Consumer state while vehicle is in park it automatically jumps into reverse gear. Ts
1997 Dodge Caravan steering complaints
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Consumer states clock spring does not work in her truck which prevent her air bag, and the horn from working. Consumer states she was told by a mechanic they can fix the problem, but that it might be a recall coming up on this problem, and was told that she could not bring the vehicle in for repair. Ts
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Heard a click when turning wheel to the right. Then, later on steering wheel would not turn at all. Took vehicle to dealership, they sad it might be the rack and pinon or power steering that was causing the problem.*ak
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Consumer states transmission is not engaging on cold start. Dealer replaced transmission.
While driving 15 MPH lost steering. Dealer replaced tensioner belt that had fallen off. This had happened in december 2000, at 30000 miles. During routine inspection on 15 november, 2001 dealer noticed tensioner belt needed to be replaced a third time.
Tie rod end became disassembled while backing out of a parking stall. The knuckle came out of the cup resulting in loss of steering control, lucky we were not on freeway.
Electrical component failures have resulted in five visits, four repairs - counting this current incident. Warranty issues have prevented immediate repair, even though we hold an extended gold warranty. Dealer claims clockspring involvement - customer claims operation perfect without for several months. Customer left clockspring unrepaired due to warranty issue, since, a possible recall is under review. Customer refuses payment for repair. Dodge is unresponsive. Dealer is unresponsive. Lawsuit will be pursued.
Dealership repaired defect of airbag/steering column/electrical problems last february. Consumer states that these defects have occurred again. Please provide any additional information/attachments.
While driving serpentine belt would become loose. Would have no prior warning. It caused problem with steering.*ak the loose serpentine belt caused power steering loss as well as power brakes and cooling fan.
Rack and pinion was locking up on turns causing difficulty turning steering wheel.
Had just turned on air conditioner when condensation started to build up & dripped on belt controlling steering. This caused belt to slip & loss of power steering. Took to dealer & informed by mechanic a technical service bulletin #19-01-97 revised a was sent on the problem. Replacing air conditioner. *ak the loss of power steering was due to design flaw by the manufacturer, according to the consumer. The manufacturer should be responsible for repair.
Parking brake cable failed. Nlm
Steering: steering wheel vibrations, difficult to control, especially when breaking, and popping noises. Had to replace rack and pinion at 37,100 miles. Replaced lower control arm bushings at 54,354 miles. Replaced lower control arm joints at 59,421 miles. Tires: tires loose air pressure and go flat for no apparent reason intermitantly, resulting in the replacement of two tires. Tire burst while driving, resulting in replacement of a third tire. Door locks: intermittent failure of right side sliding door power lock. Will not lock/unlock with power control. Radio tape deck: tape player activated without tape in the deck. Unable to stop tape player. Required replacement.( dot number: tire size: p215/65r15 )
While driving less than 30 MPH serpentine belt tensioner pulley broke, causing all power steering to be lost. Van was towed to the dealership, where the belt tensioner assembly and power steering pulley was replaced at owner's expense. Dealership stated that this was a common problem,and happened all the time. Owner very concerned for the safety of himself and others. *ak transmission jerks while taking off from stop. A/c does not cool enough.
The power steering failed during emergency causing the vehicle to crash. Yh
Steering belt tension bar broke, causing a loss of vehicle control and power steering.
On a slow turn, the power steering pump shaft sheared, causing complete loss of power assist on the vehicle
Intermittently, right in the beginning of making a left turn, steering wheel becomes a little stiff. After a popping nosie is heard steering becomes normal. The problem was reported to the dealership. The dealer was not able to duplicate this problem. Please provide any further details.
Loss of steering after hitting puddle causing belt to slip.
Vehicle experiences hesitation, bucking and misfires continually, several repair attempts to several components however continues to experience symptons. Mjs
Steering wheel seems to lock up when van turns corners and the van becomes hard to handle
While driving through standing water at right front wheel, water spashes onto power steering belt, resulting in temporary loss of power assist steering. Tsb service bulletin number: 19-01-97.
While backing up and turning right or left steering makes noise, sounds like a horn. Problem has occurred 5 times. Cause unknown.
Steering wheel locked during a turn across traffic, driver could not straighten the vehicle and ended up in the grass. Driver believes something broke in the steering column.
While driving over water puddles or if water accumulates underneath of the vehicle, the power steering becomes inoperative which may result an accident. Dealer said that's the way the vehicle was made and supposed to do.
Noise caused by fluid motion in the fuel tank , thud/thump sound when accelerating from a stop and/or when stopping.
Accident. Vehicle pulls to right, steering wheel off center. Tires leaking air. Bent oil pan.
Traveling short distances driver begins to accelerate. Steering column begins to vibrate and automatic transmission jerks. This constitutes poor handling.
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