Multi-function switch controls the wipers and turn signals. The malfunction causse the windshield wipers to come on occasionally when the turn signals are used. Usually after the turn is completed surprising the driver and causing a loss of attention by the driver as to what is happening. The manufacturer is aware of the problem but has not chsen to fix the problem until the consumer brings the vehicle in for repair. The manufacturer is aware that they have installed a faulty part as evidenced by the nhsta service bulletin number: 08-36-95reva, but will not replace the faulty part at no expense to the owner.
1996 Chrysler Town and Country electrical complaints
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The incompetence at bridge chrysler service center compounded the problems we encountered
Engine cuts out after long trips (200 miles at highway speeds). Appears as though the engine doesn't get fuel. After engine cools (20-30 minutes) the car starts again. Have had $700 worth of repairs at the dealer to fix fuel line, spark plug wires, etc. The dealer called detriot to diagnose via modem. They suggested replacing crank position sensor. It was replaced and problem continues. This is very dangerous because it occurs on the interstate at highway speeds without warning. We have been on the side of the road at all hours of the night with trucks hurtling past us. The dealer keeps guesing what is wrong without any firm commitment that the next "fix" is the right one. They want to replace the fuel pump next and the electronic control unit next if that isn't the problem. That is another $900 without any true knowledge what the problem is. I heard the motorman radio talk show january 9 0r 10 and a caller complained about the very same problem. The motorman said this was common with chrysler mini-vans and that it is the electronic control module that overheats and cuts the signal to the spark plugs. Please check into this because it is a danger to motorists.
Electrical malfuntions. Wipers start on their own, lights flash on and off all hours of night, and vehicle close to fire before being towed. The alternator wire was pinned rather than looper around the motor and had burned over 4 years,
Consumer was driving on highway when approaching stopped traffic, while waiting in traffic , the vehicle shut down for for no known reason. After 6 minutes or more the vehicle came back on. Consumer had vehicle towed back to ohio dealer. Dealer inspected the vehicle, but was unable to find any the problem.
Transmission broke/replaced.
Vehicle shuts down and control panel goes blank while vehicle is in motion. Vehicle front end shakes. Child was stuck in built-in safety seat because belt would not release.
Vehicle stalls and control panel dies while driving.
Vehicle has had two horn failures in less than 20,000 miles.
While driving at various speeds the vehicle cuts off, giving the driver no indication . Consumer started experiencing problems after she had the vehicle's computer replaced. The dealer has been notified about the existing problem.
Faulty fuel filler tube, causing fuel leak prior to recall. In addition replaced windshield wipers/ emergency brake actuator and cable /starter motor/radiator fan relay/leaking valve cover gasket and air conditioning condensor. (96v‑002).
Intermittent stalling due to ignition failure.
Alternator failed.
Electrical: started vehicle , heard loud noise, saw smoke coming from engine, and noticed flames coming through the vent. Cause of fire unknown.
While driving vehicle about 50 MPH or could be about 10 MPH, turning the wheel, the engine shut off, cutting every electrical instrument on the panel.
After driving the vehicle for about (10) minutes, driver saw smoke coming from under the hood. When checking the vehicle discovered there was a fire which started in the engine. The vehicle was totalled.
Communication system has an electrical short, horn assembly blew out.
The vehicle has stalled while in traffic two times. Please explain more in details.
Fuel leaks out from front of vehicle; fuel tank replaced 4 times; charcoal canister/filler replaced 4 or 5 times; vehicle stalls. Tt
When driving and sometimes truck stalls took to dealer can't find problem . Tt
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