Intermittent airbag warning. Cruise control failed to disconnect using steering wheel controls. Dealer service shop identified faulty clock spring.
1996 Plymouth Grand Voyager airbags complaints
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On saturday, feb 10, 2001, while pulling into my driveway, the air bag readiness indicator lamp came on. Monday, feb 12, 2001 I called to make an appointment to bring my plymouth grand voyager se 1996 in to palmen motors in kenosha, wisconsin. On friday the 16th I brought the car in to have the problem diagnosed. I was told that the air bag module had failed and would need to be replaced at a cost of $1,008.30 + tax. I could not afford to make the repair at that time, but was told that the $73.85 I had paid for the diagnoses could be applied to te repair if I was to have the work done in 30 days. The following day saturday feb 17th while driving on the expressway I concluded that my horn and cruise control also did not work. I was suspisious that the diagnoses was incorrect, because of the additional problems. I then went to the net to see if I could get some answers. I found some one who had the exact same problem with a 1997 caravan. Their problem was was the clock spring assembly. I was hesitant to go to the dealer with my find. How come they didn't get it righrt the first time??? Today I read an article in the newspaper that your administration was conducting an investigation into this exact problem.
I read in the wall street journal, dated march 20, 2001, that the federal safety agency is looking into a possible defect in the clockspring assembly in the plym voyager. I just wanted to inform you that I had to replace the air bag clockspring on my voyager mini van a few months ago. I was not in any immediate danger but the airbag light came on a stayed on when the trouble began. My mechanic determined that the air bag clockspring needed to be replaced for which I replaced. I do not know if this is relevent to your inquiry but I thought you should know.
Driver's side airbag along with horn automatically disabled without incident (have not been involved in any accident or collision). I am concerned that such a safety feature disables randomly to include the disabling of the horn. Any information that can be researched into this matter is greatly appreciated. I believe there is a trend in this manufacturer, as I am aware of another such owner experiencing the same problems.
Air bags are something that should not fail on a vehicle since it is government regulated safety equipment on a vehicle and it is a low wear item. My airbags have failed and chrysler expects me to pay to fix them. They have also tied the airbags into the horn and cruise control. I feel that since this is a safety related item, chrysler should be responsible for the repairs. If these bags fail to deploy or misfire due to their design, I and my passengers could be severely hurt or killed.
Air bag light remained on; vehicle taken to dealer, and and informed consumer that clock spring needed to be replaced. Also, informed vehicle was out of its warranty, and not cover under a recall. Feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
While vehicle was at stop sign it was rear ended by another vehicle. Upon impact, air bags did not deploy. After vehicle was repaired air bag light came on unexpectedly most of the time, and consumer was concerned.
Dealer tells me that the clock spring has been recalled in earlier models, but not yet in the 1996. I understand this is not an uncommon problem in this car.
Sliding door grab handle is hard to depress when trying to exit the vehicle. *slc
Consumer noticed air bag light illuminated on dashboard. Consumer has yet to contact dealer or manufacturer. *ak the horn and the cruise control malfunctioned as the result of air bag light illumination.
Air bag light would come on and off intermittently while driving. Upon observation after noticed, no particular pattern seen related to driving conditions. Did not realize importance of light (meaning probable air bag failure) until taken to dealer to be fixed. Repairs were over $200.00. Told the problem was in the "clockspring" when asked if this happened much, told a "few." this car required a new transmission at 50,000 miles. I am sendintg this notice in because I read in my local newspaper with automotive news that you are doing a defect investigation about this topic. I don't know if car dealers are required to notify you of their repairs so I'm making sure my car is included in your count.
While driving air bag light could come on unexpectedly and stay on for a few seconds. Then go off, and once again come on.
Airbag light comes on, and horn fails at same time on an intermittent basis. Mechanic has advised that he has seen the same failure on other chrysler products recently. Mechanic claims that the wires for the airbag and horn are getting pinched somehow as they come up the steering wheel assembly, and through the device that allows the wires to turn with the steering wheel. Since there is no current recall, we will have this part replaced as it is a safety hazard to drive without a horn and airbag. We have a high mileage vehicle and perhaps this is the start of a problem with this vehicle or maybe this vehicle is a fluke. In any case, I thought you should be aware of the problem.
I have received a recall notice for a radiator fan relay, which is not mentioned on your site. Today, I found a new leak of transmission fluid, the red lights are again flashing on and off, there are power surges in the control panels, the engine chokes and shudders. Oh, and the A/C is out again. We won't even mention the windhield wipers which have continually gone on and off since we have owned this car, or the airbag alarms, or the incredible amount of money we have put into this maintained car. My 20,000 car has become a 40,000 lemon. There is simply no excuse for this, mileage or not. I have attempted to keep this car because I wanted a "safe" car for my teenagers to drive. Now, it appears I have them driving the pinto of the 1990's. I thought I was keeping my kids safe!! When the engine failed, I had the car taken to an non dealer becuase I am fed up with their attitudes...what do you expect at 100,000 miles, etc. When the first diagnostic was ran on the car, a bewildering array of codes came up. After changing the spark plugs, all of the codes dissapeared. However, the electrical problems increased in intensity, and now I'm afraid my daugher will go up in a fireball. I already assume there will be no response from the manufacturer....I am going to consider a suit as I consider these cars dangerous! Fuel leaks, static charge buildups? Come on!
The air bag light comes on indicating the air bag is not active, the interior dome lights have gone out. It appears as though there is a short. It has been into the dealer and they are unable to find the problem. This seems similar to a recall on the 1995 vans. The airbag makes this issue a concern to me, and the dealer can not find the problem.
Vehicle experience problem with air bag sensor light staying on. Dealer notified and informed consumer that the clock spring needs to be replaced at consumer's cost. Consumer would like to know should this be at dealer's/ manufacturer's expense. Can the federal safety agency help with this matter or provide additional information.
Air bags sensor light intermittently comes on. Notified dealer, and informed consumer that vehicle was no longer under warranty, and repairs would be at consumer's expense. Can the federal safety agency help in this matter. Please gaive details.
During front end collision no deployment of driver and passenger air bags.
Engine warning light illuminated.
Roof leak.
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