7.8

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,801 miles

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1996 Dodge Caravan fuel system problems

fuel system problem

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1996 Dodge Caravan Owner Comments

problem #8

Oct 222003

(reported on)

Caravan

  • 46,411 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Vehicle suffered three fuel tank failures. 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.

- Corvallis, OR, USA

problem #7

Nov 011996

Caravan

  • miles
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.

- Lawrenceville, GA, USA

problem #6

Sep 011998

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Chantilly, VA, USA

problem #5

Apr 301999

(reported on)

Caravan

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Recall remdey did not correct the problem for the fuel tank rollover valve is allowing fuel to pass into the vapor canister. Recall 95V236000.

- Peach Tree, GA, USA

problem #4

Feb 021999

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Akron, OH, USA

problem #3

Nov 011998

Caravan

  • miles
Fuel lines were disconnected from the gas tank, vehicle was repaired at owners expense. Dealer contacted, and cannot duplicate the problem.

- Brookland, NY, USA

problem #2

Jun 111996

(reported on)

Caravan

  • miles
Consumer was in a parking area and the high pressure fuel came loose, truck stopped.

- Fort Lauderd, FL, USA

problem #1

Jan 111996

Caravan

  • miles
No parts available for recall work to be done.

- Jensen Beach, FL, USA

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