1991 Dodge Grand Caravan
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
8 recalls name the 1991 Dodge Grand Caravan. Newest first.
Vehicle description: MINI vans. the bolts used to attach the strut to the body and the rear liftgate can accumulate fatigue damage if three factors combine. if the bolt IS loose, the gas strut IS over-pressurized, and the frequency of opening and closing cycles IS higher than for the average customer, the bolt can fail.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Personal injury could occur if the bolts break allowing the liftgate to fall suddenly.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect for loose fasteners, if the fasteners are loose, the strut (and integral bolts) will be replaced. if the bolt shows evidence of torque, the bolt will be removed, larger washers will replace the existing washer and the bolt will be reinstalled and hand tightened to the target torqued.
Vehicle description: minivans. the left hand windshield wiper pivot drive arm was not mechanically staked to the pivot shaft.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could allow the drive arm to disengage from the shaft leading to a loss of wiper function. the driver's visibility would be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left hand side windshield wiper pivot assembly.
Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans. covers on the solid stalk mounted seat belt buckles can become dislodged causing the release button to stick inside the cover. the buckle would then be only partially latched.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install a cover retaining clip to the stalk mounted buckle cover to prevent dislocation of the buckle cover.
Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans. The center rear seat, right outboard side, safety belt anchor hook can become unattached from the body anchor position.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the anchor hook retaining clip with a revised profile clip and a cover plate.
The steering wheel armature stamping can crack and separate from the center hub attachment to the steering column.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the steering wheel separates from the center hub attachment to the steering column, loss of control can occur increasing the risk of an accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the steering wheel for armature cracks in the center hub attachment area. any steering wheels showing cracks will be replaced. all other vehicles will have a reinforcement plate installed to prevent steering wheel separation in the event cracking occurs.
The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this condition occurs, the ABS function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). Owners will also be reimbursed for previous ABS component repair costs.
Vehicle description: light duty passenger minivans without remote release. this IS not a safety recall. there has been no determination that a safety defect exists with the minivan latches. chrysler IS conducting a service campaign to replace the liftgate latch assembly of the affected minivans. in a collision, the rear liftgate latch assembly could…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the liftgate latch opens, occupants can be ejected resulting in significantly increased risk of injury or death.
Remedy
Chrysler dealers will replace the liftgate latch with a new stronger latch assembly without charge. chrysler began notifying owners of these vehicles in october 1995.
Vehicle description: light duty passenger minivans with remote release. this IS not a safety recall. there has been no determination that a safety defect exists with the minivan latches. chrysler IS conducting a service campaign to replace the liftgate latch assembly of the affected minivans. in a collision, the rear liftgate latch assembly could open.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the liftgate latch opens, occupants can be ejected resulting in significantly increased risk of injury or death.
Remedy
Chrysler dealers will replace the liftgate latch with a new stronger latch assembly without charge. chrysler began notifying owners of these vehicles in march 1996.
Owner complaints
129 complaints6 involved a fire4 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Service brakes
Nhtsa recall: 96v099000 lifetime coverage...bendix 10 ABS brake failure. chrysler corporation denied reimbursement of repairs on 10/20/2020..
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 1991 dodge grand caravan. While driving at unknown speeds, the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to engage and traveled halfway to the floorboard. The contact stated that the brakes eventfully engaged after the brake pedal was depressed several times. In addition, the…
TL* the contact owns a 1991 dodge grand caravan. While driving at unknown speeds, the brake pedal was depressed, but failed to engage and traveled halfway to the floorboard. The contact stated that the brakes eventfully engaged after the brake pedal was depressed several times. In addition, the anti-lock and brake indicators were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but they were not equipped to service the vehicle. The mechanic referred the contact to another independent mechanic who then referred the contact to a local dealer. The vehicle was towed to glenbrook dodge chrysler jeep (100 w coliseum blvd, fort wayne, in 46805, (260) 579-4713) where it was diagnosed that the anti-lock system failed and the vehicle was in manual mode. The dealer informed the contact that parts were no longer being manufactured. The manufacturer was notified and opened case number: [xxx]. No further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 66,000. The vin was not available. *Tt information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Service brakes
TL* the contact owns a 1991 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that there was a failure in which the previous owner had to replace the ABS hydraulic control unit. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The failure recurred and caused the…
