Dodge Caravan Recalls & Complaints by Model Year
NHTSA lists 56 safety recalls and 10,526 owner complaints across 34 model years of the Dodge Caravan (1984–2017). The most-complained-about year is 1996.
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| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
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| 2017 Dodge Caravan | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 Dodge Caravan | 0 | 2 |
| 2015 Dodge Caravan | 0 | 23 |
| 2014 Dodge Caravan | 0 | 20 |
| 2013 Dodge Caravan | 0 | 30 |
| 2012 Dodge Caravan | 0 | 87 |
| 2011 Dodge Caravan | 0 | 78 |
| 2010 Dodge Caravan | 2 | 172 |
| 2009 Dodge Caravan | 2 | 118 |
| 2008 Dodge Caravan | 2 | 302 |
| 2007 Dodge Caravan | 0 | 81 |
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2 | 173 |
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 4 | 537 |
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 1 | 65 |
| 2003 Dodge Caravan | 3 | 195 |
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | 4 | 245 |
| 2001 Dodge Caravan | 3 | 257 |
| 2000 Dodge Caravan | 4 | 470 |
| 1999 Dodge Caravan | 5 | 555 |
| 1998 Dodge Caravan | 5 | 629 |
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 7 | 714 |
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 9 | 1,403 |
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 1 | 489 |
| 1994 Dodge Caravan | 3 | 644 |
| 1993 Dodge Caravan | 8 | 949 |
| 1992 Dodge Caravan | 9 | 913 |
| 1991 Dodge Caravan | 9 | 617 |
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 3 | 278 |
| 1989 Dodge Caravan | 2 | 191 |
| 1988 Dodge Caravan | 2 | 103 |
| 1987 Dodge Caravan | 0 | 69 |
| 1986 Dodge Caravan | 1 | 49 |
| 1985 Dodge Caravan | 3 | 49 |
| 1984 Dodge Caravan | 3 | 18 |
What Dodge Caravan owners complain about
Across all model years, owners have filed 10,526 complaints with NHTSA. The 1996 model year has the most, with 1,403.
All Dodge Caravan recalls (56)
Every NHTSA safety campaign that lists a Dodge Caravan, most recent first, with the model years each one covers.
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Switch (exterior lighting)
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain 2017 Dodge Caravan and Jeep Wrangler vehicles. The brake switches on these vehicles may malfunction, keeping the brake lights illuminated and/or allowing the vehicle to be shifted out of the PARK position without the brake pedal being pushed.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake switches, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2018. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this…
Model years: 2017
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Suspension: rear
The braun corporation is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 chrysler town & country and dodge caravan mobility conversions which were altered by braun between january 21, 2009 and march 19, 2010. During conversion, the chassis was raised and the floor was lowered to accommodate wheelchair accessibility features. In raising…
Remedy: Braun will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 4, 2010. Owners may contact braun toll-free at 1-800-488-0359.
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Filler pipe and cap (fuel system)
The braun corporation is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 chrysler town & country and dodge caravan commercial entervans which were altered by braun between january 21, 2009 and march 19, 2010. During conversion, the chassis was raised and the floor was lowered to accommodate wheelchair accessibility features. In raising…
Remedy: Braun will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on june 4, 2010. Owners may contact braun toll-free at 1-800-488-0359.
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Air bags: sensor/control module-inactive
Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2005-2006 dodge caravan, grand caravan and chrysler town & country vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, iowa, illinois, indiana, kansas, kentucky, massachusetts, maine, maryland, michigan, minnesota, missouri, nebraska, new hampshire, new…
Remedy: Chrysler will replace the front AIRBAG sensors with a new design. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety improvement campaign will begin during june 2010. Owners may contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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Air bags: sensor/control module-inactive
Certain minivans are being recalled that were originally sold in or currently registered in the 27 states plus the district of columbia that use greater amounts of salt for winter road deicing. The up-front (uf) air bag sensors that contain brass bushings installed in these vehicles may corrode and crack allowing water to enter the…
Remedy: For vehicles registered in the recall states, dealers will replace the original uf air bag sensors with ones with greater corrosion resistance. Vehicles registered in other states will obtain a lifetime free…
Model years: 2005
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Motor (visibility)
On certain vans and sport utility vehicles, the front windshield wiper motor armature shaft may break.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor free of charge. The recall began on june 19, 2006, to dodge durango owners. Minivan owners will be notified during july 2006. Owners may contact…
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Lock (latches/locks/linkages)
On certain minivans, the power liftgate (plg) latch may not engage the striker allowing the liftgate to open while driving.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the power liftgate control module free of charge. The recall began april 26, 2005. Owners may contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
Model years: 2003
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Radio/tape deck/cd etc. (equipment)
On certain MINI vans, condensation from the instrument panel air conditioning ducts may drop through vent holes in the top of the radio and result in a short circuit that subsequently sends direct current to the rear speakers.
