Defect Summary	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.
Consequence Summary	Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Corrective Summary	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.
Notes	Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP
96V002000	CHRYSLER CORPORATION	from 01/01/1995 to 12/01/1995	V (Vehicle)	265000	02/16/1996	MFR	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	01/16/1996	01/22/1996
Defect Summary	A static electric charge can build up on the ungrounded metal section of the fuel filler tube.
Consequence Summary	This condition could cause a spark to occur when fueling the vehicle and possibly ignite the fuel vapors.
Corrective Summary	Dealers will install a ground strap for the fuel filler tube.
Notes	System: fuel; fuel tank assembly; pipe; filler; neck.vehicle description: passenger mini-vans. note: 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 chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Bulletins

Bulletin	Bulletin date	Item no.	Summary	Added
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
140897	11/21/1997	6088884	Information on poor drivability with high di (drivability index) fuel. *nlm	01/11/2000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
140895	01/01/1996	46493	Bulletin applies to vehicles built prior to nov. 1, 1995 (mdh 1101xx). only 12-13 gallons of fuel are able to be added when the low fuel warning light comes 'on' (normal is 16-17) or 15-16 gallons of fuel are able to be added when the fuel	04/25/1996

Investigations

NHTSA ID	Manufacturer	Date open	Date close	Subject
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP
PE99010	CHRYSLER GROUP LLC	02/03/1999	06/11/1999	POST-COLLISION FUEL SYSTEM INTEGRITY
	The filler tube hose may separate from the fuel tank certain crash modes.

Consumer Complaints

Fail date	miles	occurences	Purchase date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
02/17/2011	151000
	Tl-the contact owns a 1996 dodge grand caravan. the contact stated that fuel was leaking from his tank in large amounts. the vehicle was inspected by a independent mechanic and they advised him that he needed to replace the tank and the fuel pump. the vehicle has not been repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and advised him that the recall was expired and could not assist him. the failure mileage was approximately 151,000. tb
09/11/2010	156398
	Tl-the contact owns a 1996 dodge caravan. while driving 30 mph he was advised by another motorist that fuel was leaking from the top of the fuel tank. the contact stated he had just fueled the vehicle. he did not pull over since he was close to his home. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic and he was advised to replace the catalytic converter. the local mechanic referred him to the dealer because of recall 99v216000, fuel system, gasoline:delivery fuel pump. the contact also stated that the mechanic at the dealer stated there was evidence of a fire from the fuel tank. the vehicle has not been repaired. the contact was advised that his vehicle was part of the recall but the dealer was not repairing the vehicle because of the fire. the dealers reasons for not repairing the vehicle were not clear by the contact. the failure mileage was 156,398 and the current mileage was 156,432. vwb
07/13/2007	100000	1
	Tl*the contact owns a 1996 dodge caravan. the contact stated that the fuel tank causes fumes to enter the passenger compartment of the vehicle, as well as fuel leakage. he stated that the fuel tank was replaced a year ago, but still emits fumes. the vehicle was previously repaired under recall # 99v216000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). the incident and purchase dates were unknown. the current mileage is 165,000 and failure mileage was 100,000.
04/13/2005		1
	1996 dodge caravan caught on fire. ts while driving the consumer smelled gas and saw smoke coming through the air vents. the consumer pulled over to the side of the road and flames started coming out from under the hood. the vehicle became engulfed in flames. nm
10/15/2001	0
	I received a recall regarding my 1996 dodge grand caravan which was repaired on january 25, 2001, by my mechanic with one stop auto. i received a two recall notices (1) dated 1/25/01 and 10/27/01, in which i am still getting the same letter for recall from them. what happen is that i had fuel up at a service station back on january 24,2001 and notice gas coming out of my car and i called my mechanic that evening and he told me (mechanic) to bring the car down the next day. i went to the shop and they discovered that it need a gas tank sending unit assy. unit and it was replaced that day. i received a recall from daimler chrysler for the reason of ring around the gas tank. i wrote them a letter because of the nature of the matter and they response to me that it was not what the recall was for. i then wrote them a letter and the response that the facts presented in my letter to them that i had not met the required conditions of the recall. so, daimler/chrysler decline my request. it cost me $523.05 to replace the unit.
01/02/2003	125000	1	12/30/1999
	No accidents yet. headlights have foggy coating on them, which we have low light visibility at night. also, when filling up tank with gas it runs out when completely full. *la

	Clockspring failure. also, performed recall 895 repairs om fuel rail seal. *ak
	160000
	While backing up, smoke began pouring from underneath the hood and burned van completely. ph
			03/01/2098
	We also have ghost windshield wipers, have had the van recalled because of the fuel rail now we have to worry that the airbag will deploy. these cars suck and should be taken off the road. dt
04/19/2002		0
	Consumer states she called her dealer to repair her recall and was told that they do not have the part to repair her auto. the name and location is as follows: brookdale chrysler /plymouth , 6121 brooklyn blvd. minnapolis, mn 55429 763--535 5200. she was told that it would be july 2002, before they could get to her auto. nm

	Periodically when turning vehicle to left or right vehicle stalls. took vehicle to dealer. dealer had fuel system checked. cause of problem unknown. please add vin. *ak

	When driving gas fumes were coming inside of vehicle. had to open window to breath. odor also came from underhood.vehicle has no aceleration power. dealer contacted. *ak
12/01/2001
	While driving, there is a very strong fuel odor. this is causing occupants of vehicle to become ill. consumer has contacted dealer. please provide any further details.*ak
08/24/2001			10/18/1995
	Smell strong ordor of gas, opened hood, found gas dripping in and filling lip of valve cover and over flowing on to the hot manifold, recall refuse to fix, all due to a o ring failure in fuel rail
11/07/2000			08/01/1996
	Multiple warning lights came on, including brake, air bag, fuel. horn stopped working.*ak

