Three problems related to tailgate have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Consumer states that they are having the same problems as recall#99v123000 lift gate support bracket. Dealer will not repair because vehicle VIN was not include with recall. Ts.
Recurring water leak , dealer tried to correct by adjusting hatch and replacing seal. No longer shuts properly. Oftentimes have to get out of car and reshut. Dealer will adjust but will not be responsilbe should it start leaking again. Suggests I keep a door or window open in order to shut the hatch. Water cam ein thru seatbelts.
The tailgate and the right arm that hold it up snapped, as a result the arm fell onto the consumers left arm. The arm on the sunvisor snapped.