Four problems related to automatic transmission gear indicator have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Child moved shift lever without pressing on brakes. Has happened twice. Key was in ignition & vehicle was idling at time. Lever suppose to be locked until brakes are pressed to release. Taking vehicle to dealer.
Transmission gears fractured in heavy traffic rendering the vehicle undrivable.
Vehicle's prndl indicator goes blank and the vehicle will lose all drive while traveling, reset can only be done by stopping and restarting the vehicle.
While driving vehicle's transmission indicator gives false readings. Transmission also slips out of gear in reverse. Dealers stated wires were faulty.