1991 Dodge Caravan visibility problems

23 complaints (4% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 23
of this car's complaints: 4%
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Glass, side/rear
8
Windshield wiper/washer
5
Windshield
3
Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: heater core
2
Windshield wiper/washer: linkages
1
Rear window wiper/washer: motor
1
Power window devices and controls
1
Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: windshield: electrical heating element
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Dodge Caravan visibility problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1991 Dodge Caravan visibility

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Wipers 9

Related recalls

Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkagesReported July 16, 1999 · 828,559 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: minivans. The left hand windshield wiper pivot drive arm was not mechanically staked to the pivot shaft.
Risk: This could allow the drive arm to disengage from the shaft leading to a loss of wiper function. The driver's visibility would be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left hand side windshield wiper pivot assembly.

Recall number 99V189000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Window shatteringOpened June 8, 1992, closed October 9, 1992

There is no summary currently available

PE92053

What 1991 Dodge Caravan owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jun 11, 2002 · Visibility · FL

Windshield wipers do not work any more at all. Contacted dealer, and dealer noted that vehicle was not included in recall. 99-v-189-000.

Filed Jan 18, 2002 · Body, Engine · SD

While driving, ventilation system blows out cold air, and heat gets luke warm. Heater core and thermostat have been replaced. *ak consumer states that the pins on the driver door hinges keep falling off.

Filed Feb 21, 2001 · Visibility · CA

Both windshield arm blades lifted from the rest of the windshield wipers. Nlm

Filed Nov 7, 2000 · Visibility · MA

Rear wiper stuck in up position, took to dealer who informed her only front wiper on recall, said wiper motor needs to be replaced.

Filed Jul 21, 2000 · Visibility · AK

Windshield wiper swing off windshield, could not see.

Filed Jul 10, 2000 · Visibility · OH

While driving 30 MPH rear window shattered without reason, cause unknown. Please give any futher details.

Filed Jun 28, 2000 · Visibility · FL

While driving home in the rain windshield wipers completely stopped working. Consumer could hear motor running, but wipers were not on.

Filed May 18, 2000 · Visibility · WI

Consumers were told by the dealer that the recall 99v‑189 repair of the wiper pivot drive arm would only take 1/2 hour but the repair took 3 hours. Nlm

Filed Mar 23, 2000 · Visibility · MD

When consumer tries to turn off rear windshield wiper, it won't turn off.

Filed Dec 17, 1998 · Suspension, Visibility · MO

While driving at 45 MPH the vehicle had a loud clicking sound coming from the steering wheel and started to shake. The vehicle sounded like the gears were jumping and it was trying to catch itself. The clockwork spring was replaced to fix the problem. Also, the heating/cooling system does not work properly. *ak

Questions about the 1991 Dodge Caravan visibility

Does the 1991 Dodge Caravan have visibility problems?

Owners have filed 23 complaints about the visibility of the 1991 Dodge Caravan, 4% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1991 Dodge Caravan visibility problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1991 Dodge Caravan visibility?

Yes, 1 recall: 99V189000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Dodge Caravan have the most visibility problems?

The Dodge Caravan model years with the most visibility complaints are 1996 (120 complaints), 1992 (72 complaints) and 1997 (56 complaints).