Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||||
| 1900101 | 03/23/2001 | 1900300 | 619127 | Some owners may experience loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to side. *tt | 05/15/2001 |
| 1900300B | 10/06/2000 | 190300A | 618868 | Some vehicles may experience loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to side. *tt | 05/03/2001 |
| 0042 | 09/13/2000 | 615695 | Advance service information for loose steering. *tt | 01/28/2001 | |
| 190300A | 09/08/2000 | 190300 | 6092235 | Experiencing loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to side. *tt | 11/29/2000 |
| 190300 | 06/02/2000 | 614153 | A condition may exist where a loose feel or clunk in the steering wheel as the wheel is moved from side to side. *tt | 09/29/2000 | |
| 190899 | 12/31/1999 | 610017 | Information when servicing the inner tie rod end to steering gear attachments. *tt | 04/14/2000 | |
| 190397 | 02/14/1997 | 52029 | Steering gear cold - squawk noise. *tw | 07/17/1997 | |
| STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) | |||||
| 190798 | 10/02/1998 | 602894 | Information on steering gear mounting bushing service. *ak | 11/16/1999 | |
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||||
| 084395 | 10/01/1995 | 46368 | Creaking or clicking noise fron steering wheel area when pushing or pulling on the steering wheel, usually when entering or exiting the vehicle. bulletin involves installing four tape insulating pads between the driver airbag module and th | 04/25/1996 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | ||||||
| PE99044 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 06/28/1999 | 10/29/1999 | STEERING SYSTEM RACK AND PINION | ||
| Consumers have submitted 36 reports involving failures of the tie rod bushings or bolts at the attachment of the tie rod to the steering rack and pinion unit in the subject verhicles.ten of these incidents were reported to have resulted in a loss of vehicler control.additionally, 27 reports have been received which allege failure of the steering gear rack and pinion unit, including five which resulted in a loss of vehicle control.no vehicle crashes were reported, but the failures are of concern in that they may pose a compromise to steering control.a prelimiary evaluation has been opened on this issue. | ||||||
| EA99031 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 10/29/1999 | 09/13/2001 | STEERING SYSTEM RACK AND PINION | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| STEERING - COLUMN | ||||||
| DP03002 | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC | 05/07/2003 | 07/22/2003 | STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION | ||
| Mr. larry a. sackey submitted a petition to the national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) by letter dated april 18, 2003, requesting that nhtsafurther investigate the defective collapsible steering shaft system on 1987-1995 vehicles manufactured by the daimlerchrysler corporation.in part because of 49 cfr | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| STEERING | |||
| 03/09/2010 | 195000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1995 dodge intrepid. while driving at a speed of 40 mph the contact heard a loud pop and suddenly the power steering stopped functioning. the contact had minimal control of the steering wheel. the contact called the manufacturer and they informed him that the warranty expired and that there were no recalls related to the power steering for his year, make and model vehicle. the vin was not available. the failure and current mileages were 195000. | |||
| 12/11/2008 | 1 | ||
| Inner steering bushing replaced now the steering rack knocking and not turning to right. *tr | |||
| 05/09/2008 | 150000 | 1 | |
| Factory struts(suspension) are inadequate to support the weight of the vehicle. my strut mount/plate &bolts broke at 55 mile per hour & the strut went through the strut housing/plate. the steering/suspension system is completely affected when the struts begin to fail on all vehicles. when struts fail springs also fail causing even more stress on the other steering/suspension parts(all bushings, tie rods. control arms, ball joints, cv joints, transaxle, sway bar. i hope im making sense, this needs serious examination as clunk/ bump noises every intrepid are bad struts or bad strut mount/bolts which immediately indicate your suspension/steering system is being banged up. the inner tie rod bolts in steering rack back out or try to due to torn bushings in the inner tie rods at the steering rack center. these bushings tear due to worn struts that put stress on tie rods sway bar& steering rack mount bushings both compress with the extra stress of failing struts. steering rack shifts due to bad inner tie rod bushings causing play in your tie rods and the steering rack mount bushings now compressed cause the rack to shift also. same with sway bar bushings&any other suspension parts and steering when this happens such as inner tie rods, outer tie rods, cv joints, transaxle, ball joints,all bushings,linkages,mounts,cradle car was built defectively as the weight of the vehicle is too much force for the struts that come factory installed. there needs to be an immediate call back on the struts with a service order to examine and repair torn or compressed bushings in the inner tie rods/steering rack mounting/sway bar/ball joint/control arm/outer tie rod/along with any damage to the cv joint&transaxles due to the design defect using inadequate struts for the vehicles weight! this may seem like an extreme request but since they were negligent to never report the inadequacy of the struts vs design in all the complaints on steering/suspension a recall is in order. *tr | |||
