1996 Dodge Caravan Transmission and drivetrain Problems

“Transmission at 91,000 miles essentially exploded without warning. Chysler refused to help me I also had to call them back to be informed of the denial. I asked for the name and number of the zone manager and was told I could only get that from the dealer. Tom addis Dodge refuse to identify the zone manager or give me his number. …”

“Transmission locked up and went out on my Dodge Caravan. We will need to have the transmission replaced in order to continue to drive this vehicle. Luckily we were able to pull over for safety on a major highway. We always pay attention to the upkeep of our vehicles and service them regularly.”

“As a precaution to other drivers.my 1996 Dodge Caravan 125000 miles,upon leaving a parking lot after a highway speed and city speed trip the vehicle would not move forward.a police officer waved me to stop.upon inspection of the passenger front tire we found the outer tie rod joint broke seperating at the ball socket causing the wheel to not move with the steering.by the grace of god it did not happen on the way with my family aboard.we were able the change the tie outer tie rod so we could return home.the other driver side outer tie rod was replaced the next day as a precaution.is there a…”

“Vehicle leaked transmission fluid. The vehicle was taken to a service station where it was determined that the transmission case was breached by a drive pin which was coming loose from the assembly. The consumer contacted the manufacturer but since the vehicle was no longer under warranty they refused any assistance.”

“While driving between 25-35 MPH vehicle stopped accelerating. Transmission fluid leaked out. This was due to the differential shaft not being properly bolted at the factory. As a result, it blew a hole in the housing. The transmission case was breached by a drive pin that had come loose from the assembly.”