Tank Mounting Problems of Dodge Durango - part 2

When I fill up my gas tank, the gas does not shut off, but overflows spewing gasoline out all over the place. The last two times I filled up, there was just a small amount which overflowed. Today I was doused with gasoline from my waist to my ankles.

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While filling up the fuel tank (every time), fuel pours (shoots) out through the filler neck once the tank is filled. Fuel either rushes out and down the outside of the vehicle or it squirts out dangerously with a significant amount of force. Researching this problem, I have found an official recall from Dodge for 2005 Durangos, but calls to Dodge and inquiries on their website indicate that my particular vehicle is not covered. This is a dangerous situation that could easily lead to fire, etc. As you can imagine, I am reluctant to fill up my vehicle while my children are in the car due to the increased risk of spilled gasoline on the car, sidewalk and sometimes all the way to the pump itself. I have read that you were able to help others with this ongoing problem and I am asking for your help in this matter and sincerely appreciate your consideration. This is my second submission as I have not heard back from you when I initially submitted this complaint.

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Drive to any gas station, with gas gauge on anywhere from empty to a quarter full. Insert gas pump nozzle into vehicle with normal care. Start to pump gas. Activate the "no hands" lever. When the tank is full, the pump automatically stops. A few seconds later, a significant amount of gas burps back out of the vehicle. Enough fuel is spilled to wash all down the side of the vehicle and splash onto the operator. An ignition source would cause quite a fire. This spill has happened regularly for a few years and the only way to prevent it is to intentionally stop the pump before the tank is full. This is not an operator issue - it happens to whomever pumps the gas, at any gas station. It has happened for a few years. As I searched the internet for the repair, I see a large number of identical complaints, and even videos with the exact issue. So I finally decided to add my voice to the mix.

While filling up the fuel tank (every time), fuel pours out through the filler neck once the tank is filled. Depending upon the type of fuel pump being used, fuel either rushes out and down the outside of the vehicle or it squirts out dangerously with a significant amount of force. Researching this problem, I have found an official recall from Dodge for 2005 Durangos, but calls to Dodge and inquiries on their website indicate that my particular vehicle is not covered. This is a dangerous situation that could easily lead to fire, etc. As you can imagine, I am reluctant to fill up my vehicle while my children are in the car due to the increased risk of spilled gasoline on the car, sidewalk and sometimes all the way to the pump itself. I have read that you were able to help others with this ongoing problem and I am asking for your help in this matter and sincerely appreciate your consideration.

Dodge Durango 2005, recently has begun to blow gas out of the tank after filling. Every time I fill the tank a large amount of gasoline explodes from the tank and constitutes a nuisance and a serious hazard due to the gas spill.

Fuel tank overflow I have a 2006 Dodge Durango that I absolutely "love" except the fact that the past 12 months has developed a problem. Every time I fill up with gas (even at different stations), my gas tank over fills and gas is "gushing" out and a good amount is lost. My concern is not so much the expense in waste of extra gas I need to pay for. But, I have gas dripping down the side of my truck and in between my bumper fascia. And, this also causes a great scent of gasoline that also somehow gets into the vehicle, and lingers for quite a bit of time afterwards. I have purchased this vehicle mainly for the safety and security it has given me while driving my 4 year old son. He hates the smell of gas. I now fill up when I do not have him in the truck. I have done some research and discover a recall id# 58886 which seems to describe the same exact situation I am having. Unfortunate for me, this recall was for 2005 Dodge Durango's and not 2006. I would like to have this situation investigated. I would like to request a recall for 2006 Dodge Durango's be considered as well. In speaking with my gas station petroleum pumper's, they all (at various stations such as sunoco and hess) mention to me that a lot of Durango that come in have that problem. So, it does make me feel better knowing I am not alone. This is still a consistent problem that really, for safety reason must be resolved. Unfortunately, there are many inconsiderate people that I have come across at gas stations that take pleasure in discarding their lit cigarettes onto the ground. And, I will be very upset (if I was to live) if that ignited light came in contact with gas that has spilled out of my vehicle. I greatly thank you for taking the time to read my concern. And, I really am hoping that you can help to resolve my situation, and others in my area.

There was no incident that led to this happening. It seemed to begin for no reason. Whenever I fill my gas tank, if I do not stop the pump before the tank is full, it overflows. This happens any time I fill the tank full. A significant amount of gasoline spills when this happens. Dodge issued a recall for this exact problem on 26,000 other 2005 Dodge Durangos, but refuses to include my vehicle in this recall #05v-034. I have no repaired the problem.

When the tank was filled with gas and the auto shut off on the dispenser engaged, gas would spew out of the vehicle under very high pressure. . The fueling problem is one that confounds me. If you allow the fuel dispenser to pump until it automatically stops, you will be greeted with a high pressure spray of fuel that will cover you and anyone standing on the opposite side of the pump. It has been this way for several years. It seems that there are many recalls for check valves in fuel tanks, but none of them cover my VIN number. The Dodge place would be happy to repair the problem for just over $700 according to my quote, an amount that unwitting fuel customers on the opposite side of the pumps from me might think worthwhile. On more than one occasion, my wife and I have been on the receiving end of that fine fuel spray, only to wonder why Dodge will not fix an obvious safety problem.

Bought car in 2007 had to replace one key because of electronics at 180 dollars each, 2009 changed car battery had to reset keys at 80 dollars, 2011 keys need replaced again at 130 dollars each. Bad design so they can keep fleasing you for money. Also had fuel tank replaced, brake lines rubbed together causing hole in line and loss of brakes, dust cover on drivers seat belt broke off, screws in back tail gate keep loosening and falling out.

When pumping gas, something in the gas tank will not shut off the gas pumping into the tank. If you are attempting to fill the tank, a large amount of gas spills everywhere including on the person pumping gas, on the car and all over the ground as the gas station. This is not alleviated from constantly pumping it by hand instead of the automatic. Our dealership said they have seen several of these complaints. The only way to correct is replacing the entire gas tank. I am concerned about the risk of fire due to the amount of gas just from filling tank. This has occurred since we purchased our used vehicle.

I have read about three recalls for my truck (1999 Dodge Durango). I have not even been notified by Chrysler. I though that they are suppose to notify you,especially with one of them being a part to the gas tank. Thanks for your web page. . . . Joe s.

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Recall 99v342 000/tank attaching straps: been waiting on dealer to honor recall notice. Kept on informing that they are still waiting for the parts. Please provide further details.

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Recall 99v342000/ fuel tank attachment parts. Consumer responded to recall notice. Contacted dealer for appointment. Part was not in service department. Consumer said dealer was rude. She told consumer that didn't have time to get information and to contact consumer when part comesin & hung up.

Manufacturer's recall notice received, and taken vehicle to dealer for repairs. Dealer repaired tank strap, but unwilling to honor brake tube.

Consumers fuel straps were fatigued and consumer believes that is how his vehicle caught fire after skidding on slick pavement and tipping over prior to recall noticifation. Nlm.

Consumer state fuel tank strap had broken causing fuel tank to hang down. Dealer has been contacted and repair vehicle. Please provide further information. Ts.