TL* the contact owns a 1991 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated that there was a failure in which the previous owner had to replace the ABS hydraulic control unit. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 96v099000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The failure recurred and caused the reduced power assist to fail during braking. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer. The dealer kept the vehicle for over two weeks. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided no solution other than suggesting the part be replaced a second time by the dealer. The contact was unable to determine if the same part being replaced would prevent the failure or if the failure would recur. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Nhtsa recall #96v099000, referencing ABS lifetime warranty. dealer crystal chrysler center, cathedral city, california, (760) 324-4557, has failed to repair the defective ABS system of this vehicle under the mandated nhtsa lifetime warranty. dealer has had this vehicle for over six months with…
Nhtsa recall #96v099000, referencing ABS lifetime warranty. dealer crystal chrysler center, cathedral city, california, (760) 324-4557, has failed to repair the defective ABS system of this vehicle under the mandated nhtsa lifetime warranty. dealer has had this vehicle for over six months with the excuse that "diagnosis" IS in process. chrysler corporation's "executive referral" customer assistance (586) 274-8177, has failed to assure customer satisfaction. ABS anti-lock light remains on, pump and actuator assembly continues to fail and has created a "dead short" in the "fusible links" causing catastrophic failure in the wiring harnesses. no matter the mileage of this vehicle, I am requesting repairs to the entire ABS system under the nhtsa lifetime warranty...please assist. update 9/15/15*cw updated 11/10/11.*jb
- Fuel system, gasoline
Fuel rail leaks gas into engine compartment. *Tr
- Tires › Tread/belt
Pep boys futura plus touring SE p215/70r/15ww. Part#wk14cpu754. purchased set of 4 on 4/28/2004 at hampton, virginia pep boys. belt separation after 18,000 miles. Half the width of the tire for approximately 8 inches circumference bulged out approximately 1 inch. happened while setting in…
Pep boys futura plus touring SE p215/70r/15ww. Part#wk14cpu754. purchased set of 4 on 4/28/2004 at hampton, virginia pep boys. belt separation after 18,000 miles. Half the width of the tire for approximately 8 inches circumference bulged out approximately 1 inch. happened while setting in driveway. service advisor at dealer where purchased initially denied it was a defective tire, then said that IS what he had been told to say by management. Manager then offered to prorate and replace with same tire, that has now been rebadged as a definity tire, at a price that it was already being sold at in sets of 4. Apparently he assumed I was ignorant. Now running on spare and going to buy a set of michelin x ones at costco since my experience seems to indicate these tires are defective and the manufacturer knows it and IS stonewalling. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
I was on my way home with my four kids when I noticed a strong smell of gas. When my husband got home I had him look at it to find out it was leaking gas from the fuel rail so bad that there was standing gas on the valve cover leaking into where my spark plugs are. I contacted the place I am…
I was on my way home with my four kids when I noticed a strong smell of gas. When my husband got home I had him look at it to find out it was leaking gas from the fuel rail so bad that there was standing gas on the valve cover leaking into where my spark plugs are. I contacted the place I am buying it from and they refuse to fix it, unless I pay for it. IS there any recall in this problem?i see there has been many complaints same as mine. *jb
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While driving approximately 30 mph consumer applied the brakes to come to a stop. When proceeding to pull off vehicle hesitated and would not move. When taken to dealer for service it was determined to be the ABS not unlocking.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Upon receiving a recall notice consumer took the vehicle to service dealer for repairs of ABS brakes. the service dealer told the consumer that he would need to pay for a diagnostic. Consumer stated there were 7 recalls on this particular vehicle. The recall specifically stated there no charge to the consumer. *ak
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
Vehicle experienced a leak in the fuel rail. Owner contacted the manufacturer and the dealer, and neither was willing to assist the owner. *ak....*ak
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Upper ball joint
Failure of front left ball joint and axle. ball joint fractured and wheel came off while driving. *Jb
- Interior lighting
The vehicle had no instrument panel readout. the dashboard lights came on, but the consumer was unable to tell how fast she going. *jb.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While driving,the consumer applied the brakes and a loud humming noise was heard from the front. the driver was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. the consumer informed the mechanic a recall notice #(v96099000) regarding the ABS hydraulic unit was for this vehicle. the…
While driving,the consumer applied the brakes and a loud humming noise was heard from the front. the driver was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for inspection. the consumer informed the mechanic a recall notice #(v96099000) regarding the ABS hydraulic unit was for this vehicle. the mechanic informed the consumer that the recall was performed in july of 1997 and the remedy was not available for again. please fill in additional information.*jb
- Engine and engine cooling · Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system · Power train · Service brakes, hydraulic · Unknown or other
Andy lewis dodge did not repair anti lock brakes on recalls they were hostile to me and my van was operable when left there. When I picked it up I had to have a wrecker take it home.the battery was dead and the antilock light continued to stay on. They never repaired the brake problem with the recalls. They are leaking now.
