Fuel Pump Problems of Dodge Caravan - part 1

The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start up without warning. Her father inspected under the hood and discovered that the wiring within the fuse box was melting due to the fuel pump relay. The contact went to an independent mechanic where she purchased jump wire cables and fuses. Her father repaired the vehicle and the vehicle resumed normal driving operation. Recently, while her son was stopped at a stop light, the vehicle began shaking and shut-off without warning. Her son was able to restart the vehicle however, the failure returned soon after start-up. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the replacement wires had started melting. Despite the failure, the contact's son was able to drive the vehicle home where it remained. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. The VIN was not available.

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I noticed a strong gasoline smell whenever I approached the car. I took it to my mechanic and he knew immediately what was wrong and said he had already repaired 3 or 4 Dodges with the same problem. The fuel pump was replaced because the housing was cracked and caused fuel to leak. I found no recalls for this issue.

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My 2005 Dodge Caravan smelled strong gasoline odor in and out. When I took it to the mechanic he knew exactly what was wrong because he serviced 3 vans like mine with similar issue. When he lifted my van and started the gas started to pour. The fortunate part was that I am lucky that it didn't explode on me while driving. Here is the worst part, I called rancho Jeep Chrysler in san diego to order a new fuel pump, I was told that the parts is nationally back ordered and it will take 3 to a month waiting period and nowhere available as per parts technician. If it is back ordered nationally, will it constitute recall? this situation is a major safety violation just waiting a major explosion to occur. My van only has 50k miles in it and I bought it brand new and always service timely. I am hoping that the company will take some action immediately to prevent costly lawsuits. I am receiving all my receipts as a proof when something happen. I will be the first one to come forward. My second complain is the lock, it is very uncomfortable if you manually lock and unlock all doors. I have to pull out the iod fuse every time to reset, this is also a national issue because I found this from the blogs of other Dodge Caravan owners. My 3rd complain is why is my front brakes always shake no matter what I do to it. I replaced both rotors and pads 3x and still warping.

My 2005 Dodge Caravan smelled strong gasoline odor in and out. When I took it to the mechanic he knew exactly what was wrong because he serviced 3 vans like mine with similar issue. When he lifted my van and started the gas started to pour. The fortunate part was that I am lucky that it didn't explode on me while driving. Here is the worst part, I called rancho Jeep chryler in san diego to order a new fuel pump, I was told that the parts is nationally back ordered and it will take 3 to a month waiting period and nowhere available as per parts technician. If it is back ordered nationally, will it constitute recall? this situation is a major safety violation just waiting a major explosion to occur. My van only have 50k miles in it and I bought it brand new and always service timely. I am hoping that the company will take some action immediately to prevent costly lawsuits. I am receiving all my receipts as a proof when something happen. I will be the first one to come forward. My second complain is the lock, it is very uncomfortable if you manually lock and unlock all doors. I have to pull out the iod fuse everytime to reset, this is also a national issue because I found this from the blogs of other Dodge Caravan owners. My 3rd complain is why are my front brakes always shakes no matter what I do to it. I replaced both rotors and pads.

The contact owns a 1996 Dodge Caravan. The contact was driving 30 mph when he was advised by another motorist that fuel was leaking from the top of the fuel tank. The contact had just refueled the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic and the contact was advised to replace the catalytic converter. The mechanic also stated that there was evidence of a small fire from the fuel tank. The mechanic referred the contact to the dealer to inquire about a potential recall on the vehicle (NHTSA campaign id number: 99v216000, fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump). The dealer advised that the vehicle was included in the recall but the dealer refused repairs because of the damages from the small fire. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 156,398 and the current mileage was 156,432.

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2007 Caravan with 11300 miles. I have had trans problems since 800 miles. Dealer calls it a bump stop however can't fix it because no service light is on. Now hearing strange sounds from drivers side rear (electric fuel pump) dealers mechanic says change it but Dodge corporate says no light again so don't fix.

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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.

The contact owns a 2003 Dodge Caravan. When the vehicle was started in hot weather, the contact heard a loud whining noise coming from the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and they stated that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. The current mileage was 69,000 and failure mileage was 50,000. Updated 09/16/08. Update 09/18/08.

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The contact owns a 1997 Dodge Caravan. The contact received a safety recall notice for the vehicle after paying for the related repairs. The contact stated that the fuel pump was replaced three times. The contact had two faulty fuel pumps, and broke down twice while driving 35 mph. The vehicle was towed twice . The failure mileage was 110,000. After the third failure the mechanic installed a brand name other than the one listed on the recall notice. The contact requested 100% reimbursement and received 50% for the repairs. The replacement fuel pump wasan after market fuel pump module and the safety recall notice was from recall management, inc. , and the manufacturer of the part was master/tigas. The contact would like a copy of the complaint sent to master tigas and not daimler Chrysler due to the specifics listed on the recall notice. The current mileage was 145,000. Updated 03/19/07.

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: the contact stated after refueling, the vehicle would not start. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop where it was determined the fuel pump detached, fell into the tank assembly and needs to be replaced.

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1991 Dodge Caravan. Consumer writes in regards to anti lock brake system recall and seeks reimbursement for repairs. The consumer stated he paid for the repairs on April 20, 2006 and was charged $376. 73, even though a recall had been issued. The consumer experienced abs problems again in December 2013. The consumer stated the recall letter stated if the problem occurred again, Chrysler would cover any repairs. The dealer informed the consumer, he had to pay $112 for a diagnostic test, to see if the problem would be covered, under the recall. The dealer then informed the consumer, they didn't have the equipment to test his vehicle, due to the age. However, a few days later, the dealer informed the consumer, they had the equipment, but it would cost $336. The consumer declined the test. Also, the transmission, starter, fuel pump, ignition coil blocks , serpentine belt, pulleys, power steering pump, and radiator were all replaced. Updated 04/16/14.

Contacts was on the interstate going approximately 70 mph, the engine lost all power. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer and there was a fuel pump replaced, but this did not fix the problem. The dealership suggested a CO-pilot on the vehicle, but they do not have one to put on the vehicle.

Fuel pump regulator is producing too much pressure, and extra pressure is causing fuel injection o-ring to fail.

The plastic cap that seals the gasket sealing the fuel pump in the top of the gas tank popped off and gasoline was pumped out all over the inside of the engine and poured out all over the highway leading to emptying of the gas tank and major risk on the highway. There were no holes in the gas tank and the plastic cap was not broken, it had simply popped off leading to this potentially disasterous problem. Car needed to be towed, gasoline all over theplace, and major fire hazard.

Consumer received a recall letter on fuel pump. Called dealer and there were no parts available.

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.

Consumer was unable to obtain a bill for recall work performed 99v-216 of the fuel pump module seal. Nlm.

Recall 99v216000/fuel pump failure. Dealer's next available appointment is may 22,2000.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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. .

The fuel pump module seal and lock nut failed prior to recall notice 99v-216. Nlm.

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).

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.

Vehicle experienced failure of the recall component prior to recall notification resulting in leakage on several occasions. (99v-216).

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.

The defective fuelpump retainer ring broke, causing a fuel leak in which if there was a source of ignition it may start a fire. Dlr cannot determine problem.

Gas tank leaking on several occasions due to faulty fuel pumps.

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.

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.

Fuel pump was loosing pressure causing vehicle to stall.

Fuel tank leakage while parked in garage, could smell gasoline. First time dealer replaced gas tank, second time, gas leaked onto garage floor and dealer replaced fuel pump.

Engine stalls due to faulty fuel pump.