Windshield wipers would work intermittently. Would come on or go off on their own. This caused visibility problems for driver. Also, turn signal sometimes activated windshield wipers. Speed was not a factor. Taken vehicle to dealership & informed to contact manufacturer. No repairs done.
1996 Dodge Caravan visibility complaints
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Windshield wipers turn on by itself. Yh
Intermittently, while driving windshield wipers will come on without application. Windshield wipers will stay on anywhere from 10 seconds to a minute. Manufacturer/dealer have been contacted about the problem. Manufacturer and dealer stated that this is a known problem. Problem has not been corrected.
Brakes squeaking continously. Yh
Transmission fell apart. Yh
The headlights are adjusted too low. Nlm
Windshield wipers stop working while in use, causes poor vissibility which could lead to a vehicle collision. Dealer/manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not part of recall due to VIN.
Transmission failed prematurely causing the vehicle to lunge into the middle of a road. Nlm
The engine is just the most recent problem. We went ahead and bought the extended warranty even though it is usually never used. This time we used it numerous times. We have had problems with the electric windows, the starter has been replaced, the fuel pump, the engine head, the electronic locks currently do not work. It has just been a real lemon. We just do not know what to do. This time the engine blew and there was no clue that anything was wrong. We have been stranded several times and last night just barely made it home.
Windshield wipers become inoperable in rainy weather conditions, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Windshield wipers will stop functioning, or will start by themselves with switch turned off. Multi-purpose switch has been replaced twice, but defect has reoccurred. Dealer could not determine the cause.
The windshield wipers go on without being manually engaged. Sometimes the wipers will stay on for just a couple of swipes, but other times will just stay on. In order to get the wipers to stop, one must turn the wipers on and then off. The wipers always work though when they are turned on and turn off when turned off. There doesn't seem to be a specific time when the wipers go on by themselves. It is very random as far as I can tell.
Integrated child seat wont retract when pulled out. Weatherstripping on drivers door fell off found out the drivers door was not aligned properly. Constant belt noise especially during wet conditions. Dealer must repeatedly tighten them. Brakes pulsate when applying them. Replaced numerous components on rear brakes. Fuel tank would not read fuel level correctly. Dealer had to replace fuel tank, fuel pump, and other components and said the fuel tank was bowed. Dual sliding doors have to be repeatedly adjusted because they become difficult to slide. Driver's side window regulator broke for no apparent reason. Right rear child safety seat had hole in the buckle. Replaced battery once.installed child safety belt extensions due to recall. Van is now back in shop for unknown problems, will not start.
Windshield wipers operate erratically. Whle driving they will just activate on their own, swipe across the window about two times and shut back off. Dealer has been contacted.
Wipers stop during torrential downpours almost causing crashes or remain on after ignition is turned off. 2 neighbors with same vans have same problems! Interior lights flicker when doors are open.
Belt replaced three times. Nlm
Wipers turn on unexpectedly, under various circumstances, without the switch being touched, runs for only a few swipes, then it shuts off again. This happens in wet or dry conditions, with the vehicle sitting still or in motion, occasionally occurs upon starting. Initially this would occur infrequently, maybe once a week, now almost daily. Usually it is only one swipe, but more recently this has gotten worse, with as many as 4 swipes without warning or demand. We suspect the operating switch is the culprit. This vehicle was bought "used" from the listed dealer and there is no readily apparent warranty or related factory recall.
Tires had to be replaced at 20000 miles, serpentine belt failed on 4 seperate occasions, each occasion the power steering was lost causing a severe accident hazard, brakes failed without warning - replaced at 20000 miles, 2 freeze plugs failed without warning causing all antifreeze to leak out of car, front wipers go on without warning - at no specific speed, weather condition etc., all 12 lifters failed 2 times in the period of 1 month, turn signal will not turn off, and other minor miscellaneous problems.( dot number: )
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Transmission/alternator/belts/power windows/shock absorbers/battery/coil/spark plugs and radio failed.
The vehicle experiences problems with the turn signals and windshield wipers coming on unexpectedly. Also problems with steering column vibration, and odor that comes from the air conditioner. Please provide further information.
Blower motor resisted blocking and connecting harness was melted, which caused fan to operate on high speed only. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that repairs would only be made at owner's eexpense.
Consumer has problems with windshield wipers not coming on and staying on when it rains. Sometimes they come on for no reason.
While driving the caravan the front windshield wipers come on without any contact with the switch. The switch was replaced once on 2/6/97 under warranty. The dealer is aware of the problem. The switch has not been replaced this time. Consumer does not want to pay labor cost.
Abs brakes/water pump/windshield wipers and brake rear brake shoes failed.
Windshield wipers come on intermittently when turn signals are on. Manufacturer contacted. *ak wipers also come on intermittently for no reason when driving, even without using turn signals.
Dashboard and overhead lights emit smoke and there is a strong smell of an electrical component burning.
Interior rear view mirror fell off on two occasions.
When traveling the windshield wipers come on intermittently and without consumer turning on the windshield wiper switch. Consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer unable to determine the cause.
While driving the front windshield wipers come on without application. The van has been to the dealer at least (10) times for this prolbem. The dealer is not able to correct problem.
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