1998 Dodge Caravan brakes problems

Filed Jan 12, 2016 · Brakes, Steering · 150,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge caravan. The contact stated that when driving on wet roads, the power brakes and steering failed. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the pulley needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Jan 15, 2015 · Acceleration, Brakes · 132,000 miles · NV

I was backing out of a parking space in 2012, when the brakes completely failed, I had to put my vehicle into gear in order for it to stop. Even though I was only going 5 MPH or less, I was on a downhill slope. There wasn't an accident nor any damage, so I don't have that to report. The van was taken to towbin dodge in henderson, nv that weekend I believe and I was told that the recall defect had been fixed. However, the horn, airbag light and ABS still do not work. My VIN #[xxx], my question is this. If the recall problem is still defective even though it's been repaired, what am I supposed to do? Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 12, 2007 · Brakes · 130,000 miles · MI

Tl*- the contact owns a 1998 dodge caravan with 130,000 failure mileage. While driving at 55 MPH and attempting make a stop the contact put his foot on the brake, but nothing happened. The pedal went all the way down to the floor. The contact started pumping the brake and the vehicle slowed down, but it did not stop. The contact let the vehicle roll to a stop. The dealer had not been called. The contact replaced the interrupter valve on the vehicle.

Filed Mar 29, 2007 · Brakes · 56,400 miles · RI

Tl*- contact owns a 1998 dodge caravan and said that the hydraulic brake line was rusted to the point where it leaked and it caused brake failures. The contact believed that it was a safety issue to drive the vehicle because the brakes did not work properly. The failure mileage was 56400, and the current mileage was 56500.

Filed Mar 28, 2007 · Brakes · 56,234 miles · RI

Tl*- the contact owns a 1998 dodge caravan and wanted to file a complaint because the hydraulic brake lines were rusted and appeared ready to fail. The contact didn't provide any more information. Failure mileage was at 56,234.

Filed Oct 18, 2005 · Brakes, Electrical · 90,000 miles · MD

Dt: the contact state that 1998 dodge caravan was having an intermittent problem with starting and stopping. The problem occurred on and off for about two years. The vehicle has been to the dealership, they have seen the problem, but could not duplicate it. Also, the vehicle has been to an independent repair shop, and they could not fix the problem either. The vehicle only did this when the contact attempted to start it. This happened every day. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer four or five times. *ak updated 11/29/2005 -

Filed Jun 8, 2005 · Brakes · 80,000 miles · WI · crash

Consumer's vehicle brake pedal will not reach the floor, and the brakes have just failed. The consumer backed out of the garage, and brakes failed , resulting in a crash.*ak...had vehicle towed to dealer, who stated that front disc brakes failed. Consumer paid $160.oo to replace brakes. *ak

Filed Nov 12, 2004 · Brakes, Fuel system · 148,500 miles · TX

Vehicle was leaking fuel. It was discovered when the consumer smelled gas. Consumer made contact with the manufacturer, and h was told that vehicle was not included in 03e450000, 03e530000, and 00v268000.

Filed Oct 26, 2004 · Brakes · 62,000 miles · NY

When applying the brake pedal ABS light commenced to illuminate. Brake pedal went to the floor, and the vehicle experienced extended stopping distance before stopping. Vehicle was taken to dealer for repairs.

Filed Oct 22, 2004 · Brakes · PA

While driving consumer pressed down on the brakes and pedal went to the floor. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and noticed that the ABS braking light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the ABS modular unit needed to be replaced.