	When going up a hill at high speeds the engine completely shuts down due to a malfunction within the vapor lock. cause unknown. please give any further details. *ak
07/28/1999		1	01/01/1996
	While driving vehicle consumer started smelling something burning, and noticed smoke coming from the rear of vehicle. pulled vehicle over and stepped out. then an explosion came from the rear of vehicle. no one hurt. dealer/mfr notified. ak ml
07/10/1999		1	01/01/1996
	Fuel tank started leaking gas even though the van was not involved in any accident. could have been a real safety issue if not detected in advance. contact the dealer for replacement.
10/01/1996			01/01/1996
	Leaking gas tank.
01/10/1998		1	11/30/1995
	Vehicle's fuel tank was fill and driven for approx. 5 minutes when driver was advised that smoke was coming from beneath the vehicle. driver stopped and checked under the hood and found flames coming from the engine.
12/29/1995		9
	Vehicle lurches forward followed by deceleration/stalling problem continues after several repair attmepts. *dh

	Purchase truck about four months the fuel system was leaking under the truck chrysler bought back the truck . tt
09/23/1995
	The truck was parked on an incline and the fuel started to leak into the engine compartment. please describe. tt
07/02/1993
	Vehicle leaking gasoline from under the drivers side in the front of the vehicle, replaced fuel vapor recovery canister/gas cap/gas tank. tt
12/01/1995
	Fuel leak. please describe. tt
11/01/1995		3
	Fuel tank gauge failure, tank had caved in. tt consumer states vehicle in for service for transmission problems as well also vehicle is being service for a malfunctioned sending unit.*jb
09/19/1995
	Fuel system leakage, fuel leak in the engine compartment. tt
08/20/1995
	The van leaks gasoline or it spews it out. please describe. tt
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY
03/01/2002		1	02/01/2000
	While driving air bag light is illuminated, and horn/ cruise control are inoperative. windshield wipers come on sporadically. dealer was not contacted. ak consumer states that service engine light will not go out, fuel pump , computer and coil pacer replaced. also presently in the process of replacing clock spring. yd

	Vehicle has a gas leak under hood and is polluting interior of vehicle.*ak
10/07/2000			01/01/1996
	The fuel line from the gas tank came off spraying gasloine all over the undercarriage and exhaust. lost approximately 8 gallons of gas in a couple of miles. there is a high potential for fire should this happen again. the vehicle was inspected only a week before.*ak
07/13/2000		1	07/01/1996
	My wife was driving with the kids in the car all of a sudden the van shut off luckily she was on our street i had a friend who is a license mechanic he came over .he checked for codes in the dash but revealed none. he then looked under the van to see the gas tank had collapsed at first he thought it was from the result of hitting something. we had it towed because it wouldnt start. he put it up on the rack to see the the straps were still in tact. he said that the gas tank had just plain collapsed. he then called the dealer to ask them if there was a recall on this item they said how many miles they proceeded to say 78000 the dealer said if there was about 40000 they would cover it. my mechanic buddy also said that there was a bulletin out on this problem but not enough complaints to make it a recall.the ironic thing is the gas tank is plastic so i had to pay 940.00 for repairs. i called daimler chrysler and they gave me the run around!i am a little upset because my wife and kids could have been seriously hurt if the gas would have leaked out and ignited. could you please help me.
		2
	Fuel leaking due to failure of the o-ring on the hose connecting tank and pump, replacement failed also causing leakage. mjs
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - FUEL PUMP

	The smell of fuel filled the vehicle while being driven. the consumer stated that there were problems with the fuel pump. there were recalls that corresponded with the consumers complaint(recall numbers 99v216000, 00v268000). *nlm

	When the vehicles gas tank was filled, gas leaked out onto the ground. when the tank was half filled there was no leakage. *nlm
06/11/2002
	Fuel pump regulator is producing too much pressure, and extra pressure is causing fuel injection o-ring to fail.*ak
03/01/2002		1	02/01/2000
	While driving air bag light is illuminated, and horn/ cruise control are inoperative. windshield wipers come on sporadically. dealer was not contacted. ak consumer states that service engine light will not go out, fuel pump , computer and coil pacer replaced. also presently in the process of replacing clock spring. yd
		3
	Recall repair (99v216) was completed on vehicle, however vehicle is continuing to leak fuel, dealer told consumer that in order to fix the problem it would not be included in recall and consumer would have to pay for repairs, consumer feels this should still be included in recall. *slc
10/06/2000		0
	Consumer received a recall letter on fuel pump. called dealer and there were no parts available.*ak

	Vehicle was making a loud noise indicating that it needs gasoline. consumer filled up vehicle with gasoline, and there is still a problem. she received a recall notice. *ak
		3
	Fuel pump module failed prior to recall notice causing the vehile to stall while driving. nlm

	Recall 99 v 216 000/ fuel pump. after dealer had repaired vehicle under the recall fuel tank leaked. since the initial repair , the dealer has attempted to repair the vehicle unsuccessfully. manufacturer has been notified. *ak
08/01/1999		1	08/01/2000
	Consumer is having trouble obtaining a response in order to have recall repair completed, the consumer is experiencing poor gas mileage and gas fumes continually which may be the result of the recall component which is experiencing failure at this time (99v-216). *mjs
02/08/2000		1
	The fuel pump module seal and lock nut failed prior to recall notice 99v-216. nlm
06/11/2000		2	01/01/1996
	Consumer had fuel tank replaced because the tank had collapsed and could not be filled all the way,the fuel seals were damaged during installation causing three gas to pour out of the van in the area of the fuel pump module three days after repair. *ak
04/23/2000		1
	Consumer was unable to obtain a bill for recall work performed 99v-216 of the fuel pump module seal. nlm
01/10/1999		1
	Fuel pump module seal failed prior to recall (99v-216), the vehicle caught fire while parked in garage caused damage to the garage and another vehicle parked next to it ( attorney for client). yh
02/18/1999		1	07/01/1996
	Fuel pump failed. yh

	Consumer contacted dealer in reference to recall number 99v216000/ fuel pump. dealer corrected the recall problem, consumer noticed fuel was leaking from the tank. please provide any further details. *ak
			08/01/1996
	Over a period of 4 months, my vehicle stalled on the highway at 55 mph on 3 separate occasions. on each occasion i took the car to a dodge dealership for repair. after the third visit the fuel pump was found defective and replaced. coincidentally my last minivan, a plymouth voyager, also needed a new fuel pump at 18000 miles! after notification from chrysler re: fuel pump module seal recall i called the service manager ( charlie) at hanover dodge, 880 washington st, hanover ma. 02339 tel 781-829-9200. he said i should expect a refund from chrysler. chrysler has denied my request for reimbursment.at. *ak
04/27/2000		0
	Automobile was driving fine until consumer took it to dealer for recall repairs on fuel pump module seal and lock nut. then, on the way home, vehicle died. also, all the gas leaked out. *ak
02/24/2000		1
	Consumer is not satisfied with the recall notification, the vehicle was brought in to be repaired and was denied, vehicle had to be empty of gasoline in order to complete recall repair of the fuel pump module, the notification did not state this. (99v-216) *mjs
04/07/2000
	Recall 99v216000/fuel pump failure. dealer's next available appointment is may 22,2000. *ak
02/17/1999		3	07/15/1995
	Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to recall notification resulting in leakage on several occasions. (99v-216) *mjs