Remedy: Dealers will add a special tape to the top of the radio to prevent the potential of water intrusion. The recall began on january 31, 2005. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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Air bags
On certain minivans, the driver's air bag may become disabled due to a failure of the clockspring, which is located in the hub of the steering wheel.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly on all covered vehicles with 70,000 miles or less. For those vehicles with more than 70,000 miles, daimlerchrysler will offer an extended lifetime warranty under which it…
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Hose, piping, and connections (steering)
On certain minivans equipped with 3.3 or 3.8l v-6 engine, the upper power steering cooler hose may split and cause a fluid leak.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the upper power steering cooler hose. This recall began on september 27, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at 1-800-853-1403.
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Retractor (seat belts)
After performing the ncap test, it was discovered that on certain minivans equipped without the available "stow 'n go" seating option, the right front seat belt retractor assembly may have been improperly assembled.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the retractor assemblies and any seat belt assembly that does not have the stake will be replaced. Owner notification began on february 23, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler at…
Model years: 2005
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Labels (equipment)
On certain minivans and 4x2 pickup trucks, the vehicle certification label may have gross axle weight ratings (gawr) that exceed the maximum tire load capacity as defined in federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."
Remedy: Owners will be provided with vehicle certification label overlays containing corrected information relative to vehicle gawr and tire size. Owner notification began march 1, 2004. Owners should contact daimlerchrysler…
Model years: 2000
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Structure
Certain pickup truck, van, and MINI van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by american technology components, inc. These units contain a courtesy light or lights that might overheat when the wire harness is exposed to excessive moisture and road salt.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these running boards. Owner notification began march 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free…
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Air bags: frontal
On certain MINI vans, the clockspring assembly may have been wound incorrectly during the vehicle assembly process.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the clockspring assembly on all vehicles with 70,000 miles or less. An extended lifetime warranty will also be placed on this component for all affected vehicles, regardless of mileage.…
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Seat belts: rear/other
On certain minivans, some trim material can loosen and drop into the rear outboard seat belt assembly, causing the seat belt to become inoperative.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the trim with foam blockers and inspect and replace all 3rd row seat belt assemblies. Owner notification began june 3, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon…
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Child seat
Vehicle description: certain MINI vans fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the owner manuals supplied with these vehicles do not indicate which seating positions are equipped with tether anchorages and child restraint anchorage systems as required by the standard.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with the necessary child restraint system information. Owner notification is expected to begin october 8, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free information within a reasonable time should…
Model years: 2002
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Suspension: lower arm
Vehicle description: minivans. The lower control arm pivot bolt could fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right lower control arm bolts and nuts. Owner notification began april 30, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not…
Model years: 2001
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Retractor (seat belts)
Vehicle description: certain van, wagon, pickup trucks, passenger and sport utility vehicles, fail to comply with requirements of FMVSS no. 209, "seat belt assemblies." the front seat belt retractor may not comply with the requirements of the standard.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the seat belt retractor. Owner notification began august 20, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a…
Model years: 1999
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Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
Vehicle description: MINI vans equipped with 2-spoke luxury wheels manufactured july 1992 through june 1993; or equipped with 4-spoke sport wheels manufactured from july 1992 through september 1993. The steering wheel armature stamping can crack and separate from the center hub attachment to the steering column.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering wheel for cracks and any wheels with cracks will be replaced. All other vehicles will have a reinforcement plate installed to prevent steering wheel separation in the event cracking…
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Fuel injection system (fuel system)
Vehicle description: MINI vans built with 3.3l and 3.8l engines have fuel rails with nitrole rubber o-ring seals that can degrade over time. Fuel leakage from the underhood fuel injection fuel rail could result, increasing the likelihood of a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install a seal on the vehicle fuel rails to prevent external leakage of fuel from the fuel rail crossover tube, should the existing o-rings continue to degrade. Owner notification began on january 25,…
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Hinge and attachments (structure)
Vehicle description: MINI vans. The bolts used to attach the strut to the body and the rear liftgate can accumulate fatigue damage if three factors combine. If the bolt is loose, the gas strut is over-pressurized, and the frequency of opening and closing cycles is higher than for the average customer, the bolt can fail.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for loose fasteners, if the fasteners are loose, the strut (and integral bolts) will be replaced. If the bolt shows evidence of torque, the bolt will be removed, larger washers will replace the…
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Fuel pump (fuel system)
Vehicle description: minivans. Fuel can leak from the fuel tank at the interface of the fuel pump module attachment.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module attaching nut with a nut that includes tighter design tolerances. The sealing o-ring will also be replaced.
