1993 Dodge Caravan transmission problems

Filed Dec 5, 2004 · Transmission · 205,000 miles · IN

Sometimes the transmission fails to shift. When it isn't working the speedometer also does not work, nor does the odometer. The problem shows up more after vehicle is warmed up. When it is working speedometer/odometer works fine also. I feel this is a hazard. It is not being driven right now. The mechanic is waiting for parts. Could not find problem right away.

Filed Mar 24, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

I have a 1993 dodge caravan. I have spent over $10,000.00 on repairs since I bought it new in 1993. I am extremely dissatisfied with dodge. I've had several recalls on various components, they were corrected and are now again defective including my seatbelts, ABS system, and steering column. I am now noticing that the paint is eroding on the top of my van. I've seen many other dodge caravans with the exact same problem and the exact same pattern of corrosion. It appears the paint is wearing off on the tops of the cars, then the hoods and so on. It eventually rusts through as I've seen on at least 20 dodge caravans. I have never encountered paint wearing away like this on any other vehicles that I've owned and much older than 10 years. I believe there is a defect somewhere in the painting process, perhaps the primer or the paint itself. This is the third letter I've written and I have not received a response from anyone. I would appreciate an investigation into the painting process of these vans. I believe it is also occurring in other year models. Thank you, susan deanfrasio.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Brakes, Engine · 120,000 miles · MO

I am having a problem with the A/C, heater switching to blow out through the defrost when accelerating or under load causing poor cooling/heating. I talked to chrysler and they said it would cost to figure out what is causing it to switch. I have had the compressor replaced while it was under warranty because it was leaking. I had to replace the cooling fan after warranty. It failed again almost a year later. But the part was replaced with only installation cost. I would be interested in knowing what other things can be done to solve the problem of switching to defrost. Sincerely [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Dec 1, 2003 · Transmission · 93,000 miles · MI

My 1993 dodge caravan has not been changing gears correctly for 1 1/2 years. When it started, I had in to the dealership 5 times in 8 weeks. They found $800 in things to repair but none corrected the problem - changing gears roughly, dropping several gears when coming to a stop, etc. This will happen for awhile and then stop for weeks or months. The dealer and another garage couldn't figure it out. Finally it is showing it needs a new transmission when hooked up to the diagnostic machine - but it still doesn't act up all the time. Reading all these problems on the website for so many years, why hasn't dodge been held responsible to correct this problem for caravan owners!!!!!

Filed Sep 5, 2003 · Transmission · MA

While driving 60 MPH automatic transmission stopped operating or felt like it went into neutral, causing the vehicle to stop while on the highway. An independent mechanic found that transmission gears were stripped.

Filed Jun 24, 2003 · Transmission · 90,000 miles · TX

We have a 1993 dodge caravan that has already had the transmission replaced ($1,000.00). Now we are being told that the transmission needs to be replaced again. This is ridiculous. The transmission is only three years old.

Filed Jun 18, 2003 · Transmission · OH

While driving at any speed and without warning transmission would shift to 2nd gear, and consumer will not be able to shift back to drive. Dealer notified.

Filed Apr 2, 2003 · Brakes, Transmission · 158,000 miles · MD

While driving the vehicle between 50 and 60 MPH the overdrive would turn off then comes back on. Consumer stated that the transmission was going bad on the vehicle. Dealer notified. *nlm the transmission would down shift to regular gear and the back to over drive. The RPM stayed the same and the speed needle would jump to 10mph, drop down to 20 MPH, then back to the proper speed with in two seconds. There was a clunk noise in the rear brake(s) heard after the vehicle is parked. Scc

Filed Mar 25, 2003 · Transmission · 65,000 miles · NY

Transmission on 1993 dodge caravan is failing once again. I see that there is actually a web site dedicated to people that have had the same problem. The transmission was rebuit at approximately 40,000 miles. The vehicle now has 70,000+ miles and is in need for its next re-build. I don't understand how dodge has been able to get away with not having to take responsibility for these problem transmissons. The warantee is over and the cost of the repair will probably be between $1500 and $2000. Can anything be done? To read some stories from other caravan owners, go to google.com and type in "dodge caravan transmission problems". It makes for some interesting reading! Thank you...

Filed Mar 20, 2003 · Transmission · CA

Transmission problems, I had to get a rebuilt transmission every year since the year I bought it.