- Power train
Around august 4, 2003, my dodge grand caravan suddenly locked in second gear. I have replaced the filter and the transmission fluid. This did not fix the transmission. While asking friends if they knew any to fix the problem before I take it to a shop to be fixed, one of them print me the…
Around august 4, 2003, my dodge grand caravan suddenly locked in second gear. I have replaced the filter and the transmission fluid. This did not fix the transmission. While asking friends if they knew any to fix the problem before I take it to a shop to be fixed, one of them print me the information about the chrysler ultradrive transmission report that IS on your web site. I have got to my local dodge dealer and they said that they have never heard of ultradrive transmission problem or recall. I showed the dealer the information that I printed from the web site. Dodge said that I would need to call chrysler. I have called chrysler customer relations about the ultradrive transmission locked in second gear. I was told that they only have 4 recalls on the van two of the recalls have been complete but to have not. The two recalls that have been done are: liftgate latch pn cfxr6406 and seat belt buckle/anch. Clip. The two recalls that have not been done are: liftgate support washer and a left wiper pivot. I then explained to the chrysler customer relation that the records on they web site only shows back to 1996 per the web site information. They said that any recall would be with the vehicle for life in the system. I also asked if they had any information on the ultradrive transmissions having a problem with the 1989 to 1991 models. The person said that they are unable to look that information up. I then explained that the information IS on the center for auto safety web site. The customer relation person said that if the information IS not on the chrysler or dodge web sites then the information IS not right. Also the relations person said that even if there was a problem with the ultradrive transmission that it IS no longer covered under the manufactures warranty anymore. please contact me by e-mail if you have any information that I may use to resolve the problem with the ultradrive transmission.
- Power train
Transmission shifts weirdly.
- Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery · Service brakes, hydraulic
ABS brake alarm and dual pressure switch was part of the recall but the pressure switch wasn't replaced. *ph there was also a problem with the vehicle not being able to start up due to a dead battery. *Mr
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
I would like to know if my vehicle, a 1991 dodge caravan with 3.3L V-6 engine IS included in the leaking fuel recall (i.e. Fuel rail seals) here IS the recall I researched for your reference: nhtsa campaign ID number: 00v268000 fuel: fuel injection system manufacturer: daimlerchrysler…
I would like to know if my vehicle, a 1991 dodge caravan with 3.3L V-6 engine IS included in the leaking fuel recall (i.e. Fuel rail seals) here IS the recall I researched for your reference: nhtsa campaign ID number: 00v268000 fuel: fuel injection system manufacturer: daimlerchrysler corporation mfg. Campaign #: 895 year: 1998 make: chrysler truck model: town and country potential number of units affected: 1163000 manufactured from: feb 1995 to: sep 1999 year of recall: '00 type of report: vehicle summary: vehicle description: MINI vans built with 3.3L and 3.8L engines. The fuel injection delivery system can leak fuel from some of the sealing o-rings or from hair line cracks in the thermoset fuel injection rail. Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a 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. Daimlerchrysler has not yet provided nhtsa with an owner notification schedule. However, if a vehicle IS leaking fuel from the o-rings or from a cracked fuel line, 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 1-800-992-1997. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
Consumer stated upon starting vehicle gas fumes filled the inside compartment, then gradually dissipated. *ak the fuel rail was replaced. *sc
- Visibility › Windshield wiper/washer
While driving in the rain, the windshield wipers failed. *jb wipers were repaired under recall the first time, then they failed again. Consumer was informed that the defective part was the crank that connected to the wipers and it wasn't covered under the recall. Consumer repaired…
While driving in the rain, the windshield wipers failed. *jb wipers were repaired under recall the first time, then they failed again. Consumer was informed that the defective part was the crank that connected to the wipers and it wasn't covered under the recall. Consumer repaired the part on their own. The slots in the crank flared out which caused it to rock and loosen the nut and fall off. *ph *nlm
- Exterior lighting › Headlights › Concealment devices
The head light covers became discolored, which made it difficult to see at night. *jb *ts
- Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system › Fuel rail
Separation of fuel rails connecting u tube cuasing fuel leak onto spark plugs. gas odor in van led to discovery of problem before tragic consequences. repair shop informed us that they are seeing this problem often.
