I purchased this vehicle october of 1995, in march of 96 the fuse block had to be replaced along with a multi function switch because the wipers would come on by themselves while I was driving, a contact and plunger kit because the right sliding door would not always unlock when using the unlock button, the fuel tank was replaced because it only held 12 gallons of gas when it was supposed to hold 18 - 20, the tank was installed so that the tank was bowed in the middle and the front door panel was reattached to the door and the left sliding door was repaired because it would not unlock with the key. In august of 1997 the switch for the interior lights was replaced because the lights would flicker, the left side sliding door lock was replaced again along with the rear door latch. In sept. 0f 97 a gear was replaced for the power steering, the left sliding door had moulding replaced because the clips were broken. In august of 98 the stereo was replaced because the treble would fade, the vehicle shut off while I was driving no one could explain this phenomenon, the relay switch was replaced and the rack and pinion was replaced also the multi-function switch was replaced again. In sept. Of 98 the car was back in the shop because the air bag light came on. Evidently when they replaced the relay switch just 7 days earlier things in the dash started working that had not worked up til that point for instance I was not aware that the chime would go off if the blinker was left on for over a mile. It took 7 days to get my car back because they found out that there were never any screws holding the air bag in the module so as far as I know for the two years that my husband and I were driving this car there was no protection by and air bag. This past week july 1, we were on vacation and we had to replace the transmission to the tune of $l771. The car is back in the shop today (7/6) because it appears that the transmission continues to slip and run at high RPM.please help!!
1996 Dodge Grand Caravan steering complaints
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When coming to a stop driver heard a loud clunking noise. Right afterwards driver made a left turn which was almost impossible because the bolt which supports the pulley for power steering, sheared off. The vehicle has been repaired. Please provide any further details.
While driving, heard a "bang" noise. Lost power steering assist. Found that tensioner assembly for the serpentine belt had broken off, and belt had come off. The stud holding the tensioner together had sheared off. Towed to nearest dealer, and fixed.
When turning a corner during medium to heavy rain there is sometimes a loss of power assist to the steering. After loss of power to steering for about 15 seconds or just long enough to go off the road, the power assist will return and will act normally. This does not happen when the road is dry. This has happened about 10 times in the last two years. It has been reported to our dealer in joplin, mo and they could not give and explaination!
When it's wet outside the steering locks up. Dealer says power steering is corroded.
While driving on highway and turning right on exit, loud noise occurred. Power steering was loose, no steering control with the vehicle. Dealer contacted, and stated the power steering belt tensioner had seized., repairs were done under warranty, no gaurantee that it would't happen again.
Tension pulley/ power steering belt failed.
Transmission/steering column/horn/struts/brakes/sway bars/battery/windshield wiper switch and A/C condensor failed.
When making a left hand turn, the vehicle loses power steering. Please provide details.
Vehicle has lost power steering in hot and humid weather due to the air conditioner draining onto the power steering belt. A replacement elbow drainage pipe is necessary to correct the problem.
Engine would shut off during driving at normal speeds. Also steering wheel locks up, making it difficult to steer away from traffic.
While driving vehicle front end has problems.owner notes many parts have been replaced, tie rods/shocks,and pittman arms. Cause has not been determined.
In wet climate or driving over puddles, the defective power steering would be inoperative, causing loss of steering control due to the power steering belts getting wet. Dealer cannot find a solution to the problem.
Front tires out of round. Also replaced steering column.
Power steering failed.
The power steering assist has failed on 3 occasions when making left turns.
Power steering failed.
Rack and pinion failed causing noise.
Steering is very wobbly & very loose; speed would vary when it happens. Would pull to right & drift; intermittent grinding in steering mechanism; would lock up when parking or backing up; took to dealer 3 times & had rack & pinion , steering pump replaced, but problem still exists.
While driving the truck loses all steering. This happens because the steering belt slips. Driver has experience loss of steering five times.
Rack and pinion steering failed.
Consumer has been experiencing problems with the power steering on vehicle. Dealer could not duplicate the problem.
While driving the vehicle in wet conditions with A/C on, when turning left, the steering would lock up. The problem was not corrected. Vehicle has been sold.
Fuel system and steering problems.
Steering wheel locke dup three times when going through puddle, almost hit other vehicles approaching it. Also, engine belt slipped/replaced.
Vehicle's steering power goes out when driven for long periods of time. Dealer has tried to repair the vehicle.
Sitting at a stop sign ,proceeded to make a left hand turn when the steering locked . Applying pressure got the vehicle to return to steering. Intervals of stiffness 24 hours prior to this incident. Vehicle was towed and the dealers said there is nothing wrong with it.
Steering gear failed, causing loud noise during low speed and tight turns.
Noisy rear brakes; also steering column makes clunking noise when turning wheel.
The power steering goes out when hitting a puddle on the right side while driving the vehicle.
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