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Common 1994 Dodge Grand caravan problems
The 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan, like any vehicle, has its share of common problems reported by owners. However, the search results do not provide specific details about the 1994 model year. Instead, they focus on various model years, including 2009, 2011, and 2014. To provide a comprehensive answer, I will discuss the common problems found in the Dodge Grand Caravan for the years mentioned, which can still be relevant to the 1994 model.
- Faulty Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM): According to many owners of the 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, problems with the TIPM are common. The minivan may have difficulty starting or not start at all. Sometimes, windows and doors tend to open randomly. The automaker has not issued a recall to fix this issue, but several online forums provide ways to resolve the problem, although they may only work for a short time.
- Engine Problems: Some 2009 Dodge Grand Caravans have suffered from engine problems, with the van sometimes abruptly stopping while driving. The vehicle may display the traction control light before it stops while in motion. Excessive oil consumption, engine misfires, starter issues, and the check engine light turning on were also prevalent in this model year. The automaker fixed this problem by issuing a recall on 2009 Dodge Grand Caravans.
- Valve Stem Corrosion: Fiat-Chrysler made a mistake by using aluminum valve stems in the Dodge Grand Caravan, which can lead to corrosion. This issue can cause the tires to lose air pressure, leading to potential safety hazards.
- Faulty Oil Filter Adapter: The Dodge Caravan's fourth most common complaint was engine oil escaping from a faulty oil filter adapter. 41 owners dealt with this problem, which can lead to oil leaks and engine damage. This issue affected several model years, including 1998 to 2004 and 2006 to 2007.
- Noisy Worn Sway Bar Bushings: 53 Dodge Caravan owners reported noise caused by worn rubber bushings on the sway bar. This bar keeps the Caravan from rolling when it corners. Owners described rattling, humming, or clunking noises that came from the front suspension during low-speed driving.
- Crankshaft End Play: The Dodge Caravan's crankshaft end play being out of spec can cause the seal of the front crankshaft to pop out, leading to engine leaks and oil loss. This issue affects several model years, including 2000 and 2003 to 2007.
- Power Windows: One or more power windows that stopped working due to a bad window regulator or motor is the most common complaint about the Dodge Caravan. Fixing the problem might mean replacing both the regulator and the motor as a set.
While the specific problems for the 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan are not provided in the search results, the issues mentioned above can still be relevant to the 1994 model. It is essential to address these problems promptly to ensure the vehicle's safety and longevity.
What is the most common problem with the Dodge Caravan?
Some of the top Dodge Grand Caravan problems include shifting issues, a faulty Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM), and engine troubles.
Is Dodge Grand Caravan a reliable car?
The Dodge Grand Caravan Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 2nd out of 8 for minivans. The average annual repair cost is $673 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average and the frequency of those issues is low, so major repairs are uncommon for the Grand Caravan.
What was the best year for the Dodge Grand Caravan?
We recommend the 2007, 2010, 2019, and 2020 selections. We hope this information is helpful! It might feel overwhelming to select the best year for the Caravan, so our knowledge should make the process much easier.
Are Dodge Grand Caravans known for transmission problems?
Dodge Grand Caravan Common Problems
A common problem customers experience with their Dodge Grand Caravan is delayed transmission engagement and hard shifting when driving.
What is the most common problem with the Dodge Caravan?
Some of the top Dodge Grand Caravan problems include shifting issues, a faulty Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM), and engine troubles.
Is Dodge Grand Caravan a reliable car?
The Dodge Grand Caravan Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 2nd out of 8 for minivans. The average annual repair cost is $673 which means it has average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is average and the frequency of those issues is low, so major repairs are uncommon for the Grand Caravan.
What was the best year for the Dodge Grand Caravan?
We recommend the 2007, 2010, 2019, and 2020 selections. We hope this information is helpful! It might feel overwhelming to select the best year for the Caravan, so our knowledge should make the process much easier.
Are Dodge Grand Caravans known for transmission problems?
Dodge Grand Caravan Common Problems
A common problem customers experience with their Dodge Grand Caravan is delayed transmission engagement and hard shifting when driving.
1994 Dodge Grand caravan car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Dodge Grand caravan problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Power train problems
- Structure problems
- Service brakes problems
- Hydraulic problems
- Air bags problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1994 Dodge Grand caravan vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1994 Dodge Grand caravan
The NHTSA has received 217 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1994 Dodge Grand caravan. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1994 Dodge Grand caravan vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-02-15
- VIN: 1B4GH44R7RX
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DON'T WORK
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-02-04
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: WHEN I WAS TRYING TO TURN THE WHEEL TO GET OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, MY STEERING WHEEL CAME OFF. I WAS ABOUT TO BACK UP AND IF I DID I WOULD HAVE LOST CONTROL AND CRASHED.
