1995 DODGE CARAVAN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

656

Owner Complaints

74 Crashes 7 Fires

4

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

2

Service Bulletins

1

Investigation

Overview of the 1995 DODGE CARAVAN

The 1995 DODGE CARAVAN has received a total of 656 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 4 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with AIR BAGS, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK. 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 (78 complaints), Air Bags (37 complaints), and Air Bagsfrontal (35 complaints).

Recalls for the 1995 DODGE CARAVAN

NHTSA has recorded 4 recalls for the 1995 DODGE CARAVAN, potentially affecting up to 2,191,303 vehicles.

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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Recall 03E045000 — EQUIPMENT

| 45,870 vehicles affected

Defect: AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 17, 2002, AND JANUARY 20, 2003, SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES LISTED ABOVE. THE FILTER MAY EXPERIENCE MALFUNCTION OF THE QUICK CONNECTOR EITHER BLOCKING FUEL FLOW TO THE ENGINE OR CAUSING A FUEL LEAK. THIS DOES NOT INVOLVE ANY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY THE DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP. NOR ANY DAILMERCHRYSLER DEALERS.

Consequence: IF THIS CONDITION OCCURRED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, THE ENGINE COULD STALL. ALSO, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, THE FUEL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

Remedy: AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS FOR 1995-2000 SHORT WHEELBASE CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, PLYMOUTH VOYAGER AND DODGE CARAVAN MINIVANS PART NO. 18232 AND DATE CODE 0237, 0249, OR 0252. REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS FOR 1995-2000 LONG WHEELBASE CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, PLYMOUTH...

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Owner Complaints for the 1995 DODGE CARAVAN

656 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 1995 DODGE CARAVAN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 78 4 Crashes
Air Bags
Complaints: 37 7 Crashes 1 Fire 10 Injuries
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 35 32 Crashes 1 Fire 29 Injuries
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 35 2 Fires
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 26 3 Crashes 3 Injuries
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 21
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 19
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 15
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 13 1 Injury
Seats
Complaints: 12 5 Crashes 4 Injuries
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 12 1 Injury
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 11
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 11 2 Crashes
Electrical Systemignition
Complaints: 10
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 10
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assembly
Complaints: 9
Latcheslockslinkageshatchbackliftgatelock
Complaints: 9 3 Crashes 2 Injuries
Seatsfront Assemblyrecliner
Complaints: 9 5 Crashes 7 Injuries
Visibilityglass Siderear
Complaints: 9
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 9
Seat Beltsfrontanchorage
Complaints: 8 1 Crash
Steeringhydraulic Power Assist System
Complaints: 8
Electrical System
Complaints: 7
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasolinebelts And Associated Pulleys
Complaints: 7
Structurebody
Complaints: 7
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assistvacuumhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 6
Steeringlinkagestie Rod Assembly
Complaints: 6
Tires
Complaints: 6
Electrical Systemwiringinteriorunder Dash
Complaints: 5
Parking Brakeconventional
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 5 1 Crash 2 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 5
Steering
Complaints: 5 3 Crashes 3 Injuries
Steeringhydraulic Power Assistpump
Complaints: 5
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 5
Electrical Systemhorn
Complaints: 4
Electrical Systemignitionmodule
Complaints: 4
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Controlgas Recirculation Valve Egr Valve
Complaints: 4
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 4
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 4
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 4
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 4
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 4
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 4
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemwiringfuses And Circuit Breakers
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 3
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 3
Fuel System Gasolinedelivery
Complaints: 3
Latcheslockslinkagestailgatelatch
Complaints: 3
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiontorque Converter
Complaints: 3
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
Complaints: 3
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 3
Seat Beltsfrontbuckle Assembly
Complaints: 3
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 3
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdrum
Complaints: 3
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgate
Complaints: 3
Structurebodytrunk Lid
Complaints: 3
Suspensionrearshock Absorber
Complaints: 3
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 3
Visibilitywindshield
Complaints: 3
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasher
Complaints: 3
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 2
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemfan
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightinghazard Flashing Warning Lights
Complaints: 2
Exterior Lightingheadlights
Complaints: 2
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection System
Complaints: 2
Latcheslockslinkageshoodlatch
Complaints: 2
Parking Brake
Complaints: 2 1 Crash
Power Trainautomatic Transmissionparkneutral Start Interlock Switch
Complaints: 2
Seat Belts
Complaints: 2 2 Crashes 3 Injuries
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 2
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatehinge And Attachments
Complaints: 2
Structureframe And Members
Complaints: 2
Suspension
Complaints: 2
Suspensionfronthub
Complaints: 2
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 2
Vehicle Speed Controlaccelerator Pedal
Complaints: 2 1 Crash 1 Injury
Visibilitywindshield Wiperwasherlinkages
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 1
Child Seat
Complaints: 1
Electrical System12v24v48v Battery
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemalternatorgeneratorregulator
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systemwiringfront Underhood
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling Systemradiator Assembly
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginediesel
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 1
Equipmentmechanicalcarrierrack
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingfog Lights
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlightshighlow Beam Dimmer Switch
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lightingheadlightsswitch
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinefuel Injection Systemfuel Rail
Complaints: 1 1 Fire
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 1
Parking Brakeconventionalmechanical
Complaints: 1
Power Train
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncontrol Module Tcmpcmtecm
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissioncooling Unit And Lines
Complaints: 1
Power Trainautomatic Transmissiongear Position Indication Prndl
Complaints: 1 1 Crash
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelineuniversal Joint
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontwarning Lightdevices
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblyhead Restraint
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipabs Warning Light
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slipcontrol Unitmodule
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentshoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsmaster Cylinder
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpower Assist
Complaints: 1
Steering Steering Wheelhandle Bar
Complaints: 1
Steeringgear Box Other Than Rack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Structure
Complaints: 1
Structurebodyhatchbackliftgatesupport Devicestrut
Complaints: 1
Structurebodytailgate
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontshock Absorber
Complaints: 1
Suspensionfrontstabilizer Bar
Complaints: 1
Tirestemporaryemergency Spare Tire
Complaints: 1
Vehicle Speed Controlcruise Control
Complaints: 1
Visibility
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac Systemheater Core
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrear Window Wiperwashermotor
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevices
Complaints: 1
Visibilityrearview Mirrorsdevicesexterior
Complaints: 1
Wheels
Complaints: 1
Wheelshub
Complaints: 1
Wheelsrim
Complaints: 1 1 Crash

