Latches/locks/linkage Related Problems of the 1997 Dodge Caravan

Table 1 shows one common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1997 Dodge Caravan.

Table 1. Latches/locks/linkage related problems of Dodge Caravan

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Door Latch problems	4

Door Latch problem #1

The driver side sliding door will not open several TSB's on the doors dealer said it is not a safety issue.

Door Latch problem #2

Deal said can not find the problem, but I notice there is a difference lacth mechanism between the right and left doors. The right door has one latch and the left has two latches.

Door Latch problem #3

Sliding door failed, door could not be opened from inside. Owner is very concerned for safety. Please provide further details.

Door Latch problem #4

Driver and passenger side locks failed on sliding doors.

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