1995 Dodge Caravan engine problems

Filed Jan 17, 2004 · Engine, Transmission · MA

Dealer was going to replace the transmission, but after several hours of labor, they decided to replace a differential pin on the transmission after only 52,000 miles. Dealer would not cover cost of repair. It sounds like many people have had similar problem, is there going to be a recall? Also, the dealer has recharged the air conditioner 3 times within the past 3 years. Each time they charged me for it. I find it hard to believe that a charge would last only one summer.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine · FL

The air-conditioning unit stopped blowing cold air without warning. When I took my van to the mechanic, he informed me that he was unable to detect any leak in the system and with my permission recharged the system back in september. It worked fine for about two months then once again,without warning,it stopped blowing cold air.I called the manufacturer,and they bluntly told me that it was my problem since the 3 year/36,000 mile warranty had long expired. I countered to no avail that two seperate independant mechanics had informed me that a number of dodge owners with the same air-conditioning units had been complaining to them of the same problem.in addition, I also had found out that chrysler had extended several model warranties to 7 year/70,000 miles including the grand cherokee because of faulty air-conditioning evaporators which I believe is the same or similar one presently failing in my van. On a seperate note,I was informed earlier in december that I had an oil leak coming out of an area where a section of the head gasket was seated. To make a long story short,I had also informed the manufacturer of this problem that could have cost me over $1000.00 to replace. Believe it or not, the representative that I had spoken to admitted over the phone to me that there was a gasket problem with a number of 90's models and the problem was corrected with a change in 1999 select vehicles including the 2.4 litre minivans.fortunately, I was only charged a $100.00 deductible by a local dodge dealership to replace the defective head gasket.

Filed Jan 8, 2004 · Engine · 99,859 miles · VA

Serpentine belt malfunctioned, causing engine to fail.

Filed Dec 10, 2002 · Body, Engine · WI

Other problems the same as others in database. Dt

Filed Aug 1, 2002 · Engine · MD

Consumer states vehicle stalls out while driving. Intermittently lurches and misses either at a stop or when going about 50 MPH. Will happen either cold or warm. Lack of power when trying to accelerate.

Filed Mar 19, 2002 · Engine · SC

Intermittently vehicle will stall out and die without warning at 30 to 40mph. Dealer has not been able to duplicate the problem. Please provide additional information.

Filed Mar 19, 2002 · Engine · SC

Intermittently vehicle will stall out and die without warning at 30 to 40mph. Dealer and manufacturer have been notified. Please provide additional information.

Filed Jan 2, 2002 · Engine · MA

Head gasket blew and engine check lightr illuminated on the dash. Please provide any further information. Please provide vehicle identification number.

Filed Dec 31, 2001 · Engine · MA

While driving, vehicle engine check illuminated, the temperature gauge malfunctioned, and the head gasket blewout. *ak. Consumer was informed that the reason the guages were acting erractically was due to the blown head gasket.

Filed Nov 6, 2001 · Engine · OK

At approximately 58500 miles the head gasket on the engine failed. It was replaced under a purchased extended warrantee. I was not informed by anyone that chrysler had a program in place to cover the cost of repairs though such a program existed. At 75419 miles the headgasket blew again. Only this time the head was cracked as well. I was charged over $1625.00 for the repairs eventhough it appears the original repairs were ineffective. After much discussion the car dealer warranteed the repairs for 36000 miles or 3 years. This offer was never made on the original repairs. Other problems with the car include the front struts going out at 42000 miles (it took over four trips to the dealer to get the problem mostly corrected), a frozen brake caliper causing premature ware out of the left front brakes, a suspension system that bottoms out harshly on roads with dips. With the latest repair the temperature gauge read a half unit higher than ever before and the vent blows warm air regardless of outside temperature (even if it is very cold). I am very dissatisfied with this vehicle.