Tl* the contact owns a 1993 dodge caravan. The contact stated while driving at unknown speed, the brakes failed making it extremely difficult to stop the vehicle. The brake light illuminated. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the brake system needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 169,000. Updated 10/23/2014*lj updated 05/21/2015
1993 Dodge Caravan: brake failure
93 of the 946 complaints about the 1993 Dodge Caravan describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 93
- of this car's complaints
- 10%
- typical mileage
- 169,000
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
When driving the vehicle, at random times the ABS system warning lights turn on and then I have no brakes. I have taken it to several repair shops, seen various mechanics and dealerships and it continues to be a serious problem. No one has been able to solve or fix the problem. As a senior citizen, I am not in a position to purchase a newer vehicle, thus I continue to drive this vehicle. I am afraid that I may not be as fortunate when the brakes go out again.
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 dodge caravan. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the brakes failed when applied. The contact was able to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the brake assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.
Tl*- the contact received 96v099000 recall for anti lock brakes on 04/19/1996. On 12/18/01 he had the vehicle serviced under the recall. The contact stated that brakes failed again on 12/2006, and he had to wait 1 month before parts came in. He was informed by the service manager of wester vw dodge that they were going out of business. Although, the dealership ordered the parts they told the contact that the parts were going to another dealership. The contact stated that the other dealership called and told him c that the repairs were done, and that only 1 part was covered by the recall. The dealership stated that the contact has to pay over $900.00 to have the brake repairs done the contact stated that the repairs were part of the recall, and did not understand why he has to pay for the recall work. *ak the consumer was informed only certain parts were covered under recall. Updated 02/22/07.
Dt*: the contact stated that both the ABS warning light and parking light illuminated before the power brakes failed. This occurred while backing up at 2 MPH. The problem has also occurred at 60 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer and the manufacturer was notified. The service dealer informed the contact that there was a recall # 96v099000, for the service brakes, hydraulic: antilock, for years 1991-1993. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN.
Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to apply brake pressure the antilock brakes failed without warning. This occurred on a normal road during normal braking. The vehicle was slowly driven home. Two days later the vehicle was taken to the dealership for inspection. Upon inspection, the dealership determined the hydraulic lines between the brake pump and ABS system needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified however, no repairs have been made.
Abs,brake failure,indicator light stays on,hard to stop.
Consumer stated the brake pedal went to the floor, when the brakes were applied. Took to dealer and dealer stated ABS brakes needed to be replaced. *ph the consumer learned of a recall on the ABS pump assembly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the recalled part could not be replaced unless additional repairs were done. The dealer also indicated that they could not guarantee that the ABS would not fail after the work was done. The consumer request a refund for the diagnostic test. *ts
Faulty pump causing consumer to lose brakes. While braking the brakes failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who indicated that the problem was probably the recalled pump and if it was the pump it would be replaced under a lifetime warranty. The diagnostic test were done and the pump was found to be defective. The dealer refused to replaced the pump unless she agree to have $700 of addition work done. The consumer request a refund of $68 for the diagnostic test and pump replacement.
When the brake pedal was applied under normal driving conditions the ABS light and brake light illuminated intermittently and the vehicle experienced loss of braking ability. The dealer replaced the master cylinder several times but the failure continued to occur.
Abs light came on/off. Brake pedal went to the floor.the anti-lock brakes failed.intermittently. *jb......
After having recall done for the ABS brakes 96 v 099 000,by the dealership daytona dodge;dayton beach fl;386‑274‑0571, the brakes failed 4 times. This almost resulted in an accident. Ph
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
- Risk
- If this condition occurs, the ABS function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.
Recall number 96V099000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1993 Dodge Caravan brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1993 Dodge Caravan?
93 of 946 owner complaints about the 1993 Dodge Caravan (10%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1993.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1993 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 1993 Dodge Caravan
ABS 225Seat belt 39Wipers 29Stalling 28Power steering loss 23Transmission failure 23Loss of power 22No deployment 19Headlights 14Door locks 11Hesitation 8Jerking 7Slipping 7Ball joint 6Spongy pedal 6Sudden acceleration 6Fuel leak 5Overheating 5Tire blowout 5
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