Child Seat Related Problems of the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan

Table 1 shows four common child seat related problems of the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan. The number one most common problem is related to the child seat (23 problems). The second most common problem is related to the infant child seat harness buckle (three problems).

Table 1. Child Seat related problems of Dodge Grand Caravan


Recently reported Child Seat problems of the 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan

The Child Seat problem

Internal mechanical failure of integrated child safety seat, right hand side. The cable assembly in the seat module has failed. This cable assembly locks the retractable shoulder belts. The cable hooks directly to the latch plate and when the belt buckle is connected to the latch plate the plate's   Read details...

The Infant Child Seat Harness Buckle problem

Child trapped in seat unable to release child restraint.   Read details...

The Child Seat Tether Strap problem

Day cares vehicle used to transport children has a integral child seat. Harness strap tightens up & is very hard to release. It appears to be a safety hazard. In the event of an accident, it could be time consuming & dangerous to the child trying to get them out.   Read details...


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