	Consumer contacted the dealer in reference to recall number 99v216000/ manufacturer's recall 845. dealer attempted to replace fuel pump, but at first they did not have the parts in stock, then caused additional problems with the fuel tank, and entire fuel tank needed to be replaced. repairs took about a month to complete, owner was informed that the recall repairs should take an hour. ak ml

	Nhtsa recall 99v216000/manufacturer's recall 845/fuel pump. had the necessary repairs done on 11-mar-2000, and the remedy failed on 12-mar-200. fuel was leaking from the bolt which had either loosened up or was not tight enough. was told by dealer that the torque setting was not adequate. manufacturer suggested to increase torque specifications. had the vehicle towed back to the dealer on 13-mar-2000. *ak
03/04/2000			09/04/1996
	Problem with getting a manufacturer's recall concerning fuel pump honored. no accessible authorized dealer. contacted dealer in anchorage, and informed consumer to fill tank with fuel. however, if vehicle showed no sign of leakages, not to worry about it. seeking help from nhtsa in this matter. ak ml
		2
	After recall repair of the fuel pump module seal (99v216) the tank seal began to leak. nlm

	Consumer received recall 99v216000 concerning fuel pump. contacted dealer, no parts were available to correct the problem. please give any further details. *ak
02/28/2000		1
	Recall 99v216 000/ fuel pump: while driving noticed smoke from hood. pulled vehicle over, and popped hood, and saw the fire on top of engine. while trying to extinguish the fire, consumer received burns to the eye area. a day later, recall notice came by mail. dealer was not contacted at this time. *ak
02/19/2000			07/01/1996
	Recall 99v216000/fuel pump: after picking up vehicle from dealer shop for recall repairs, consumer was filling vehicle with fuel and was about to start vehicle when someone noticed fuel leaking from vehicle. dealer notified of repairs failure. *ak
02/18/2000		3	08/01/1995
	Recall 99v216000. fuel lekage resulted when the tank was filled after the recall was repaired. dealer has since repaired the vehicle and the tank continues to leak fuel, third attempt to fix replaced new gas tank and fuel pump.. *ak
10/27/1999		1	09/30/1996
	Consumer was driving at 25mph on the highway. he was looking in his rear mirror and he noticed smoke trail. gasoline was dripping from underneath the pipe, and the car was on fire. when he applied brakes,the car kept moving. ak the vehicle cut off in the middle of highway traffic going 55 mph due to a faulty fuel pump which the manufacturer replaced. 15 months later fuel began to leak from underneath the vehicle causing fire while the customer was driving. yh
01/02/1998		1	08/10/1996
	Check eingine light on due to fuel pump failure. yh
		3
	Fuel pump module failed prior to recall notice causing the vehile to stall while driving. nlm
07/01/1997		1
	Fuel pump was loosing pressure causing vehicle to stall.
02/01/1998		8	01/01/1996
	We purchased vehicles through state bid process. i sent e-mail to all 100 counties in north carolina.a very high percentage of fuel pumps are failing at 20 k - 40k miles. i will ask the other county directors to also send their comments. i have replaced 4 fuel pumps this year at a cost of 500. per replacement. *ak
03/01/1999		4	05/01/1996
	The vehicle has died four times at higway speed leaving the vehicle without steeringand brakes. the dealer is unable to reproduce the defect and guesses that the vehicle has a problem with the fuel pump. the problem started at 38k or right out of the warranty and they do not know what has caused it. i have a two year old boy and have had him with me when it broke down inthe the winter. chrysler says their records are proprietary and will not tell me if they have had problems with their fuel pumps.
07/15/1997
	When the fuel tank is filled, fuel leaks from under the vehicle. the fuel pump was replaced on 7/22/97. the leakage still exists. *ak

	Owner states that there was a short in is fuel pump which resulted in his vehicle catching fire. *ak
12/28/1995		8
	Engine stalls due to faulty fuel pump. *dsh
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - DELIVERY - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
01/01/1901	46411	3
	Vehicle suffered three fuel tank failures.mr in between the three failures the consumer had the vehicle in the repair shop on multiple occasions to have the fuel system inspected. because the smell of fuel was so powerful windows had to be closed while operating the vehicle. the dealer was notified about the defective fuel pump assembly and refused to reimburse the consumers for repairs made. please respond promptly in resolving matters. cb
11/01/1996		2	07/01/1996
	Defect in head gasket caused oil to leak causing the air idle valve control,pcv,fuel filter, hormica balancing board, throttle,water pump, theromstat, iignition module to have to be repaired . timing belt was recall dodge did not put it on right causing to head gasket to leak. timing belt covers was never replace when it was recalled.was not notified of this recall timing belt broken while driving. *ak
09/01/1998		1	11/01/1995
	Seal at the top of the gas tank failed, causing leakage. also on another occasion a clip at the fuel filter broke, disconnecting the gas line, causing vehicle to experience failure. *yc

