Abs brake actuator motor failure. For the third time the ABS motor has failed. Chrysler claims the part is no longer serviced and will not honor the lifetime warrantee 96v099000. The part is available in the aftermarket for about $350.00 after a number of calls to fiat chrysler they would only offer to buy the vehicle from me for $300.00 which is the lowest value to be had by kbb.
1992 Dodge Grand Caravan brakes problems
65 complaints (26% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 167,000. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 65
- of this car's complaints
- 26%
- typical mileage
- 167,000
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip46
- Foundation components5
- Antilock5
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module3
- Foundation components: master cylinder2
- Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings1
- Foundation components: disc: rotor1
- Foundation components: disc: pads1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Dodge Grand Caravan brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
- Risk
- If this condition occurs, the ABS function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.
Recall number 96V099000 · Recall details
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What 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 dodge grand cherokee. The dealer stated that they have been making the repairs per recall 96v099000 service brakes, hydraulic: antilock since september 25, 2009. She will contact the manufacturer. The VIN was not available. The failure and the current mileages were 172,104.
Hy brakes.
Tl*the contact owns a 1992 dodge grand caravan. While driving 30 MPH, the contact stated that the brake light illuminated on the instrument panel and the brake pedal was difficult to depress. A mechanic stated that the ABS needed to be replaced. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock). The purchase date and powertrain were unknown. The current and failure mileages were approximately 152,513.
Dt*: the contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, extreme pressure on the brake pedal was needed to stop the vehicle. There was no warning prior to the incident that the brakes were faulty. The vehicle was taken to a service dealer, where the dealer determined that the hydraulic control unit failed. The vehicle was not repaired due to the unavailability of parts. There is a the federal safety agency recall # 96v099000 which pertains to the antilock brakes. The vehicle was repaired by the previous owner based on the recall, but the problem re-occurred.
Dt: the contact received the federal safety agency recall campaign 96v099000 concerning anti lock brakes. The recall only offered a partial remedy. In order to completely repair the problem additional parts had to be replaced at the contact's expense. According to the recall, an extended or lifetime warranty would be offered on other anti-lock components. The dealer and manufacturer stated the recall was completed correctly, and the contact would be responsible for the remaining expense.
Dt: the contact stated recall 96v099000 repairs was done on the ABS brakes in 2004. However, he wa shaving a failure. The ABS light illuminated on the dashboard. Upon inspection by the service dealership the ABS controller failed. He has been in contact with the manufacturer. They claimed the part in question was not covered by the recall. No repairs have been made.
Dt: 1992, dodge, grand caravan, intermittent brake failure, no power assist, the brakes will not stop vehicle quickly enough. Also, right front brake calipers failed after going about 20 miles in stop and go traffic. Consumer already replaced the hydraulic brake line and the calipers. But it did not solve the problem, which only left the brake actuator piston assembly and pump motor assembly. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer, and dealer could not see the problem, dealer said that if they could duplicate the problem they would fix it because the actuator pump and assembly motor were still under warranty. The intermittent brake failure was included in a recall 96v099000 concerning ABS module control failure. The problem was fixed then. Consumer stated that the problem was intermittent so the dealer will not fix because they could not duplicate the problem.
Dt: had the brakes and ABS unit replaced 3 times, and consumer is very aggravated. Talked to chrysler, and they have the information. There was no warning that vehicle had no brakes.
Consumer stated dealer refused to repair the recall for ABS brake system until consumer paid a diagnostic fee. *ak recall campaign recall number: 96v099000
Questions about the 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan brakes
Does the 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 65 complaints about the brakes of the 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan, 26% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 167,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 96V099000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Grand Caravan have bad brakes?
The Dodge Grand Caravan model years with the most brakes complaints are 2008 (212 complaints), 1996 (106 complaints) and 1993 (98 complaints).
Other 1992 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
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