Dodge Caravan/grand Caravan 2wd 1996

• Recall 83881 [USA]: If the area in question fractures or breaks, this could cause an unstable driving condition, possibly resulting in a crash.
  Curt mfg is recalling certain class 3 receiver hitches, p/n 13347, sold as aftermarket equipment for use on 1997-2007 chrysler town and country vans, 1996-2007 dodge caravans, and 1996-2004 plymouth voyager vans. When the hitch is loaded to the maximum rating, the hitch may fracture or break at the bend location where the main body of the hitch meets the hitch muffler strap.
  curt mfg will notify owners of record and will replace the hitch free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during august 2010. Owners may contact curt mfg at 1-715-831-8713.
  owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov .

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• Recall 85735 [USA]: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
  Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
  dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.In order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.The list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov .

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• Recall 61838 [USA]: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
  Certain anzo combination headlamp assemblies sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors which fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
  anzo will notify owners and replace the headlamps free of charge. The recall began may 9, 2006. Owners may contact anzo usa at 909-468-3688.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket headlamp assemblies manufactured by anzo and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 59377 [USA]: Loss of brake fluid can lead to a decrease in brake line pressure and an increase in stopping distance, which can result in a vehicle crash.
  Certain aftermarket brake hydraulic master cylinders sold as replacement brake cylinders for certain ford, daimlerchrysler, and jeep passenger vehicles. These brake cylinders were sold under the brand names of napa, raybestos, aimco, ac delco, carquest, bendix, and wagner. Only products that were manufactured from july 27, 2005 through january 17, 2006 (date codes 0529 through 0602) are subject to this recall. When subject to very cold temperatures, an internal seal in the master cylinder could lose flexibility and may cause brake fluid to leak.
  affinia (brake parts, inc.) will replace the subject brake hydraulic master cylinders free of charge. The recall began on march 20, 2006. Owners can contact affina group customer service at 1-800-323-0354.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket napa, raybestos, ac delco, aimco, carquest, and bendix brake hydraulic master cylinders and has no relation to any original equipment installed on daimlerchrysler or ford vehicles.Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.