STEERING,AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-04-17
- VIN: 1B4GH2439RX
- Components: STEERING,AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE,LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 00V305000 (STEERING), 99V213000 (STRUCTURE), 99V113000 (AIR BAGS), AND 95I00100 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-11
- VIN: 1B4GH44RXRX
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERPENTINE BELT WOULD DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE WHEN IT WOULD RAIN OR WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN THROUGH A PUDDLE OF WATER. THE FAILURE WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO LOOSE POWER AND OVERHEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED SEVERAL TIMES AND THE PULLEYS WERE REPLACED, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO RECUR. THE DEALER AND SEVERAL MECHANICS WERE UNABLE TO DETERMINE WHAT CAUSED THE CONSISTENT FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 230,426 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 241,625.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-18
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ON 1994 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN WITH BRAUN HANDICAPPED MODIFICATIONS WHILE IDLING IN THE DRIVEWAY DURING LOADING OF HANDICAPPED WOMAN. ATTENDANT WAS INJURED DUE TO PROXIMITY OF HEAD TO PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. *TR
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1996-01-01
- VIN: 1B4GH44R5RX
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL* - THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 DODGE CHRYSLER GRAND CARAVAN. WHILE DRIVING AROUND A MOUNTAIN THE STEERING LOCKED AND LOST POWER STEERING. THE CONTACT LET THE VEHICLE SIT FOR APPROXIMATELY 1/2 HOUR AND THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVABLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 66,000. THE DEALER DIDN'T TRY TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 165,000.*AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT HE REPLACED THE BELT IN 1996, BUT THE MECHANIC STATED THE BELT LOOKED FINE. UPDATE 05/10/07*TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-02-04
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1B4GH44R5RX
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* -THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE 1994 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN WITH 150000 FAILURE MILEAGE WAS LEAKING GAS ON THE MANIFOLD. THE CONTACT A MECHANIC DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS A FUEL LEAK. THERE WAS A RECALL # 00268000 ON THE 1996-2000 DODGE GRAND CARAVANS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DRIVABLE , AND THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 150,000. *AK THE FUEL RAIL WAS LEAKING FUEL AT THE END OF THE RAIL WHERE A PIPE JOINED THE 2 RAILS TOGETHER, FUEL LEAKED ON THE MANIFOLD AND A SMALL FIRE WAS IGNITED. UPDATED 04/30/07. *JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-27
- VIN: 1B4GH44R0RX
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING, USUALLY WHEN WEATHER IS VERY WARM. NO INDICATION OF OVERHEATING. LET SET FOR 10-15 MINUTES AND VEHICLE STARTS AND RUNS FINE UNTIL NEXT TIME. HAS HAPPENED 6 TIMES IN THE LAST 3 YEARS, USUALLY ON THE INTERSTATE CAUSING A POTENTIALLY VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. HAVE NOT HAD TO A DEALER TO CHECK OUT BUT HAVE SEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS ON THIS SITE BY PEOPLE WHO HAVE THIS SAME PROBLEM WHO HAVE TAKEN TO DEALER AND DEALER WAS NOT ABLE TO LOCATE THE SOURCE OF THE STALLING.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-01-24
- VIN: 1B4GH44R0RX
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 1994 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN, DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BACK BROKEN AT THE FIRST WELD ON THE VERTICAL PORTION OF THE SEAT BACK. CAR WAS BEING DRIVEN NORMALLY, NO ACCIDENT OR INCIDENT OCCURRED. THERE WAS NO WARNING, THE SEAT JUST WENT TO A RECLINED POSITION WHILE DRIVING. FURTHER INVESTIGATION REVEALED THAT IN ADDITION TO THE VERTICAL FRAME WELD FAILURE, A CASTING FAILURE OCCURRED ON THE HORIZONTAL PORTION OF THE SEAT FRAME IN THE VICINITY OF RECLINE LEVER. THE FRAME CASTING WAS COMPLETING SEVERED AND WOULD NOT HAVE RETAINED THE SEAT IN THE EVENT OF A SUDDEN DECELERATION. THE SEAT WAS UNSAFE BUT DID NOT REVEAL ITSELF UNTIL THE BACK FRAME WELD FAILURE. MY STATE OF RESIDENCE IS WISCONSIN, YOUR PROGRAM DID NOT ALLOW ME TO ENTER THIS STATE SO I CHOOSE ONE AT RANDOM. *NM
