First time clockspring failure rendered driver airbag inoperative. Second failure rendered cruise control inoperative. A non-working airbag is a safety issue.
1997 Dodge Caravan electrical complaints
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Air bag/ horn and crusie control failed due to clockspring malfunctioning. Horn could not be used in a emergency situation. Dealer was notified. Please provide more information.
My airbag light came on, cruise control was lost and horn does not work. I understand there have been other complaints regarding the clock spring failure on dodge caravans.
While driving, the air bag light illuminated. The dealer has been notified, and the mechanic stated that the clock spring needed to be replaced. *ak the consumer also stated that the cruise control works part time, and the check engine light stays on.
On several occasions, while driving, both fans remain on, and the dashboard temperature gauge drops to c (bottom). Dealer replaced relay by the radiator and the computer (power train module) but the problems remains.
Air bag and the horn arev not working properly. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated that it could be clockspring material on vehicle.
While driving electrical wiring went out, and lost all power on vehicle. Dealer contacted.
While driving air bag light illuminated on dashboard.also, horn completely stopped working. Please provide any further information.
Clock spring failed, causing cruise control/air bags,and horn not to work. Chrysler said part not covered under warranty. If part is considered a wiring harness then it should be covered under warranty that we purchased.
Consumer states transmission is not engaging on cold start. Dealer replaced transmission.
Horn is inoperative, and airbag light illuminates. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer indicated needed clockspring. Please add VIN.
While driving horn stopped working, and all dash warning lights came on due to an electrical short under the dash that caused wiring to melt. Dealer said wiring and computer had to be replaced.
This failure causes the airbag to not work, the horn to not work and no cruise control. I have also heard the the airbag may deply at any time. This could be a problem if going down the road at 65 MPH. This is a defective part and chrysler should recall and repair. I understand that other cars with same problem has been recalled (some jeeps and trucks).
Airbag light came on - horn stopped working. Diagnosis is failed clockspring. Cost of repair is $100 "goodwill" repair price from dodge. Not covered by premium extended warranty.
Vehicle experienced fire in the alternator/ignition system, claim 18-0315-533.
While parked, vehicle caught on fire in the left front corner of the engine compartment, it states that the only possible natural cause for the fire would be an electrical malfunction, however this was not present in the evidence that was examnined after the fire, claim 13-7000-834.
Airbag light is on, and horn stopped working. Dealer determined that clock spring assembly needed to be replaced.
Air bag light on instrument panel has been illuminating/ horn does not function when needed, and cruise control fails to operate. Dealership has examined vehicle, and determined that clock spring assembly in steering column has failed, and has to be replaced. Please provide any additional information / attachments.
Informed that clock work mechanism is defective under steering wheel cover, this controls the airbag,cruise control and horn. Told by dealership this was a common problem and was not covered under extended warranty.
The airbag warning light came on. At the same time, the horn and the cruise control ceased to function. In addition, the wipers come on at random, but especially upon using turn signals (wiper controls are incorporated into the turn signal lever).
Was driving vehicle when distributor bearings seized up and caused transaxle to loosen up. Transmission then failed. Vehicle is an all wheel drive. Towed to dealership. Mechanic indicated plug on transmission canister cap had melted. This happened at 78,000 miles. Had transmission replaced with new transmission. Problem reappeared in new transmission. Had previously smelled sulfur like fumes inside vehicle. Vehicle gave big jerk , and made a loud noise before coming to a stop. Also, noticed grayish smoke in rear. At dealership, mechanic noticed plug, made of plastic, had melted like the first one.*ak
Air bag clockspring: air bag sensor light remained on while traveling. Also, horn and the cruise control were inoperative.
Airbag light remains on and horn is inoperative. Authorized dealer replaced clockspring to restore driver airbag and horn operation at $212.95 cost to consumer.
Airbag light remains on and horn is inoperative. Authorized dealer replaced clockspring to restore driver airbag and horn operation at $212.95 cost to consumer.
Ea 01 007/air bag clockspring: air bag sensor light remained on while traveling. Also, horn and the cruise control were inoperative. Dealer/manufacturer were notified, and informed thatthey were not covered under a recall. Feel free to provide any further information on this matter.
While driving at 25 MPH consumer noticed white smoke coming from tail pipe. Then, white smoke and flames were coming from under the hood. Consumer stopped car and turned ignition off. Consumer exited the car, and vehicle caught on fire. Consumer feels this may related to recall for fuel leakage. *ak consumer states vehicle was in shop for transmission problems on february 16th, 2001.
I have experienced failures in my steering colmn which does not allow me to use my horn, cruise control, and I am afraid that my air bag does not work. The airbag light stays on along with ABS and intermitant other lights. I have had to repair my transmission and it still does not work properly. Slipping from time to time. The rear A/C fan switch only works in the low and high position. Trassmision gives off a burning smell when hot.
Vehicle experienced several electrical problems: windshield wipers inoperable due to a short in switch, radiator fan relay replaced, ground wire loose in engine causing dash cluster to go haywire, horn, power windows, radio, speedometer, and air conditioner inoperable at times.
Ea 01 007/air bag clockspring: air bag sensor light is remaining on, and horn is inoperative. Dealer was notified, and repairs were made at consumer cost. *ak the clock spring failure caused check the air bag light to come on. The fuse for the horen was replaced.
Airbag light will not go out/horn does not work.
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