Problems with 1999 Dodge Caravan VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge caravan. while driving at approximately 60 mph, the engine stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. the contact stated that the air bag and cruise control warning indicators were illuminated continuously. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 134,000.

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 dodge caravan. the contact stated that the cruise control system failed. after setting the cruise control to 35 mph, the vehicle automatically sped up to 55 mph. the brakes were then applied, but the vehicle continued to accelerate. in order to stop the vehicle from accelerating, the cruise control switch was turned off. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who could not diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 42,000 and the current mileage was 45,000. updated 09/19/11 *bf the consumer also stated the cruise control would activate on its own. the dealer replaced the cruise servo/actuator. they also recommended an engagement switch. updated 09/30/11*jb

1999 dodge grand caravan had recall in 2004 to replace a clockspring, but dealer avoided this after customer's 3 or 4 tries in 2004. on 06-16-2010 when the vehicle was put in reverse, (all [xxx] broke loose!) the motor hit high revolutions, the steering wheel and the brakes immediately "locked" up and could not be moved as it traveled backwards and finally hitting and totaling 2 vehicles at over 50 mph.note: since about 2007 a brake light has been on and the cruise control was not working. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

The horn and the cruise control failed to operate when the air bag warning light came on. upon having the air bag clock spring recall 04v480000 repairs performed dealership indicated that the horn failure was not related to the defective recall part, and charged the consumer $100.00 to have the part replaced. *ak

Vehicle lunged forward. i was unable to control speed due to lunging and stalling. does this with or without the air condition on and only upon acceleration. does not matter if it is on an incline or not-always upon acceleration. very unsafe and i am very worried as i travel alone with a toddler in this daily. *jb

While driving air bag light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. following that the horn and the cruise control failed to operate. consumer contacted the dealer, and mechanic determined that the clock spring needed replacement. consumer called in to make an appointment. *ak

I am currently having the same problem reported under nhtsa action number rq04001. i have a nonfunctional horn, cruise control and a air bag light.*ak

While driving at 35 mph air bag warning light came on ,and the horn failed to work. also, cruise control did not work. a recall was issued on clock spring affecting earlier models.*ak recall campaign; nhtsa campaign id number : 04v480000. for the air bag. the consumer stated that she was in a car accident and the air bags did not deploy. the consumer submitted paperwork on a reimbursement for the clock spring repair. *tc

Airbag sensor light continued to stay on. as a result, horn and cruise control failed. a recall for the clock spring was issued. however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to model year. *ak

Air bag light on and horn, cruise control not working. dealer said its my problem & will cost $300+. i know there have been numerous complaints of same prob. & other year models recalled for same problem. the dealer told me the air bag will not deploy in a crash. *ak

Airbag light is on, cruise control and horn stopped working. *ak

Vehicle was parked in the driveway and without warning vehicle rolled backwards, hitting a nearby tree. consumer has contacted dealership. *ak

1999 dodge grand caravan vin: [xxx] this van is a lemon from day 1. i have contacted chrysler, owner of landmark dodge in ga, mediation, arbitration, consumer action line, and any other person that would listen. this van has quit on me at least eight times. sometimes on rural roads. several times on a major highway. the last major incident occurred on father's day with six family members inside the vehicle. there was no warning before it quit. it would not startafterwards. we were on a busy hwy 19/41 in jonesboro. several other times, i lost my speedometer, and could not accelerate. i have had check engine lights, leaky doors, inoperable window motors, halted intermittent windshield wipers, sluggish locks, etc. i wanted to keep my vehicle. however, it is very unsafe. i cannot afford to trade it in. that was not my intention when i purchased it.*ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

Illumination of air bag warning light (at first, intermittently, then continuous) followed by lose of cruise control and horn functions.vehicle type: 1999 dodge grand caravan se. approx. mileage: 91400. *ak

Dodge caravan 1999: while using cruise control on highway the vehicle suddenly accelerated. the vehicle continued to accelerate despite turning off cruise control and braking hard. 911 emergency operator was called via cell phone. my wife (the driver) was instructed to turn engine off and put vehicle in park as it glided slowly to a stop on the side of the road. we await word from the dealer on the cause. *jb

It is an intermittent problem. the speedometer gets stuck on a number but the car is still going faster or slower than shown on the display. it stays stuck for a few minutes when it happens. i try not accelerate and even apply the brake, however, the needle remains stuck. then it eventually goes back to normal. it just recently happened again, so i was checking to see if a recall was issued for this problem. it was investigated as i see here, however, it was not recalled. this is a defect. i am sure, not positive that other people are having the same problem with their caravans. note, automobile stills accelerates and slows but the actual speed is not known because the needle is stuck. *jb

Consumer placed vehicle in reverse and vehicle took off backward, hitting a truck. dealership was aware of problem.*ak

While driving at very slow speeds with brake applied, the vehicle will surge. the only way to stop vehicle is to put it in park and shut off the engine. vehicle has been taken to the dealer 7 times in 2 weeks, and they cannot find a problem. *ak lead technician informed consumer when the wheels are turned at a slow speed (i.e. parking manuevers) the engine can surge slightly, consumer has not had any problems since the vehicle has been returned. *tt

Whenever trying to put vehicle into gear vehicle will, without notice, accelerate even while conusmer has foot on the brake. ak interlock system was never installed on vehicle, consumer states he can move the gear lever at any time. *slc

Once at a stop vehicle starts to race, dealer was contacted. consumer took vehicle in for a oil change, while vehicle was up on grease rack, engine started to race, came off the rack. *ak consumer states that on 24-jul-2001 dealers reported it as a surging problem and replaced the ais motor, this has not stopped the racing of the motor. the vehicle is equipped for the handicapped and she is a paraplegic in a wheelchair, concerned about her safety. *yd

Vehicle accelerated suddenly and unexpectedly, resulting in a collision.*ak

Speed sensors have failed 3 times in the last 12 weeks causing the transmission to shift erratically and violently. all dash gauges also go dead intermittently. vehicle has been in the shop a total of 5 times in this same timeframe. (july 21- oct 16) chrysler has been contacted but refuses to do anything further till the vehicle breaks again. (chrysler file # 7858395)

The speedometer suddenly froze, while vehicle was in motion. *jb

Consumer states that engine makes loud noise and it idles erratically, vehicle has stalled while travelling 60 mph, on one occasion, dealer found that a piston had failed, however problem still exist. brakes squealed, dealer cleaned and sanded pads and rotors. vehicle shook at speeds above 70 mph, dealer balanced and rotated tires. consumer smelled strong odors through the ventilation system. passenger side sliding door inoperable. alternator belt came apart. accelerator rattles. vehicle experiences deceleration. carpet buckles. *slc