1992 DODGE CARAVAN Recalls (11)

Campaign:
91V170000 on 10/06/1991
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:pedals and linkages
Manufactured:
07/31/1991 - 07/31/1991
Affected:
360
Defect:
The brake pedal pad attachment to the pedal arm may not have adequate strength due to mislocation of welds, and could break.
Consequence:
Failure of the pedal pad to pedal arm attachment resultsin loss of braking ability, and could result in an accident.
Correction:
Replace inadequate brake pedals with properly manufactured pedals.
Notes:
System: brakes: pedal.vehicle description: mini van.
Campaign:
92V015000 on 02/17/1992
Component:
Steering:wheel and handle bar
Manufactured:
09/30/1991 - 09/30/1991
Affected:
20,000
Defect:
The zinc plating operation performed on the upper steering column shaft coupling bolt caused hydrogen embrittlement and breakage of the bolt.
Consequence:
Fractures of the upper steering column shaft couplingbolt result in a lack of coupling load on the shaft and loss of steeringcontrol.
Correction:
Replace the zinc plated bolt with a phosphate plated bolt.
Notes:
System: steering; upper steering column coupling bolt.vehicle description: passenger vehicles; sedans, convertibles, and mini-vans.
Campaign:
92V147000 on 11/01/1992
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline
Manufactured:
03/31/1992 - 03/31/1992
Affected:
3,000
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
The unbent flanges to the fuel tank will damage themounting straps and/or fuel lines. the damaged mounting straps may break causingthe tank to drop and the damaged fuel line will leak fuel. in either case a firecould result if the spilled fuel is exposed to an ignition source.
Correction:
Repair the flange by bending to the correct angle; replace damaged fuel lines and mounting straps.
Notes:
System: fuel tank.vehicle description: passenger vans.
Campaign:
95I001002 on 05/08/1996
Component:
Latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock
Manufactured:
07/31/1990 - 06/30/1992
Affected:
52,719
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
This is not a safety recall. there has been no determination that a safety defect exists with the minivan latches.however, chrysler has decided to provide a stronger latch without charge.owners can contact chrysler at 1-800-minivan (1-800-646-4826).
Campaign:
95I001006 on 05/08/1996
Component:
Latches/locks/linkages:hatchback/liftgate:lock
Manufactured:
07/31/1990 - 06/30/1992
Affected:
689,656
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
This is not a safety recall.there has been no determination that a safety defect exists with the minivan latches.however, chrysler has decided to provide a stronger latch without charge.owners can contact chrysler at1-800-minivan (1-800-646-4826).
Campaign:
96V099000 on 06/17/1996
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Manufactured:
06/30/1990 - 05/31/1993
Affected:
321,000
Defect:
The abs hydraulic control unit can experience excessive brake actuator piston seal wear causing pump-motor deterioration.
Consequence:
If this condition occurs, the abs function could be lost and reduced power assist would be experienced during vehicle braking increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Correction:
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 assembly and the pump-motor assembly which will have a lifetime coverage). owners will also be reimbursed for previous abs component repair costs.
Notes:
System: brakes; hydraulic; anti-skid system. vehicle description: passenger vehicles and mini-vans equipped with anti-lock brake systems (abs). note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
96V229000 on 11/26/1996
Component:
Steering:wheel and handle bar
Manufactured:
12/31/1990 - 06/29/1992
Affected:
675,000
Defect:
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.
Correction:
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 prevent steering wheel separation in the event cracking occurs.
Notes:
Owner notification began december 27, 1996. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
97V079000 on 05/22/1997
Component:
Structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:support device
Manufactured:
06/30/1991 - 06/29/1992
Affected:
436,000
Defect:
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.
Correction:
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 bolt will be reinstalled and hand tightened to the target torqued.
Notes:
Owner notification began during august 1997. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
97V148000 on 09/15/1997
Component:
Seat belts:front:buckle assembly
Manufactured:
07/31/1990 - 03/29/1993
Affected:
1,100,000
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Correction:
Dealers will install a cover retaining clip to the stalk mounted buckle cover to prevent dislocation of the buckle cover.
Notes:
Owner notification began december 8, 1997.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
97V149000 on 09/15/1997
Component:
Seat belts:front:anchorage
Manufactured:
07/31/1990 - 03/29/1993
Affected:
1,100,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger mini-vans. the center rear seat, right outboard side, safety belt anchor hook can become unattached from the body anchor position.
Consequence:
In the event of a vehicle crash, the occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of personal injury.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the anchor hook retaining clip with a revised profile clip and a cover plate.
Notes:
Owner notification began december 8, 1997. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-853-1403. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Campaign:
99V189000 on 07/18/1999
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
Manufactured:
06/30/1990 - 05/14/1993
Affected:
828,559
Defect:
Vehicle description: minivans. the left hand windshield wiper pivot drive arm was not mechanically staked to the pivot shaft.
Consequence:
This could allow the drive arm to disengage from the shaft leading to a loss of wiper function. the driver's visibility would be impaired, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will replace the left hand side windshield wiper pivot assembly.
Notes:
Owner notification began march 27, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact chrysler at 1-800-992-1997.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

