2000 Dodge Grand Caravan: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Jun 26, 2019 · Electrical · 1,141 miles · NY

The check engine light and ABS light keep coming on and the light keep going off on the dash board for I bought the vehicle while driving

Filed Jan 19, 2014 · Brakes · 118,000 miles · WI

Rear brake lines have rusted and failed. They have rusted and failed in the area just behind the ABS module where the braided lines are connected to the rigid lines. The rest of the brake lines are in fine shape. The only areas where they are bad is where the braided sections connect to the rigid sections.

Filed Jul 24, 2013 · Brakes · 123,860 miles · PA

Mileage at time of incident: 123860 miles. While driving this loaner vehicle of a friend. I encountered a sudden and unexpected hydraulic brake failure while stopping. Loss of brake fluid. Mechanical braking was available. Assessment of system showed no leaks on or around booster, master cylinder or ABS distribution module. Approximately 50mm of severe corrosion of the two, rigid steel brake tubing sections, originating from the second junctions of the flexible hoses to the respective rigid steel brake tubing, that run along the driver side frame. When the braking system was used to stop, the sudden increase of hydraulic pressure caused a structural failure of the degraded tubing. This failure caused the catastrophic loss of hydraulic brake fluid and loss of the hydraulic braking system. This failure resulted in a near collision with another vehicle. Photographs were taken of the brake line tubing and junction and show the severity of the corrosion. This complaint is consistent with other similar complaints for this model and vehicle and model year as posted on the website.

Filed Apr 28, 2004 · Electrical · 42,000 miles · OH

I just purchased my 2000 dodge grand caravan july 26,2003. In march of 2004, I got into my van, started it up, and when I went to back up I heard a ding and my ABS light came on and then went off. From that point on, the ABS light would come on and when it did, the controls in the dashboard would stop working. I would loose my odometer, tachometer, gas gauge, speedometer, and gear select. I took it to a dodge dealership, they had it for 3 days and said that they could not find the problem. I then took it to an automotive electrical service shop, they have had my van for 3 weeks and can not find the problem. They have supposedly called dodge and dodge is not helping them. They recommend us taking it back to a dodge dealership again. Obviously there is a problem with the van and no one can find it and I can not drive the van safely without this problem being fixed.

Filed Jan 25, 2003 · Brakes · 4,534 miles · WI

Brakes on our 2000 grand caravan go out on us about once every 3-6 months since we purchased it brand new in july 2000. Master cylinder has been replaced more than once, brakes have been bled, ABS pump has been replaced, and we are now leaking fluid and ready to have it serviced again. This is a family vehicle that I don't always feel safe driving my two small children in. We only have 17,800 miles on the van, I wonder if we drove it more often if we would be in the shop even more frequently.three times I have gone to pull out of my driveway and have almost ended up in the neighbor across the streets yard. The dealership where the van was purchased has not done anything to accomodate us and won't even give us a good deal on a trade-in so that we can get rid of it.

Filed Nov 24, 2002 · Brakes · DE

The ABS indicator light on the dashboard instrument control panel intermittently comes on. During the time of the light being on we experience a grinding/rubbing when applying the brakes. Sometimes the brakes will rub and grind and then the ABS light will come on. We have had the r/f wheel speed sensor and wiring replaced twice, we've also had the master cylinder replaced also. There are also associated problems that fail to get fixed or they get fixed and then reoccur like. The speakers in the front buzz loudly the lights inside the car when it is dark outside sometimes dim and flicker. Just recently the ignition switch went defective for no apparent reason we've have had this vehicle in the shop over 6 times and it is getting old. I am concern about my vehicles safety now more than ever because it transports my wife, son and my soon to be born child. I don't want to be called in the middle of the night to find out my family was in a accident or maybe worse. I just want my vehicle fixed right especially the amount of money they charged me for this vehicle or a vehicle that is safer than my current. I don't mind paying a lot for safety but when I pay alot and don't know whether I have it or not it angers to no end. Dt

Filed Jul 18, 2002 · Brakes · CO · crash

1st incident: john elway dodge service on 12/27/2000 for final inspection from the sale. Asked to check rattle in the front right dash and the brakes, which acted soft. No paperwork was given. 2nd time occurred 11/13/2001: the brake problems reported to john elway dodge service, unable to get in before 2+ weeks. Brought to christopher's dodge world, inc. 16655 w. Colfax ave. Golden, co 80401 303‑238‑7311. Stated that the brakes failed when tried to stop (petal felt like it went to the floor, but yet the van did not stop.) also complained about the rattle in the dash and engine vibration at idle. Invoice #24497 which states each complaint and the findings a) engine vibration - unable to duplicate customers complaint. B) rattle noise in r/dash - cause: replaced belt and tensioner and repositioned fuel lines. C) brakes - clean, inspect, and adjust rear brakes. D) the transmission needed to be serviced- but my wife declined. The bill was $62.00 and the mileage was 13362. The 3rd time @ a week prior to 1/10/2002. Complained the brakes when driving on dry ground will act as if the ABS is working, the vehicle seems to have a soft petal and not stop the vehicle properly. Findings: a) transmission - not due for service until 40k (fluid confirmed by service manager at my wife's request due to last service at christopher' dodge.) b) brakes- found to be operating normal. Mileage was 15747. The fourth time june 2002- pushed on brakes but went through stop sign. The 5th time 7/1/02 under 15 MPH pressed on brakes, foot felt like it went to the floor not stopping, pumped brakes twice then pushed again felt like foot to the floor hit from behind. Driver stated that the brake lite flickered once, van still going then brake lite on when hit. No damage, no major injuries (wife's right collar bone red) 2 toddlers and 2 adults in van. Called john elway- van in next day. Miles 22772. Findings: could not verify concern at this time. Chrysler inspects same findings. Van at john elway.*

Filed Jun 27, 2002 · Electrical · VA

Fuse for turn signals and ABS light on dash keeps blowing, dealer replaced fuse 4 times in 3 weeks.*ak. Consumer stated the dealer found the wire casing running under the vehicle hitting the transmission and over time it had worn through the coating.