Brake Disc Rotor problems of the 1996 Dodge Caravan

16 problems related to brake disc rotor have been reported for the 1996 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 10/10/2003

Bought used 1996 Dodge in sept 2003 and have replace brakes, rotor, and calipers 6 times. Mechanics don't know what else it could be. Brakes also lock when I press on them and hit bump at same time causing van to slide with me and my infant in it. Have to replace brakes and rotors every 2-3 months something needs to be done by the Dodge company to recall these Dodge Caravans, this site has about 50% on complaints on brakes and rotors.

2 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 08/04/2002

Circular crack in rotor saround the hub caused sudden failure of brake resulting in partial loss of braking and possible danger.

3 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2002

Brake rotors are warped. Dealership is aware of problem.

4 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/24/1999

Front rotors warped. Mechanic reported that when he turned them on the lathe he uncovered pits about 1/4" in diameter just below the disc surface. I asked if this was possibly a manufacturing defect and he refused to say yes or no.

5 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 04/01/1999

Brake rotors and cylinders failed.

6 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 07/14/1998

Brake rotors corroded, discovered after several complaints of brake brake problems. (qcaw).

7 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 07/07/1998

Front brake rotors are rusted and pitted, causing steering wheel to shake when brakes are applied. .

8 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 05/01/1998

Replaced warped front brake rotors.

9 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 11/11/1997

Consumer took vehicle to the dealership. Mechanic told him that t rear drums and front rotors were warped. Material they used for the brakes was defective. Mechanic put vehicle on the machine to smooth them out. However, consumer is still expericencing a loud squeaking noise coming from the rear wheel.

10 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 06/01/1997

Consumer experiencing problem with the front brake rotors rusting out. Contacted the dealer, dealer has replaced rotors and pads. Problem still occurs. Parts have been replaced on a number of occasions. Please provide any further details. *akrotors were scored and pitted.

11 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Failure Date: 02/24/1996

Rear brake system needing to apply more pressure on the pedal in order for it to stop. Rotors,shoes, and rear cylinder replaced.

12 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Rotors pitted from road anti-skid material on streets during the winter season.

13 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Rotors rusted.

14 Brake Disc Rotor problem

The inside portion of front brake disc rotors have a pitted surface. Owner notes that vehicle has low miles, and there is metal flying of brake surface. Dealer spotted the problem.

15 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Rotors failed.

16 Brake Disc Rotor problem

Rusted and corroded front brake rotors .



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