	Recall remdey did not correct the problem for the fuel tank rollover valve is allowing fuel to pass into the vapor canister. recall 95v236000. please give any further details. *ak
02/02/1999		4	08/01/1997
	Since we purchased our van in august of 1997, we have had many repairs and visits to the dealer. as of today, they have not fixed or diagnosed the brake problems. when coming to a stop or applying my brakes, a crunching sound occurs ,and i can feel it in the pedal. it is a fairly loud sound and the vibration is distracting because you lose your brake pedal for a period of 1-2 seconds. i have talked to other dodge caravan owners and plan to take a detailed survey on this matter, but, none to this point have had this problem. this leads me to believe this is a defect in the brake system or antilock brake computer system which is undetectable. this does not occur all the time, and not under the same conditions. this, also, leads me to the conclusion there is a major saftey defect here. i have had this to the dealer and they say they cant diagnose the problem. what am i supposed to do, get in an accident? i have asked that they recall my van, refund full purchase price or replace my vehicle with one similar to mine. this is not the only problem: today it was in for brakes and a blown engine head gasket. previously, catalytic converter/ blower motor/battery/ speed sensor and anti rattle bumpers that still havent corrected problem/fuel filter ground strap and fuel filler tube ground strap have been replaced. also, deglazed brakes, but still brakes squeak.finally, headlights replaced w/housing/lamp, and whatever else they have done to it while in the shop right now. it has been there since tuesday feb.02. this van is no way worth the hassles that i have been put through and i dont think anyone should have this many problems so early on. i have done extensive research on this model and have found atleast 100 complaints for transmission problems and other major repairs and undiagnosed problems with the engine. i think it is time someone stepped in and took a good look at this 96 vehicle because it is not up to saftey standards by a long shot. thank you.
11/01/1998
	Fuel lines were disconnected from the gas tank, vehicle was repaired at owners expense. dealer contacted, and cannot duplicate the problem. *ak

	Consumer was in a parking area and the high pressure fuel came loose, truck stopped. please describe . *ak
01/11/1996
	No parts available for recall work to be done. please describe. tt
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
10/15/2008	150000		09/01/1996
	Tlthe contact owns a 1996 dodge caravan. the vehicle was repaired according to a recall, but the failure has resurfaced. fuel is leaking from the fuel rail into the engine compartment, which is a fire hazard. the dealer stated that the contact would be responsible for the repair cost. nhtsa campaign id number 00v268000 the failure mileage was 150,000. updated 03/23/09. lj the consumer stated the dealer fixed the recall for recall. updated 03/23/09.*jb
12/30/2004		1
	1996 dodge grand caravan caught on fire. the problem was caused by a defective leaking fuel rail. bf recall #00v268000. sc the consumer was not told of any recall. *jb
01/03/2004	70000	1
	Vehicle was taken to the dealer for a heavy fuel smell entering the passenger cabin. dealer/mechanic determined that fuel was leaking from the o-rings on the fuel injection system. *ak
10/24/2002	90193
	The rubber o-rings failed prior to recall notice 00v-268. the consumer requested reimbursement for the repairs. ph *nlm
02/08/2002		1
	The consumer is concern she receive a recall for the fuel rail o ring. recall numer #895 the dealership has no parts available since february 2002 the dealership name anderson dodge 5711 east state stree road rockford il 61107. 815 229 2000. nlm
		1
	Consumer noticed a fuel leak on the fuel rail of the vehicle. the fuel coil crossover tube needed replacing. oblivious to the recall, consumer had the mechanic make repairs to prevent a very dangerous compartment fire. once in receipt of the recall notice, it states that if the repairs were already made prior to the recall being sent, a reimbursement would be granted. consumer wishes to be reimbursed monies paid on repairs, recall number 00v268. *jg
07/01/2002
	When parking vehicle consumer can smell gas on driver's side. took vehicle to mechanic , checked fuel injector no leak. on august 19th parked on a hill, and consumer noticed fuel in driveway. please provide any further information.*ak
02/28/2002
	00 v 268 000/fuel leakage: fuel leaking from the o ring. dealer contacted. feel free to provide any further information.*ak
03/08/2001		1
	Consumer is requesting a refund for the recall work that was performed on the fuel injection system.(00v268000)*jb
07/23/2002
	Consumer received recall notice 00v268000 concerning fuel leak. notified dealer, and they said parts will not be in until november.*ak
02/28/2002
	Vehicle leaking fuel from the sealing o ring. dealer notified. feel free to provide any further information.*ak
02/28/2002
	Recall 00 v 268 000/fuel leakage: dealer : carl gregory dodge; johnson city, tn; phone# 423/283-8600 was unable to honor recall because parts were unavailable. feel free to provide any further information.*ak

	Got recall notice and called dealer, dealer indicated no parts were available and they don't know when parts will be available. nlm
03/01/2002
	Consumer dropped off car at dealer for recall 00v268000 repairs. at the end of day dealer stated that parts were not available. *ak

	Receivedp recall notice 00v26800/ manufacturer's recall 895, and called dealer for an appointment. dealer did not have parts, and couldn't get parts in. *ak
03/18/2002		1
	There is recall, oov268000, on fuel rail leakage. dealer stated that parts would not be available for 6 months.ak consumer states that recall repairs have been completed. slc

