Dt*: the contact stated while driving 5 MPH in reverse, the brake pedal became exceedingly difficult to depress, and excessive force was required to stop the vehicle. A service dealer as well as a private repair shop had inspected the vehicle on several occasions. The problem was determined to be due to the ABS failing. The service dealer determined that the failure was due to a manufacturer defect. There was a the federal safety agency recall # 96v099000 which pertained to the antilock service brakes. The vehicle was not included in the recall due to the VIN. Updated 9/20/2006 - the seat belts, air bag and windshield wipers malfunctioned.
1993 Dodge Grand Caravan visibility problems
17 complaints (6% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 17
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Windshield wiper/washer5
- Windshield wiper/washer: motor3
- Windshield wiper/washer: linkages2
- Power window devices and controls2
- Glass, side/rear2
- Windshield1
- Rear window wiper/washer: motor1
- Defroster/defogger/HVAC system: rear window1
At what mileage
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Dodge Grand Caravan visibility problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan visibility
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkages
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: minivans. The left hand windshield wiper pivot drive arm was not mechanically staked to the pivot shaft.
- Risk
- This could allow the drive arm to disengage from the shaft leading to a loss of wiper function. The driver's visibility would be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the left hand side windshield wiper pivot assembly.
Recall number 99V189000 · Recall details
What 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
V6 3.3 l engine I bought it 3 years ago with 77000 miles on it and shortly therefater the following problems have been noted: especially in cold weather, the transmission would not engage even after shifting to "d". It would work after getting warmed up. Frequent jerks with the transmission, after braking and resuming acceleration sharp clunking sound from the drivers side in the front when starting to move. (mounts?)
Tailgate wiper assembly stopped working. Vehicle has not been examined by dealer.
Consumer was sitting in 100 degree weather in drive through and all of a sudden back tailgate window broke. Consumer heard a pop and glass was everywhere. Consumer has check for recall, and will next contact the dealer.
The rear lift gate window has shattered and exploded while driving with the rear window defroster on, this has happened 3 times in six and a half years, each time it happened it was during rainy or snowy weather. Nlm
When consumer started engine, back window shattered. Not taken to dealer, but reported to police.
Passenger window is intermittently inoperative. Nlm
The left windshield wiper pivot failed prior to recall notice 99v‑189 during a rain storm resulting in poor visibility. Nlm
The left hand windshield wiper pivot arm failed prior to recall notice 99v‑189 during inclement weather causing poor visibility. Nlm
Airbag light is on all the time. Horn would sound off, then it would stop working. Also,rear windshield wipers are not working . Contacted dealer.
Questions about the 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan visibility
Does the 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan have visibility problems?
Owners have filed 17 complaints about the visibility of the 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan, 6% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan visibility problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan visibility?
Yes, 1 recall: 99V189000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Grand Caravan have the most visibility problems?
The Dodge Grand Caravan model years with the most visibility complaints are 1996 (101 complaints), 1997 (61 complaints) and 2008 (53 complaints).
Other 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
Brakes 98Transmission 50Seat belts 44Body 31Engine 22Airbags 13Fuel system 11Locks 9Steering 9Acceleration 6Electrical 6Suspension 6Seats 4Lights 2Tires 2
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