1998 Dodge Grand Caravan engine problems

Filed Jun 14, 2019 · Engine · 261,000 miles · AZ

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge grand caravan. While operating the vehicle, a knocking noise was heard coming from the engine and the vehicle hesitated when accelerating. The vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the failure was due to low oil pressure caused by faulty engine connecting rods. The vehicle was not repaired. Swantys dodge (2494 south hwy 95, bullhead city, az) and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and did not assist. The failure mileage was 261,000.

Filed Jan 25, 2017 · Engine · 225,000 miles · WV

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge grand caravan. Without warning, the serpentine belt detached out of place. The contact replaced the serpentine belts and the pulleys, but the failure continued. The dealer indicated that there was no service campaign and recall to provide a solution. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 05/30/17*lj updated 09/25/2017

Filed Jun 22, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 156,563 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge grand caravan. While driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle's muffler became louder and the engine stalled. The vehicle could not restart. The contact stated that the vehicle had an abnormal fuel odor prior to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the muffler, fuel tank, and wiring harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 156,563.

Filed Dec 10, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · 120,000 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver as the battery warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic stated that the serpentine belt had become detached from the vehicle. A splash guard was installed to prevent the failure but the failure three times as the contact was driving in rainy weather. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.

Filed Feb 26, 2013 · Engine · 49,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that the serpentine belt became detached numerous times when the vehicle was being driven in inclement weather, causing the vehicle to stall. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The serpentine belt was replaced five times however, the failure was not corrected. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 49,000 and the current mileage was 160,000.

Filed Dec 27, 2012 · Engine · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH over a puddle of water, there was a complete loss of power steering. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the contact discovered that the serpentine belt had become detached without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent auto shop where the serpentine belt was replaced. The failure recurred four times and the serpentine belt was either re-attached or replaced with a new one. The manufacturer was not notified of the recurring problem. The failure mileage was unavailable.

Filed Oct 7, 2012 · Electrical, Engine · 140,000 miles · CO

When my van is in stop and go traffic the radiator fan fails to turn on to cool the engine to help it cool. Also it overheats at random in hot weather. My van uses a lot of coolant/antifreeze because of this. I have had the radiator replaced and pretty much everything else that is associated with the cooling system in an effort to fix this, but to no avail. Because of this I don't drive much as if it overheats I am stranded.

Filed Jan 25, 2012 · Engine · 118,000 miles · WA

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that while attempting to make a right turn, the steering wheel would refuse to turn. A local mechanic replaced the serpentine belt but after a month the belt failed. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. The vehicle was not further repaired. The failure and the current mileage was approximately 118,000.

Filed Jan 17, 2012 · Engine · 90,500 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge grand caravan. While driving approximately 35 MPH the steering wheel became extremely difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was towed to the contacts home. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who stated the serpentine belt detached from the vehicle. The serpentine belt was replaced. The failure occurred intermittently four times. The mechanic installed a tensioner to hold the serpentine belt in place. The failure continued to occur. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 90,500. The consumer stated the belt tensioner and idler pulley was replaced on 03/04/12 updated 03/30/12

Filed Nov 9, 2011 · Engine · 108,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 1998 dodge grand caravan. While driving approximately 45 MPH in rainy weather, the steering became difficult to maneuver and the brakes would not respond when depressed. The vehicle began to overheat and was driven to an independent mechanic for inspection. The mechanic advised that the serpentine belt detached from the vehicle. The mechanic replaced the serpentine belt and the tensioner. The failure recurred one month later and the contact was able to place the belt back in place. The failure recurred five times and only when driving in rainy weather. The vehicle was not further repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 108,000.