	While driving smell of fuel entered vehicle. received recall 00v268000 letter for the same issue 3 times, and problem was not remedied as of yet. please provide any further information.*ak
01/25/2002		1	04/29/1996
	Consumer was traveling about 55mph on highway and vehicle started losing power, also there was gray smoke coming from underneath of vehicle. dealership was aware of problem. ak consumer states the manufacturer issued a recall #895 for fuel rail o-ring leak, but was not implemented. this causes the engine compartment to cathch on fire. yh
01/08/2002		0
	Fuel smell and leakage of fuel was coming from fuel injection through the manifold. had taken vehicle to dealer, and they could not state what had caused the leakage. please provide more information. *ak
09/01/2001
	Vehicle was experiencing same problem as mentioned in recall 00v268000 for a fuel leakage. dealer has been contacted for this problem, and informed consumer that this vehicle was included in recall due to vin. please provide further details. *ak
09/21/2001
	Recall 00 v 268 000/fuel leakages: vehicle leaking fuel from fuel injection rail. delaer notified, and informed consumer that this vehicle was not covered under recall due to vin. feel free to provide any further information.*ak
04/22/2001
	Fuel rail is leaking into engine. contacted dealer, and dealer does not know what the problem was. *ak
02/12/2001
	Fuel is leaking from fuel rail and o-ring seal onto motor. dealer has replaced fuel rail/ o-ring seal and gasket. a recall has been issued on vehicle's make and model; however, owner's notification has not been sent.*ak
02/27/2001		1	03/20/1999
	While traveling felt a gas smell inside vehicle. dealer has been notified that fule rail had a crack. ak the description of the failure is the same as that of nhtsa's campain v268000, but the dealer indicated that the consumer's vehicle was not included in that recall. yh
07/11/1999
	Water entered into the distributor cap which caused a fire. please provide further information and vin#. *ak
03/01/1999		4	05/01/1996
	The vehicle has died four times at higway speed leaving the vehicle without steeringand brakes. the dealer is unable to reproduce the defect and guesses that the vehicle has a problem with the fuel pump. the problem started at 38k or right out of the warranty and they do not know what has caused it. i have a two year old boy and have had him with me when it broke down inthe the winter. chrysler says their records are proprietary and will not tell me if they have had problems with their fuel pumps.
09/18/1998			07/01/1995
	While driving gas fumes get into to car, and consumer can also smell fumes around the outside of the car. consumer has contacted the dealer, says that problem is due to integral fuel gas return fitting on tank. recall was already performed on this part. problem still exists. ak ml
02/04/1996
	Received a recall notice, had the recalled vehicle repaired, the consumer smells a very bad odor since the recall was repaired, recall 665. *ak
02/04/1996
	Received a recall notice had the recalled repaired, the consumer smells a very bad odor since the recall was repaired recall 665. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - FUEL RAIL
12/08/2003		2	01/01/2000
	Nhtsa campaign id number : 02v293000 / was never informed about this recall. have had vehcile long enough to get a recall the was done in the year 2000 on some o-rings on fuel inj rails and informed. why not on this one? the orig recall that i had fixed and was informed was nhtsa campaign id number : 00v268000. *ak
		1
	Consumer received recal 00v268000 regarding fuel leakage. dealer was contacted in june ,and the parts were not available. the dealer was recently contacted, and the parts were still not available. the smell of gasoline entered the passenger cabin which the consumer said was related to this recall.*ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS
06/11/2002
	Fuel pump regulator is producing too much pressure, and extra pressure is causing fuel injection o-ring to fail.*ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE
03/01/2002
	Manufacturer's recall 895 concerning fuel rail. there were no parts available at all. name of the dealership is dewayne lane chrysler 7800 evergreen way everette wa. phone number 1888 444 526. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - AUXILLARY TANK
07/09/1995		1	06/01/1995
	When auxiliary fuel tank is full strong odors are emitted inside teh vehicle. also odor is noticeable on the exterior. ak consumer states this not not an auxiliary tank.jb
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY
07/08/2003		1
	Consumer states that while driving at any speed and with no warning consumer can strongly smell gas fumes inside the vehicle dealer notified. *ak
12/01/2002	72943	2
	In december 2002 consumer noticed fuel leaking from the filler valve. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on 1/30/2003 who replaced the filler valve and the gas tank. the consumer fells they should be reimbursed for the expenses. ak cb
05/21/2003		1
	The consumer doesn't know when the fuel tank is full or empty because of a faulty faulty sensor inside the gas tank. the dealer was notified. *nlm
09/16/2002
	Consumer states that while driving at 65 mph and no warning the fuel tank had crack causing fluid to link out and the consumer will have to refill more than often. dealer notified. mr
08/13/2002		1
	There were dark spots underneath vehicle, the vehicle was experiencing a fuel leak which caused an odor of fuel inside and outside the vehicle, the dealership was unable to find the problem, the problem was remedied at an independent mechanic.ak the mechanic found the problem to be the gas tank which was replaced. nlm
07/12/2002
	While driving fuel tank will leak fluid and could cause and fire. dealer notified.*ak
		1
	While driving, vehicle stalled due to the fuel tank collapsing on itself, dealer stated that the fuel tank needed replaced, later consumer received a recall regarding the seal in the fuel tank and took the vehicle to the dealer, however the dealer would not do the recall repairs due to the fuel tank being collapsed, consumer purchased a fuel tank from a salvage yard, however that tank was also collapsed. *slc
07/03/2000		1	08/01/2095
	Gas tank seems parting causing gas leak
11/25/2001			09/01/1995
	Fuel tank developed a crack. noticed leak and had it replaced (608.00) before anything caught fire.. *ak
08/17/2001		1	09/15/1995
	Plastic fitting molded to tank cracked, resulting in leakage. manufacturer notified , vehicle was inspected and repaired by dealer.ak also ac belt was replaced.jb
08/17/2001		1	10/01/1998
	No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak
06/04/2000		1	06/01/1995
	After filling the gas tank i parked the said vehicle on an incline with the front of the vehicle facing downhill. as i exited the vehicle, i could smell gas. i looked under the vehicle and saw gas leaking from somewhere on top of the gas tank. i moved the vehicle to level ground and the gas stopped leaking. on 06/05/2000 i took the vehicle to elmhurst dodge at which time they said the gas tank had a crack in it and would have to be replaced. the dealer also commented that they had made the same repair to three other vehicles the previous month and that the tanks were made out of plastic. the gas tank was replace under invoice #220957. dealer also replaced the fuel tank locking ring (recall 845) under invoice #221121. prior to 06/04/2000 i had smelled gas in my garage for over a year, not knowing it was coming from the vehicle.*ak
11/07/2000		1	07/01/1995
	The fuel tank cracked and was leaking. *mjs
11/01/2000		2	05/01/1999
	Fuel was leaking from the repair done under recall; others with same problem according to dealer representative.*ak
06/15/2000		1
	Consumer believes that the recall repair (99v-216) was not completed properly or has effected the electrical system in some way which has caused several problems within the system. *mjs
05/01/1998
	Airbag light stays on. also, fuel gauge/ odometer/ temperature gauge do not work, and windshield wipers come on intermittenly.*ak
07/13/2000		1	07/01/1996
	My wife was driving with the kids in the car all of a sudden the van shut off luckily she was on our street i had a friend who is a license mechanic he came over .he checked for codes in the dash but revealed none. he then looked under the van to see the gas tank had collapsed at first he thought it was from the result of hitting something. we had it towed because it wouldnt start. he put it up on the rack to see the the straps were still in tact. he said that the gas tank had just plain collapsed. he then called the dealer to ask them if there was a recall on this item they said how many miles they proceeded to say 78000 the dealer said if there was about 40000 they would cover it. my mechanic buddy also said that there was a bulletin out on this problem but not enough complaints to make it a recall.the ironic thing is the gas tank is plastic so i had to pay 940.00 for repairs. i called daimler chrysler and they gave me the run around!i am a little upset because my wife and kids could have been seriously hurt if the gas would have leaked out and ignited. could you please help me.

