While driving at any speed, the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. The driver lost control of the vehicle, but regained control. The mechanic informed the driver that the steering gear needed to be replaced. Please provide further details. *jb steering wheel would lock and not turn while driving. Consumer had the steering gear replaced at her own expense.
2001 Dodge Caravan steering complaints
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Consumer complained about a rack and pinion steering problem. When turning the corner power steering went out and then kicked back in making handling the vehicle very difficult. When turning the steering wheel there was a clanking sound.
While turning the steering column locked up. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
Our dodge caravan sport has been well maintained and we've had it for 3 years and has only 35,000 miles on it. This started happening after the 30,000 mile mark. We have 2 small children and we have been very lucky that nothing has happened. We liked the caravan because we did not hear bad things about it. But now we experienced these things and we are not alone makes me re-think of not getting a caravan again or recommending it to people. We've run into the following problems: first item is the power door lock on the sliding door. While on the freeway, the lock would unlock and lock. Second item is the power windows on the front passenger side. I've read others who complained about it. The power window does not go up after it has gone down. An effort to giggle it up is the trick. Now it just doesn't roll up or down. Third item is the power steering. We have a family friend who also had this problem. The power steering is making clicking noise and while parking it has a loud agonizing hum. Fourth item the turn signals does not turn off automatically once the turn has been made. Taking it to the dealership, see if they have some answers.
Was in memphis when my caravan broke down, so my husband in wv went to buchannon auto mall to get a new safer car for trips to memphis for our daughters cancer treatments. I got home the car was here about 3 days we used it and it started jumping when it shifted (automatic).took it to shop they said it was fine drove car to next town and it totally stopped opened hood and found that the transmission hose wasnt on so with 200 miles on car it couldnt be used! Was told by auto mall it would be fixed and it was but now I am afraid of the car, told them I didnt want it and was told I would only get 11000 trade in! An insult so I kept it in 2002 I told them they fixed tierod went out and they replaced it(less than 20000 miles) in 2004 motor went out of driver window carpet is now a mess fixed window but have not offered to replace carpet! Now at 36700 miles both front tie rods are needing replaced getting it fixed today I feel that something is terribly wrong with this car and it isnt safe.
The steering rack and pinion cracked while driving 25 MPH. When this occurred the vehicle had no power steering, which made it difficult to steer the vehicle. The part to repair the vehicle is on backorder. *nm
Over the past 15 months, our 2001 dodge grand caravan sport has blown 4 hydraulic hoses. 3 times on the power steering return lines and 1 transmission cooler hose.
Paint is bubbling and peeling off. Power window on drivers side works whenever it wants to. Steering has a bad whine and makes bed noises.
Complaint regarding 2001 dodge caravan rack and pinion recall. #10016812.*mr consumer learned of the recall and inquired whether his vehicle was part of a factory defect. He paid for the replacement of the rack and pinion at a cost of $1000. Dollars.
Power steering pump and rack & pinion failed at 67k miles after 2.5 years in service. I am told that a timely replacement rack is unavailable due to a substantial backorder.
2001 dodge grand caravan unable to turn steering wheel especially when cold. Unable to turn safetly. More difficulty to turn steering wheel right. Power steering pack malfunctioned. Dodge dealers in n.ga. Knoxville tn. And chattanooga tn. State that part is on national back order. 1-2 weeks before able to obtain part since appears to be a frequent defect.
Consumer took vehicle to the dealership and was told by the mechanic that the inner sway bar bushings were worn out, and the left inner tie rod was loose. Also, rack and pinion steering needed to be replaced.
The rack and pinion was replaced at 47,445 miles.
When the consumer attempted to make a turn into a parking lot, the vehicle failed to steer. Ph
When the consumer attempted to make a turn into a parking lot, the vehicle failed to steer.
The steering wheel locked up.
The instrument panel lights on the vehicle has decreased in brightness. The problem is noticeable at night. There is a resistance when turning the wheel and when backing. The rubber gaskets continue to fall from the sliding passenger door on the drivers side. The vehicle has taken a long time to warm up in cold weather. The alternator was replaced. Scc
The consumer stated, while driving, the driver was unable to turn left the steering wheel-which had locked up, almost causing an accident. Dealer contacted. Mr the consumer states that the steering pump was replaced by the dealer, but the problem is not solved. Still unable to turn left-not until the vehicle is warm. The consumer is dissatisfied with the vehicle and adds that the window motors were replaced(unsure if problem), the brakes done 3 times, along with numerous steering problems. Scc
Steering wheel became extremely hard to turn, vehicle has been examined by dealer 4 times but no problem was found.
While driving 5-10 MPH a constant rattling on front of the vehicle due to damaged inner tie rod. Mechanic replaced tie rod. However, rattling noise still occurring after the replacement of new tie rod .
While driving engine and air bag lights came on, gauges started acting up, and headlights started flashing. Consumer lost all power. Also, had no brakes, and steering wheel locked up. Heard a popping noise under hood.
1)abnormal engine noise when cold start. 2)rubbing noise just behind steering wheel when turning sop rack. 3)recall door latch.
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