Model years: 1996
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Linkages (visibility)
Vehicle description: minivans. The left hand windshield wiper pivot drive arm was not mechanically staked to the pivot shaft.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left hand side windshield wiper pivot assembly.
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Air bags
Vehicle description: MINI vans. The wiring that initiates the driver and/or passenger air bag could electrically short circuit to ground. A short circuit to ground that exists immediately after turning the ignition key to the "on" or "start" position can cause the air bag(s) to inadvertently deploy.
Remedy: Dealers will perform an electronic diagnostic check. Any short circuits identified in either the driver's or passenger side air bag initiator wire circuit will be repaired.
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Headlights (exterior lighting)
Vehicle description: MINI vans built for fleet sales only. The headlamp module does not identify the park lamp as "drl" as requirement of FMVSS 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Remedy: All fleet owners/operators will be mailed non-removable decals with the required "drl" letters.
Model years: 1999
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Child seat
Vehicle description: MINI vans equipped with integrated child seats. The shoulder harness restraint on the integrated child seat can become difficult to extract when the safety belt latch plate becomes contaminated.
Remedy: Dealers will clean the latch mechanism. An extender will be added to the emergency release anchor for the child seat safety belts so that the release clips are more visible and accessible to the operator in the event…
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Child seat
Vehicle description: passenger minivans equipped with integrated child seats. The shoulder harness restraint webbing was incorrectly routed around the metal reinforcement bar on these seats.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the routing of the shoulder belt webbing and any found incorrect will be properly routed.
Model years: 1998
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Bead (tires)
Vehicle description: passenger minivans equipped with p215/65r15 goodyear conquest tires mounted on steel wheel. The tires can experience a sudden air pressure loss without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the tires that were mounted on steel wheels.
Model years: 1997
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Buckle assembly (seat belts)
Vehicle description: passenger MINI-vans. Covers on the solid stalk mounted seat belt buckles can become dislodged causing the release button to stick inside the cover. The buckle would then be only partially latched.
Remedy: Dealers will install a cover retaining clip to the stalk mounted buckle cover to prevent dislocation of the buckle cover.
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Anchorage (seat belts)
Vehicle description: passenger MINI-vans. The center rear seat, right outboard side, safety belt anchor hook can become unattached from the body anchor position.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the anchor hook retaining clip with a revised profile clip and a cover plate.
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Support device/strut (structure)
The bolts used to attach the strut to the body and the rear liftgate can accumulate fatigue damage if three factors combine. If the bolt is loose, the gas strut is over-pressurized, and the frequency of opening and closing cycles is higher than for the average customer, the bolt can fail.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect for loose fasteners, if the fasteners are loose, the strut (and integral bolts) will be replaced. If the bolt shows evidence of torque, the bolt will be removed, larger washers will replace the…
Model years: 1992
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Rim (wheels)
The steel road wheels were damaged by the equipment used to match mount the wheel to the tire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all road wheels (and full size spare tires) with new wheels.
Model years: 1997
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Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
The steering wheel armature stamping can crack and separate from the center hub attachment to the steering column.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the steering wheel for armature cracks in the center hub attachment area. Any steering wheels showing cracks will be replaced. All other vehicles will have a reinforcement plate installed to…
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Master cylinder (service brakes)
The master cylinder rear seal, between the hydraulic fluid and the vacuum reservoir, may not seal adequately allowing hydraulic fluid to be drawn into the power assist vacuum reservoir.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder on all affected vehicles. Addendum (4-14-97): vehicles inspected per chrysler recall no. 707 and found to be outside the listed suspect master cylinder date code range,…
Model years: 1997
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Integrated child seat (seat belts)
The bolts which secure the integrated child seat modules to the seat frame can break.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the integrated child seat module bolts.
Model years: 1996
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Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (service brakes)
The ABS hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
Remedy: Dealers will test the vehicle's anti-lock brake system and repair the vehicles if necessary. Also the warranty on all ABS components will be extended to 10 years or 100,000 miles (except for the brake actuator piston…
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Filler pipe and cap (fuel system)
A static electric charge can build up on the ungrounded metal section of the fuel filler tube.
Remedy: Dealers will install a ground strap for the fuel filler tube.
Model years: 1996
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Gasoline (engine and engine cooling)
In certain vehicles, the engine cylinder head oil galley plug does not seal properly and engine cylinder head oil is not adequately retained.
Remedy: Dealers will install an expansion plug and retaining bracket over the cylinder head oil galley plug.
Model years: 1996
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
The fuel tank rollover valve can allow fuel to pass into the vapor canister resulting in the potential for fuel leakage.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank filler tube with a filler tube that has an additional rollover valve. The associated rollover valve vapor hoses will be rerouted.