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-09-10
- VIN: 1B4GK44R3RX
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED THE SLIDING DOOR FELL OFF TRACK . THE PART HAD BEEN REPAIRED THREE TIMES, HOWEVER THE PROBLEM RECURRED. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE PARTS SEEM TO WEAR TO EASY AND RUST WHEN THEY SHOULD NOT. *TC
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-15
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: (1) NO WARNING OF FAILURE.(2) SERPENTINE BELT TENSIONER BOLT FAILED CAUSING LOSS OF POWER STEERING DURING A TURN. NO CONSEQUENCES RESULTED FROM THIS PARTICULAR FAILURE BECAUSE THE FAILURE OCCURRED IN A PARKING LOT AT 5MPH. UNDER DIFFERENT CIRCUMSTANCES (DOWNHILL ON TIGHT CURVE) THE FAILURE WOULD HAVE BEEN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND PROBABLY RESULT IN TOTAL LOSS OF CONTROL.(3) ANTICIPATE REPLACING THE TENSIONER AND RETURNING VEHICLE TO SERVICE.*AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-08-09
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: AIR BAG. I OWN A 1994 GRAND CARAVAN. I HAVE NO OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS VEHICLE. HOWEVER, THE AIR BAG HAS HAD A PROBLEM SINCE ALMOST DAY ONE. THE AIRBAG PANEL LIGHT IS ALWAYS ILLUMINATED. I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE SEVERAL YEARS AGO ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND HAD THE VAN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR RECALL SERVICE TO RECTIFY THE OBVIOUSLY WIDESPREAD PROBLEM. I BELIEVE IT WAS TIED TO A PROBLEM W/ THE REAR WINDOW WIPER CIRCUIT. THIS IS A PROBLEM THAT WAS FIXED FOR ALL BUT A COUPLE OF MONTHS AND TO THIS DAY I DON'T HAVE A WORKING AIR BAG OR REAR WINDOW WIPER. I CAN LIVE W/O THE WIPER, I'D LIKE TO HAVE WORKING SAFETY EQUIPMENT. *NM
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-10-13
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSON FAILURE. *LA
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-05-16
- VIN: 1B4GH44R6RX
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHEN THE CONSUMER CLOSED THE REAR HATCH THE HINGE ON THE UPPER RIGHT CAME OFF. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE BOLT HAD BROKEN IN HALF AND ONE HALF OF THE BOLT WAS STILL ATTACHED TO THE DOOR WHILE OTHER HALF FELL TO THE GROUND. THE PRESSURIZED MECHANISM WAS LOCKED IN THE OPEN POSITION AND IN ORDER TO CLOSE THE DOOR THE CONSUMER HAD NO CHOICE BUT TO PUNCTURE THE ROOF. *NLM *CB *NLM
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-10
- VIN: 1B4GH44R3RX
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE HESITATES AS IF STARVING FOR FUEL AND STALLS WHILE TRAVELING,CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON UNTIL YOU TURN OFF ENGINE AND RETSTART. TAKEN TO DEALER AND NO TROUBLE CODES FOUND. FUEL PUMP, FUEL FILTER, FUEL INJECTOR O-RINGS, REPLACED. HAS HAPPENED OVER LAST SIX YEARS, SOME 20 TIMES AND DEALER HAS NO CLUE. 125,000 MILES ON ENGINE.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-07-07
- VIN: 1B4GH2432RX
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: PURCHASED ON 5/2001 A USED 1994 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN WITH 93,000 MILES FROM CARMICHAEL AUTO EXCHANGE "AS IS". AFTER 1,000 MILES, TRANSMISSION FAILED. REPLACED @ $1875.60 WITH NEW MOPAR REBUILT AT 94,282. TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR TRANS SERVICE ON 3/8/2002 AT 109,252 TO DEALER. INSTALLED TRANSMISSION COOLER ON 4/2002. NOW REBUILT TRANSMISSION FAILED ON 7/7/2003 AT 150,325. THIS ADDED EXPENSE WILL COST $2600.00 AT MY EXPENSE. *AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-06-10
- VIN: 1B4GH2438RX
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED THAT WHEN TURNING THE VEHICLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED. DEALER NOTIFIED . *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-05-27