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Original transmission was rebuilt by dealership at our expense. later, had to replace the transmission because of the same problem. chrysler would not cover any of the expenses and we have never heard if any recall work was done for transmission problems.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While driving ABS system went out. Contacted dealership.*ak *yh
- Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
Consumer was driving vehicle out of driveway an noticed black smoke coming from steering column. dealership IS aware of problem.*ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Rear liftgate support
On may 7, 1997, chrysler filed a defect information report to recall 436,000 1992 dodge caravan/grand caravan, plymouth voyager/grand voyager and chrysler town and country vehicles to repair the liftgate supports; safety recall 97v-079.odi had investigation the rear liftgate support problem for 1991-1993 chrysler…
On may 7, 1997, chrysler filed a defect information report to recall 436,000 1992 dodge caravan/grand caravan, plymouth voyager/grand voyager and chrysler town and country vehicles to repair the liftgate supports; safety recall 97v-079.odi had investigation the rear liftgate support problem for 1991-1993 chrysler minivans in pe 96-035 and ea96-027.at the time of closing ea96-027 on may 16, 1997, a safety related defect trend had not been identified on the 1991 and 1993 models.since the closing of ea96-027, odi has received 34 complaints of rear liftgate support attaching bolt failures, including ten injuries, on the subjecet vehicles.it IS recommended that a recall query be opened to determine the scope of liftgate support failures on the subject vehicles.closing note: on july 19, 1999, damilerchrysler agreed to recall 1991, 1993, and 1994 model year vehicles to remedy rear liftgate supports; safety recall 99v-213.it IS recommended that rq99-004 be closed.
- Safety belt anchorage failures
There is no summary currently available
- Safety blt latch operation
There is no summary currently available
- Steering wheel separation
After an extensive investigation and analysis, chrysler has identified the defect as a fatigue failure, origination in the heat affected region of the projection welds of the steering wheel hub to steering wheel armature attachment.the hub IS the portion of the steering wheel assembly that connects it to the steering…
After an extensive investigation and analysis, chrysler has identified the defect as a fatigue failure, origination in the heat affected region of the projection welds of the steering wheel hub to steering wheel armature attachment.the hub IS the portion of the steering wheel assembly that connects it to the steering column shaft and IS attached to the underside of the steering wheel assembly by 4 welds.if cracks develop in the heat affected region of the welds and propagate through the steering wheel armature to each of the welds, the steering wheel can separate from the hub.this IS a slow progressive failure which normally occurs at high mileage.in some cases complainants have reported a looseness or wobbling of the steering wheel prior to separation.to remedy this defect, chrysler will inspect the steering wheels of the affected vehicles for cracks in the hub area.if any cracks are found, the steering wheel will be replaced.all other vehicles will have reinforcing plates installed which would prevent a steering wheel separation should cracking occur.
- ABS braking system fails
There is no summary currently available
- ABS braking system fails
There is no summary currently available
- Liftgate latches
Liftgate latches in the subject vehicles have failed in low and moderate speed impacts resulting in occupant ejections, injuries, and fatalities.there are two failure modes associated with latch failure: fork bolt-detent lever bypass, and inertial unlatching.nhtsa analyses of chrysler and peer minivans took the form…
Liftgate latches in the subject vehicles have failed in low and moderate speed impacts resulting in occupant ejections, injuries, and fatalities.there are two failure modes associated with latch failure: fork bolt-detent lever bypass, and inertial unlatching.nhtsa analyses of chrysler and peer minivans took the form of static and dynamic crash testing, engineering evaluations, complaint and field analyses, and real world data analyses.a technical report discussing these analyses can be found in the engineering analysis technical report in the public viewing file.chrysler has advised nhtsa that it will conduct a campaign to replace the latches on all the subject vehicles.the chrysler campaign will consist of notification letters to all owners; free replacement of all latches with stronger, safer latches regardless of the age of the minivans; national advertising to promote customer awareness of the campaign; quarterly reports regarding campaign completion rates; as well as additional measures to ensure a high completion rate, above and beyond the actions that normally would be taken in a formal safety recall.these include follow up written and telephonic notifications to owners who do not bring their vehicles in for corrective action.nhtsa firmly believes that the crash performance of the latches on these minivans raises serious safety concerns, and that the campaign addresses these concerns.the chrysler corrective action will increase the strength of the liftgate latches and decrease the potential for inertial unlatching, thereby reducing the risk of crash-related openings of the liftgate and possible occupant ejection through the liftgate opening.owners of chrysler minivans will get a stronger, safer latch free of charge at the earliest possible time, without the need for further technical investigation and complex and time-consuming litigation with an uncertain outcome.based on the above, odi IS closing this investigation.
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