The tensioner and pulley to the power steering failed and so we replaced it already but would like you to know for other consumers. We have a question regarding the paint job. We know it is not a safety issue but my friends who have older cars don't have their paint coming off on their roof or hood. We can see other minivans around town with the same model and blue color paint peeling off also. And we are the only cars which have this problem. Please contact us regarding this problem. Our door hinge is bad also but we think it has already been recalled.
1991 Dodge Caravan: loss of power steering
7 of the 616 complaints about the 1991 Dodge Caravan describe loss of power steering.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
Loss of power steering by model year
What owners say
Bolt that holds tensioner broke, causing it to separate from vehicle, and resulting in loss of power steering and vehicle to overheat. Owner replaced the part three times. *ak consumer states that website shows this failure happening frequently.
Rusted bracket on steering rack came off, causing loss of steering. Dealer notified. Provide further details.
Experienced failure of serpentine belt tensioner when broke for no apparent reason, rendering power steering assist and brakes inoperative.
Power steering tensioner broke, loss of power steering. Tt
While turning, lost power steering, had to replace steering tensioner. Tt
Belt tensioner broke while going thru car wash; caused loss of power steering. Tt
Related recalls
Steering: steering wheel/handle bar
- What is wrong
- The steering wheel armature stamping can crack and separate from the center hub attachment to the steering column.
- Risk
- If the steering wheel separates from the center hub attachment to the steering column, loss of control can occur increasing the risk of an accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the steering wheel for armature cracks in the center hub attachment area. Any steering wheels showing cracks will be replaced. All other vehicles will have a reinforcement plate installed to prevent steering wheel separation in the event cracking occurs.
Recall number 96V229000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1991 Dodge Caravan power steering loss
Is loss of power steering a common problem on the 1991 Dodge Caravan?
7 of 616 owner complaints about the 1991 Dodge Caravan (1%) mention loss of power steering. The model year with the most reports is 1993.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1991 Dodge Caravan?
There is 1 recall and 0 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1991 Dodge Caravan
ABS 144Brake failure 53Seat belt 33Transmission failure 16Door locks 13Loss of power 10Wipers 9Fire or smoke 7Stalling 7Fuel leak 6Grinding brakes 5Headlights 5
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