Model years: 1996
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Seats
The bolts which secure the rear bench seats to the seat risers may be embrittled and fracture.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear bench seat to riser bolts.
Model years: 1996
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Lugs/nuts/bolts/studs (wheels)
The 15 inch wheels have malformed lug nut seat configuration which causes poor nut-to-wheel contact and centering of the wheel during installation.
Remedy: The road and spare wheels with the malformed lug nut seat configuration will be replaced.
Model years: 1993
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Fuel system, gasoline
Fuel tank flanges were not bent as required to allow the specified clearance for the fuel tank mounting straps and fuel lines at the tank.
Remedy: Repair the flange by bending to the correct angle; replace damaged fuel lines and mounting straps.
Model years: 1992
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
The anti-lock brake system high pressure pump may be porous which will result in brake fluid leakage.
Remedy: Replace the ABS high pressure pump and high pressure hose if the last six digits of the bar code label on the pump are between 052300 and 059262.
Model years: 1991
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Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
The zinc plating operation performed on the upper steering column shaft coupling bolt caused hydrogen embrittlement and breakage of the bolt.
Remedy: Replace the zinc plated bolt with a phosphate plated bolt.
Model years: 1992
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
The anti-lock brake system high pressure hose may leak or detach at its crimped end fitting resulting in the discharge of hydraulic fluid.
Remedy: Replace the ABS high pressure hose with a hose of different design and construction.
Model years: 1991
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Pedals and linkages (service brakes)
The brake pedal pad attachment to the pedal arm may not have adequate strength due to mislocation of welds, and could break.
Remedy: Replace inadequate brake pedals with properly manufactured pedals.
Model years: 1992
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Buckle assembly (seat belts)
Inboard front seat belt buckle assembly straps can suffer fatigue failure of the strap near its anchor position.
Remedy: Replace fatigued straps or retrofit straps with a reinforcement plate and removal of an antirotation tab to prevent fatigue failure.
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Flasher unit (exterior lighting)
Incorrect turn signal flasher inhibits indication of signal lamp outage.
Remedy: Replace turn signal flasher with proper flasher.
Model years: 1991
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Differential proportional valve (service brakes)
Incorrect screws may have been used in installing the load sensing brake proportioning valve to its bracket causing the clamping load to be less than intended.
Remedy: Replace proportioning valve to bracket screws with proper length screws.
Model years: 1990
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Engine (engine and engine cooling)
The engine valve cover gasket may dislocate and allow an engine oil leak at the gasket.
Remedy: Replace gasket cover with revised cover, and rtv sealant will be applied in place of a gasket.
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Tank assembly (fuel system)
Fuel tanks may be constructed of improper material.
Remedy: Replace suspect fuel tanks.
Model years: 1988
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Tank assembly (fuel system)
Fuel tanks may have been damaged during tank manufacture.
Remedy: Replace fuel tanks as necessary.
Model years: 1988
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Seats
First rear seats were installed with an incorrect left side seat riser which causes failure to comply with the seat and seat belt loading requirements of FMVSS 207, seating systems. Consequence of defect: if an accident occurred, the seats may become detached, causing serious injuries to its occupants.
Remedy: Replace incorrect seat risers.
Model years: 1986
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Exterior (visibility)
Vans equipped with the optional sunscreen rear glass which has less than 70 percent luminous transmittance and does not have a passenger side outside rearview mirror are not in compliance with FMVSS 111, rear view mirrors. Consequence of defect: the drivers of these vans do not have the minimum field of vision required by FMVSS 111.…
Remedy: Install passenger side outside rearview mirror.
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Differential proportional valve (service brakes)
Roadway stones may become lodged in the height sensing brake proportioning valve. This may cause the proportioning valve to fail. Consequence of defect: proportioning valve malfunction results in increased stopping distances during hard braking with a light load and may cause an accident.
Remedy: Clear proportioning valve of stones and install a protective cover to prevent stones from entering.
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Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (fuel system)
The metal fuel supply tube may crack at the fuel pump end due to vibration. The crack may result in fuel leakage. (the fuel supply tube connects the fuel pump to the fuel filter.)
Remedy: A fuel tube retaining clip assembly will be installed on all involved vehicles, free of charge. This will restrict tube vibration and prevent cracks.
Other Dodge models
- Durango13,770 complaints
- Grand Caravan13,508 complaints
- RAM 150012,416 complaints
- Dakota6,629 complaints
- RAM 25006,443 complaints
- Intrepid6,228 complaints
- Charger5,741 complaints
- Journey5,290 complaints
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint databases and EPA fuel economy data, October 2026. Complaint counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. Recall counts are safety campaigns that list this model year; whether a particular car was already repaired depends on its VIN. How this data is compiled.