	Consumer received recall 99v216000.even though vehicle was not experiencing fuel leakage consumer took vehicle to antwerten dodge in randallstown,maryland as instructed in the recall letter, so that dealer could perform recall repairs. after recall repairs were done consumer started to experience fuel leakage. consumer took vehicle back 2-3 times, but defect still was occurring. dealer could not fix defect.*ak
			10/01/1999
	Engine check light came on when they finally fixed my fuel system recall problem . i replaced my oxygen sensors, it still won't go off, i have found sand up in my engine and i want to find out if this caravan was in a flood,or such
07/01/1996		1
	Consumers fuel tank is leaking fuel and was told it was dented but consumer does not recall hitting anything. nlm
01/01/2000
	When fuel tank is filled, the fuel spills out onto the ground. van was taken to dealership. the fuel tank will have to be replaced because it is split on the top. ak ml

	Consumer contacted dealer in reference to nhtsa recall number 99v216000/manufacturer's recall number 845. dealer has replaced the recall problem on two occasions. however, fuel tank is now leaking again. please provide any further details. *ak
03/20/2000		1	02/20/1999
	A month after purchase consumer discovered that the gas tank became smaller (distorted) prossibly due to improper venting.

	There is a dent in the fuel tank, which could lead to a leak or explosion. manufacturer is aware of this problem, and has offered to pick up half of the cost for a new fuel tank. fuel tank has not been replaced. please provide any further information. *ak

	Consumer contacted the dealer in reference to recall number 99v216000/ manufacturer's recall 845. dealer attempted to replace fuel pump, but at first they did not have the parts in stock, then caused additional problems with the fuel tank, and entire fuel tank needed to be replaced. repairs took about a month to complete, owner was informed that the recall repairs should take an hour. ak ml

	Nhtsa recall 99v216000 and manufacturer's recall 845/ fuel tank assembly. no parts were available. *ak
02/18/2000		3	08/01/1995
	Recall 99v216000. fuel lekage resulted when the tank was filled after the recall was repaired. dealer has since repaired the vehicle and the tank continues to leak fuel, third attempt to fix replaced new gas tank and fuel pump.. *ak
10/13/1999		2
	Both front and rear rollover valves to tank joints were leaking, tsb #665 was performed prior to incident/failure. mjs
07/30/1999		1	07/01/1997
	Fuel tank developed leak in seal around fuel tank plug pressed in at the maufacturer's facility. i called chrysler and told them my problem and they told me that they could do nothing but charge me full price to replace the fuel tank. this should have been replaced by chrsler , because it was a manufacturer's defect.

	When the gas tank is full there is a strong smell of fuel, and vehicle leaks gas. dealer couldnt find the cause. *ak

	When filling gas tank , fuel will leak onto ground, causing a fire hazard. *ak
			05/18/1999
	When filling up gas tank, gas will spill underneath the vehicle causing fire hazard. dealer told consumer not to till tank. *yc
		1	10/01/1998
	Fuel tank is leaking near top of filler cap--dealer indicated that it would b $450.00 to replace it. nhtsa action #:pe99010 stated that there was an investigation on this particular make/model on feb. 3, 1999. please let me know the results
05/01/1999		1	04/21/1999
	Plastic fuel tank is caving in, only allowing 12 gallons of gas when should hold 20 gallons. dealer / manufacturer. notified and informed consumer that repairs would be at consumer's expense. seeking help from nhtsa in this matter. ak tank replaced on 9-8-99. mjs
04/01/1999
	Fuel is leaking from the tank. dealer agreed to fix the tank, but not cover the labor. manufacturer will also cover the parts. new tank installed. ak ml
03/19/1997			07/31/1996
	Fuel tank replaced twice.

	Gas tank is leaking fuel, casuing fire hazard. complete gas tank was replaced . please provide further information. *ak
03/18/1997		1	09/01/1996
	Integrated child seat wont retract when pulled out. weatherstripping on drivers door fell off found out the drivers door was not aligned properly. constant belt noise especially during wet conditions. dealer must repeatedly tighten them. brakes pulsate when applying them. replaced numerous components on rear brakes. fuel tank would not read fuel level correctly. dealer had to replace fuel tank, fuel pump, and other components and said the fuel tank was bowed. dual sliding doors have to be repeatedly adjusted because they become difficult to slide. driver's side window regulator broke for no apparent reason. right rear child safety seat had hole in the buckle. replaced battery once.installed child safety belt extensions due to recall. van is now back in shop for unknown problems, will not start.
08/14/1999		1	06/01/1995
	Fuel port feed line failed leaking gasoline from point above fuel tank. dealer had previously replaced fuel port feed line as part of an earlier recall. dealer informed me that the replacement feed line no longer fit the original equipment fuel tank and the whole tank had to be replaced also. fuel leak was significant upon filling the tank and i had to have the leak replaced asap. possible fire hazard associated with a fuel line repair previously done under recall in 1996/97.
		1	11/01/1995
	Vehicle was leaking gas due to a crack on the top of the fuel tank, located at the emission connections. dealer replaced the tank. ak ml

	Consumer smelled gasoline caused by gas leaking from the top of the gas tank which was plastic and not sealed properly. please give any further details. *ak
09/01/1998		1	11/01/1995
	Seal at the top of the gas tank failed, causing leakage. also on another occasion a clip at the fuel filter broke, disconnecting the gas line, causing vehicle to experience failure. *yc
03/30/1999
	When son was fueling the van, he pulled nozzle out of the fueltank while the fuel pump was still running. this caused the back end of the van to catch on fire and burn up. owner not sure if the van will be totalled. *ak
12/30/1998		1	11/01/1995
	Plastic gas tank started leaking. was parked on an incline and had to call fire dept. to clean up spill, and have vehicle towed to dealer in town. dealer stated that a lot of these tanks have failed and expected a recall. stockton dodge contacted chrysler corp. for me and advised me that there is not a recall for this problem at this time . *ak
09/24/1998		1
	Driving vehicle when other drivers noticed flames coming from fuel tank. barely out of vehicle when it was engulfed by flames. had no warning & smelled no smoke. insurance adjuster & mechanic said fire was caused by hole in fuel tank, causing it to leak & ignite. there's recall #96v002000. after the recall item was repaired, owner experienced battery and computer related failures. ak ml
11/05/1998
	The consumer has problems with fuel tank. fuel tank is cracked and leaks fuel. the vehicle has a heavy fuel odor. the defects described with vehicle are related to investigation numbers ea 97002, ie 96066, and pe 96051. *ak
10/01/1996		1	11/01/1995
	Problem w/gas tank. qcaw
10/07/1997		1	05/01/1995
	Gas tank leaks.

