We purchased a used 1999 grand caravan. Through research we found the clockspring was the problem. Crysler refuses to fix it because they said a different part was used after the last recall. They said save our receipt and if there actually a recall we would be reimbursed 100%.
1999 Dodge Grand Caravan electrical complaints
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Clock assembly faulty on 1999 grand caravan. This vehicle is used as a company van. First aiirbag light came on then the cruise control and horn stopped working. Twice in emergency situations the horn did not work. Had clock assembly replaced at a cost of $304.53. This seems to be a manufacturer problem and a recall should be in place.
Instrument panel lights failed to work and caused a distraction to the driver. *ak the consumer did not know what was going on with the vehicle due to the problem. *scc
Re: 1999 dodge grand caravan had intermittent and then constant air bag light followed shortly thereafter by simultaneous loss of cruise control & horn.
My 1999 dodge caravan "air bag" light illuminated. The horn and cruise control do not work. The dealer informed me that my clockspring needed replacement, but that my vehicle is not covered by the current recall. I find the explanation that my problem is "coincidental" to the recall of the 1996-1998 vehicles somewhat dubious. If the problem was that the clockspring was installed off center on the earlier vehicles causing a subsequent failure, is it not likely that my problem was similarly caused, warranting a repair at chrysler's expense?
To: whom it may concerns: I am writing to you as a dissatisfied dodge caravan owner. I purchased my van brand new on march 1999. I have had consistent problems with the car, since the day I purchased it: a) on january 24, 2000 we replaced the , sensor, transax le, turbin input in the transmission. B) february 17, 2000 we replaced the battery. C) february 20, 2001. We replaced the evaporetor, suction line, liquid line and the coil in the air condition unit. D) replaced the window lift motor. E) january 8,2002 replaced sop belt tensioner coil . F) january 4,2002 replace the battery. G) march 2, 2002 replaced windshield washer pump. H) june 2, 2002 replaced fuel seal. I) november 13, 2002 replaced the high pressure valve of the A/C now they are asking us to replace the evaporetor and the compressor which was replaced by maroone dodge on february 2001!!! All repairs were done at authorize dodge dealer: maroone dodge located: 21151 n.w 2nd ave miami, fl 33169 tel: 305‑653‑6343. We feel that for 44,000 miles car we should not experienced so much problem especially with the A/C which was fixed in 2001. We hope you will correct the wrong and repaired the car with no cost to us.sincerely david and honey bouganim 239 atlantic isle sunny isles, fl 33160 tel: 305‑945‑5354
Horn not working, air bag and cruise control may fail because of this defect. Dt
Air bag light on at all times. Horn and cruise controls on the air bag assembly do not work.
Sensor failure caused vehicle to accelerate uncontrollably and jump. My wife and 2 kids in van. Dt
Consumer called complaining about having problems the body control module which operates all dash board which it caused the odometer, speeddometer, gas gage, air accoindition to go down consumer also stated that she has contacted the dealer and they stated that the main electrical computer on the vehicle was defected. Ts
While driving all dash indicator lights went out, dealer replaced a sensor. This happened again in june of 2002, sensor was replaced a second time.
Windshield wipers/ horn, and cruise control are inoperative. Cause is unknown. Please provide any further information.
While driving the cv joints completely came apart without warning. Nlm
My ignition lock in my van has failed two times. The first time in feb. 2000. It was replaced under warranty. Then, it failed again a few days ago. The van would not start because the key could not be turned. This could be a serious safety issue in north dakota winters where wind chills can approach 80-100 below zero. Also, if it failed in a high crime area it could be a safety issue. This is especially true if young children are in the van, and, of course, people with families buy the vehicles. The person who towed the van told my wife that he had seen the same problem with dodge vans before.
Battery blew up, rendering vehicle inoperable. Dealer was inspecting vehicle.
The horn is currently not working and after reading a news release I am concerned that my drivers side airbag may not be working. I intend to contact a dodge service department to have the horn repaired and the air bag inspected but wanted to report our concern as the news release indicated that an investigation is currently underway.
Problem started gradually. Ignition jammed and key wouldn't turn, but with constantly jimmying back and forth would eventually turn. Problem persisted until key would no longer turn in ignition. Van had to be towed to the dealer. They stated they replaced the cyclinder lock and lubed the inside. The ignition started gradually catching again until it locked up. Van was towed again to the dealer. Dealer stated original replacement part failed, so they ordered another one and installed it. Last week the problem started again. Ignition jammed but started after I jimmyed the key back and forth. I have not contacted the dealer yet about the thir incident. Also, my neighbor has a 1999 plymouth voyager minivan, and has had the same exact problem, twice.
Consumer was traveling about 45mph on highway when power steering/coolant system malfunctioned and battery light came on. Vehicle had to be towed to dealership, serpentine belt came off.*ak serpentine has fallen off twice.
I am very concerned about the safety of my 1999 dodge grand caravan in rain storms. Twice now the serpentine belt came off when water in the road sprayed onto the belt. When this happens, the power steering, alternator, water pump, and all other components powered by the belt stop functioning. The loss of power steering is very dangerous because it can happen at high speeds. Service bulletin 07-02-99, "serpentine belt slips off idler pulley" installs a bracket to prevent this. My concern is that no one knows about this service bulletin until the belt comes off. There is undue risk to owners of these vans. This needs to be a vehicle recall not a service bulletin. I have contacted chrysler via the internet (reference number: 7904321) and written to james holden's office, chrysler president . I was informed to contact the federal safety agency as the information was proprietary. I have friends with the same van that have had the same problem in rain storms. It is very dangerous to allow this to continue. Do people have to be killed before chrysler takes a proactive approach to solving this on all vehicles effected? A vehicle recall is needed immediately to prevent injuries. I am very dissappointed in chrysler for allowing me and my family to be exposed to this design flaw for the past couple of years. Just today a friend has had the same problem with her chrysler mini van.
Vehicle will not start key will not turn in the ignition to start. Dealer will be contacted. 8ak
Parking brake failed. Yh
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