NHTSA campaign id number : 98V184000 I own 1996 Dodge Intrepid. I am at least the 3rd owner of this car. Has this vehicle been recalled and repaired" I recently had the repairs done at my expense; October 6, 2006. This after smelling gas for months. Can I receive a reimbursement"

- Charleston, SC, USA

On 3/16/06 the engine in my 1996 Dodge Intrepid caught on fire out of the blue. This car only had 60,000-70,000 miles on it. An investigator for Chrysler Corp. Looked at the car and filed a report with Chrysler Corp. Apparently there was a recall in 1998 having to do with fuel leaking from the fuel injection rail or O-rings which I was never aware of. Chrysler denied my claim and stated that they had sent me a notice in Feb. 1999 at my current residence, although we did not even close on my house until May 1999. I never received a notice, and this fire was a result of a fuel leakage. When I called the customer claims resolution dept. And explained that I never knew about the recall etc. I was told that once Chrysler makes a decision to deny a claim there can no rebuttal, and that I would need to contact a lawyer if I wanted to go any further in resolving this. Needless to say it would cost a lot to get a lawyer so I am stuck paying the costs to repair the engine which was a result of a defect caused by the manufacturer.

- Danville, VA, USA

: the contact stated there was NHTSA recall campaign 98V184000 for the fuel system. The recall indicated the dealer would replace the fuel rail O-rings, and reinforce the outlet on passenger's side fuel rail. Also, it indicated that if the vehicle showed signs of fuel leakage on the outlet fuel rail the upper and lower injector O-rings would need to be replaced. The recall lead the contact to believe that the outlet fuel rail, the upper and lower injector O-rings would be replaced as part of the recall remedy if necessary. She was informed by both the dealer and manufacturer that this was not true. The recall remedy was completed according to the dealer and manufacturer guidelines. Additionally, the upper and lower injector O-rings were replaced. The head gasket was replaced. Updated 01/25/06.

- Pendleton, SC, USA

The contact owns a 1996 Dodge Intrepid. The thermo plastic rail for the fuel split and leaked gas all over the motor, almost causing vehicle to catch on fire.

- White Hall, IL, USA

Consumer is experiencing problems having recall repairs performed on the 1996 Dodge Intrepid. Each time the consumer went to the dealer to have the recall repair performed, he/she was told nothing needed to be done with the obd codes and only the gas cap were being checked for pollution. The consumer was given several excuses as to why the vehicle could not be repaired.

- Scranton, PA, USA

Leaking fuel injector O rings. Repair was refused by foot hills Chrysler on 10/13/04. NHTSA recall #98V184000. The fuel rail was resealed on Nov. 28th 2003 by lithia foothills and subsequest to the repair the injector O rings are leaking. Invoice from lithia did not indicate that a pressure test was performed. The recall states that if the O rings fail under pressure they "will be replaced as well". this is the third time for this recall. The first time was in Jan. 1999. Recall work was performed by lithia foothills at that time.

- Fort Collins, CO, USA

Leaking fuel injector O rings. Repair was refused by foothills Chrysler on 10/13/2004. NHTSA recall #98V184000. The fuel rail was resealed on November 28, 2003 by lithia foothills and subsequent to the repair the injector O rings are leaking. The recall states that if the O rings fail under pressure they "will be replaced as well.

- Fort Collins, CO, USA

Consumer was informed by the manufacturer that the fuel leakage recall 98V184000 had already been performed on their vehicle. The vehicle is currently leaking fuel and the dealership has indicated that the leak is on the opposite side, not on the side indicated in the recall.

- Rochester, NY, USA

Consumer had recall (98V184000) work performed regarding the fuel rail and is now seeking reimbursment from the manufacturer and has been unsuccessful.

- Madison, WI, USA

On several occasions while driving there is a gas odor. Recall campaign 98V184000 fuel injection was performed, but after recall repair the fuel odor returned, the recall repair has been done four times yet the problem still exist. The heater didn't work properly, the power door lock wouldn't lock, the doors wouldn't open, the water pump was leaking, the headlights were too dim, the doors squeaked, there was a vibration coming from the brakes, there was play in the front end of the vehicle from the inner tie rods and power steering gear bushings.

- Raytown, MO, USA

Recall 98V184 000/fuel leakages: Vehicle is leaking fuel from the fuel rail injection system. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time. Consumer stated the recall repairs were performed in 1999, however he feels the problem has returned, there is a burning fuel smell.

- Ramona, CA, USA

Vehicle taken to dealer for timing belt problem. Dealer found a problem with fuel rail leaking.

- Princeton, WV, USA

I have the car in for the 2nd time to get the same recall done, the fuel O rings and fuel rail, my engine was spraying gas. I wonder if it is really going to be repaired this time. I hope it does'nt take a major explosion or accident for Dodge to fix the problem or offer a replacement vehicle. I think this car is a lemon.

- Sauk Rapids, MN, USA

Consumer found fuel coming out the front injectors. Consumer had it corrected from previous recall 98V184000/ manufacturer's recall 790. It's leaking the exact way as before and dealer is refusing to look at it.

- Riverside, CA, USA

While driving and approaching a stop engine will shut off, and engine light will come on just like stated in recall 98 V 184 000.

- Dresel Hill, PA, USA

We have had three fuel rail problems they were all covered under recall notice. I dont think that it should have to be corrected that many times. The water pump went out a few weeks after we bought it dealer repaired it. The steering rack went out 2 weeks after we bought it dealer replaced. The tie rod bolts came out 6months of steering was replaced. Dealer replaced. There stillis a problem with transmission and the lines. Also with the oil sending unit. I think this car is a real lemon. How many major components of a car can fail there are a few more that I have not reported on this form lower intake gasket tie rod bolts. I think the company should buy back this car because there are too many major problems with it for only being 5 years old.

- New Haven, IN, USA

Recall 98V184 000/fuel injection system leakage: Received a manufacturer's recal 790 notice concerning dealer's corrective action that stated the following: Dealers will replace the nitrile rubber O-rings in the fuel rail with fluorocarbon O-rings. If fuel injectior O-rings leak after pressure testing, injector O-rings will be replaced as well. Both dealer and manufacturer informed consumer that they were only responible to replace O-rings, and injector would be at consumer's cost. Dealer's service manger name is john naro at forthteen hundred motors in nashua, nh; phone # 603/888-0200. Manufacturer's service representative is deanna furnari. Both the dealer and the manufacturer claimed they were responsible only for the fuel rail O-rings.

- Nashua, NH, USA

While traveling noticed a raw gas smell inside vehicle. Dealer stated fuel rail and injections needed to be replaced.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

During and after driving the vehicle, a 1996 Dodge Intrepid with a 3.3L engine, there was a strong smell of raw gasoline. I took the car in for service and the resolution was replacement of the fuel rail due to cracks and the fule injectors due to leaking O-rings. These problems are identical to those addressed in NHTSA campaign id number: 98V184000 which address the 3.5L engine in 1996 Dodge Intrepids.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

Recall repair (98V-184) not completed as stated, possible fraud by the repair facility (attorney for consumer).

- Kirkland, WA, USA