Tank Assembly problems of the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan - part 1

Fuel leaking from the fuel tank and the injection base. Start January 20 ,2014. I am a new owner.

The contact stated that gas tank had to be replaced. It was falling apart at the top of the tank. When filling the vehicle up with gas it spilled everywhere. The gas was seeping out of the top. He called the dealer and it was not under recall. Updated 11/29/05.

1994 Dodge caravan le, v6, 3. 8 l. Leaking fuel tank. Fuel leaks when vehicleã‚??s tank is filled. Fuel run off from the top side of fuel tank between the floor and top of gas tank. Vehicle fuel does not leak after 2-4 gallons of fuel is burned. Vehicle has no accident history.

Occasional fuel smell from car for many months. After filling and parking car with rear end on up hill incline noticed gas pouring out from under car from top of gas tank. Took to dealer they said all recalls were performed. They dropped tank and informed me the plastic tank was splitting at the seam on top. Not a Dodge problem . My cost to replace $900. 00. I think this is a manufacturer defect since I have been informed by several outside mechanics that they have replaced quite a few of these Chrysler fuel tanks. The potential for fire is great for some one passing by and flipping a cigarette.

The consumer stated vehicle was leaking fuel from fuel tank, and has already had three fuel related recalls. There was a defective roll over valve. The vehicle is currently at the dealership. They have not stated why the problem was happening. Also called the manufacturer. The fuel leaked when the tank was relatively full. The problem was noticed four or five months ago. On July 21, 2005 there was fuel under the vehicle. Consumer stated it was his wife's vehicle.

The fuel tank cracked and leaked fuel. The consumer was told that the problem was due to the fuel tank assembly which had additional brackets. The consumer felt that this was a design flaw. Scc.

Fuel tank leaked profusely when full. Tank had a leaky vent on top repaired cost $300. I noticed several of these tanks setting around the dealers repair area that have been replaced. Dt.

The fuel tank was leaking fuel. Ts.

Fuel tank developed a crack and caused fuel leakages. Dealer notifed. Feel free to provide any further information.

Vehicle has a hole on top of gas tank, and tank is leaking gasoline. Dealership is aware of problem.

The consumer requested reimbursement for fuel tank replacement. . The consumer noticed a leak under the van, and seeing the leak become worse after filling up the vehicle, the consumer discovered the van was leaking gasoline. The fuel tank was replaced.

The consumer states taking the vehicle in for the fuel leak recall(NHTSA id#00-v-268-000 manufacturer recall id# 895). The vehicle had a leak at the top seam of the fuel tank. The consumer states each time the tank was filled the smell of gas lingered for at least two days. The problem did not start until the recall was performed. The dealer was notified.

This is a followup on odi 757393 submitted on 1/24/2002 and amended 1/27/2002. Upon towed return of vehicle to service agent repair shop, service agent investigated visible gasoline leak. Upon careful examination of the replacement vent assembly, service agent reported that while the part "looked" like the right part; it indeed was an incorrect part. The service agent said the part was previously packaged and shipped in a box with the correct part number; however in conversations with daimlerchrysler, it was only then determined to be an incorrect part. They could only distinquish the part by its vendor manufacturer's "casting number" cast into the assembly. Chrysler verified that this was indeed an incorrect part; and a replacement vent assembly was ordered and replaced. This alleviated the prevous leak. Service agent reports his technician could not distinguish the incorrect part from the real part, and felt it was securely tightened, but the apparent clearances and slight size differences allowed the gasoline leak to develop. No leak was further noted with the complete fill-up of the gas tank by the owner. It is noted that the service agent had no "special" procedure for testing the gas-tightness of the gas tank as he had not previously filled the tank to overflow to check same. This appears to be a "deficiency" in tank replacement procedure, as it was only when the owner subsequently filled the tank that the original leak was ever detected.

Owner reported raw fuel odor after filling fuel tank. Previous TSB #845 recall (o-ring) was performed 04/21/2000 and verified ok. Service agent reports vent assembly on gas tank defective and leaking. Fix involved complete replacement of gas tank with new model, as present vent assembly is no longer manufactured nor compatible with original tank. Dodge post warranty participated for 50% of matl cost of tank only. Dissatisfied owner made to incur $302 matl/$100 labor + tax to incur fix. Owner requested defective part; Dodge service agent refused citing not applicable to extended post warranty offer and need for service rep to account for same. Would only release part if owner fully paid for fix. (sounded like a ruse. ) owner was forced to accept offer in light of safety concerns. Suggest investigation of defective part, as currently held by service agent and why original part is no longer available to accommodate repair making the fix to manufacturer's new designs(desires)? owner has expressed his total dissatisfaction to service agent with no results, short of suggested withdrawal of offer. Service manager suggested if owner did not wish to participate in the "fix" he would suggest that the owner not completely fill up the gas tank. Owner notes an extremely close proximitiy of the defective original (and replaced) plastic vent assembly to rear muffler assembly. The replacement tank is also plastic. The original gas tank was reported to be "good" at time of recall, and at time of replacement. Service manager alluded to free replacement of tanks shown to buckle or bow at time of recall #845. Similar offer was not extended at present time of replacement of gas tank.