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• Recall 62791 [USA]: A possible fire can occur in the presence of an ignition source.
  Certain aftermarket replacement fuel filters, models wix filter part numbers 33576, 33577, 33734; napa filter part numbers 3576, 3577, 3734; and carquest filter part numbers 86576, 86577, 86734 used on 1996-2000 daimlerchrysler town & country, dodge caravan, and plymouth voyager vehicles, can cause the fuel lines to leak.
  wix will notify its customers and replace the fuel filters free of charge. Note: this does not involve any products manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corp. Nor any dailmerchrysler dealers. Owner notification is expected to begin during november 2003. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact wix at 704-864-6711.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on chrysler town & country, plymouth voyager, and dodge caravan minivansor any other products manufactured by daimlerchrysler corporation.Customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 59150 [USA]: If this condition occurred while the vehicle is in motion, the engine could stall. also, in the presence of an ignition source, the fuel leak could result in a vehicle fire.
  Aftermarket replacement fuel filters manufactured between september 17, 2002, and january 20, 2003, sold under the brand names listed above. The filter may experience malfunction of the quick connector either blocking fuel flow to the engine or causing a fuel leak. This does not involve any products manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corp. Nor any dailmerchrysler dealers.
  aftermarket replacement fuel filters for 1995-2000 short wheelbase chrysler town & country, plymouth voyager and dodge caravan minivans part no. 18232 and date code 0237, 0249, or 0252. Replacement fuel filters for 1995-2000 long wheelbase chrysler town & country, plymouth voyager and dodge caravan minivans part no. 18230 and date code 0237, 0249, 0251, or 0304. Replacement fuel filters for 2001-2004 chrysler town & country, plymouth voyager and dodge caravan minivans part no. 28871 and date code 0249. These part numbers and date codes appear on the gold-tone filter. Distributors and retailers will be notified to isolate and return affected inventory. Owners who have had the fuel filter serviced on one of the applicable vehicles after september 17, 2002 should return their vehicle to the service facility to be inspected to see if the fuel filter that was installed is one that is involved in the recall. If so, the owners should have the filter replaced. To receive a full refund plus the cost of postage, owners should cut the connectors from the hoses, rinse the connectors and return them together with proof of the amount paid for the replacement part and labor, to intercontinental at intercontinental auto parts, inc., p.O. Box 861, mahwah, nj 07430, attn: fuel filter recall. Intercontinental will mail a full refund to the owner.
  this recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement fuel filters and has no relation to any original equipment installed on chrysler town & country, plymouth voyager, and dodge caravan minivansor any other products manufactured by daimlerchrysler corporation.Consumers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 1003 [USA]: This condition will manifest itself through illumination of the air bag warning lamp, and could eventually result in a driver's air bag open circuit, if the part is not replaced in a reasonable amount of time.
  On certain mini vans, the clockspring assembly may have been wound incorrectly during the vehicle assembly process.
  dealers will replace the clockspring assembly on all vehicles with 70,000 miles or less. An extended lifetime warranty will also be placed on this component for all affected vehicles, regardless of mileage. Daimlerchrysler will also reimburse owners who have paid to have the clockspring replaced on their vehicles. Owner notification began november 18, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
  also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 5420 [USA]: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
  Vehicle description: mini vans built with 3.3l and 3.8l engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. Fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
  dealers will install a seal on the vehicle fuel rails to prevent external leakage of fuel from the fuel rail crossover tube, should the existing o-rings continue to degrade. Owner notification began on january 25, 2002. Due to the large quantity of vehicles involved in this campaign, the owner notification will be phased over the next several months. However, if a vehicle is leaking fuel from the o-rings, the vehicle should be taken into a dealer to have this repaired as soon as possible. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
  also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 8844 [USA]: if a fuel leak occurs in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
  Vehicle description: minivans. Fuel can leak from the fuel tank at the interface of the fuel pump module attachment.
  dealers will replace the fuel pump module attaching nut with a nut that includes tighter design tolerances. The sealing o-ring will also be replaced.
  owner notification began january 9, 2000. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-992-1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 14281 [USA]: This can cause difficulty in releasing a child from the restraint.
  Vehicle description: mini vans equipped with integrated child seats. The shoulder harness restraint on the integrated child seat can become difficult to extract when the safety belt latch plate becomes contaminated.
  dealers will clean the latch mechanism. An extender will be added to the emergency release anchor for the child seat safety belts so that the release clips are more visible and accessible to the operator in the event that the retractor mechanism can not be unlocked. In addition, an instructional owner's manual supplement card will be provided.
  owner notification is expected to begin november 30, 1998.Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-992-1997.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

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• Recall 11150 [USA]: The latch plate located in the seat cushion area must be free to move back against its stop after the buckle is removed to allow the shoulder belts to be pulled out. always be sure the area around the latch plate is free of food or other items that might prevent the latch plate from moving back.
  Vehicle description: multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with integral child seats. This is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. On the integral child seat, the shoulder belts restraining the child retract and lock in place after the belt buckle is connected to the latch plate. The latch plate movement locks the belts to make sure the child is restrained in the case of a vehicle crash.
  owners are being provided with a video tape and 2 harness clips. The video tape instructs owners on the proper use and maintenance of the child seats.
  note:chrysler has decided to conduct a safety improvement campaign to make the vehicle owner aware of how the integral child seat latching system works.Owners can contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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• Recall 14602 [USA]: In the event of a vehicle accident, the child seat may not provide adequate protection to the occupant.
  The bolts which secure the integrated child seat modules to the seat frame can break.
  dealers will replace the integrated child seat module bolts.
  system: equipment; child seat; integral part of seat. Vehicle description: mini-vans equipped with child seat modules. Owner notification: owner notification is expected to begin during august 1996. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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• Recall 15963 [USA]: This condition could cause a spark to occur when fueling the vehicle and possibly ignite the fuel vapors.
  A static electric charge can build up on the ungrounded metal section of the fuel filler tube.
  dealers will install a ground strap for the fuel filler tube.
  system: fuel; fuel tank assembly; pipe; filler; neck.Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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• Recall 15170 [USA]: Inadequate sealing and retention of the plug can result in oil leakage which could cause a fire in the engine compartment.
  In certain vehicles, the engine cylinder head oil galley plug does not seal properly and engine cylinder head oil is not adequately retained.
  dealers will install an expansion plug and retaining bracket over the cylinder head oil galley plug.
  system: engine.Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with 2.4l engines.Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time, should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1493. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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• Recall 18493 [USA]: Fuel leakage increases the potential for a vehicle fire.
  The fuel tank rollover valve can allow fuel to pass into the vapor canister resulting in the potential for fuel leakage.
  dealers will replace the fuel tank filler tube with a filler tube that has an additional rollover valve. The associated rollover valve vapor hoses will be rerouted.
  system: fuel; vehicle crash; cut off system.Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans.Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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• Recall 17233 [USA]: In case of an accident, the bolt may fail and can cause the seat to break away from the seat risers, which increases the potentialof injury to its occupants.
  The bolts which secure the rear bench seats to the seat risers may be embrittled and fracture.
  dealers will replace the rear bench seat to riser bolts.
  system: interior; seat tracks and anchors. Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans equipped with bench seats and manufactured at the windsor assembly plant ("r" in the 11th vin position). Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

