1996 Dodge Caravan visibility problems

Filed Apr 12, 2009 · Acceleration, Electrical · 18,000 miles · IA

Bcm-1, (warranty) loss of dash functions 1996: bcm-2 estimate $1200 replaced chrysler p/n p4686727 lost 95,000 mile odometer for a working bcm from junkyard (2001), bcm-3, lost fuel gauge and speedometer bcm from junkyard fixed p/n p46867(2006) bad windshield replacement leaks water into cabin, bcm-3, failed again currently no wipers, not able to find a 1996/1997 bcm only 1998 plymouth voyager bcm p/n p04801062ae. Will try to validate compatibility tonight. Adel chrysler estimate $1,400 plus labor. Already gave them $742 for tune up and trouble shooting what they said was a bad multi-switch ($110) did not fix and no discount for not knowing how to diagnose a problem properly. Their number is 515‑993‑4587 cory (karl is the service manager-owner's son).

Filed Mar 10, 2005 · Visibility · MN

Windshield wipers will suddenly cut off . At times, not working at all. The cause of this was undetermined.

Filed Jan 12, 2005 · Visibility · MN

Windshield wipers do not function properly; intermittent mode will sometimes run constant, or will stop completely in the middle of the windshield and will not immediately come back on. Twice, in the past month, I have had to abruptly pull off the road because of not being able to see through the windshield. This is extremely dangerous and will most certainly cause an accident at some point in time, if it already hasn't. The dealership (white bear dodge, in mn) suggested I replace the multi function switch, which I did and paid $273.45, but it did not correct the problem. Also, after very little time researching this exact problem via message boards and forums on the internet, it is quite apparent to me that this is a common problem on many year, makes and models of dodge/plymouth/chrysler mini vans. I purchased this car in nov. 2004 and have experienced this problem each time it has rained, or snowed.

Filed Nov 17, 2004 · Visibility · 150,000 miles · PA

While driving, the wiper stopped working. Upon turning the windshield washer on, they will work for a minute and then stop again. The consumer has made several repairs which has not corrected the problem. Please provide any further information. *jb the consumer stated that traveling at 65 MPH in a rain storm was dangerous. Problem still exists.

Filed Jun 23, 2004 · Visibility · 70,000 miles · 00

Windshield wipers intermittently turn on by themself while driving. This occurs more frequently when the turn signal is engaged. Dealership urged consumer to replace the wiper motor arms and the bcm. The failure progressed, and currently the windshield wipers were inoperative. Tsb 083198a was issued.

Filed Apr 27, 2004 · Visibility · WA

Vehicle was taken to the dealership three times for the windshield wiper switch to be repaired. *ph the wipers would come on when the left turn signal was used. Over time the problem got progressively worse. *ph letter was forwarded to the federal safety agency by cpsc.

Filed Oct 25, 2003 · Visibility · 50,000 miles · CA

The windshield wipers come on by themselves. This can occur at any time, and sometimes, but not always, is triggered by the turn signal switch.

Filed Oct 7, 2003 · Visibility · IL

The driver's side window fell off track while rolling it up. Also, driver was concerned because the metal part attachment fell apart.

Filed Aug 15, 2003 · Visibility · 110,000 miles · WI

Consumer states windshield wipers failed to operate under rainy conditions. *ak complete wiper failure occurred and dealer stated the body control module had to be replaced. *ph

Filed Apr 23, 2003 · Visibility · 77,000 miles · WI

The windshield wipers failed while driving in inclement weather. *nlm the body control module was replaced.