1996 Dodge Caravan Air bags Problems

“The horn on my 1996 Caravan has stopped working; the air-bag warning light stays on all the time; the cruise control system is starting to fail. I saw the report that there have been complaints on newer models. I think the range of model years needs to be broadened. I have also seen reports of other 1996/1997 models with the same problems on internet auto repair web sites.”

“I submitted a request for reimbursement for the clock spring repair (safety recall) in my then 1996 Dodge Caravan on january 28, 2003. I have not heard from daimler chrysler since. I have telephoned and sent them a second letter requesting reimbursement but again have not heard from them. I am disappointed and frustrated that they take this position. What can I do to get their attention.”

“We received a recall notice on the clockspring mechanism of our Dodge Caravan which affects the airbag, but when I took it back to the dealership we bought it at Dodge city in hermitage, pa, they refused to fix it unless we also paid for other repairs.”

“Clock spring failure causes the air bag and horn to not work. I had to replace the clock spring and then my air bag and horn works. These 2 items are safety features that need to be addressed. **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**768035”

“In 2003, the air bag indicator light came on, in my 1996 Dodge Caravan, and the horn stopped working, which both have created an un-safe operating vehicle. I called the dealer and they indicated the recall for the clock spring, but are refusing to repair the problems as my vehicle was over 70,000 miles. Now 2004 and the problem still exists and now the vehicle has about 95,000 miles on it. This serious safety and potentially fatal problem needs to be corrected immediately and should not cost the consumer any money whatsoever.”