1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager: windshield wiper failure

Filed Dec 27, 2015 · Brakes, Electrical · 198,650 miles · AL

Takata recall,serpentine belt has shredded at least six times and just came off three times ,tensioner replaced three times,idler pulley twice,when belt shreds wires sever and van stops abruptly,windshield wipers stop abruptly hesitating before resuming,sway bar links need replaced,o2sensors check engine light to come on,cv axles failing replaced right twice,hub assembly and brake calipers miss aligned,engine mounts failed and needed,replaced,airbag and ABS lights on dashboard panel fuse blowing,taillights possible short causing brake light to fail,battery needing to be disconnected. To save battery from dyeing due to brake lights staying on constantly, transmission jerking and hesitating in reverse and first gear,passenger side window not operating possible problem,back windows open but will not always shut,horn not working,replaced fuel pump due to gas leak,when braking van lurches forward,front end shakes, tie bar ends replaced,heater blows cold on passenger side and not cooling,most problems occurred while driving,replaced stop brake switch, brake light drivers side illuminated, but not when brake petal pushed,transmission leaking by cv axel,turn signals and panels inside by dash not always operating,only when negative terminal is readjustment,lights flashing as if panic mode was activated when car is not on,rattling. Sound from front of van possible cv axel or suspension.

Filed Jun 3, 2012 · Electrical · 165,000 miles · VT

So far this vehicle has been a lemon. I have replaced everything on it, from fuel pump, sensors, steering column, belt tensioner and pulley, alternator, wiper switch that seems to have a mind of its own even tho I replaced a new switch. Now more electrical problems. The instrument cluster is now messed up. Abs light and check engine light keep coming on all my gauges go flat. Lights go dim. Then suddenly lights will flash and they will all come back on. Then go off again. Now, not only do they go flat but now I have a shifting problem. The vehicle will not shift. It seems to be stuck in 2nd gear. I replaced the whole braking system. Egr valve, cam sensor, cruise control, the body. The gas pedal use to accelerate on its own. That was a little scary goin down the road not knowing when it was gonna do that. Everyone who rides with me keeps joking as if the vehicle is haunted. Lights go weak, I've replaced all the bulbs cleaned the headlights. Nothing seems to work right on this vehicle. I've already invested thousands. Way more then its worth. I've had problems where the vehicle just refuses to start. Sometimes not a problem. Then usually in the cold it wont turn over at all. I have replaced the battery numerous times checked for codes. Airbag light would come on. Transmission hesitates. Sometimes vehicle shudders acts like its gonna quit.vehicle just has on going problems.

Filed Nov 15, 2004 · Visibility · 65,000 miles · NY

1997 plymouth grand voyager windshield wipers start on there own and sometimes cease to funtion when switched on! The wiper wear excessively due to starting on dry glass. Can be a hazard if wipers fail to funtion when needed. *ak had mechanic checked motor and wiring and in formed that it cound be the body control module but it is a defect from the manufacture a new one could result in the same problem at a cost of over $500.00! Checked on internet and found that this seems to be a common problem with this year vehicle

Filed Sep 10, 2004 · Electrical · 65,000 miles · CA

Severe electrical problem. Wipers come on by themselves, headlights stay on, dashboard lights go on and off while driving. Vehicle overheats, A/C stops working. This has been the absolute worst vehicle ever owned. It cost too much to keep repairing, please advise on the electrical problem possibilities. Thanks.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine, Fuel system · 132,000 miles · NC

I have problems with my wipers going on and right back off since the month I bought this vehicle in 2000 . I cant get it fixed because noone knows why it does it . Just this week I had my fan relay module replaced , only to learn my transmission is now not worknig it stops at 3rd gear only to drop to 1 gear . While trying to get that fixxed they told me my water pump is leaking (which is ok and expected of most vehicles , ) I have had to have my dash light computer reset because all my AC dfrost and wiper lights were blinking continuously. I dont know what to do this is only a 97 model and I havent even made my final payment but now I have all these expensive repairs. I have had I tick in my motor that rattles on acceleratin forever and change my oil every 3 to 4000 miles like I should . I also have the winning in the steering the thump every so often but cant tell where that is coming from not to mention my A/C compressor rattles. My belt on my tensioner pully flu aff about 6 months ago going down the road I had to put a new pukky plus both new belts on . And they squeek like crazy . I dont think these are normal problems can you help it is getting to costly >??????

Filed Jan 6, 2004 · Visibility · 67,000 miles · FL

Windshield wipers go on and off at random. It can be one time or several times. It is very inconvenient. This has been going on since we purchased the used vehicle in 2000.

Filed Jul 8, 2003 · Visibility · IL

Consumer states that while driving in the rain windshield wipers would work intermittently.dealer notified.

Filed Apr 21, 2003 · Visibility · 69,000 miles · NY

Wipers activate when turned off(on sunny days) and do not work in intermittent mode.

Filed Mar 13, 2003 · Electrical · 65,000 miles · AL

When car is slowing to make a turn, the windshield wipers come on. The service engine light stays on. When a diagnostic test was performed, the code which came up indicated a problem did not exist. It was determined a short caused the windshield wipers and engine light to stay on. When the computer was reset, the light came back on in a matter of minutes. I do not think this problem is due to age of the car. Many of my friends who have these same autos have the same problem. To correct the problem will require an extensive search of the electrical wiring and is performed on an hourly rate. This could well cost hundreds if not thousands of dollars to track down the problem. I am unable to sell my vehicle due to the problem without spending a large sum of money to correct the problem. This problem began several years ago, but was only sporadic. It did not occur enough to warrant a search. In the past year it has become routine. What can plymouth corporation do to correct this problem without the expense being that of the owner. The mechanic at the shop also indicated that he was completely familiar with this problem occurring in most vans of this age. Please advise what the next step should be.

Filed May 3, 2002 · Visibility · IL

Windshield wipers only works on low speed, and can sometimes lock up.

Filed Nov 5, 2001 · Visibility · NY

Windshield wipers come on intermittently when in off position. Consumer has to turn wipers on then off. Vehicle not taken to dealer. *ak

Filed Oct 16, 2001 · Transmission, Visibility · OR

Vehicle wasn't going in gear. Also, windshield wipers would go off intermittently.