1992 Dodge Caravan

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

11 recalls · 14 investigations · oldest first

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   1991-11-21Service brakes, hydraulic91V170000 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.

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   1992Complaint volume 923 complaints filed for this model year.
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   1992-02-06Steering92V015000 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.

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   1992-06-08Preliminary evaluationClosed 1992-10-09 Window shattering
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   1992-10-09Engineering analysisClosed 1993-04-29 Rear window shattering
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   1993-03-25Fuel system, gasoline92V147000 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.

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   1993-09-30Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-01-31 Rear hatch latch failure
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   1994-01-31Engineering analysisClosed 1995-10-25 Liftgate latches
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   1994-03-07Preliminary evaluationClosed 1994-07-29 ABS braking system fails
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    1994-07-29Engineering analysisClosed 1996-06-24 ABS braking system fails
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    1995-09-26Engineering analysisClosed 1996-11-13 Steering wheel separation
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    1995-10-06Latches/locks/linkages95I001002 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.…

    Remedy: Chrysler dealers will replace the liftgate latch with a new stronger latch assembly without charge. Chrysler began notifying owners of these vehicles in October 1995.

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    1996-01-25Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-06-28 Safety blt latch operation
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    1996-03-29Latches/locks/linkages95I001006 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.…

    Remedy: Chrysler dealers will replace the liftgate latch with a new stronger latch assembly without charge. Chrysler began notifying owners of these vehicles in March 1996.

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    1996-05-06Preliminary evaluationClosed 1996-10-31 Alleged rear liftgate support failure
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    1996-09-03Service brakes, hydraulic96V099000 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…

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    1996-10-31Engineering analysisClosed 1997-05-16 Alleged rear liftgate support failure
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    1996-12-27Steering96V229000 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…

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    1997-03-12Defect petitionClosed 1997-04-02 Windshield wiper failure
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    1997-04-02Preliminary evaluationClosed 1997-09-30 Windshield wiper failure
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    1997-04-10Engineering analysisClosed 1997-12-23 Safety belt anchorage failures
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    1997-08-15Structure97V079000 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…

    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…

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    1997-09-30Engineering analysisClosed 1999-07-27 Front windshield wiper
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    1997-12-08Seat belts97V148000 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…

    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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    1997-12-08Seat belts97V149000 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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    2000-03-27Visibility99V189000 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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Is the 1992 Dodge Caravan reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1992 Dodge Caravan is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 1992 Dodge Caravan?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1992 Dodge Caravan have?

11 recalls on file for this model year.