1990 Dodge Caravan Electrical system Problems

“Driving in a heavy rain storm pulled over and stopped saw what looked like steam coming from the motor. It was daylight out did not notice that headlights didn't work just the running lights till a few hours later. After having heater on headlights will come on but smell what seems like wires burning and the speaker on the front passenger side makes a cackling noise. Otherwise you have to hold the highbeam switch to have headlights on.”

“On two occasions consumer noticed smoke coming from the steering column. Vehicle was inspected by independent repair shop and was informed that a pinched wire might have caused the short that resulted in a fire. Consumer believed this problem should be corrected by manufacturer at no cost to consumer. Can NHTSA help in this matter.”

“Vehicle was in the parking lot and consumer inserted key inside of vehicle, and key started vehicle first time. Next time ignition switch had play. She contacted dealership because key couldn't come out of ignition switch.”

“Electrical system shorts out continually when temperatures reach below thirty degrees causing fuses to blow, replacement of components have not rectified electrical shorts.”

“While driving, notice smoke coming through vent, then suddenly flames came from vent, fire dept. Suspect front electrical sys. Wiring harness as culprit. Tt”