| 12/09/2004 | 5000 | 7 | 01/05/1995 |
| Since owning the 1995 dodge intrepid we purchased brand new, these are the problems experienced since owning and the problems being experienced now. we have had steering problems which required the power steering pump to be replaced, also some arm had to be replaced due to the right front wheel wobbling. our electric locks have engaged as if holding the switch for a couple of seconds on the passenger side and the driver side. never was fixed due to dealer not duplicating. our ac/heat electronic controls stuck and would not respond to any commands and constantly was blowing hot air, pulling fuse was only remedy. electronic gauges will not always show correct information ie. fuel level, temp, fuel used, compass, ..etc, turning car on/off will usually correct it. our fuel rails has been replaced under warranty recall, but i still will smell fuel inside. our passenger side air bag is warped. our headlights will not come on at times and even go out while driving. flashing high/low beam steering column switch will usually make them come on. our most recent problem and the state our vehicle is in right now is smoke is coming from the steering column and it is very hot and i believe a fire is trying to start. the car is parked at the location this started at and is not being driven. *jb | |||
| 01/04/2001 | 2 | ||
| Consumer had replaced steering unit twice. *ak | |||
| 11/14/2000 | 2 | 08/01/1998 | |
| 3 months ago it needed both inner and outer tie rod ends replaced. today we went around a corner and the rack and pinion failed. no steering and almost hit a parked car. vechile towed to repair shop and i am waiting to get a estimate. front end problems and steering problems since we bought it. transmission is starting to go and we have had the air conditioner worked on 3 years in a row. we are going to trade it in asap. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Suspension and steering system is causing noise and vibration. yh | |||
| 05/30/1999 | |||
| Was pulling out of parking lot. felt like the emergency brake was engaged. had heard a thunk when the steering wheel was turned either left or right. then another thunk was heard & lost steering power. was towed to dodge & informed both steering mounts had broken. not repairable. *ak | |||
| 01/18/1999 | 1 | ||
| Driver of vehicle lost control and struck a culvert on icy roadway. extensive front damage to entire front of car. driver's side air bag did not deploy. *ak | |||
| 1 | 12/19/1995 | ||
| Steering failure. | |||
| 08/03/1997 | 0 | ||
| While coming off a ramp the auto went into a skid and went into a storm trench. the auto turned upside down and the air bags did not deploy. *ak | |||
| 12/25/1995 | |||
| Vehicle involved in a frontal collision impact 12:00 position, speed 35 mph, lost control of vehicle and hit a pole. tt | |||
| STEERING - COLUMN LOCKING - ANTI-THEFT DEVICE | |||
| 08/15/1995 | 1 | ||
| Security system wired improperly. tt | |||
| STEERING - GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) | |||
| 12/01/1998 | 1 | 12/01/1994 | |
| No summary provided by consumer | |||
| 10/22/1997 | 1 | 05/11/1995 | |
| Power steering box leaking | |||
| 09/26/1996 | |||
| Consumer was in an accident the driver's side seat belt came loose and both air bags didn't deploy . please descibe. *ak | |||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - POWER STEERING FLUID | |||
| While driving vehicle severely pulled to the right which caused the vehicle to spin, resulting in a collision. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST - PUMP | |||
| 1 | 04/17/1995 | ||
| Power steering pump failed. | |||
| 06/20/1990 | 2 | ||
| Power steering pump failed twice. | |||
| 10/10/1998 | 12/18/1995 | ||
| Power steering fluid reservoir failed. | |||
| 08/01/1998 | 1 | 04/28/1995 | |
| While driving the power steering failed. while inspecting the problem the owner noticed a hole in the top of the power steering fluid reservoir. owner believes problem is due to battery acid corrodes the plastic power steering reservoir. | |||
| 09/27/1996 | 1 | 10/04/1994 | |
| Power steering belt failed. | |||
| STEERING - HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | |||
| 01/01/2002 | |||
| While traveling on the highway without prior warning power steering failed. *ak | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES | |||
| 07/26/2001 | 0 | ||
| Steering wheel is out of line instead in driver's hands at a 10:00 to 2 angle while hands are at 12 and 8 angles. in order for vehicle to go strait has to turn steering wheel to left. consumer had vehicle towed to dealer, and they stated that steering rack and tie rods went out. steering has been on back order for about two weeks or more. please provide any further information.*ak | |||