- VIN: 1D4GH44R1RX
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILED AND FORCED THE CONSUMER TO PULL OFF THE ROAD. *NLM. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-05-01
- VIN: 1B4GH54L0RX
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: GAS GAUGE SHOWS ERRATIC FUEL LEVEL - CAN END UP EMPTY BECAUSE OF FALSE READING SIMILAR TO NHTSA RECALL NO. 97V194 CHRYSLER CAMPAIGN NO. 755. *NLM
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-12-20
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSAXLE ON 1994 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN LE FAILED CAUSING DAMAGE TO AXLES. THE AXLES HAD TO BE REPLACED, ONE AXLE HAD TO BE REPLACED TWICE. THEY ARE NOW FAILING AGAIN. THE FRONT END WOBBLES AND SHAKES, ESPECIALLY WHEN ACCELERATING AND THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS VERY HARSHLY, WITH A SLAM. THE TRANSMISSION HAS AN INTERNAL LEAK SO THAT WE HAVE TO CHECK THE FLUID CONSTANTLY, BUT NO FLUID IS DRAINING ONTO THE STREET. IT WILL COST US $2,500 TO REPAIR. WHEN WE BOUGHT THE CAR 2 YEARS AGO IT HAD JUST HAD THE TRANSAXLE REPLACED.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-12-10
- VIN: 1B4GK54L5RX
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN WE BOUGHT THE VAN IN APRIL OF 2001 THE TRANSAXLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO REVERSE WHEN COLD. THE VEHICLE HAS APPARENTLY BEEN WARMED UP BEFORE WE TEST DROVE IT. THE TRANSMISSION FILTER AND FLUID WERE REPLACED AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS FINE UNTIL THE NEXT COLD SEASON . THE FLUID AND FILTER WERE REPLACED AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS FINE UNTIL THE NEXT COLD SEASON. THE FLUID AND FILTER WERE REPLACED AGAIN BUT IT DID NOT HELP. THE TRANSMISSION STARTED OUT AT THE BEGINNING OF THIS YEAR'S COLD SEASON JUST NOT GOING INTO REVERSE WHILE COLD, THEN IT QUICKLY PROGRESSED TO NO FIRST GEAR OR REVERSE WHILE COLD. DURING THE TIME WHEN IT HAD NO FIRST OR REVERSE THE TRANSMISSION WOULD GO INTO LIMP MODE. (CHRYSLER A-604 ULTRADRIVE) DURING THIS TIME THE TRANSMISSION ONLY FUNCTIONS IN SECOND GEAR (WHILE THE GEAR SELECTOR IS IN OVERDRIVE). THE TRANSMISSION REPAIR SHOP ACTED VERY SURPRISED THAT OUR TRANSMISSION LASTED 135K MILES! UNFORTUNATELY OUR WARRANTY COMPANY IS NOT AWARE OF THE PROBLEMS WITH THIS TRANSMISSION OR JUST DOESN'T WANT TO LOSE MONEY BECAUSE OF IT, BUT THEY ONLY PAID FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A USED TRANSMISSION WITH 80K MILES. I USE THE ULTIMATE WARRANTY COMPANY (1-800-576-5113). *JB ***DIMSII IVOQ ENTRY AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS*****770786
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-11-01
- VIN: 1B4GH243XRX
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: I CAN'T KEEP IT RUNNING IN COLD WEATHER, NO MATTER WHAT THE SPEED OF DRIVING.**** DIMS 11 IVOQ ENTRY POSTED AFTER 12/12/02 CUT-OVER TO ARTEMIS****769757. *AK *JB
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-09-20
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: NHTSA RECALL 99V213000 LIFTGATE SUPPORT BRACKET; SHE HAD THIS RECALL REPAIRED TWO YEARS AGO. THE OWNER STATES THAT SHE HEARD SOMETHING, MOVED OUT THE WAY AND THE LIFTGATE SLAMMED SHUT ON ITS' OWN. PLEASE DESCRIBE DETAILS. NLM
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: VAN HAS PROBLEM WITH ILLUMINATION OF HEAD LIGHTS, DEALERSHIP HAS TRIED SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO RECTIFY ILLUMINATION FAILURE. MANUFACTURER HAS NO MORE SUGGESTIONS ON HOW TO CORRECT PROBLEM. DEALERSHIP IS DECLINING PUTTING ON FOG LIGHTS, AND IS QUESTIONING NEXT STEP.*AK. CONSUMER'S SON ADJUSTED THE HEADLIGHTS AND CONSUMER CAN NOW SEE THE ROAD, CONSUMER ASSUMED IT WAS THE HEADLIGHTS THEMSELVES, BUT IT SEEMS THEY WERE JUSE MISALIGNED.*JB
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-01-15
- VIN: 1B4GH2435RX
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE SPORADICALLY DIES WHEN SLOWING DOWN FOR STOP OR TURNS. CAN'T FIND A PATTERN - HAPPENS IN ALL SEASONS, TEMPERATURES AND ROAD CONDITIONS.*AK
1994 Dodge Grand caravan recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 6 recalls for different components of the 1994 Dodge Grand caravan.
