1989 DODGE CARAVAN PROBLEMS

Common Complaints and Reliability

• 1. Transmission Problems:

  • Automatic transmission failure without warning
    
  • Erratic operation of the transmission
    
  • Vehicle will either not accelerate or decelerate on its own
    
  • Transmission needs to be replaced multiple times
    
  • Transmission slips out of gear
    
  • Transmission lurches and won't shift properly
    
  • Transmission gets stuck in 2nd gear
    
  • Transmission failure at various mileages
    
  • Transmission won't shift into overdrive
    

• 2. Brake Problems:

  • Brake light stays on
    
  • Brake pads replaced due to lack of performance
    
  • Brakes failed causing accidents
    

• 3. Electrical Issues:

  • Vehicle caught on fire multiple times
    
  • Fires started in the electrical system
    
  • Electrical latch release issues
    
  • Fires in the dashboard area
    
  • Electrical issues causing stalling
    

• 4. Mechanical Failures:

  • Engine failures and replacements
    
  • Motor mounts failed multiple times
    
  • Connecting rod and valve seal failures
    
  • Engine stalls when A/C is in full use
    
  • Suspension and strut issues
    

• 5. Safety Belt Issues:

  • Seat belt buckles failing
    
  • Seat belt retractors not working
    
  • Issues with passenger and driver seat belt anchors
    
  • Front and passenger seat belts not holding in accidents
    

• 6. Hatch and Door Problems:

  • Rear hatch latch failures
    
  • Sliding door malfunctions
    
  • Hydraulic lift gate issues
    
  • Latch and locking mechanism problems
    
  • Door hinges breaking or sagging
    

• 7. Miscellaneous:

  • Paint peeling and flaking off
    
  • Spare tire falling off due to cable failure
    
  • Vehicle fires and total losses
    
  • Various vehicle components failing repeatedly
    
  • Structural failures leading to injuries or accidents