| 06/16/2001 | |||
| Both inner and outer tire rods broke without prior warning, causing loss of steering control. *ak | |||
| 12/01/2000 | |||
| When vehicle went to make a turn in either direction at any speed under normal weather conditions, a 'crunching' noise would come from front right side of vehicle. dealership replaced tie rods in an attempt to correct this defect, and noise remained. dealership then lubricated an unknown part of suspension, which did eliminate noise. please provide any additional information/attachments. *ak | |||
| 03/10/2001 | 1 | 11/01/1995 | |
| The vehicle has ahd multiple alignment and tie-rod problems. it displays wobbling at very low and interstate speeds. considering the number of complaints related to the steering rack & pinion and tie rods, i believe that a recall is warranted. | |||
| 09/29/2000 | 1 | ||
| While driving in a parking lot consumer was making a slight turn and heard a pop. then, steering was gone. driver could turn steering wheel around and around. *ak dealer replaced the steering linkage because it was broken. dealer also replaced hood struts. *slc | |||
| 07/29/2000 | 09/01/1994 | ||
| Dealership informed me that chrysler's warranty did not cover this defect and if not repaired it could lead to an accident and non function of the vehicle this should be a recall item it dangerous when you have limited control of steering and the engine sound like it was going to fall out when you stopped. | |||
| 07/14/2000 | 1 | 10/01/1998 | |
| With complete sudden failure ..could cause a loss of steering..with a partical loss ..it will cause your car to steer right when gas is given and steer left when letting off gas..will almost change lanes from gas to let off. *ak | |||
| 03/01/2000 | 2 | 04/01/1995 | |
| No summary listed for above vehicle. *ak | |||
| 11/01/1997 | |||
| Engine head gasket allowed coolant to leak down to a level that the $1200/each heads warped. tie rod bushings have been replaced three times so far (once by the dealer and they failed within 10k miles and barrett dodge would not replace) and now the left bushing needs replacing again. if you travel a certain speed and make a turn the wheel shakes violently and you have to come to a complete stop to be able to make it stop. *ak | |||
| 01/27/2000 | 3 | ||
| When the brakes pads are gone there are no brakes light to indicate a warning about it until consumer could hear a grinding metal to metal noise. also, tie rods had failed three times. *ak | |||
| At various speeds vehicle will pull to the right. at a stop/ on dry roads , an dunder acceleration, vehicle will pull either to left or right.vehicle has been aligned twice, and tie rod replaced, but defect still occurs. *ak | |||
| 08/18/1999 | 1 | 10/01/1995 | |
| My dodge intrepid's steering was very loose and the car was hard to control. the car had less than 35000 miles on it, bought new, carefully maintained, and never in a crash.. the steering seemed to deteriorate noticeably over a short period of time. the s | |||
| 08/20/1999 | 1 | 01/01/1995 | |
| No summary | |||
| 10/16/1998 | 1 | 09/01/1994 | |
| I think that is enough to tell you this model has defects too many to mention. i think dodge should allow some sort of renumeration on repairs or a nice reasonable discount on future purchases since this is my second dodge. | |||
| 06/01/1999 | 12/01/1995 | ||
| Steering is very erratic. the faster you go the worse it gets. took it to my mechanic and he told me he has seen several similar problems with this type of vehicle. bushings for the steering have separated creating too much play. | |||
| 08/08/1999 | |||
| Rubber bushing where left steering arm bolts to steering gear failed. | |||
| 07/01/1999 | 01/01/1995 | ||
| Bushings on inner and outer tie rods fell out - massive play in steering | |||
| 04/01/1999 | 2 | 12/01/1994 | |
| Needed new bushings replaced due to a crack in the tie rods. *ak | |||
| 10/25/1998 | 1 | 11/01/1997 | |
| No summary | |||
| 07/22/1998 | 10/01/1994 | ||
| Vehicle hits a bump and would shake when foot on brake. vehicle would shake and move. took foot off brake to gain control, incident happened at 10 mph. dealer stated that the tie rods have separated. *ak | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - KNUCKLE - SPINDLE - ARM | |||
| 06/07/1997 | 1 | 09/01/1994 | |
| While driving the steering arm broke causing the entire wheel assembly to come off and loss of control of the vehicle, resulting in serious accident with severe injuries (blind in left eye, broken ribs,massive facial breaks and many others) to the driver and two passengers. nlm | |||
| STEERING - LINKAGES - TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | |||
| 02/21/2006 | 1 | 01/08/2006 | |
| Left front wheel bearing and axle, left and right outer tie rods, front right ball joint, strut rod bushings, windshield wiper bearings, left front door lock doesn't work, left front window won't let down and roof paint. *jb | |||
| 10/23/2005 | 85000 | 4 | 09/01/2002 |
