10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #29

Sep 151999

Caravan

  • miles
The engine is just the most recent problem. We went ahead and bought the extended warranty even though it is usually never used. This time we used it numerous times. We have had problems with the electric windows, the starter has been replaced, the fuel pump, the engine head, the electronic locks currently do not work. It has just been a real lemon. We just do not know what to do. This time the engine blew and there was no clue that anything was wrong. We have been stranded several times and last night just barely made it home.

- Kingman, AZ, USA

problem #28

Mar 181997

Caravan

  • miles
Integrated child seat wont retract when pulled out. Weatherstripping on drivers door fell off found out the drivers door was not aligned properly. Constant belt noise especially during wet conditions. Dealer must repeatedly tighten them. Brakes pulsate when applying them. Replaced numerous components on rear brakes. Fuel tank would not read fuel level correctly. Dealer had to replace fuel tank, fuel pump, and other components and said the fuel tank was bowed. Dual sliding doors have to be repeatedly adjusted because they become difficult to slide. Driver's side window regulator broke for no apparent reason. Right rear child safety seat had hole in the buckle. Replaced battery once.installed child safety belt extensions due to recall. Van is now back in shop for unknown problems, will not start.

- Glendale, AZ, USA

problem #27

Jan 151997

Caravan

  • miles
Sliding door rattles while driving over uneven surfaces. While door is rattling, dome light comes on, and door open indicator lights. Door is difficult to open from outside while door is in full open position. Door latch mechanism fell apart inside, so that inside door release does not function.

- Redstone Arsenal, AL, USA

problem #26

Aug 111999

(reported on)

Caravan

  • miles
Poorly design sliding door failed. Nlm

- Rice Lake, WI, USA

problem #25

Mar 171999

(reported on)

Caravan

  • miles
Driver's side door panel cracked.

- Fredericks, VA, USA

problem #24

Jul 011996

Caravan

  • miles
Sliding door failure since date of purchase.

- Grass Vall, CA, USA

problem #23

Jun 181997

Caravan

  • miles
Electric door lock unit replaced several times.

- Miami, FL, USA

problem #22

Jul 011996

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Front door power latch failed.

- Agua Dulce, CA, USA

problem #21

Oct 271997

(reported on)

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Power door lock module failed.

- Simi Valle, CA, USA

problem #20

Oct 271997

(reported on)

Caravan

  • Manual transmission
  • miles
Automatic door locks failed.

- Rancho San, CA, USA

problem #19

Nov 201997

Caravan

  • miles
Power door lock motor failed.

- Camano Island, WA, USA

problem #18

Sep 181997

(reported on)

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Power door interlocks failed.

- Fullerton, CA, USA

problem #17

Jul 011996

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Automatic door locks failed.

- Hot Springs, AR, USA

problem #16

Jul 281997

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Power door lock on sliding door on passeger's side was faulty. Owner notes that all electric door locks are faulty. When vehicle reaches a certain speed, locks start to malfunction. Also door ajar, and light comes on when this occurs.

- Stanton Island, NY, USA

problem #15

Jun 011997

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The sliding door power locks on the passenger side will not latch when closing unexpectedly. Also, windshield fogs up on passenger's side then on driver's side.

- Gowanda, NY, USA

problem #14

Feb 141997

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Stopped at stop sign, lever would not shift out of low gear. Engine revved up but no acceleration. Happens intermittently. Vehicle seems to want to stall. Took to mechanic. Problem could not be duplicated. Computer sensor blew out on interstate & was replaced twice. Passenger's sliding door not working properly. Consumer states vehicle loses power, sticks in low gear, makes noises when shifting. Vehicle drops out of cruise control.

- Minonk, IL, USA

problem #13

Oct 221996

Caravan

  • miles
Wind noise due to misaligned door.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

problem #12

Jan 171997

(reported on)

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
The sliding doors fail to close unless they are pulled from an angle.

- Arlington, VA, USA

problem #11

Oct 021996

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Problem with sliding door panel.

- Tallahasse, FL, USA

problem #10

Feb 241997

(reported on)

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Rear door failed.

- Vista, CA, USA

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