1998 Dodge Caravan: ABS light or ABS activating

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 Jun 12, 2008 · Electrical · NY

The instrument panel keeps going dead, no gauge readings at all. The ABS light comes on and the gas,temp, speedometer,mileage and gear lights don't work, they just go out. So you have no idea what your speed is which can cause an accident. This is not the first time that this has happened and we have checked all the connections. I have also heard from several other people that own caravans and other models that it has happened to them as well. I have already had to replace my transmission because I was left stranded with no notice at all. I love my caravan what I don't love is all the issues that I have been having with it. Yeah, it might be 10 years old but I have only owned it for 5 months and if I had known that these things were known to happen to the caravans I would not have purchased it.

Filed Jun 17, 2006 · Electrical · 65,400 miles · AL

I have a 1998 dodge caravan that the gauges do not register october of last year, the lights, horn, turn signals and accessories still work, on the caution panel the ABS light stays on, the dodge dealer(ozark, alabama) has replaced the vehicle computer, and electrical block under the hood it works for about two months then go dead again.

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.

Filed Nov 13, 2001 · Brakes · OH · fire

While driving 55 MPH, smelled smoke. Then, dashboard went blank. Consumer saw smoke coming from edge of hood, he pulled over and saw flames from underneath vehicle. Vehicle at dealership at this time. Dealer determined ABS system caught on fire. Damage unknown. *ak

Filed Apr 14, 2001 · Brakes · CA

Abs problems. Brakes go out every six months on the front left side. Rotors, and calipers have to be replaced. When applying the brakes the van skids. This condition caused a crash in 2/99 and 2/00. Dealership is not able to correct problem.

Filed Jun 9, 1999 · Airbags, Brakes · PR · crash · 2 injuries

I was slowing down toward a traffic light and about 35-MPH the ABS light came on. The car brakes went almost to the floor could not stop. Consequently I could not avoid a collision. The dealer said that the air bag did not open because the vehicle impact was inches just above the left side of the bumper, to my surprise. I thought I was buying a safe vehicle for my family. Since the vehicle was new the light came on one time or another, the deler could not find the problem but it was there and nothing was fix.

Filed Apr 18, 1999 · Brakes · OR

The ABS failure light comes on intermittently while driving at any speed. Once on, it stays on until the engine is switched off. Problem was very infrequent through the winter, but returned as weather began to warm. Recently have felt brake pedal pulsation as light was comming on , even at low speed stops. Dealer says light must be on solid in order to diagnose.