Most Recent Complaints

#10978515 | STRUCTURE:BODY | | 110,000 miles
FRONT DOOR HINGE MOUNT SHEET METAL TEARS OR CRACKS. DOOR LATCHES FAIL DO TO SAGGING DOORS. SHEET METAL HAS CRACKED GOING BACK INTO THE FIRE WALL BULKHEAD. DOORS CAN FLY OPEN ON OUTSIDE TURNS WITH OUT WARNING, POTENTIALLY DISLODGING PASSENGETS.
#10684158 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
IM DRIVING ALONG AND MY GAUGES START GOING ON AND OFF AND FLICKERING .THEN AFTER AWHILE THEY COME BACK ON THEN START BACK UP GOING OFF AND ON. *TR
#10406389 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 48,000 miles
INTERMITTENT ELECTRIC DOOR LOCK FAILURE. HAD THE MAIN CONTROL PANEL ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR REPLACED SHORTLY AFTER DISCOVERING THE PROBLEM AT A COST OF ABOUT $175 PART AND LABOR--CHANGED NOTHING. RESEARCHED ON LINE AND FOUND THAT REMOVING NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE FROM THE NEGATIVE POST FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES TEMPORARILY FIXES THE DOOR LOCKS FOR ABOUT 2-3 WEEKS. I AM NOT PUTTING OUT $150-$250 TO HAVE THE BCM RE-FLASHED. THIS IS DODGE'S PROBLEM--PLEASE RECALL.
#10297165 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | | 185,354 miles
BAD FUEL LEAK FROM FUEL RAIL. HUGE POTENTIAL FOR FIRE. *TR
#10285728 | AIR BAGS | | 48,000 miles
BOUGHT A NEW 1995 DODGE CARAVAN IN MAY OF SAME YEAR. SHORT TIME LATER A LETTER NOTIFYING US OF REAR LATCH DOOR COMING OPEN AT IMPACT----TOOK CARE OF IT. ABOUT 3 YEARS AFTER THAT A 20 AMP FUSE IN POSITION #20 KEPT BLOWING, AIR BAG LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND REAR WINDOW WIPER WOULD GO OUT. A SHORT TIME AGO WHILE LOOKING UP PARTS FOR ANOTHER VEHICLE AT ADVANCE AUTO PARTS,JUST FOR CURIOSITY LOOKED UP RECALLS FOR THE 95 CARAVAN AND FOUND OUT ABOUT THE SHORT TO GROUND THAT EXISTS IN THE AIRBAG CIRCUIT. I NEVER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FROM DODGE. YESTERDAY THE 28TH OF SEPT 2009 WENT TO DODGE AND THEY CONFIRMED THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLES BUT THEY WANT TO CHARGE ME FOR THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST IF IT WAS SOMETHING ELSE. THE DIAGNOSTIC RUNS LIKE $110. NOW I'M UNEMPLOYED AND MY WIFE IS PICKING UP OUR GRANDBOY FROM SCHOOL WITH THIS SAFETY ITEM NOT WORKING PROPERLY I'M WORRIED SICK. I FEEL THAT CHRYSLER SHOULD TAKE CARE OF THIS PROBLEM AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE,BECAUSE THERE IS DEFINITELY A SHORT IN THE CIRCUIT. MY NAME IS ENRIQUE GONZALEZ WOULD LIKE TO GET AN OPINION FROM YOU AS TO WHAT CAN BE DONE TO AVOID A POSSIBLE ACCIDENT. THANK YOU *TR

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Safety Rating for the 1995 DODGE CARAVAN

NHTSA has not yet tested the 1995 DODGE CARAVAN in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 1995 DODGE CARAVAN

Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 1995 DODGE CARAVAN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

070698 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

SOME SUBJECT VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A LOOSENING OR LOSS OF THE NUT RETAINING THE ENGINE COOLING MODULE FAN CAUSING A VIBRATION INITIALLY. IF NOT ADDRESSED IMMEDIATELY, FAN BLADE WILL NOT TURN AND ENGINE COULD OVERHEAT. *AK

087594 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY

INTERMITTENT GRINDING NOISE FROM STARTER. *TW

NHTSA Investigations for the 1995 DODGE CARAVAN

NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 1995 DODGE CARAVAN.

Investigation SQ96016 — SEAT BELTS:INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT Closed

Opened:

INTEGRATED CHILD SEAT BELT LOCKUP

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