general problems of the 1998 Dodge Caravan

Four problems related to steering have been reported for the 1998 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Steering problem

Failure Date: 02/28/2013

The belt keeps slipping off on my Dodge Caravan. This has been continual. The forums are full of these complaints. It is the serpentine belt. I have been back and forth to the mechanic. They try everything, but when it is wet, it comes off. I even try not to drive in rain, but after the rains, I drive a short distance and its off again. , I called the dealership that seems to take no responsibility for this. This is really dangerous, as it is very hard to turn the wheel. Fortunately so far, I have not been going at speed during these incidents. I had the tensioners tightened again last month, and its off again.

2 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/10/2008

No accident.

3 Steering problem

Failure Date: 07/09/2003

The consumer stated the steering locked up when she made a turn to the right and then to the left. Manufacturer was not contacted at the time of this call. Vehicle was taken to a repair shop, and the mechanic was unable to find what was wrong with the vehicle.

4 Steering problem

Failure Date: 10/27/2002

Consumer states that while driving at any speed on flat surface and no warning the steering wheel will lock up and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer notified ts.




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