1994 DODGE CARAVAN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

836

Owner Complaints

116 Crashes 7 Fires 5 Deaths

5

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

2

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 1994 DODGE CARAVAN

The 1994 DODGE CARAVAN has received a total of 836 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 5 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR, STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS, AIR BAGS. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Trainautomatic Transmission (96 complaints), Air Bagsfrontal (66 complaints), and Air Bags (36 complaints).

Recalls for the 1994 DODGE CARAVAN

NHTSA has recorded 5 recalls for the 1994 DODGE CARAVAN, potentially affecting up to 4,142,622 vehicles.

Recall 00V305000 — STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

| 679,000 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: IF THE STEERING WHEEL SEPARATES FROM THE CENTER HUB ATTACHMENT TO THE STEERING COLUMN, LOSS OF CONTROL CAN OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ACCIDENT.

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 OCCURS.

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Recall 99V213000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

| 1,318,189 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: PERSONAL INJURY COULD OCCUR IF THE BOLTS BREAK ALLOWING THE LIFTGATE TO FALL SUDDENLY.

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 EXISTING WASHER AND THE...

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Recall 99V113000 — AIR BAGS

| 736,824 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: INADVERTENT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT CAN INJURE A FRONT SEAT OCCUPANT.

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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Recall 95I001005 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK

| 1,342,202 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 WILL REPLACE THE LIFTGATE LATCH WITH A NEW STRONGER LATCH ASSEMBLY WITHOUT CHARGE. CHRYSLER BEGAN NOTIFYING OWNERS DURING DECEMBER 1995.

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Recall 95I001001 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK

| 66,407 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 OF THESE VEHICLES BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 1995.

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Owner Complaints for the 1994 DODGE CARAVAN