	When has a full tank of gas fuel leaks from tank. consumer notes plastic fuel tank has ruptured. cause unknown. *ak
10/17/1996
	Complaint of thumping noise heard when stopping or taking off, 4 time, fuel tank must be at least 1/2 or more fill with gas to hear it, remove and check rear shoks, inspect rear suspension, replace tank, all to no avail.
		1	03/12/1996
	Gas tank failed.
02/03/1996		1	07/21/1995
	While filling gas tank flames came out, causing fire.
		1	06/01/1995
	Straps to the gas tank were not installed properly causing straps to rub hole into gas tank resulting in gas leak.
03/22/1997		1	03/22/1997
	Gas tank failed, causing thumping/thudding noise.
05/01/1996		1
	Gas tank failed.
10/14/1997		1	08/09/1995
	Gas fumes entered engine compartment after fillup, due to fuel leak.
09/20/1996		1	07/24/1995
	Fuel tank leaks due to incorrect factory installation.
		1	06/01/1997
	Fuel tank failed.
04/10/1997		1
	Fuel tank leaked.
06/25/1997		1	07/01/1996
	Fuel tank leaks.
		1
	While vehicle was parked fuel came out of fuel tank.owner has taken vehicle to dealers and problem has not been found.this is the first occurrence. owner is very concerned for safety. *ak
06/30/1997		3
	Fuel is leaking from the sending unit where the tank joins. also sending unit has been replaced on three occasions due to cracks which developed. *ak
09/26/1996		0	04/18/1996
	Fiber glass gas tank punctured upon striking object in roadway, resulting in fire.
06/21/1997
	When vehicle is nose down the fuel pours out of the top of the fuel tank. the fuel will also come out when the tank is filled to the top. owner is in the process of having fuel tank replaced. *ak
01/01/1997			03/01/1996
	Fuel tank is loose and moves around in excess. *ak
03/27/1997		1	09/03/1996
	Gas tank moves and makes noise on take offs and stops when tank is full.
04/01/1996		2	04/01/1996
	Fuel tank leaked while it was filled to capacity/replaced for the second time with a new tank.
07/01/1996			09/30/1995
	#pe96-051, filled tank with gas and parked vehicle. came back later and found gas had leaked under center of vehicle. after driving the gas level went down and problem did not reappear. *ak

	All fuel leaked out of fuel tank while driving vehicle and the fuel tank was replaced because of warping in the fall of 96. on 2/9/96 a clip on the fuel line had to be replaced because fuel was leaking again. *ak

	#ea97-002, when adding gas there is a bad gas smell, took to dealer who replaced the plastic gas tank and started again to smell the fumes . *ak
01/26/1997
	Was driving on highway and hit something which punctured the fuel tank, consumer thinks that there should have been a shield. *ak
11/01/1996
	Pe96-051, fuel leak , in for repair, leaking from faulty tank seal, will provide repair bill. *ak
07/15/1996		4
	Fuel tank shifts and makes loud noise whenever stepping on gas pedal, can smell strong fuel odor, fuel tank leaks from top of tank and fuel rail, dealer replaced tank and seals 2 times, still have leakage.
06/27/1996
	Fuel tank assembly, when driving fuel tank makes a loud noise, in for repairs, put a piece of insultation between the tank, in for repair, vehcile continue to have the same problem. *ak

	The gas tank was replaced because there was a leakage coming from the gas tank. please describe problem. *ak
12/01/1996		1	02/01/1996
	Gas tank weak at straps.
10/02/1996		1	06/01/1996
	Fuel tank assembly leaked, causing gasoline smell/odor to enter inside vehicle. *ak
09/21/1996
	There's a crack in the top of the gas tank, causing a leak. please describe. *ak
07/04/1996		1	03/29/1996
	Thumping noise from gas tank. *dh
07/01/1996		1
	Gasoline smell/odor due to gas tank leak. *ak
07/27/1996
	The gas tank is leaking fuel. this is the third tank put onto the van. *ak
05/31/1996		1
	Fuel tank is made of thin plastic, making it vulnerable to cuts/rips. *sd
07/01/1996		1
	Plastic fuel tank moving/buckling from the weight of the gasoline. *sd
06/20/1996
	Fuel is leaking from the fuel sending unit. *ak
05/19/1996		9
	Rock tore hole in vehicles gas tank, causing it to leak. *dh
06/03/1996
	Vehicle's fuel tank ruptured with filled tank due to ruptured seal. *ak

	Purchase truck new, there is leaking gas tank. please describe . *ak
01/21/1996		1
	Gas tank designed without interior baffle, which allows gas to slosh, causing tank to flex/thump against floorboards. *dsh
07/09/1995		1	06/01/1995
	When auxiliary fuel tank is full strong odors are emitted inside teh vehicle. also odor is noticeable on the exterior. ak consumer states this not not an auxiliary tank.jb
01/09/1996		9
	Gas leak due to missing seals. *dsh
10/01/1995		1
	Gasoline vapors leak after driving immediately after a fuel fillup. *dsh

	Consumer was driving hit a pot hole damaged the fuel tank purchase truck new . tt

