1994 Dodge Caravan steering problems

38 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 38
of this car's complaints: 6%
crashes: 3
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Hydraulic power assist system
8
Steering wheel/handle bar
7
Rack and pinion
7
Hydraulic power assist: pump
6
Rack and pinion: rack
1
Linkages: tie rod assembly
1
Linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm
1
Linkages
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Dodge Caravan steering problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Dodge Caravan steering

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

Power steering loss 15

Related recalls

Steering: steering wheel/handle barReported October 12, 2000 · 679,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: mini vans equipped with 2-spoke luxury wheels manufactured july 1992 through june 1993; or equipped with 4-spoke sport wheels manufactured from july 1992 through september 1993. 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 cracks and any wheels with 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 00V305000 · Recall details

Related investigations

Steering column separationOpened May 7, 2003, closed July 22, 2003

Mr. Larry a. Sackey submitted a petition to the federal safety agency by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that agencyfurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr ? 30120(g), the federal safety agency has decided to limit the scope of the petition vehicles to 1993-1995 models, excluding the 1993 jeep grand cherokee and 1994-1995 dodge ram series trucks that were recalled (93v210 & 96v230) for steering column failure.if the analysis of these vehicles had identified a potential problem, the scope could have been expanded in an investigation.a review of odi's data base shows no recent complaints and a lack of a complaint trend concerning the subject issue on the subject vehicles as a whole or by individual models.therefore, the petition is denied.for details, see federal register notice volume 68, no. 130, july 8, 2003.

DP03002

Steering wheel separationOpened May 1, 2000, closed April 1, 2002

There is no summary currently available

RQ00011

What 1994 Dodge Caravan owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Feb 22, 2005 · Engine, Steering · TX

The serpentine belt continuously slips off which causes the steering to become inoperable. The power steering completely fails.

Filed Apr 22, 2003 · Steering · NV · crash

The vehicle turned left unexpectedly. The driver was unable to get the steering wheel to respond.

Filed Aug 18, 2001 · Steering · WA

Brought van to attention of dealer d/t driver's side seat was not at upright position, could not be returned to upright position. Dealer lubricated it, charged us $40. Did not solve the problem. Returned van to dealer after seeing similar reports reported on this site. Dealer set up appointment for van to be returned to have a bracket replaced. Unable to fix at our appointment d/t they hadn't ordered the part. Mechanic stated that van was unsafe to drive, kept van while awaiting part arrival several days later. Replaced bracket at third appointment. Seat markedly worse, "spongy" as well as reclined. Obviously no support, seat could be reclined by pushing with hand, no need to release lever. Dealer insisted car was safe to drive. Ordered additional parts. Unable to service car at fourth appointment d/t service department didn't have time. Did provide rental replacement. At fifth appointment, both seat track railings ("adjuster 23047006") were replaced; one was obviously broken. This solved the problem and seat now works properly and safely.

Filed Aug 7, 2001 · Steering · NJ

While backing out of the driveway tie rod broke. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further details.

Filed Jun 20, 2001 · Airbags, Body · MN

Consumer received recall notices 99v113000/ air bag deployment; 99v213000/liftgate support bracket, and 00v305000/ steering wheel separation in the mail. When dealership/manufacturer were contacted to repair these defects, she was told that work had already been performed. Consumer stated that this vehicle had never been examined for these recalls. Please provide any additional information/attachments.

Filed Dec 29, 2000 · Electrical, Steering · OH

1. Vehicle is intermittenly stalling which occurs at anytime and wihtout warning. 2. Inner and outer tie rods are prematurly wearing out and are in danger of falling off.

Filed Mar 6, 2000 · Steering · NH

While driving on road pulled over to a no parking zone, turned the ignition off, and the steering wheel came off. Had the vehicle towed to dealer. The bolt that held the steering column broke off , they replaced it.

Filed Dec 16, 1999 · Brakes, Steering · PA

While driving in the neighborhood turned the corner, braked just a little, and it didn't turn in the direction driver wanted to go. Going up hill with A/C on, got behind a big truck, which caused driver to slow down, and vehicle to shut off.

Filed Oct 14, 1999 · Steering · LA

Mounting bolt sheared off, causing spring-loaded belt tensioner to fail. This released tension on the accessory belt which caused loss of power steering while in heavy traffic. Also caused loss of alternator and water pump which made engine overheat. Vehicle had to be towed to repair shop.

Filed Sep 27, 1999 · Engine, Steering · FL

Within four months water pump went out twice, and fan belt popped off while driving at 45 MPH. Also, no power steering, and radiator overheated.

Questions about the 1994 Dodge Caravan steering

Does the 1994 Dodge Caravan have steering problems?

Owners have filed 38 complaints about the steering of the 1994 Dodge Caravan, 6% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1994 Dodge Caravan steering problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Dodge Caravan steering?

Yes, 1 recall: 00V305000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Dodge Caravan have bad steering?

The Dodge Caravan model years with the most steering complaints are 1993 (93 complaints), 1992 (68 complaints) and 1996 (63 complaints).