8.7

pretty bad
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
2,909 miles

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problem #24

Jun 242002

(reported on)

Caravan

  • miles
My airbag light came on, cruise control was lost and horn does not work. I understand there have been other complaints regarding the clock spring failure on Dodge Caravan.

- Audubon, PA, USA

problem #23

May 022002

Caravan

  • miles
Air bag and the horn arev not working properly. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated that it could be clockspring material on vehicle.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #22

May 092002

(reported on)

Caravan

  • miles
While driving air bag light illuminated on dashboard.also, horn completely stopped working.

- Auburn, NY, USA

problem #21

Apr 152002

Caravan

  • miles
Clock spring failed, causing cruise control/air bags, and horn not to work. Chrysler said part not covered under warranty. If part is considered a wiring harness then it should be covered under warranty that we purchased.

- Mckeesport, PA, USA

problem #20

Feb 012002

Caravan

  • miles
This failure causes the airbag to not work, the horn to not work and no cruise control. I have also heard the the airbag may deply at any time. This could be a problem if going down the road at 65 mph. This is a defective part and Chrysler should recall and repair. I understand that other cars with same problem has been recalled (some Jeep and trucks).

- Annapolis, MD, USA

problem #19

Mar 062002

Caravan

  • miles
Horn is inoperative, and airbag light illuminates. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer indicated needed clockspring. Please add VIN.

- Nampa, ID, USA

problem #18

Dec 312001

Caravan

  • miles
Airbag light came on - horn stopped working. Diagnosis is failed clockspring. Cost of repair is $100 "goodwill" repair price from Dodge. Not covered by premium extended warranty.

- Phoenix, AZ, USA

problem #17

Dec 012000

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Airbag light is on, and horn stopped working. Dealer determined that clock spring assembly needed to be replaced.

- Baltimore, MD, USA

problem #16

Oct 232001

(reported on)

Caravan

  • miles
Informed that clock work mechanism is defective under steering wheel cover, this controls the airbag, cruise control and horn. Told by dealership this was a common problem and was not covered under extended warranty.

- Fort Worth, TX, USA

problem #15

Oct 012001

Caravan

  • miles
Air bag light on instrument panel has been illuminating/ horn does not function when needed, and cruise control fails to operate. Dealership has examined vehicle, and determined that clock spring assembly in steering column has failed, and has to be replaced. Please provide any additional information / attachments.

- East Hampton, MA, USA

problem #14

Aug 032001

Caravan

  • miles
The airbag warning light came on. At the same time, the horn and the cruise control ceased to function. In addition, the wipers come on at random, but especially upon using turn signals (wiper controls are incorporated into the turn signal lever).

- Triadelphia, WV, USA

problem #13

Jun 012001

Caravan

  • miles
Air bag clockspring: Air bag sensor light remained on while traveling. Also, horn and the cruise control were inoperative.

- Dallas, TX, USA

problem #12

Jul 262001

(reported on)

Caravan

  • miles
Airbag light remains on and horn is inoperative. Authorized dealer replaced clockspring to restore driver airbag and horn operation at $212.95 cost to consumer.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #11

Jul 262001

(reported on)

Caravan

  • miles
Airbag light remains on and horn is inoperative. Authorized dealer replaced clockspring to restore driver airbag and horn operation at $212.95 cost to consumer.

- San Diego, CA, USA

problem #10

Jul 092001

Caravan

  • miles
Ea 01 007/air bag clockspring: Air bag sensor light remained on while traveling. Also, horn and the cruise control were inoperative. Dealer/manufacturer were notified, and informed thatthey were not covered under a recall. Feel free to provide any further information on this matter.

- Bowling Spring, NC, USA

problem #9

Feb 261999

Caravan

  • miles
I have experienced failures in my steering colmn which does not allow me to use my horn, cruise control, and I am afraid that my air bag does not work. The airbag light stays on along with ABS and intermitant other lights. I have had to repair my transmission and it still does not work properly. Slipping from time to time. The rear A/C fan switch only works in the low and high position. Trassmision gives off a burning smell when hot.

- Knoxville, TN, USA

problem #8

Jun 122000

Caravan

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Ea 01 007/air bag clockspring: Air bag sensor light is remaining on, and horn is inoperative. Dealer was notified, and repairs were made at consumer cost. The clock spring failure caused check the air bag light to come on. The fuse for the horen was replaced.

- Potomac, MD, USA

problem #7

Apr 302001

Caravan

  • miles
Airbag light will not go out/horn does not work.

- Roseville, CA, USA

problem #6

Apr 102001

Caravan

  • miles
Air bag lights came on and the horn and cruise control do not turn on any more.

- Blue Springs, MO, USA

problem #5

Mar 312001

Caravan

  • miles
The air bag warning light came on the dash at the same time the horn stopped working and the cruise control did not function.

- Fresno, CA, USA

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