1997 Dodge Grand Caravan Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 48about this part
- Share
- 8%of 583 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 99,750miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 48 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan, 8% of the 583 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 99,750 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I purchased my 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan from a private party in 2009, and shortly after the gauge cluster stopped functioning while I was driving. Check engine and ABS lights came on which on checking with my mechanic said my ABS system is non-functional as is all other instrument related readings. A short time later, the panel came back on and worked for awhile than shut off again. Someone said hit the panel face and the gauges should come back on. I did and it did. For awhile. …”
NHTSA complaint #10614903, filed 2014-07, 106,500 miles“While driving at low speeds, the van lunged forward. The actual cause was undetermined, but the dealer stated the engine's front cylinder malfunctioned. This condition was considered a defect per mechanic(s). This problem existed in this make/model for some time and had many complaints and repairs. There was no help given by the dealer.”
NHTSA complaint #10044294, filed 2003-11, 70,000 miles“My air bag light will not go off, I have no horn, and I have no cruise control... When I contacted Dodge dealer, they said it would cost approx. $100.00 to put on analysis, and see what the problem is... Then I read this article last night, stating 164 people have complained about the same problem... What do I need to do.. Will the dealer, fix this at no charge?”
NHTSA complaint #742793, filed 2001-03“Clockspring unit fails to provide power to airbag, horn and cruise control switches in steering wheel. This unit can fail in an accident and prevent airbag from being deployed. Dc has sold over 150,000 replacement clocksprings at over $250 a piece. This is an obvious manufactures defect. I was unable to blow my horn at another driver to get his attention. Luckily no accident occurred. However unit has to be replaced as I am with no horn, no cruise control controls, and an airbag malfunction light.”
NHTSA complaint #765604, filed 2002-08“Clock spring failed, disabling horn, airbag, and cruise control. When we brought it to the dealer, we were told that it is a common problem, but that since the vehicle was out of warranty we would have to pay $250 for the repair. Since then, two other friends with the same car have had their clock spring fail, and they have had to pay for the repair. Chrysler has issued a service bulletin (08-010-01) for the repair, but refuses to provide the repair at no, or a reduced, cost. As the horn and airbag were disabled, I feel that this should have been covered as a safety issue recall.”
NHTSA complaint #754015, filed 2001-11Vehicle speed control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4 | 2% |
| 2018 | 4 | 1% |
| 2017 | 5 | 1% |
| 2016 | 17 | 2% |
| 2015 | 12 | 4% |
| 2014 | 10 | 3% |
| 2013 | 14 | 3% |
| 2012 | 24 | 4% |
| 2011 | 15 | 3% |
| 2010 | 18 | 2% |
| 2009 | 10 | 2% |
| 2008 | 28 | 2% |
| 2007 | 6 | 3% |
| 2006 | 6 | 2% |
| 2005 | 17 | 2% |
| 2003 | 7 | 3% |
| 2002 | 9 | 3% |
| 2001 | 6 | 2% |
| 2000 | 8 | 2% |
| 1999 | 34 | 8% |
| 1998 | 27 | 5% |
| 1997 | 48 | 8% |
| 1996 | 124 | 11% |
| 1995 | 3 | 3% |
| 1994 | 1 | 1% |
| 1993 | 5 | 2% |
| 1992 | 1 | 0% |
| 1991 | 2 | 2% |
| 1990 | 1 | 2% |
Other parts of the 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
107 complaintsElectrical system
104 complaintsEngine cooling
102 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
81 complaintsBrakes
71 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
61 complaintsFuel system
38 complaintsSteering
35 complaintsExterior lighting
20 complaintsSuspension
20 complaintsBody and structure
18 complaintsOther or unknown
17 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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