1999 Dodge Caravan acceleration problems

Filed Jul 16, 2015 · Acceleration, Airbags · 134,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge caravan. While driving at approximately 60 MPH, the engine stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the air bag and cruise control warning indicators were illuminated continuously. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 134,000.

Filed Aug 10, 2011 · Acceleration · 42,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge caravan. The contact stated that the cruise control system failed. After setting the cruise control to 35 MPH, the vehicle automatically sped up to 55 MPH. The brakes were then applied, but the vehicle continued to accelerate. In order to stop the vehicle from accelerating, the cruise control switch was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who could not diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 42,000 and the current mileage was 45,000. Updated 09/19/11 *bf the consumer also stated the cruise control would activate on its own. The dealer replaced the cruise servo/actuator. They also recommended an engagement switch. Updated 09/30/11

Filed Jun 21, 2010 · Acceleration, Airbags · 152,000 miles · OR · crash

1999 dodge grand caravan had recall in 2004 to replace a clockspring, but dealer avoided this after customer's 3 or 4 tries in 2004. On 06-16-2010 when the vehicle was put in reverse, (all [xxx] broke loose!) the motor hit high revolutions, the steering wheel and the brakes immediately "locked" up and could not be moved as it traveled backwards and finally hitting and totaling 2 vehicles at over 50 MPH.note: since about 2007 a brake light has been on and the cruise control was not working. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Mar 2, 2005 · Acceleration, Airbags · 59,000 miles · CA · crash

While driving at 35 MPH air bag warning light came on ,and the horn failed to work. Also, cruise control did not work. A recall was issued on clock spring affecting earlier models.*ak recall campaign; the federal safety agency campaign id number : 04v480000. For the air bag. The consumer stated that she was in a car accident and the air bags did not deploy. The consumer submitted paperwork on a reimbursement for the clock spring repair.

Filed Nov 18, 2004 · Acceleration, Airbags · IL

The horn and the cruise control failed to operate when the air bag warning light came on. Upon having the air bag clock spring recall 04v480000 repairs performed dealership indicated that the horn failure was not related to the defective recall part, and charged the consumer $100.00 to have the part replaced.

Filed Sep 16, 2004 · Acceleration · 110,000 miles · LA

Vehicle lunged forward. I was unable to control speed due to lunging and stalling. Does this with or without the air condition on and only upon acceleration. Does not matter if it is on an incline or not-always upon acceleration. Very unsafe and I am very worried as I travel alone with a toddler in this daily.

Filed Jul 27, 2004 · Acceleration, Airbags · 116,550 miles · MD

I am currently having the same problem reported under the federal safety agency action number rq04001. I have a nonfunctional horn, cruise control and a air bag light.

Filed Jul 9, 2004 · Acceleration, Airbags · 85,000 miles · KY

While driving air bag light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Following that the horn and the cruise control failed to operate. Consumer contacted the dealer, and mechanic determined that the clock spring needed replacement. Consumer called in to make an appointment.

Filed Jun 13, 2004 · Acceleration, Airbags · 73,000 miles · NJ

Airbag light is on, cruise control and horn stopped working.

Filed Jun 1, 2004 · Acceleration, Airbags · 111,000 miles · FL

Airbag sensor light continued to stay on. As a result, horn and cruise control failed. A recall for the clock spring was issued. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to model year.