I brought to the attention of the local dodge dealer that the ABS system was running excessively, they check it out and said they wasn't anything abnormal. On 4-13-1995 my brakes failed and I barely avoided a collision. I brough my vehicle in to the dealer and was informed that 2 switches on my ABS systems failed. In january 1997 I received recall 685 from chrysler saying brake failure may occur and a substantial increse in brake pedal force is needed to stop the vehicle. This is now the problem with the vehicle, but of course it's now past the 100,000 miles of coverage that chrysler would cover the repairs.
1992 Dodge Grand Caravan brakes complaints
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On 12/27/98 my anti-lock light and brake light remained on. Brakes had minimal power and stopping. No dealers open on sunday. Monday went to nearest service center, firestone mastercare, 1/2 mile from hotel in palm harbor, fl. After diagnostics of ABS failure, firestone contacted several dealers for the parts. No dealer would release the parts to a 'reseller'. Nearest part could be shipped from atlanta. I agreed to overnight shipping. Next day, no part. Chrysler would not ship to a 'reseller'. Only an authorized dealer can make the repair. I was headed back home to atlanta, so I drove without the ABS and only minimum braking. On 12/31/98 took van to dealer. On 1/4/99 dealer ordered parts. By 1/8 no parts available. Parts finally at dealer on 1/14 or 15. Van fixed and returned. My concern is that 1) the parts for the brake recall #685 were not available to a reseller, and then not available for 2 weeks to the dealer. Then according to the dealer, my service record indicated that this recall was serviced on 08/11/97 and 12/17/97. I do not remember a problem with the brakes at either of those times, nor do I remember having the brakes fixed. However, if the ABS was fixed, it has now failed for a 2nd time!!
Vehicle recall work on ABS system not completed due to dealer problem.
Complete failure of braking occurred w/o warning. Second failure since owning car. First failure had no warning lights, but braking took approx. 100 ft. To stop car from 25 MPH. Latest failure occurred 425 miles from home in parkersburg, wva. Rented a car to return to richmond. Took local dealer 14 days to get parts from chrysler. Returned rental car to parkersburg on dec. 3, 1998 and drove van back to richmond. Chrysler reimbursed us for rental expenses and towing. Requested that chrysler remove anti-lock braking and install standard braking, but they refused. Talked to several mechanics and all confirmed my opinion that this particular system used by chrysler in '91, '92, & '93 is flawed in design and it will only be a matter of time before I or a member of my family will be faced with complete brake failure again. The next time we may not be so lucky! I feel that I cannot expose my family to this danger any longer, & therefore must dispose of this van. Since the federal safety agency is obviously aware of the number of complaints and the safety impact of brake failure, I do not understand why there has not been a complete recall on all chrysler cars equipped with this system. Your comments would be appreciated. You may contact me at any time to discuss the matter further. Regards, r. C. Poage, jr.
Vehicle is in involved under recall 96v099 (ABS system). Intermittently, when the brakes are applied the pedal becomes hard, resulting in extended stopping distance. Also, the ABS pump runs during normal braking. The dealership states that this is normal operation. The vehicle is currently at the dealership. They will not perform the recall repair of the ABS system.
While coming to a stop the pedal went to the floor, resulting in an extended stopping distance. A recall was ordered on make and model year. This vehicle was not included under recall. Prior to the incident , owner took the vehicle to the dealer for inspection of the ABS system, and the master cylinder because ABS light remained on while driving. The dealer informed owner that the brake fluid was low because the pads were low. Manufacturer notified.
Brake light and ABS warning light came on intermittently over several days upon iginition. Shortly thereafter, brakes totally failed in traffic.
Intermittent brake failure.
Brake rotors failed.
Problems with ABS--owner received notice of recall. After having the brake system replaced, 2 more failures occured.
Abs failed, causing lack of control/longer stopping distance, and increased risk of an accident. Abs light stays on. Dealer has replaced moduler/pump,defect is still occurring.
Abs failure--later recalled. Owner wants reimbursement for repairs.
Anti lock brakes failed before/after recall repairs.
Recall # 96v099000, vehicle serviced twice under recall. Owner still experiencing problem with vehicle. Vehicle will be serviced by another dealership today.
96v‑099, anti-lock braking system, took the vehicle in 09-dec-96, dealer hasn't received parts. Gave owner a rental car. Dealer still hasn't fixed the vehicle due to no parts.
The ABS brake system on has been recalled. The dealership did not perform the recall, and then the brakes went out and did not stop the vehicle at a red light.
After recall campaign 96v099000 was done, ABS failure persists, when attempting to slow/stop pedal becomes spongy then goes to floor, continues to roll forward, dealer replaced ABS three times under recall.
Abs piston failure.
Vehicle has had four transmission failures, two engine failures, and one complete ABS replacement.
Anti lock brake recall repair work completed however brakes continued to experience problems until finally rectified after three repair attempts.
Antilock brakes disengage on rough road surface.
Abs system failed.
Abs system failure prior to recall notice, recall work completed however failed, consumer lost all brake power.
While driving experienced ABS failure, upon attempting to slow/stop brake action seem ineffective, brake pedal goes to floor, no prior warning.
Brake warning light comes on intermittently and stays on for five minutes. Resistance while depressing the brakes. Left hardly with any braking power. Loud vibrating humming noise comes from the brakes. Rear light stays on after depressing the brakes.
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