2005 Dodge Caravan fuel system, gasoline problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system, gasoline on the 2005 Dodge Caravan — 3% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“After refueling the van would stall then restart this has happen twice know. After an internet search I see this is a known problem and design flaw. The search puts the blame on the "vapor/liquid separator valve" requiring a complete fuel tank replacement. *tr”
filed Dec 24, 2014
“The dodge caravan has a loud gasoline smell. I have taken this car to the dodge dealer they told me it was a piece of broccoli found under the seat. Now the smell of gasoline is unbearable and every time I enter the vehicle it makes my skin break out in hives associated with anxiety because I think…”
filed Aug 12, 2014
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Fuel System, Gasoline problems in other Caravan years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 Caravan | 2 | 3% |
| 2008 Caravan | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 Caravan | 3 | 4% |
| 2006 Caravan | 2 | 1% |
| 2004 Caravan | 7 | 11% |
| 2003 Caravan | 11 | 6% |
| 2002 Caravan | 6 | 2% |
| 2001 Caravan | 8 | 3% |
| 2000 Caravan | 12 | 3% |
| 1999 Caravan | 16 | 3% |
| 1998 Caravan | 39 | 6% |
| 1997 Caravan | 57 | 8% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2005 Dodge Caravan
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.