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS EQUIPPED WITH 2-SPOKE LUXURY WHEELS MANUFACTURED JULY 1992 THROUGH JUNE 1993; OR EQUIPPED WITH 4-SPOKE SPORT WHEELS MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 1992 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1993. THE STEERING WHEEL ARMATURE STAMPING CAN CRACK AND SEPARATE FROM THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING COLUMN.
- Consequence: 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 CRACKS AND ANY WHEELS WITH CRACKS WILL BE REPLACED. ALL OTHER VEHICLES WILL HAVE A REINFORCEMENT PLATE INSTALLED TO PREVENT STEERING WHEEL SEPARATION IN THE EVENT CRACKING OCCURS.
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: 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.
- Manufacturer: DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THE WIRING THAT INITIATES THE DRIVER AND/OR PASSENGER AIR BAG COULD ELECTRICALLY SHORT CIRCUIT TO GROUND. A SHORT CIRCUIT TO GROUND THAT EXISTS IMMEDIATELY AFTER TURNING THE IGNITION KEY TO THE "ON" OR "START" POSITION CAN CAUSE THE AIR BAG(S) TO INADVERTENTLY DEPLOY.
- Consequence: INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAN INJURE A FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL PERFORM AN ELECTRONIC DIAGNOSTIC CHECK. ANY SHORT CIRCUITS IDENTIFIED IN EITHER THE DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG INITIATOR WIRE CIRCUIT WILL BE REPAIRED.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: IF THE LIFTGATE LATCH OPENS, OCCUPANTS CAN BE EJECTED RESULTING IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH.
- Remedy: CHRYSLER WILL REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH WITH A NEW STRONGER LATCH ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE. CHRYSLER BEGAN NOTIFYING OWNERS DURING DECEMBER 1995.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK
- Summary: 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 OPEN.
- Consequence: 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 BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 1995.
- Manufacturer: CHRYSLER CORPORATION
- Components: WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
- Summary: WHEELS WITH MISFORMED LUG NUT SEATS WERE INSTALLED ON THESE VEHICLES. THIS CAUSES REDUCED NUT TO WHEEL CONTACT AREA AND LIMITS THE WHEEL SELF-CENTERING CAPABILITY DURING INSTALLATION. THIS RESULTS IN LOSS OF WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE RETENTION.
- Consequence: LOSS OF LUG NUT TORQUE RETENTION MAY LEAD TO WHEEL LUGFAILURE WHICH MAY CAUSE WHEEL SEPARATION AND AN ACCIDENT.
- Remedy: INSPECT THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY PLANT CODE; REPLACE WHEELS KNOWN TO HAVE THE PROBLEM AND INSTALL NEW LUG NUTS.
Negative 1994 Dodge Grand caravan car reviews
Positive 1994 Dodge Grand caravan car reviews
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with my beloved 1994 Van. I've had it for over 6 years now, and it has been a great ride. I bought it with 108K miles from the first owner, and it now has 190K. The transmission was replaced under factory warranty at 90K, and I've been very meticulous with oil changes, transmission service, and tune-ups. Other than common wear and maintenance issues, this van has treated me very well. The 3.8L engine is quite rare for a 1994 model, and the transmission is a 4sp auto with a cooler, as the vehicle had a towing package option from the factory. The galvanized body was a big plus for me when I bought it. I plan to keep driving this van until I need to spend $1000 at one time. I've considered trading it in for another used vehicle, but I would probably only get 300-400 dollars, and that new used car could be a lemon. Thanks for listening!