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• Recall 14957 [USA]: System: equipment; child seat; integral part of seat.vehicle description: passenger mini-vans equipped with integrated child s
  
  chrysler dealers will replace both child seat assemblies with revised seats containing retractor improvements. The revised seats will also increase child comfort by incorporating protective seat belt wraps to prevent belt chafe.
  system: equipment; child seat; integral part of seat.Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans equipped with integrated child seats.Description of problem: this is not a safety recall in accordance with federalregulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. The campaign will replace both child seat assemblies with revised seats containing retractor improvements. Consequence of problem: in an emergency situation, it would be difficult to remove a child from the seat. Note: this is not a safety recall. There has been no determination that a safety defect exists with the child seats. Owners can contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.

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• Recall 2002201 [Canada]: Airbag
  On certain vehicles, the clockspring assembly may have been backwound during the vehicle assembly process. This could illuminate the air bag warning lamp and may eventually result in a driver's air bag open circuit. Correction: dealers will replace the clockspring assembly on vehicles with less then 115 000 kms. Owners of vehicles with over 115 000 kms will be offered extended lifetime warranty on the clockspring.

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• Recall 2000215 [Canada]: Fuel supply
  On certain vehicles equipped with the 3.3l or 3.8l engine the nitrile "o-ring" seals used in the fuel rail may degrade over time and extended exposure to elevated temperatures. This could result in fuel leakage, and, in the presence of an ignition source, an underhood fire could occur. Correction: external seals will be installed at both of the fuel rail crossover tube joints. If the crossover tube joints are leaking or red rust exists in the area, the fuel rail assembly must be replaced.

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• Recall 1999154 [Canada]: Fuel supply
  On certain vehicles, fuel may leak from the tank at the interface of the fuel pump module attachment due to a combination of process and assembly variations. Fuel leakage could potentially cause a vehicle fire. Correction: the fuel pump module attaching nut will be replaced with a nut that includes tighter design tolerances. The sealing o-ring will also be replaced.

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• Recall 1999199 [Canada]: Electrical
  On certain vehicles, the solid state radiator fan relay (ssr) may fail to operate due to electrical and.Or thermal over-stress, allowing the vehicle to overheat. Correction: the solid state radiator fan relay will be replaced with a more robust version.

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• Recall 1998080 [Canada]: Structure
  Note: running board kits sold in the 1996 calendar year and used on 1996-97 chrysler built minivans. A tire jack top-adapter, used in the kits to prevent jack and running board interference, may create an unstable vehicle condition when used with the jack to raise the vehicle. This situation may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack. Correction: adapter will be removed from the jack package and four permanent jack locator extension pads will be installed on the vehicle.

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• Recall 1998168 [Canada]: Seats and restraints
  Note: vehicles equipped with an integrated child seat. The integrated child seat safety belt latch mechanism may become contaminated causing the seat belt release mechanism to stick and prevent the retractor from releasing. This may result in difficulty removing a child from the restraint. Correction: child seat latch plate mechanism will be inspected and cleaned. An extender will be added to the emergency release anchor for the child seat safety belts so that the release clips are more visible and accessible to the operator. New instruction label and owner's manual supplement card will be provided for the operator.