	Purchase truck new the gas is leaking from the top of the gas tank . tt
12/09/1995		1	06/01/1995
	Fire ignited inside or outside of tank while filling tank; flames started shooting out of gas tank; gas nozzle caught fire, thrown to ground, ground caught fire. *jb
06/08/1995		12	06/01/1995
	The van losses power and can't climb hills. tt check engine light has illuminated, consumer states there is a fuel leak, gas tank was replaced. *slc
11/01/1995
	Fuel tank gauge failure, tank had caved in. tt
10/28/1995		1	10/19/1995
	Vehicle is leaking gasoline.the fuel tank itself is suspected. tt after filling tank, it will keep leaking out, vehicle was in garage without realizing leak, full of gas fumes, the next morning, dealer advised consumer not to fill up tank.*jb
08/29/1995		3	09/01/1995
	The fuel tank leaks constantly and they cannot fix it. tt after three trips to dealer for fuel tank problem, the dealer received a technical service bulletin from the manufacturer and replaced the fuel tank and the problem was solved. *yh
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLER PIPE AND CAP
04/07/2004	123511	3
	Consumer was told that the clock spring recall 02v293000 and fuel tank filler neck recall 96v002000 parts will take 3-4 days to be ordered, when they called the dealership to make the appointment, it has been 3 weeks and the parts were not available. also, vehicle overheated which caused the engine motor to go bad.*ak
	76000	2
	While driving the vehicle suddenly accelerated and wouldn't reverse. there was a loud noise coming from underneath the hood. the dealership indicated that the transmission failed. also, there was a fuel leak. the dealership replaced the filler neck front seal. ak the transmission was replaced.
12/01/2002	72943	2
	In december 2002 consumer noticed fuel leaking from the filler valve. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on 1/30/2003 who replaced the filler valve and the gas tank. the consumer fells they should be reimbursed for the expenses. ak cb
04/07/1999		2
	The consumer was never notified of recall 96v-002 of the fuel filler tube, as a result the static buildup caused 2 fires while the consumer and son attempted to fill the vehicle, no one was injured only singed hairs on arms and leg. nlm
			03/01/1998
	In fueling our van, on two different occasions, we have had a fire. the fire comes from the filler pipe on the van! the van was totally turned off. it does extinguish itself after awhile. we are experiencing shock constantly when we touch the van. we have had it to the dealer about the shocking problem, but not the fire. we assumed it was with our personal gas tank. contacted the gas co. and they investigated and corrected what could have been a problem. no other vehicals that are filled at this tank have experienced this difficulty. my son and i were involved the first time there was a fire. he was burnt slightly. the second time, only myself. we are concluding now, that the difficulty is within the van. we are contacting a dealer in the am but would you please assist. not only was the filler pipe on the van on fire, the hose from the stationary tank and the ground was on fire. our machinery shop and equipment could have been lost, not to mention lives! needless to say - we are scared! the fire dept. was called both times! please help!!! *ak

	A hole has developed in the gas tank, where the filler tube connects into the tank, which causes fuel leakage. please give any further details. *ak
02/02/1999		4	08/01/1997
	Since we purchased our van in august of 1997, we have had many repairs and visits to the dealer. as of today, they have not fixed or diagnosed the brake problems. when coming to a stop or applying my brakes, a crunching sound occurs ,and i can feel it in the pedal. it is a fairly loud sound and the vibration is distracting because you lose your brake pedal for a period of 1-2 seconds. i have talked to other dodge caravan owners and plan to take a detailed survey on this matter, but, none to this point have had this problem. this leads me to believe this is a defect in the brake system or antilock brake computer system which is undetectable. this does not occur all the time, and not under the same conditions. this, also, leads me to the conclusion there is a major saftey defect here. i have had this to the dealer and they say they cant diagnose the problem. what am i supposed to do, get in an accident? i have asked that they recall my van, refund full purchase price or replace my vehicle with one similar to mine. this is not the only problem: today it was in for brakes and a blown engine head gasket. previously, catalytic converter/ blower motor/battery/ speed sensor and anti rattle bumpers that still havent corrected problem/fuel filter ground strap and fuel filler tube ground strap have been replaced. also, deglazed brakes, but still brakes squeak.finally, headlights replaced w/housing/lamp, and whatever else they have done to it while in the shop right now. it has been there since tuesday feb.02. this van is no way worth the hassles that i have been put through and i dont think anyone should have this many problems so early on. i have done extensive research on this model and have found atleast 100 complaints for transmission problems and other major repairs and undiagnosed problems with the engine. i think it is time someone stepped in and took a good look at this 96 vehicle because it is not up to saftey standards by a long shot. thank you.
10/05/1998		3
	Filled vehicle with fuel. noticed that fuel had leaked out of tank. mechanic checked it & noticed defective o ring. recall on fuel tank 396v002000. *ak
08/22/1998			08/01/1995
	There is a strong smell of gas in and outside the van. consumer looked at fuel tank, and found fuel leaking from around the top of the tank and from some of the seams. the fuel tank was replaced by the dealer under a service contract. *ak
08/01/1997		1	04/01/1996
	Upon filling gas tank, gas would spill out onto the pavement.
09/15/1996		1	01/01/1996
	Fuel filler neck of tank assmbly needs to be replaced due to leakage, cause unknown. ak alternator failed. parking brake pedal keeps falling off. yh
06/02/1996		1
	Fuel tank filler pipe cracked, causing a leak prior to recall (96v-002). *ak
04/02/1996
	Dealer does not have parts available to repair recall no. 96v002000. *ak

	Mfr 670 nhtsa 96v002; keene chrysler, plymouth nh., would not schedule to replace filler tube. told owner go to another dealer or where he purchased it. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING
11/22/2000		2
	Consumer took vehicle into dealership for safety recall #845 for fuel tank and o ring to be replaced, a few months later consumer took vehicle back to dealership and stated that fuel is leaking after filling up, and after inspection of the vehicle it was determined that the o-ring that was previously recalled was leaking due to the lock ring and /or 0-ring had not been properly installed correctly on the repair made the previous day. *jb
03/01/2001		0
	There is a fuel smell inside of vehicle. she took it to dealership, and mechanic told her that rollover valve in fuel tank has a problem and it needs it to be replaced. *ak
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

	Consumer states that has problem with fuel tank. dealer was contacted. mr
05/05/2000
	Gas gauge does not register the correct amount of gas. when the needle shows half a tank, tank is really empty. this problem caused driver to run out of gas. problem was reported to the dealership. problem has not been corrected. ak ml
03/16/1996		6
	Gas gauge failed. (second vehicle on 502406, 601425) *dsh

	Fuel tank gauges do not work it does not move so you can know if the gas is in the tank. tt
11/01/1995		3
	Fuel tank gauge failure, tank had caved in. tt consumer states vehicle in for service for transmission problems as well also vehicle is being service for a malfunctioned sending unit.*jb
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE
		1	01/01/1995
	Gas tank and fuel system leaks.
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
		2
	Gas gauge inside fuel tank failed, replacement failed also. mjs
05/18/1996		1
	Fuel gauge sending unit.
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - FILLING/CHARGING
07/01/1996		1	06/01/1996
	Fuel flow control sensor valve failed.