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I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share my experience with a car I've had for a while. I bought a loaded 3.8L LE 2 years used and it has been a great car for my family. It has been driven a lot, first by my family and then as my daily driver for a few years. Recently, my teenage son has been driving it for 1.5 years. While it's sad to part with it, we're excited for my son to upgrade. This car has been a real workhorse and has been generally very reliable. It always started and ran smoothly and quietly, even to this day. We did have to rebuild the transmission at 70K miles, but it's still going strong at 225K miles. The AC did go out about a year ago, but otherwise, very little went wrong. I was surprised to see other reviews dinging this vehicle, as they were all submitted when the car was 10 years old! What do you expect? Most other 10-year-old cars are in the junkyard or some canal somewhere by now.
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We bought this van with 88,000 miles on it, and now, 7 years later, it has 219,000 miles. It's been our family car, so wherever I go, it goes too. We've never had to replace the engine or transmission, and my Dodge has been an incredibly reliable vehicle! I love the spaciousness of it, and it handles great! I've even hauled a few bales of hay and always get my feed for the horses in it. Honestly, I can't say anything bad about it. We've only had to replace the drive axles on both sides, and that's been the most we've had to do in terms of repairs. The transmission is giving us a few problems now, but we're keeping an eye on the fluid and not using overdrive, which isn't as good on mpg. We're starting to look for a different car, but I'm finding it hard to give up my Dodge because I love it so much!
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After 12 years and 158K miles, I can't help but feel grateful for my trusty vehicle. It has been a reliable companion, with only the second transmission needing replacement. I'm happy to report that there's no rust or squeaks, and the captain's chairs are still as comfortable as ever. Plus, we still get over 25 mpg on a trip! I couldn't have completed my basement renovation without it - it's been a real workhorse hauling all my supplies from Home Depot. It even still pulls a trailer with ease! While there was one odd incident this past winter when the rear tailgate window shattered after I closed the driver's door, overall it's been a great ride. The first transmission died at 69K miles, but the dealer covered it without question under the 7/70 warranty. The second transmission is doing just fine. The radio did go 4-5 years ago, but I replaced it with a CD player. I've never had to do any work on the power accessories. I plan to keep this vehicle until it finally gives up the ghost!
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This car's 3.8 L 6 cyl engine has been fantastic! It still drives like the day we left the dealership, even after 133K miles. I'm confident it will keep going for several more years.
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Sonny D'Amore 2024-10-05
We went with a used Grand Voyager because we didn't want to make a big payment. Our trade and a 3-year loan resulted in a payment of only $116. At that price, occasional repairs wouldn't be a big deal. The van has been very reliable, with the exception of a problem with the AC system (which we still plan to fix or trade up in the spring). The average mileage is about 16, which I wish were higher.
Bo Braun 2024-07-11
Despite some challenges during my ownership, I was able to keep the vehicle running for an impressive 11 years. While the build quality was not the best, it was still better than a 1971 Chev Nova that I once owned. Although the transmission had some issues, I was able to keep it functioning. The interior fit and finish could have been better, and the exterior finish was typical of the '90s American poor quality. However, I was able to keep the vehicle running by taking it to the garage for repairs. Overall, I am proud of my ability to keep the vehicle running for so long despite the challenges it presented.
Lincoln Runte 2024-06-08
We've had a great experience with this vehicle! We purchased it used with 75,000 miles and have since added 76,000 more. While we did encounter some issues with the electrical wiring, including a small fire in the door and a squirrel chewing through the harness, repairs have been relatively minor. We've been fortunate enough to avoid any major transmission issues (fingers crossed!). Admittedly, the transmission can be a bit finicky with 151,000 miles on it, but I've found that starting off gently from a stop helps alleviate the problem. According to my mechanic, the vehicle has a lot of weight to pull, so taking it easy from the start will serve you well.
Cleve Harris 2024-05-02
Hi there! I noticed that the back hatch release stopped working at 40,000 km, the steering rack and head gasket were replaced at 90,000 km, a new transmission was installed at 112,000 km, and the radio stopped working at 120,000 km. Additionally, the paint on the roof is peeling badly (you can rinse it off with a garden hose!). I wish Honda had sold minivans back in 1995! Let me know if there's anything I can do to help.
Stefan Prosacco 2024-04-29
Our 1994 Dodge Grand Caravan is a great vehicle that we can always rely on. Although the electrical gadgets on the van can be a bit finicky, our local mechanic is able to keep it in good shape with just a few repairs. We find it to be even better than our previous Nissan Quest, which was a bit of a headache. It's important to keep in mind that all vehicles require some amount of maintenance, so we find it amusing that some reviewers are surprised by this. Overall, we believe that this vehicle is a fantastic bargain for the level of service it provides.