836 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1994 DODGE CARAVAN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 96 4 Crashes 1 Fire 1 Injury
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 66 52 Crashes 88 Injuries 4 Deaths
Air Bags
Complaints: 36 8 Crashes 10 Injuries 1 Death
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 36 8 Crashes 7 Injuries
Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock
Complaints: 34 5 Crashes 5 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 33 1 Fire
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 29 1 Fire
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 25 3 Injuries
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 24 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 14
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 14
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgate
Complaints: 14 5 Crashes 2 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 13
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 13 5 Crashes 9 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 13 2 Crashes
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 13 1 Injury
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatehinge And Attachments
Complaints: 13 1 Injury
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 12 1 Crash
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 11 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 11
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 10
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 9
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 8
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 8
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 8
Child Seat
Complaints: 7 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan
Complaints: 7
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 7
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 7
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 7 2 Crashes 3 Injuries
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 7 1 Crash 1 Injury
Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch
Complaints: 6
Seat Belts
Complaints: 6 2 Crashes 4 Injuries
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 6 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seats
Complaints: 6 2 Crashes 2 Injuries
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 6
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 6
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 5
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
Complaints: 5
Structurebody
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Electrical System
Complaints: 4 1 Injury
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 4
Latcheslockslinkagestailgatelatch
Complaints: 4
Parking Brakeconventional
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 4
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 4
Steering
Complaints: 4 1 Crash
Structurebodytailgate
Complaints: 4
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 4
Tires
Complaints: 4
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 4
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 3 1 Fire
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 3
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 3
Seat Beltsintegrated Child Seat
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 3
Structurebodytailgatehinge And Attachments
Complaints: 3 1 Crash
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 3
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 2
Equipment
Complaints: 2
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingheadlightsconcealment Devices
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 2
Parking Brake
Complaints: 2 1 Injury
Power Train
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 2
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionlever And Linkagecolumn Shift
Complaints: 2
Seat Beltsfrontwebbing
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes 4 Injuries
Service Brakes Airantilock
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 2
Suspension
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Suspensionfrontmacpherson Strut
Complaints: 2
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 5 Injuries
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemwindshieldelectrical Heating Element
Complaints: 2
Wheelslugsnutsboltsstuds
Complaints: 2
Child Seatharness Retainerchest Clip
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemstarter Assembly
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 1
Engine
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 1
Equipment Adaptivemobility
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectrical
Complaints: 1
Equipmentmechanicalcarrierrack
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingback Up Lights
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinecarburetor System
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemfuel Rail
Complaints: 1 1 Fire 1 Injury
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaft
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrumwheel Cylinders
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 1
Steeringcolumn Lockinganti Theft Device
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkages
Complaints: 1
Steeringlinkagesknucklespindlearm
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 1
Steeringrack And Pinionrack
Complaints: 1
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatesupport Devicestrut
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytrunk Lid
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Suspensionfrontcontrol Arm
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontwheel Bearing
Complaints: 1
Suspensionmultiple Axle
Complaints: 1
Suspensionrearspringsleaf Spring Assembly
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcables
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 1
Visibility
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 1
Wheels
Complaints: 1
Wheelshubcapcover
Complaints: 1
Wheelsmulti Piece
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11129570 | AIR BAGS | | 140,000 miles
MY AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON BECAUSE THE REAR WIPER SHORTED OUT AND BLEW THE FUSE, AND THE AIR BAGS ARE ON THE SAME FUSE.
#11129570 | VISIBILITY/WIPER | | 140,000 miles
MY AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON BECAUSE THE REAR WIPER SHORTED OUT AND BLEW THE FUSE, AND THE AIR BAGS ARE ON THE SAME FUSE.
#10692369 | ENGINE | | 95,356 miles
DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE VEHICLE JUST QUIT. WAS ABLE TO COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. ATTEMPT TO RESTART FAILED.4 TIMES. LET VEHICLE SIT FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES AND NORMAL RESTART. THIS IS THIRD TIME IN THREE WEEKS. OTHER TWO NO STARTS WERE AFTER VEHICLE SITTING OVERNIGHT. NO ERROR CODES OR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. FIRST NO START REPLACED AIR FILTER. SECOND NO START REPLACED BATTERY. INFO PROVIDED BECAUSE OF 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN ISSUE AN POTENTIAL FOR IT TO EXIST IN EARLY VEHICLES. I DO NOT BELIEVE IT IS THE IGNITION SWITCH. *TR
#10637824 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | 119,444 miles Crash
AS I SLOWLY WAS TURNING THE CAR TO PARK IN A PARKING LOT IN VIENNA VA SHOPPING CENTER, THE VAN SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND STOPPED WHEN IT CRASHED INTO HANDICAP PARKING POLE MARKER ( NO DAMAGE). DAMAGE TO MY VAN WHICH IS VISABLE APPEARS TO BE THE FRONT OF THE HOOD OF THE CAR AND A DAMAGED BUT FUNCTIONING RADIATOR AS BEST I CAN SEE. NOTE: THE AIR BAGS WERE NOT ACTIVEATED, AND WONDERED WHY THEY DIDN'T.( IS THIS ANOTHER PROBLEM ?) *TR
#10637824 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | 119,444 miles Crash
AS I SLOWLY WAS TURNING THE CAR TO PARK IN A PARKING LOT IN VIENNA VA SHOPPING CENTER, THE VAN SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND STOPPED WHEN IT CRASHED INTO HANDICAP PARKING POLE MARKER ( NO DAMAGE). DAMAGE TO MY VAN WHICH IS VISABLE APPEARS TO BE THE FRONT OF THE HOOD OF THE CAR AND A DAMAGED BUT FUNCTIONING RADIATOR AS BEST I CAN SEE. NOTE: THE AIR BAGS WERE NOT ACTIVEATED, AND WONDERED WHY THEY DIDN'T.( IS THIS ANOTHER PROBLEM ?) *TR

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Safety Rating for the 1994 DODGE CARAVAN

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1994 DODGE CARAVAN in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1994 DODGE CARAVAN

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1994 DODGE CARAVAN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

220399 — TIRES

SUBJECT PERTAINING TO SMOOTH ROAD HIGH-SPEED VIBRATION OR SHAKE CONDITION. *TT

CH240895 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

UNKNOWN

NHTSA Investigations for the 1994 DODGE CARAVAN

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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