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• Recall 1996004 [Canada]: Fuel supply
  An electrostatic charge may build up in the vehicle's plastic fuel tank and ungrounded fuel filler tube during normal operation. Under the right low temperature, low humidity and low fuel level conditions, the static charge on the fuel filler tube may cause a spark to occur while fueling the vehicle which could result in a fire. Correction: a fuel filler ground strap will be installed on affected vehicles.

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• Recall 1996009 [Canada]: Engine
  An engine cylinder head oil galley plug may not be adequately retained. Inadequate retention of the plug may result in oil leakage which could potentially cause a fire in the engine compartment. Correction: an expansion plug and retaining bracket will be installed over the suspect cylinder head oil galley plug.

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• Recall 1996116 [Canada]: Seats and restraints
  The bolts which secure the child seat to the seat frame may break. This could result in injury to the occupant in the event of a collision. Correction: seat bolts will be inspected and replaced as required.

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• Recall 1995213 [Canada]: Structure
  The bolts which secure the rear bench seats to their seat risers may break due to embrittlement. In the event of an accident or sudden stop, the seat may separate resulting in personal injury. Correction: bolts will be replaced on affected vehicles.

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• Recall 1995227 [Canada]: Fuel supply
  Under certain conditions, the fuel tank rollover valve may allow liquid fuel to pass into the vapour canister resulting in the potential for fuel leakage. In the presence of an ignition source a vehicle fire could occur. Correction: the fuel tank filler tube will be replaced with a filler tube which incorporates an additional rollover valve and the associated rollover valve vapour hoses will be rerouted.

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Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

• Air bag clockspring investigation # EA01007

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• Dc minivan fuel injector rail leak investigation # RQ00008

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• Post collision fuel system investigation # EA99013

  
  

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• Post-collision fuel system integrity investigation # PE99010

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• Integrated child seat belt lockup investigation # EA97003

  This investigation is closed.Chrysler corporation has submitted a defect information report identifying a safety defect and outlining the proposed remedy.Recall number 98v-185 has been assigned to this safety recall.
  

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• Fuel tank leaks investigation # EA97002

  Alleged fuel leaks where the fuel pump/sending unit joins the tank
  

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• Integrated child seat belt lockup investigation # EA97003

  Chrysler submitted a service bulletin to odi as part of the 573.8 monthly submission addressing a service campaign to service the integrated child seats experiencing retractor mechanism lockup.
  

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• Fuel tank leaks investigation # EA97002

  This engineering analysis was opened on january 31, 1997 based on information gathered during preliminary evaluation (pe), pe96-051. The pe was opened on august 19, 1996, to investigate allegations of fuel leakage from the area where the fuel pump/sending unit joins the fuel tank.For brevidy, this area will be referred to as the "pump/tank interface."these allegations were first received by odi on august 2, 1996 while investigating allegations of chrysler minivan throttle shaft hand-up, and uncontrolled engine speed, in pe96-036.While discussing that issue with a fleet, it was alleged that at least 10(out of 40) 1996 early production chrysler minivans leaked fuel from the pump/tank interface.Analysis of the complaint and warranty data indicate fuel tank leakage incidents in the subject vehicles predominatly affected early production vehicles.The data involving confirmed incidents of tank/pump interface leaks suggest that those failures have been declining since july 1996.Odi has received no reports of the subject condition involving original equipment pumps and tanks since september, 1997.Currently this isssue does not reqresent a continuing field concern.Odi will continue to monitor the subject vehicles for fuel leaks of any type.A safety related defect trend has not been identified at this time and further use of agency resoured does not appear to be warranted.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety related defect exists.The agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.
  

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• Defective air bag crash sensor investigation # DP96014

  Cfas petitioned the agency to conduct an investigation to determine whether the "airbag crash sensor and/or deployment systems" for the 1991-92 chevrolet corsica/beretta, 1990-92 ford taurus, and 1994-96 chrysler minivans are defective.Cfas allege that "information on low speed crashes where occupants have suffered fatal injuries suggests [that the above vehicles] have defective airbag crash sensor and/or deployment systems."
  

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• Sliding door latch failure investigation # EA96025

  Either the left or right sliding door may open while the vehicle is in motion.
  

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• Integrated child seat belt lockup investigation # SQ96016

  There is no summary currently available
  

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• Fuel leaks from the gas tank investigation # PE96051

  Fuel leaks where the fuel pump joins the gas tank.
  

