Tank Assembly Problems of Dodge Grand Caravan - part 2

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

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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.

Consumer is calling in regard to fuel tank assembly fitting for vehicle. Consumer feels that the fitting should be changed. Please provide further details.

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While pumping fuel into vehicle sliding door has came back and broke fuel cover door,knocking handle out of tank, and out of consumer's hand. Some of the fuel spilled onto consumer. Dealer was notified, and unwilling to assist. Provide any further information.

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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.

A leak was discovered in the fuel tank assembly at the point where the fuel filling tube connects to the fuel tank. Upon noticing the leak, I contacted the dealership where I purchased the vehicle about 3 months prior. They replaced the entire fuel tank assmbly as well as a seal. I feel that this failure is a manufacturer defect because the vehicle is in otherwise excellent condition and there was no physical damage of any kind to the fuel tank assembly that could have caused such a failure. This is a serious safety/fire hazard and we are fortunate that the leak was discovered before any fire or injuries occurred. I do not feel that I should have been responsible for payment to repair this type of defect. I have contacted daimler chrylser corporation and they currently have no recall information on my vehicle. However, I did find a recall on the 1996 Dodge caravan with a similar problem. The campaign number was 98v18500. I would appreciate any assistance you can provide in this investigation.

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Fuel would leak from gaskets "o" ring from gasoline tank, which was corroded. The leak was from connection between tank and fuel line.

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A frontal offset crash test was performed, when the vehicle was rotated 90 degrees onto its side during the routine post-crash investigation of the underbody a stoddard fluid leak was observed near the fuel tank, the leak continued for 36 min until the vehicle was returned to its normal position, inspection of the tank showed that the leak originated from the top right side of the fuel tank where the sender unit makes a seal with the tank housing. Nlm.

While consumer pulled into a school driveway to let out his child, fuel tank completly dropped off underneath the vehicle. Dealer notified, and repairs being made at consumer's cost.

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.

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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.

Dealer claims gasket was not installed in fuel line. Gasket is not available separately, so entire tank assembly must be replaced. Dealer opted to squirt sealer into line for repair. Driver's side sliding door rattles badly. Dealer adjusted striker, door got worse. Technician claims rattle is normal.

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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.

When the fuel tank is empty and the weather is hot, upon filling up the fuel tank, fuel leaks from the gasket on the tank. The fuel tank will leak about 3 gallons of fuel when only 18 gallons of fuel in put in the tank. The fuel tank is a 20 gallon tank. The dealer tightened up the gasket on the fuel tank. A new fuel tank and gasket as also been ordered.

Gas tank leaks when the fuel level exceeds 3/4 of the tank.

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

Fuel tank leaking at the top of the tank where sending unit is located.

Gas tank leaks gas . The fuel tank split on top. Dealer found the plastic tank had split on top, consumer had to wait for 2 weeks for replacement due to national back order.

The fuel tank cracked, causing a fuel leak, which if ignited may cause a fire. Dealer replaced fuel tank 2 times. Cause unknown. Dealer cannot determine problem. Please provide details.