22 problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
My 1998 Dodge Grand Caravan was stopped at a light, when I went to move forward, it clunked, and did not move for 1-2 seconds, then jumped forward. Took to tranny shop and was told I will need a new transmission. The shop indicated the transmission was not completely damaged at the time, but recommends that it be replaced.
Vehicle only has park intermittently, must use parking brake to insure vehicle does not move.
While pulling into a parking space at a low speed transmission locked up. Vehicle immediately came to a complete stop. Vehicle is currently at a transmission shop being serviced. The upper and lower planetary assembly failed.
When parked and without depressing the brake pedal vehicle shifted out of park, causing the vehicle to roll back until consumer gained control. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
When taking transmission in for routine fluid & filter change, several fragments of metal were found in the pan. Some from gear teeth, others from bearings. Transmission needs to be completley remanufactured, and the cost is astonomical. This is my second (and now my last) chysler minivan. I had similar trouble with an older model, however Chrysler honored the repair, even though it did not last very long. This time however, they were not only nasty to me on the phone when I called, but their response was "we will never pay for or repair this vehicle" which I find odd, considering what they would do if they were forced to recall it for this problem. I've looked into this, and it seems thousands of people have had the same trouble with these vans. Now, I ask Chrysler "for over 13 years you've continued to manufacture defective transmissions, how long will you continue to bilk the customers who helped make you one of the biggest automakers in the world" you have turned your back on those of us who have been faithful to your product, don't be shocked when we return the favor. When the foreign automakers eventually put you out of business, it will be because you have no intention of correcting your biggest and longest lasting mistake in the history of your vehicles. I suggest you charge a little more for your cars, and invest in the transmission longevity. Saving a few pennies per vehicle today, will cost you billions some day. I was hopefull that daimler would come in and straighten things out, but that is not the case. Shame on you daimler for embarrassing yourselves with poor quality, and for the poor customer service you alllow to continue. Your previous history was to be admired with your mecedes line of vehicles. Now you are slowly becoming an embarrassment. I was expecting better from you, and you let us down. If it is your intention to slowly dissolve Chrysler, then you are certainly on the right track.
If the vehicle was not warmed up before being driven, it would hesitate. The cause had not been determined. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, however they were unable to resolve the problem.
The driver got out of the vehicle while in park, vehicle accelerated and hit a gate and some trash cans. When returning to the vehicle, it was still in park. Vehicle will be taken to the dealer on 6/25/2003.
While driving 55 mph the transmission blew.
Was driving on highway. Came to stop sign and the car lunged forward. Took it to dealer where metal filings found in transmission pan. This van had transmission service at 15000, 30000, and again at 45000 which is why I brought it in there. Nobody touched the engine but the dealer service center. When the dealer got into the transmission, found that the clutches were grinding themselves up. $2050. 00 total in repairs. Nothing from Dodge except I'm sorry.
A loud bang was heard followed by a dragging sound, the vehicle immediately stalled, it was found by the dealer that a component broke within the transmission and came through the case. Nlm.
Known Chrysler minivan transmission problems.
Transmission had 35,094 miles and consumer put 48,000 miles on vehicle. Vehicle had 5,000 miles over the warranty to get fixed. Dealer will not consider repairing or assisting consumer. The transmission exploded while the consumer was driving, and the consumer was asking the manufacturer to reimburse him the cost of replacing the transmission.
A internal part failed in transmission. Minivan was never used for towing. A transmission should not fail at 56000 miles during normal driving conditions. This is not a unusual circumstance, this is a defect.
Wife and 2 children were driving down highway at 45 mph, heard clunk, coasted to side of road where transmission gears and partial shafts fell into road from approx. 4" hole in transmission case.
Ongoing problem with v auto transmission working erratically. Took vehicle to dealer , and was informed that nothing could be found. Subsequently, vehicle would only start in 3rd. Gear and remain in 3rd. Gear. Dealer notifed. Seeking help from NHTSA in this matter.
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When vehicle is taken out of reverse and put in drive it continues to go in reverse. The dealer has not been able to duplicate the problem. The manufacturer has been notified.
Serpentine belt snaps causing power steering and power brakes to fail as well as causing the car to overheat. This has happened 5 times! steering column has needed to be replaced. Transmission has been in for service 3 times and still is not working properly. This vehicle is a safety problem if any one of these things should fail again.
While driving the vehicle suddenly came to a screeching halt. Consumer got out and noticed transmission fluid all over the ground and a rod was sticking through the casting.
Consumer complained about a transmission problem. When vehicle was started transmission went from second gear to neutral before going into third gear.
When driving and upon depressing brake pedal to make a sudden stop pedal traveled to floorboard, causing extended stopping distance. Also, smoke came from brakes. Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer has replaced entire brake system. Also, when gear was placed in drive it popped out of gear. Please provide any further details.
1998 Chrysler Grand Caravan experiencing transmission problems. 1998 Dodge caravan suffered from avehicle fire as a result of a defective transmission. Vehicle was declared a total loss. Consumer is seeking a fair settlement for loss of vehicle.