The braun corporation is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 chrysler town & country and dodge caravan commercial entervans which were altered by braun between january 21, 2009 and march 19, 2010. During conversion, the chassis was raised and the...
Fuel system
Dodge Caravan Fuel System problems by year
617 complaints filed with NHTSA about the Dodge Caravan's fuel system. Fuel pumps, leaks, injectors, fuel smells, gauges and stalling caused by fuel delivery.
Fuel System complaints by model year
| Year | Fuel System complaints | Crashes | Injuries | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2001 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2000 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| 1999 | 20 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 1998 | 41 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 1997 | 60 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| 1996 | 212 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| 1995 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1994 | 20 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1993 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1992 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 1991 | 27 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1990 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1989 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1988 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 1987 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1986 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1985 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Fuel System recalls
Certain airtex fuel pump modules, p/nos. E7089m, e7094m, e7113m, and e7129m, manufactured between june 1 and september 24, 2006. These fuel pump modules were sold as aftermarket for use in certain daimlerchrysler vehicles listed above. Silicone material...
Certain aftermarket replacement fuel filters, models wix filter part numbers 33576, 33577, 33734; napa filter part numbers 3576, 3577, 3734; and carquest filter part numbers 86576, 86577, 86734 used on 1996-2000 daimlerchrysler town & country, dodge caravan...
Vehicle description: mini vans built with 3.3L and 3.8L engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. Fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
Vehicle description: minivans. Fuel can leak from the fuel tank at the interface of the fuel pump module attachment.
A static electric charge can build up on the ungrounded metal section of the fuel filler tube.
The fuel tank rollover valve can allow fuel to pass into the vapor canister resulting in the potential for fuel leakage.
Fuel tank flanges were not bent as required to allow the specified clearance for the fuel tank mounting straps and fuel lines at the tank.
Fuel tanks may be constructed of improper material.
Fuel tanks may have been damaged during tank manufacture.
The metal fuel supply tube may crack at the fuel pump end due to vibration. The crack may result in fuel leakage. (The fuel supply tube connects the fuel pump to the fuel filter.)
Latest Caravan fuel system complaints
The vehicle is turning off completely ir dying when driving. This is happening multiple times. I have to coast safely to pull over, can barely steer to get off the road. This happened 3 times on the way to town. This is very dangerous, I was lucky that I was able to pull over. If I was on express way I would have been in a crash.i don't feel safe driving the car with it cutting off intermittently without any warning.
The contact owns a 1996 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a strong gasoline odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, he opened the hood and noticed a fuel leak on top of the engine. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact made a local dealer aware of the failure; however, the vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
The contact owns a 1999 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the serpentine belt failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the serpentine belt needed to be replaced. The serpentine belt was replaced however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was then taken back to the dealer a third time where the serpentine belt was replaced again however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The dealer was not notified the third time. Additionally,...
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The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 00V268000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that a friend had jumped his vehicle due to the battery had failed when gasoline started to spill onto the engine. The vehicle was not diagnosed. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure multiple times but the contact stated that the service rep disconnected and the call would be redirected. The failure mileage was approximately 202,335.
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....
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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.
When gas tank is full leaks from the top of tank by fuel pump. Faulty pump cracked at seam and leaks.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated. The vehicle's failure began to occur within approximately 2 minutes of starting the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer (mountain valley motors, inc. 7535 Appalachian hwy, blue ridge, ga 30513; (706) 516-1053) who informed them that the check valve failed and needed to be replaced, therefore, the entire tank needed to be replaced due to where the...
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valve was located. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case number. The manufacturer informed the contact that their vehicle was no longer covered under warranty. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.
The gas tank has been replaced twice due to cracks at the fuel pump. Gas cap light and check engine light come on. Had it replaced a week ago and it has come on again after paying $1,800.00. When ordered from the dealership they shipped it out cracked and the mechanics had to hunt down another. We have been driving this vehicle not knowing this was a known issue.. Mechanics state this is a common issue with the make and model. How is this not on a recall? *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge caravan. The contact stated that a smog test detected a fuel leak from the fuel tank. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that there was a strong fuel odor outside of the vehicle prior to the smog test being performed. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed nor repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was contacted or informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 148,936.
Tipm has failed stuck in limp mode. Caused engine light fuel issues and stalling
I need to know it my vehicle has any recalls I'm having some major safety concerns about it.
After filling up my gas tank I drove away from the fuel place, and I was at a green light making a left turn and during the left turn my van stalled!! Another time after this, directly after filling up gas I was idling at a red light not far from where I fueled up, when my van surged forward! This is apparently an "extended warranty" up to the 2005 dodge caravan for a faulty vapour/liquid separator valve that is built into the gas tank. I contacted dodge and they said that because my van was a 2007 not a 2005 that...
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they couldn't recall it. This is so extremely dangerous and unbelievable that they won't extend this warranty.Had someone been coming when I was turning left and my van stalled I would've been t-boned. All of this occurred on a city street.
Fuel pump relay faulty resulting in hesitation stalling while in motion or inability it start while stationary.
Fuel pump continues to stay on when vehicle is off with no key in ignition. This is causing battery drain and hard starts after jumping battery. Car also is stalling at times while in motion. I have seen a recall for other males and models of same year from mopar vehicles, such as durango. It seems to be fuel pump relay in tipm.
When pumping gasoline into the tank, within a few seconds the gasoline backlows and turns off the pump. In order to get 5 gallons into the tank it may take 20 stops, wait & starts which may take 5 minutes. The charcoal vapor trap is working fine since the hose to it from the gasoline tank was disconnected to test the vapor canister. Mechanic does not have a clue how to resolve this problem. This is an ongoing problem for over a month and a half.
Gas leak on the top of the gas tank, when is almost full.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data