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• Sliding door latch failure investigation # PE96038

  Either the left or right sliding door may open while the vehicle is in motion.
  

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• Safety blt latch operation investigation # PE96008

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• Fuel leakeage from rollover valve investigation # PE95053

  The fuel tank pressure relief/rollover valve may allow liquid fuel to pass from the fuel to the evaporative emissions control canister.This may result in fuel leakage from the evaporative emissions control system or engine stall.
  

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While turning into a parking space i touched break and the van accelerated to full throttle. The van jumped the curb and was heading toward 3 people, i turned the steering wheel enough to hit a light pole instead of them. The van quit racing for a few seconds and then revved up again. The light pole fell and i was again headed toward the people. I put both feet on the break and was able to stop the van, but not before hitting the people. Luckily they were just bruised because i just bumped them and didn't run over them. This all happened in a matter of seconds. I almost killed some people and no longer have transportation because the van was totaled.

Tl* the contact owns a 1996 dodge caravan. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the contact noticed that the horn failed to function. In addition, the odometer displayed an incorrect reading and the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the clock spring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The contact was aware of nhtsa campaign number: 02v293000 (air bags), but the vin was not included. The failure mileage was unknown.

I purchase this vehicle from owner in dec. 2013 and start having problem the owner i purchase it from purchase it from a bank back in 2006. They did know about an recall or etc. About this vehcle. The electric has problem and airbags, the fuel tank is leaking and fuel injection and etc,. Where can i can get help for these problems.Etc.,. *tr

This vehicle has a chronic design problem with throwing its serpentine belt whenever the tension pulley gets wet. Soon as the belt is thrown there is no power steering, and it steers 10 times worse than a mack truck. The lack of steering is a definite safety hazard to every other vehicle on the road. As it happens suddenly by driving through a water puddle, etc. There is virtually no time to react. In addition to lack of steering there is no alternator output, resulting in rapid battery drain. Also there is no coolant system fan resulting in rapid engine overheating. This design fault has been known for well over a decade, no make that 2 decades, but chrysler has never acknowledged a problem. The problem dates back to all chrysler mini-van designs from the early 1990s to at least 2000. If the lack of steering is not a safety related defect i don't know what is. We have a used wheelchair conversion caravan van to transport my wife. This latest incident was the past saturday night as we left a restaurant to return home. It had been raining profusely and suddenly i had no steering. I knew immediately what the problem was since this is the 3rd occurrence in the past 6 months. Do you expect your vehicle to become inoperable just because you drive in the rain? Why has not chrysler been made to acknowledge this problem and issue a repair recall? I don't care if the van is over a decade old. This defect is one which endangers everyone else on the road and which chrysler should have been required to address well over a decade ago. *tr

Strut tower corrosion 10090457 right / left strut tower rusted out on 96 dodge caravan. Took van into repair shop to find out steering issue they found a completely rusted out strut housing said its a known issue with vehicle and safety bulletin was issued since its a known problem. Suspension/body - strut tower corrosion number: 23-044-02 group: body date: oct. 14, 2002 subject: ns strut tower corrosion . *tr

Car stop having electrical output. *tr

Tl*the contact owns a 1996 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from his tank in large amounts. The vehicle was inspected by a independent mechanic and they advised him that he needed to replace the tank and the fuel pump. The vehicle has not been repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised him that the recall was expired and could not assist him. The failure mileage was approximately 151,000. Updated 03/24/11*lj updated 05/02/11

Tl* the contact owns a 1996 dodge caravan. The contact was driving 30 mph when he was advised by another motorist that fuel was leaking from the top of the fuel tank. The contact had just refueled the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic and the contact was advised to replace the catalytic converter. The mechanic also stated that there was evidence of a small fire from the fuel tank. The mechanic referred the contact to the dealer to inquire about a potential recall on the vehicle (nhtsa campaign id number: 99v216000, fuel system, gasoline: delivery fuel pump). The dealer advised that the vehicle was included in the recall but the dealer refused repairs because of the damages from the small fire. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 156,398 and the current mileage was 156,432.

1996 dodge caravan - ridiculous....Almost every puddle makes belt slip off and power steering becomes dangerous. This is the 14th time since i have owned the car. Should have a recall on all of these vans or a reimbursement plan for this or better yet.... A free final fix!!!!!! *tr