2005 Dodge Caravan steering problems

Filed Feb 28, 2019 · Steering · 136,000 miles · NY · crash

Tl* the contact owned a 2005 dodge caravan. While driving 40 MPH, the steering wheel seized and caused the contact to crash into a guardrail. There were no injuries. The airs bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed by an independent towing company to a salvage lot where it was deemed destroyed. Blevins seaway motors (98 center st, massena, ny 13662, (315) 764-0283) was contacted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. The cause of the failure was not determined. The failure mileage was 136,000.

Filed Mar 27, 2018 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

2005 dodge caravan mini van. Consumer writes in regards to multiple issues with vehicle. *ld

Filed Sep 19, 2015 · Brakes, Electrical · 75,010 miles · MA

As I was driving, the electrical system on my 2005 dodge caravan wheelchair-accessible minivan failed completely, shutting down my power brakes, power steering, all dashboard indicators, and all vehicle lights (including the four-way flashers). Fortunately, the engine continued to run, so I was able to pull it to the side of the road. This has happened to me twice. The first time we took it to our regular mechanic, who could not find anything wrong. After it happened the second time, a dodge dealer mechanic told me that the automatic braking system locking mechanism had failed and shorted out the entire electrical system and would cost $900 to repair. It also cost an extra $500 to replace the mechanism that the part is attached to because it had rusted so severely. These incidents were frightening because it was difficult to pull the car over to the side of the road without power steering and power brakes. It would have been worse if it had happened at a higher speed or at night since all my lights would have shut off. I would consider buying a newer wheelchair van if they were not so incredibly expensive.

Filed Dec 19, 2014 · Steering · 115,000 miles · WY

Shortly after I purchased his vehicle, I had the front end realigned. The mechanic told me the inner tie rod boot was damage and the tierod end was defective. I had the inner tierod replace but we could not find a replacement. Both boots,left and right,. Were damaged and the grease was leaking out.

Filed Aug 4, 2014 · Steering · 200,000 miles · NJ

The power steering hose failed on the steel tubing where a rubber and metal clamp hold the hose to the frame behind the engine. Water, salt and dirt contributed to the failure as it was caught in the clamp assembly. Result was a failure in the power assisted steering making it difficult to man over the care to the garage.

Filed May 12, 2011 · Airbags, Steering · 86,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 dodge caravan. The contact stated that there was a loud noise coming from the front driver side wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the rack and pinion were defective and needed to be replaced. In addition, the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who stated that the air bag located on the steering was pushing against the plastic and caused it to detach. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 86,000 and the current mileage was 88,000.

Filed May 3, 2010 · Steering · 85,000 miles · OH

On my 2005 dodge caravan the steering slips when I start the car ~ this happens whenever the car is left in the rain. The steering catches after a minute and then is fine. This has been happening for a couple of years. I have taken it to firestone and they could find nothing wrong.

Filed Jan 28, 2010 · Steering · 58,000 miles · WI

I have a 2005 dodge caravan that I have had for 2 winters now and both winters it has blown the power steering pump leaving a giant red puddle on the ground and a giant repair bill on my wallet! I have discussed it with my mechanic and was told to expect this at least once a year! I do not find this acceptable. This time it happened in my driveway but last year it happended on the road and almost landed in the ditch as a result!

Filed Aug 17, 2009 · Steering · 61,500 miles · TN

Have 2005 dodge caravan sxt- took into dealership for 60k maintenance, mileage around 61,500 at the time. Was told that seal in rack-and-pinion steering unit was leaking and whole unit will need to be replaced, sooner or later. Estimated cost at the time (june 1, 2009) was $750. Put floor cover in agarage and have noticed no leaks to date. No noticeable steering fluid depletion to date. No noticeable change in steering function so far. Will continue to observe for leaks and monitor fluid levels. Looks like a common 'fix' applied to these models whether the actual need is small or large. There is some seepage in certain bearings/seals that is a normal process, so I have been told by the technician...so, I'll watch and wait.

Filed Jun 22, 2009 · Steering · 38,000 miles · IN

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 dodge caravan. The contact started the engine and heard a whining noise. It then stopped after the vehicle warmed up. After a month of experiencing this noise, she took the vehicle to the dealer. The mechanic diagnosed the failure as a gasket in the rack and pinion steering. The leaking racket was replaced and the issue was repaired. The contact believes that a recall should be issued because it is a fairly new vehicle with low mileage. The failure mileage was 38,000 and current mileage was 40,000. Updated 07/17/09 *bf the rack and pinion was leaking and eventually replaced. Updated 07/17/09.