1991 Dodge Caravan Steering Problems

“The tensioner and pulley to the power steering failed and so we replaced it already but would like you to know for other consumers. We have a question regarding the paint job. We know it is not a safety issue but my friends who have older cars don't have their paint coming off on their roof or hood. We can see other minivans around town with the same model and blue color paint peeling off also. And we are the only cars which have this problem. Please contact us regarding this problem. Our door hinge is bad also but we think it has already been recalled.”

“1991 Dodge Caravan. Consumer writes in regards to anti lock brake system recall and seeks reimbursement for repairs. The consumer stated he paid for the repairs on april 20, 2006 and was charged $376.73, even though a recall had been issued. The consumer experienced ABS problems again in december 2013. The consumer stated the recall letter stated if the problem occurred again, chrysler would cover any repairs. The dealer informed the consumer, he had to pay $112 for a diagnostic test, to see if the problem would be covered, under the recall. …”

“Dt: the contact owns a 1991 Dodge Caravan. The contact received NHTSA recall campaign 96v229000. However, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN. While her husband was driving the steering wheel came off. Fortunately, it did not result in an accident. This happened on august 13, 2005. The contact was uncertain of exactly why the steering wheel detached. But it did cause the contact to lose control of the vehicle.”

“Bolt that holds tensioner broke, causing it to separate from vehicle, and resulting in loss of power steering and vehicle to overheat. Owner replaced the part three times. Consumer states that website shows this failure happening frequently.”

“Nhtsa recall 96v229000/manufacturer's recall 709 repairs were done several years ago. Recently, consumer has been experiencing the same problem that has been remedied. Consumer was attempting to make a turn when steering wheel locked up. …”