Ignition Switch problems of the 1999 Dodge Caravan

Two problems related to ignition switch have been reported for the 1999 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 01/15/2008

Twice this year my ignition broke and I had to hire a locksmith to repair it. The last time the locksmith told me there is a manufacture defect with the ignition.

2 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 05/13/1999

While van was parked on a flat surface, with the ignition off, gear in park, van rolled backwards about 100 feet, crashed through a fence and hit a mobile home beforing coming to a stop. Owner has been experiencing problems with key being stuck in ignition, and key was stuck at this time. Van is being held by dealership. Please provide further details.




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