Fuel gauge fluctuates, within a period of 10 minutes it will show 1/2 a tank, then almost empty.

After filling up fuel tank consumer was driving up an upgrade when front seam on gas tank split and allowed gas to leak out, putting vapors in passenger compartment. Took vehicle to dealer, and they replaced fuel tank. Please provide any further information.

Recall 99-v2-216-000/ manufacturer 'sid recall 895 concening fuel leak from tank immediately after it was filled. Consumer never got a chance to pull off from the gas station after paying, and noticed at least half was on the ground. Dealer was notified, and never located cause of problem. Vehicle was previously serviced for a recalls in January and April of 2002 for fuel leakage. Please provide more information.

When vehicle was parked on a decline, fuel would leak out when it was full or 3/4 full. Mechanic indicated ball unit that prevents fuel from leaking out of the tank convertor was failing and not sealing it off.

Plastic fuel tank ruptured for no apparent reason-gasoline leaked into garage.

While traveling on highway there was a fuel smell coming from inside of the vents, and fuel was leaking from underneath the vehicle. Built in check on top of fuel tank was cracked and leaking. . .

A crack was found in the top of the gas tank by the dealer when I brought the vehicle in for correction of a fuel system related recall. Either they cracked the tank during the repair or it was already cracked. It makes no sense that a gas tank should crack. I have had no accident with this vehicle and it is driven carefully. I asked the dealer if this was a recall item and they said no. However, after having the tank replaced I found out that a new tank has been designed for replacement. Why would Dodge need to redesign the tank if it was designed properly in the first place? if other tanks have this problem of cracking, there is certainly a major safety problem for owners of these vehicles. Please investigate the ocurrence of this problem with these vans. Thanks.

Strong gas smell in garage. Tank 3/4 full. Dealer said tank leaking from vent tube access cover and could not be repaired. No indication of damage to tank; lea caused by natural flexing. Mechanic said he had replaced several tanks and new tanks re-designed to solve problem. This is dangerous problem - fire hazard. Re-design indicates Chrysler has acknowledged problem but has not initiated recall action.

I noticed a strong gasoline smell after van had been parked on garage over night. The tank was about 3/4 full. The repairing dealer said the tank was leaking at a vent tube access panel and could not be repaired.

Fuel tank leaks from top if filled completely.

A hole developed on top of fuel tank. Exact thing happened to friend w/ same vehicle, same year, and about the same milage. Would leak gas and create strong fumes when tank was fairly full.

The top of the fuel tank which is also attached to the vehicle cracked, resulting in a fuel leak which may cause a fire. Dealer need to replaced fuel tank. Please provide further information.

Consumer noted fumes/ gas smell within the vehicle when exiting and entering, further inspection of vehicle indicated fuel leaking. Consumer contacted the dealer, dealer determined the cause of the problem to be the gas tank which was split at the seam, dealer has replaced the fuel tank.

Had filled vehicle with fuel, drove home & parked vehicle. Had noticed fumes coming from inside of garage. The fuel had leaked out of fuel tank. Notified fire department of fumes & leaking gas. Was informed to dry vehicle & take vehicle out of garage.

Ea99013, the valve located on top of the gas tank leaks, which may cause a fire if there is a source of ignition. Tank replaced by dealer, at half cost to the owner.

This defect in my opinion represents a serious possibility of causing a fire. Gasoline is leaking on to the road surface below the car especially when the tank is over half full. Chrysler yesterday declined to replace the gasoline tank due they said to the vehicle's high mileage. A fire could easily start by a spark or a thrown cigarette. The local dealer said the the cost to replace would be around $450. 00. I don't think I should pay for this as I have done nothing to cause it. The failed part is located on top of the fuel tank such that it is protected from road rocks, debris, or just about any conceivable hazard that would be encountered in normal or even harsh driving conditions. This car is never taken off the hard road. Thank you.

When filled fuel tank around the top seam began to leak. Dealer contacted and could not remedy problem. Repairwork done at owner's expense.

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Fuel tank leaked and Dodge would not replace as the vehicle was out of warrenty.

Fuel is leaking from fuel tank.

Ongoing problem with fuel tank leaking. Dealer notified and replaced tank at owner's expense.