1986 DODGE CARAVAN PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• Clip/ latch issues
  
• Corrosion/fuel leakage
  
• Difficulty with repairs/recalls
  
• Seat belt issues
  
• EGR valve melting
  
• Electrical system fire
  
• Engine issues (dieseling, radiator burst)
  
• Hydraulic strut failure
  
• Inoperative seat belts
  
• Hood flying open
  
• Hydraulic lift strut issues
  
• Tire separation causing fuel leak
  
• Plastic radiator concerns
  
• Power door lock failure
  
• Rear fishtailing during braking
  
• Rear hatch issues (hydraulic support failure, latch failure, popping open)
  
• Serpentine belt failure
  
• Spare tire dropping
  
• Steering bolt loosening
  
• Prop rod falling on head
  
• Transaxle failure
  
• Rear hatch latch opening in accidents
  
• Vehicle sudden acceleration
  
• Seat failure causing driver to fall
  
• Vehicle stalling
  
• Tailgate latch issues in cold weather
  
• Personal items falling out of rear door
  
• Vehicle fire/explosion
  
• Trunk lid dropping unexpectedly