1992 DODGE CARAVAN TSBs (46)

Bulletin:
241794
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
pcm not properly disengaging a/c clutch via the relay also the pcm may not energize the a/c clutch relay. *tw
Bulletin:
070294A
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
serpentine belt comes off pulleys. *tw
Bulletin:
240594A
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
low heater performance. *tw
Bulletin:
070394A
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
serpentine belt comes off pulleys. *tw
Bulletin:
182694
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
improved transmission shift quality. *tw
Bulletin:
212794
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
manual transaxle locked in neutral or locked in reverse. *tw
Bulletin:
180795
Component:
105000 power train:driveline
Summary:
harsh transaxle shifts. *tw
Bulletin:
230693
Component:
162300 structure:body:door
Summary:
revised sliding door center and lower track over-travel stops. *tw
Bulletin:
180795A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
harsh transaxle shifts. *t2w
Bulletin:
110295
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
exhaust noise when accelerating or when vehicle is under moderate load. *tw
Bulletin:
CH081695
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
cruise control overshoot/undershoot during initial set speed selection. *tw
Bulletin:
CH240695A
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
CH210695
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
CH240895
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Unknown
Bulletin:
081695REVA
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
bulletin supersedes technical service bulletin 08-16-95, dated apr. 14, 1995. if the vehicle operator **repeatedly** presses and releases the set button with their foot off of the accelerator (a 'lift foot set' to begin speed control oper
Bulletin:
230397
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Difficult to clean light colored "chalky" residue from plastic body components that are molded in black. *tw
Bulletin:
180597
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Vehicles with 3.0l engines - intake valve deposits - driveway die out, rough idle, lack of power, sags or hesitation. *tw
Bulletin:
180997
Component:
103700 power train:automatic transmission:torque converter
Summary:
Vehicle shudder during torque converter emcc (lock up) operation/diagnostic trouble code 38. *tw
Bulletin:
070397
Component:
062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
Summary:
Various car owner's have expressed interest in using engine coolants made with propylene glycol instead of ethylene glycol. *yc
Bulletin:
970919083297
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *yc
Bulletin:
210798
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Subject on delayed transaxle engagement. *ak
Bulletin:
08!798
Component:
145000 air bags:on-off switch assembly
Summary:
Discussion on airbag on- off switches for selected vehicles *ak
Bulletin:
081798 REV B
Component:
145000 air bags:on-off switch assembly
Summary:
Subject regarding the airbag on-off switches. *yc
Bulletin:
081798
Component:
145000 air bags:on-off switch assembly
Summary:
Subject regarding airbag on - off switches. *yc
Bulletin:
#9851
Component:
136000 visibility:windshield wiper/washer
Summary:
A 30 day windshield wiper pivot survey. *ak
Bulletin:
210499
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Service and parts information on 1999 running changes to transmission range sensor (trs) *tt
Bulletin:
210599
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Subject regarding reusable automatic transmission oil pan gasket. *tt
Bulletin:
220399
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Subject pertaining to smooth road high-speed vibration or shake condition. *tt
Bulletin:
210699
Component:
180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:
Conditions with intermittent loss of speed control. *tt
Bulletin:
210599A
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
This bulletin announces the availability and installation of a resuable automatic transmission oil pan gasket. *tt
Bulletin:
233599
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Information on child seat tether anchors. *tt
Bulletin:
081698
Component:
353400 equipment:electrical:radio/tape deck/cd etc.
Summary:
Information on installation of radio transmitting equipment. *ak
Bulletin:
070397
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Concerns with engine coolant usage. *nlm
Bulletin:
0832097
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Information regarding nhtsa authorized airbag deactivation for medical necessity. *nlm
Bulletin:
210597
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Concerns with 41te/42le transaxle shudder during an emcc (electronically modulated converter clutch) shift. *nlm
Bulletin:
210997
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Information on 41te/42le service information. *nlm
Bulletin:
241197
Component:
353600 equipment:air conditioner
Summary:
Concerns with a/c evaporator odor. *nlm
Bulletin:
083799
Component:
145000 air bags:on-off switch assembly
Summary:
Daimlerchrysler corporation is now offerinb airbag on / off switches for selected vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
080600
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts. *tt
Bulletin:
230800
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. *tt
Bulletin:
233599REVA
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Subject on the child seat tether anchors. *mjs
Bulletin:
082700
Component:
140000 air bags
Summary:
Subject regarding non-deployed airbag handling procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
2300800B
Component:
220000 seats
Summary:
Subject regarding child seat tether anchors. *tt
Bulletin:
0800600REV
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding wire splice repairs. *sb
Bulletin:
0801001
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty. *tt
Bulletin:
1802002
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Flash programming failure recovery. *slc

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