1988 DODGE CARAVAN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

135

Owner Complaints

5 Crashes 6 Fires

5

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

0

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 1988 DODGE CARAVAN

The 1988 DODGE CARAVAN has received a total of 135 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SUSPENSION, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK. The most commonly reported problems involve the Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock (21 complaints), Engine And Engine Coolingengine (6 complaints), and Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline (6 complaints).

Recalls for the 1988 DODGE CARAVAN

NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 1988 DODGE CARAVAN, potentially affecting up to 1,684,956 vehicles.

Recall 08E033000 — SUSPENSION

| 6,903 vehicles affected

Defect: FEDERAL MOGUL IS RECALLING 6,903 AFTERMARKET BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES SHIPPED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 9, 2007 AND MARCH 26, 2008, WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS. THE PART NUMBERS PACKAGED WITH INCORRECT NUTS ARE: K7147, K7329, K8683, AND 104353. THESE PARTS WERE MADE FOR USE ON THE VARIOUS VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE.

Consequence: THE NUTS INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGING FOR THESE BALL JOINT ASSEMBLIES ARE MISSING THE INTENDED PREVAILING TORQUE (SELF-LOCKING) FEATURE. IF THE INCORRECT NUT WAS TO BECOME LOOSE, THE JOINING MEMBERS MAY LOOSEN LEADING TO A SEPARATION OF THE BALL JOINT. THIS MAY RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: FEDERAL MOGUL WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE PARTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 22, 2008. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FEDERAL MOGUL AT 877-489-6659.

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Recall 95I001008 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH

| 1,262,000 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PASSENGER MINIVANS WITH REMOTE RELEASE. THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL. THERE HAS BEEN NO DETERMINATION THAT A SAFETY DEFECT EXISTS WITH THE MINIVAN LATCHES. CHRYSLER IS CONDUCTING A SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH ASSEMBLY OF THE AFFECTED MINIVANS. IN A COLLISION, THE REAR LIFTGATE LATCH ASSEMBLY COULD OPEN.

Consequence: IF THE LIFTGATE LATCH OPENS, OCCUPANTS CAN BE EJECTED RESULTING IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy: CHRYSLER DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH WITH A NEW STRONGER LATCH ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE. CHRYSLER BEGAN NOTIFYING OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES DURING JULY 1996.

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Recall 95I001004 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK

| 411,678 vehicles affected

Defect: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PASSENGER MINIVANS WITHOUT REMOTE RELEASE. THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL. THERE HAS BEEN NO DETERMINATION THAT A SAFETY DEFECT EXISTS WITH THE MINIVAN LATCHES. CHRYSLER IS CONDUCTING A SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH ASSEMBLY OF THE AFFECTED MINIVANS. IN A COLLISION, THE REAR LIFTGATE LATCH ASSEMBLY COULD OPEN.

Consequence: IF THE LIFTGATE LATCH OPENS, OCCUPANTS CAN BE EJECTED RESULTING IN SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy: CHRYSLER DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH WITH A NEW STRONGER LATCH ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE. CHRYSLER BEGAN NOTIFYING OWNERS DURING NOVEMBER 1995.

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Recall 88V107000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

| 4,000 vehicles affected

Defect: FUEL TANKS MAY BE CONSTRUCTED OF IMPROPER MATERIAL.

Consequence: FUEL COULD LEAK AT THE TANK SEAM WHICH, IN PRESENCE OFAN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Remedy: REPLACE SUSPECT FUEL TANKS.

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Recall 88V010000 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

| 375 vehicles affected

Defect: FUEL TANKS MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED DURING TANK MANUFACTURE.

Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE WITH THE POTENTIAL FORA FIRE.

Remedy: REPLACE FUEL TANKS AS NECESSARY.

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Owner Complaints for the 1988 DODGE CARAVAN

135 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1988 DODGE CARAVAN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock
Complaints: 21
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 6
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 6 2 Fires
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 6
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 5
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgate
Complaints: 5 1 Crash 1 Injury
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatesupport Devicestrut
Complaints: 5 1 Injury
Equipmentmechanicalcarrierrack
Complaints: 4
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 4
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 4
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 3
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 2
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 2
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 2
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 2
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatehinge And Attachments
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 2
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
Complaints: 2
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytailgate
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontspringstorsion Bar
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 1
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 1
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 1
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesinterior
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 1
Wheels
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#10080198 | STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS | | 122,000 miles
WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED CONSUMER NOTICED THAT FLUID WAS LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. IT WAS TAKEN TO A GARAGE FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC DETERMINED THAT THE MOTOR MOUNT BROKE. THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE MOTOR MOUNT BUT A YEAR LATER THE PROBLEM RECURRED BUT THIS TIME WHEN THE MOTOR MOUNT BROKE IT ALSO DAMAGED THE OIL PAN. *AK *NM
#786261 | TIRES:TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE | | N/A miles
SAFETY CONCERN OF CABLES FOR SPARE TIRES.*AK *JB
#8017908 | VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR | | N/A miles
CAR WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY APPROXIMATELY 82 DEGREES, WITH ALL WINDOWS ROLLED DOWN, CARGO DOOR SIDE WINDOW SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING.*AK.*JB
#896087 | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS | | N/A miles
FRONT DOORS ARE SEPARATING FROM HINGES. THIS IS CAUSING DOORS TO BE OUT OF ALIGNMENT. DOORS WILL EITHER LOCK OR UNLOCK UPON BEING CLOSED. OWNER KNEW OF PROBLEM PRIOR TO PURCHASING. MECHANIC INDICATED VEHICLE NOT SAFE TO DRIVE.*AK
NO SUMMARY LISTED FOR ABOVE VEHICLE. *AK

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Safety Rating for the 1988 DODGE CARAVAN

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1988 DODGE CARAVAN in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1988 DODGE CARAVAN

No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.

NHTSA Investigations for the 1988 DODGE CARAVAN

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 1988 DODGE CARAVAN.

Investigation PE90030 — EQUIPMENT Closed

Opened:

SPARE TIRE CARRIER FAILURE

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