Three problems related to brake master cylinder have been reported for the 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that fluid has drained into the brake system. The dealer stated that nothing was wrong with the vehicle and no recalls were issued. The contact notified the dealer months later and they stated that he was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 96v215000 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder). He took the vehicle to another mechanic and they discovered fluid leaking into the reservoir of the service brakes from the master cylinder; however, no fluid was leaking. As a result, the fluid began to enter into the instrument panel. The failure mileage was 112,000 and current mileage was 113,000. Updated 12/31/07 the consumer stated when he attempted to apply the brakes, he realized he didn't have normal braking power. The pedal went all the way to the floor. Updated.
While driving through a construction zone on hot day noticed burning rubber smell. Started down a hill and noticed brakes did not seem to work. Pedal went to floor. Tried parking brake. Car was steered into abandon gas station to avoid collision. Had to put into park to stop vehicle. Goodyear employee tried brakes:went to floor. Technician viewed (in hour)had brakes:bleed lines. Told air in lines. Same as odi-id 887484. Took to dealer:could not explain. Rear brakes thin. Mention of possible master cylinder defect. Nhtsa told me of 1996 recall. Called Chrysler-VIN not involved. Very concerned over future brake performance.
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