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really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 7
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 1,507 miles
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Recall # 98V184000 Chrysler/fuel leakage; since having recall work performed consumer has experienced numerous types of problem with vehicle. Owner had no trouble with the vehicle prior to having recall work performed. Transmission was rebuilt/spark plugs/ enginemanifold and fuel rail gasket replaced. So far repairs have totaled over $700.
- Warren, OH, USA
After starting car on the morning December 8,1999 I could smell gas fumes. I immediately shut car off and examined the engine. I noticed fuel leakage near the fuel injector rail. I proceeded to dealership (central Dodge in raynham) and purchased 6 new fuel injectors, assuming that was the problem and the least expensive. I replaced injectors that evening and still had fuel leaking. I had my wife come out and assist me by turning the key so I could see where leak was coming from. Almost immediately after stariting the car I saw fuel streaming from the left side of the fuel rail. A fire started and I immediately put it out. After going to same dealership to purchase fuel rail I was told about the recall. They towed the vehicle into their dealership and replaced entire fuel rail assembly at no cost to me. Then came the bad news; they contacted me and told me the engine was gone and they are claiming no responsibility because they said I cannot prove the fuel rail leak was the cause of the fire. So I am currently paying someone $3800. To replace the engine and I was hoping for your assistance in this matter. Where does the manufacturers responsibility end when it comes to a life safety issue such as this one?
- Taunton, MA, USA
The fuel riser on my 1995 Intrepid leaks gasoline onto the engine. Consumer checked the internet and found other owners as far back as 1993 having the same problem. It is definitely a design defect and a safety hazard. Yet, the manufacturer is not doing a recall and is charging 300-400 to repair the problem. A fire is inevidble so you don't have an option but to get it repaired or stop driving the car until you do so. I think the manufacturer needs to do a recall on this part and repair it for free before someone dies if it hasn't happened already.
- St. Louis, MO, USA
Recall 98V184000, the owner was never notified of the recall, (orignal owner) butmanufacturer stated thatt his vehicle was included in the recall. The vehicle caught on fire in the fuel injection system.
- Tallahassee, FL, USA
I think that is enough to tell you this model has defects too many to mention. I think Dodge should allow some sort of renumeration on repairs or a nice reasonable discount on future purchases since this is my second Dodge.
- Houston, TX, USA
Fuel leakage from the fuel rail leaked onto the engine, resulting in vehicle fire. Dealer has been notified. Maufacturer has been contacted.
- Rochester, MN, USA
The fuel rail was defective and repaired on three occasions, with additional repair to the fuel regulator. However the fuel rail is included prior to recall notice (98V184000), but the fuel regulator is not.
- Clarksvill, MD, USA
Vehicle was involved in engine compartment fire. Fire dept informed consumer that fire may have been caused by a fuel injection system leakage. NHTSA has a recall concerning: Chrysler/fuel leakages # 98V184 000. Can NHTSA provide addtional information on this matter.
- Arlington, TX, USA
Fuel rail O-rings leaking, prior to recall (98V-184).
- Oceanside, CA, USA
Gas leak at fuel rail and fuel injector, causing spark plugs to short out, repaired prior to recall, after repair continued to have problems with rough idling/hesitation and missing. Upon 2nd visit found carbon build up in number 1 and 6 cylinder, and arcing at end of #4 wire, all repaired as well as 2nd replacement of fuel rail O-rings. All problems due to gas leak. (98V-184)
- Hamburg, PA, USA
Vehicle shuddered & broke down. Towed to dealer. Mechanic noticed fuel rail leaked oil on engine. Manufacturer allowed garage to repair. Had picked vehicle up & was driving & smelled fumes in vehicle. Took it back & mechanic noticed "O" rings seals leaked & replaced them. Took vehicle back & was driving when it broke down again. Towed to dealer & had fuel pump & pressure regulator & other parts replaced. Still experiencing problems with fuel rail.
- Brookings, SD, USA
Fuel rails are leaking from both sides, cause unknown.
- San Jose, CA, USA
Fuel leaking on engine from tubing linking the fuel rails. Dealer said they could not help only recall was on the 93 model 3.3 liter...repaired by local mechanic.
- Hurricane, WV, USA
My fuel injectors began leaking in November. The smell of gas is so bad that the car can only be driven with the windows down. It is a fire waiting to happen. I have taken it to the dealer twice with no satisfaction. I was told last week and again this week that the problem will be fixed under recall. The problem is that the dealers are unable to order the entire fuel rail to fix the problem. Instead they are to wait on a kit that can be used to fix fuel injectors. This kit is undoubtedly far cheaper for Chrysler. Two dealers told me today that if they even order the fuel rail, the oder will be denied. They have no idea when the kit will be available. So, I'm stuck with a potential bomb and no way to get it fixed. I realize that NHTSA is not an arbitration board, but thought you should be aware at how poorly Chrysler is responding to the recall. As you can tell from the mileage on my car, I rely on it for work. I am stuck with rental car charges until Chrysler decides to send the parts to the dealer.
- Monticelo, IL, USA
Fuel rail O rings cracked, causing a fuel leak which could cause a fire. Recall #98V1840000 cpncerns a 3.5 liter engine. Whereas this vehicle is a 3.3 liter engine.
- Cottontown, TN, USA
Replacement part unavailable from dealer ( part pulled from shelf ? ). dealer indicated "national back-order" on fuel rail. Dealer refused to address problem until "officially notified by Chrysler".
- Slidell, LA, USA
Strong smell of fuel inside passenger compartment and on outside of vehicle. Next day 12-30-98, we started car and looked under front end. It was pouring fuel onto ground. Dealership has said that it will be several weeks to get parts. However we are not going to drive this vehicle until fixed because of extreme fear of fire. Dealership refuses to provide another vehicle to use in the meantime. Very disappointed in service!
- Columbus, IN, USA
On the morning of December 2, 1997 when my family and I were in the car in the driveway of our home, as I started the car a flame shoot out from under the hood. My family jumped out of the car as I popped the hood and the engine was ablaze. We quickly called the antelope fire department, which came and put the fire out. Autowest Dodge site the cause of the fire to be a broken fuel rail and worn ignition parts.
- Antelope, CA, USA
Fuel injection rail "O" rings failed, causing fuel to leak on engine. Notified dealer. He told me they would not fix the problem. We spent $997 on repairs and were amased this was not recalled as a safety defect. Also, rack and pinion steering malfunctioned.
- Placerville, CA, USA
- Moulton, AL, USA