1996 Plymouth Voyager Brakes Problems

“Dt: the contact stated there were several safety defects within vehicle. The service dealer attempted to repair the vehicle numerous times. There was a problem with the defrosting system, the air conditioning belt, heater core, and heater blower, they were all replaced. The replacement of these parts did not solve the defrosting problem. The steering column shook while driving at normal speeds. The dealer has not been able to diagnose the source of the steering vibration. There was a squeaking noise in the brakes. …”

“Catastrophic failure of the master hydraulic control module (ABS) leaving only 5% braking capability. No brake warning light, no defect code in computer. Occured while in driveway.”

“Dealer service department stated this is normal wear cleveland area due to salt. Rotor warpage, extreme vibration and sway bar bushings failure at such low mileage represents dangerous design flaw which is impractical to compensate for with constant replacing of poorly designed and manufactured parts. This is in a vehicle which is typically used to transport families and children. These defects cause actual loss of control problems on the road should be addressed urgently. ***dimsii ivoq posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis****742642”

“I am convinced the ABS failed and contributed to the collision that occurred. I know how to use the ABS and have practiced with it, so know how it feels when the system engages. This is the second time the ABS has not functioned - the first time nothing was found wrong! This time it is being checked again. There were no injuries but much car damage. No estimates yet.”

“5/21/96, my son and I were impacted at left front of our 1996 ply Voyager van by a 1987 chrysler. When I applied the brakes, they locked up, we slid slighthly to the right side -- the force from the impact was enough to shatter the transmission housing, the starter, damage the rack and pinion steering, and crumpled the front end in such a way that the passenger door could not be opened. The shoulder harnesses locked up, but neither air bag deployed. The car was alegedly looked at by chrysler engineers and it was determined that the sensor had not been hit ... …”