3.3

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
40,000 miles

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problem #3

Nov 202005

Grand Caravan 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 120,000 miles
1. wipers turns on automatically - usually when a turn signal is on. 2. service engine light turns on frequently with P1698 code and no other pending code. Present interval at an average of a week. Dealer cannot find the root of the problem. Found out this incident is very common as discussed in several chatrooms. Incident usually starts with ABS light on then instrument cluster dies, followed by airbag light then the service engine light. At incident, power door locks does not work. At incident, sometimes ABS and airbag light will turn off after S short drive then the instrument panel will work. 3.rear interior lights remain lit even when dash switch is off and no door ajar. Sometimes a single interior light turns on when starting engine and remain lit.

- Ames, IA, USA

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problem #2

Mar 042003

(reported on)

Grand Caravan

  • miles
The dash lights failed making it difficult to see the instrument panel.

- Clermont, FL, USA

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problem #1

Jul 011997

Grand Caravan

  • miles
Automatic door locks and interior light system fail when brakes are applied when in excess of 40 mph.

- Canby, OR, USA

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