1992 Dodge Caravan Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 72about this part
- Share
- 8%of 913 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 130,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 72 complaints about the visibility of the 1992 Dodge Caravan, 8% of the 913 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 130,000 miles. 2 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Consumer states that the pivot arm had to be replaced one year ago unde recall 99 v 189 000. Consumer states that windshield wiper was stuck in the up position with the motor running.”
NHTSA complaint #10029569, filed 2003-07, 130,000 miles“First, windshield wiper fluid would not spray. Then, after about 3 months later windshield wipers stopped working. Automatic locks lock everything but the side door, this has to be manually locked, master key would unlock driver and passenger doors, but not side and rear doors.”
NHTSA complaint #884445, filed 2001-03“While driving in the rain rear windshield wipers failed. Checked the fuses and they kept blowing out. Removed the back door cover,and it was full of oil from the windshield wiper gasket that had fallen off. Contacted dealer. Dealer said vehicle was out of warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #861000, filed 2000-04“Windshield wipers left arm malfunctioned, causing visual difficulty which may result in a crash. There is recall 99v189000 for same make/model. But this vehicle is not included in the recall due to VIN. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #857208, filed 2000-02“Consumer contacted dealer in reference to recall 99v189000 manufacturer's 836 concerning windshield wipers. Dealer stated consumer's appointment was not until june. Consumer noted that windshield wipers did not work.”
NHTSA complaint #862291, filed 2000-05Related recalls
- 99V189000Jul 16, 1999Vehicle description: minivans. The left hand windshield wiper pivot drive arm was not mechanically staked to the pivot shaft.Covers: Dodge Caravan 1991–1993, Plymouth Voyager 1991–1993, Chrysler Town And Country 1991–1993 +2 more
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 1 | 4% |
| 2014 | 1 | 5% |
| 2013 | 1 | 3% |
| 2012 | 2 | 2% |
| 2011 | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 | 5 | 3% |
| 2009 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 17 | 6% |
| 2007 | 3 | 4% |
| 2006 | 13 | 8% |
| 2005 | 16 | 3% |
| 2004 | 3 | 5% |
| 2003 | 7 | 4% |
| 2002 | 8 | 3% |
| 2001 | 20 | 8% |
| 2000 | 15 | 3% |
| 1999 | 14 | 3% |
| 1998 | 18 | 3% |
| 1997 | 56 | 8% |
| 1996 | 121 | 9% |
| 1995 | 37 | 8% |
| 1994 | 44 | 7% |
| 1993 | 52 | 5% |
| 1992 | 72 | 8% |
| 1991 | 23 | 4% |
| 1990 | 8 | 3% |
| 1989 | 6 | 3% |
| 1988 | 4 | 4% |
| 1987 | 1 | 1% |
| 1986 | 1 | 2% |
| 1985 | 3 | 6% |
| 1984 | 2 | 11% |
Other parts of the 1992 Dodge Caravan
271 complaintsSeat belts
175 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
110 complaintsBody and structure
81 complaintsSteering
68 complaintsEngine cooling
62 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
36 complaintsElectrical system
35 complaintsAir bags
30 complaintsSeats
20 complaintsFuel system
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
16 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1992 Dodge Caravan
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology