Ten problems related to steering have been reported for the 2001 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Dodge Caravan based on all problems reported for the 2001 Caravan.
I need to know it my vehicle has any recalls I'm having some major safety concerns about it.
The contact owns a 2001 Dodge Caravan sport. While attempting to make a left turn, the steering wheel suddenly locked and causing the steering wheel to make a popping noise. The steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact had to use excessive force to move the steering wheel. Suddenly, the steering wheel did a hard release and returned to normal. The hard release caused the contact to receive injuries to the hand, wrist, and arm. Medical attention was needed. The failure recurred. The contact did not take the vehicle to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the there was no recall for the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.
Steering wheel becomes so tight and cant even move when ever the outside temperatures fall below 50degrees. It takes at least 15 min to become normal. Fuel levels are normal in my van.
While driving at any speed, the vehicle vibrated uncontrollably. The driver lost control of the vehicle, but regained control. The mechanic informed the driver that the steering gear needed to be replaced. Please provide further details. Steering wheel would lock and not turn while driving. Consumer had the steering gear replaced at her own expense.
2001 Dodge grand Caravan unable to turn steering wheel especially when cold. Unable to turn safetly. More difficulty to turn steering wheel right. Power steering pack malfunctioned. Dodge dealers in n. Ga. Knoxville TN. And chattanooga TN. State that part is on national back order. 1-2 weeks before able to obtain part since appears to be a frequent defect.
When the consumer attempted to make a turn into a parking lot, the vehicle failed to steer. Ph.
When the consumer attempted to make a turn into a parking lot, the vehicle failed to steer.
The steering wheel locked up.
Paint is bubbling and peeling off. Power window on drivers side works whenever it wants to. Steering has a bad whine and makes bed noises.
Steering wheel became extremely hard to turn, vehicle has been examined by dealer 4 times but no problem was found.