| Dt: the contact stated while driving the front passenger tire fell off the vehicle. had the inner and outer tie rods replaced twice. did one replacement before the tire fell off. the second replacement was done after the tire came off. the replacements did not remedy the problem. while driving it felt as though the wheels were falling off. when hitting a bump while driving there was a snapping noise from underneath the vehicle. another concern was the electrical system. only one headlight will work on bright and only one will work on dim. the contact replaced both bulbs in the headlights, but this did not remedy the problem. he checked the fuses, and there were no problems with them. also, the headlight switch fell off without being hit or knocked off. *ak | |||
| 10/07/2004 | 40000 | 1 | 05/15/2000 |
| While repairs was being made at the dealer. the mechanic informed the consumer that the tie rod needed to be replaced. the consumer was concerned that this part has less then 41,000 miles of wear. *jb | |||
| 03/04/1997 | 133000 | 1 | |
| The tie rod broke, which caused the steering wheel to only go in one direction.*jb | |||
| 08/10/2001 | 04/01/2001 | ||
| I called and reported the problems with the tire rod ends, i just added more to the list of problems with this car. i am trying to other owners of dodge intrepids with identical problems to also call and report these problems so something will be done.*ak | |||
| 06/14/2001 | |||
| Vehicle will bounce, this is caused by tie rod: inner wearing out.*ak | |||
| While reversing vehicle turning steering wheel hard a noise, causing steering wheel to be inoperable.*ak | |||
| When turning into a parking space there a was popping sound. driver was able to turn steering wheel, but tires would not move with steering. dealr said tie rods and rack and pinion had broken. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Inner tie rod bushings failed. *slc | |||
| 02/29/2000 | 1 | ||
| Suspension; inner tie rod and bushings had to be replaced. suspension was defective, and vehicle would bounce up and down intermittently. *ak | |||
| 05/01/2000 | 1 | 04/01/1996 | |
| Complete failure of both inner tie rod bushings. wobbly and erratic steering. nhtsa, get on the ball and do a recall. there are numerous complaints on this . *ak | |||
| 02/01/1997 | |||
| I purchased this vehicle with the intent on having last through the pay-off. i am very concerned about this happening. at 30,000 mile the air-conditioning system went out completely and had to be replaced. at 50,000 the transmission went out and had to be replaced. a transmission was replaced at a dodge dealer but i was only given 12,000 mile warranty. at 70,000 miles the front-end struts, strut plates, inner tie rods, and other was replace. this front end is still not right as it drifts and has too much play in the steering. many others with the exact same repairs!!!!!!!!!!!!!! | |||
| Inner tie rod rubber bushing wore out, causing metal to metal contact, and resulting in extreme steering problems. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| 01/22/1998 | 1 | ||
| Left outer tie rod end caused noise from left front while driving over bumps. nlm | |||
| At 60,000 miles outside tie rods and hub bearings had to be replaced, 30,000 miles later, the inner tie rods and hub bearings needed to be replaced due to premature wearing. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Tie rod bent, repairs not completed properly by dealership. mjs | |||
| 2 | 12/01/1995 | ||
| Inner tie rods (bushings) failing. third set to date @ 126,000miles | |||
| 05/02/1999 | 2 | 08/01/1995 | |
| Concerned that sway bar links and tie rod ends fail at such a low mileage. daimler chrysler first offered to pay parts and labor then recanted and only offered to reinburse for parts. *ak | |||
| 01/03/1999 | 1 | 03/01/1996 | |
| Replaced fuel rail, tie rod and bushing failure caused difficulty in steering and alignment problems. | |||
| The rubber at tie rod end has completely worn out, creating an problem. when consumer hits a bump the truck jumps out of control. dealer has been contacted. *ak | |||
| While driving the vehicle the inner tie rod, broke causing the vehicle to veer to the left or right when accelerating. *ak | |||
| 05/21/1998 | |||
| Inner tie rods are attached to a bolt. only if bolt gives vehicle will lose steering. the dealer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 07/04/1997 | 1 | 03/15/1995 | |
| Alternator failed. | |||
| 01/20/1998 | 1 | 03/15/1995 | |
| Inner tire rods/transmission/air compressor, and alternator failed. *ak | |||
| 10/08/1997 | 11/15/1994 | ||
| Right outer tie rod end wore out due to insufficient lubrication. *ak | |||
| 1 | 11/13/1995 | ||
| Left inner tie rod failed. | |||
| 06/10/1997 | |||
| Went to dealership and the dealership ordered new tie rods, and the next day the tie rods broke, vehicle skidded for 35 ft. and the driver lost control. *ak | |||
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION | |||
| 05/08/2008 | 1 | ||
| The vehicle had the usual filter, and fluid changes and began to slip and now the transmission is out. the fluid in it is still clean. can't understand why it would just go out like that. this isn't the first problem i have had. also had to replace the rack-n-pinion on it. the bolt holding it together came out while driving it. *tr | |||
| 10/10/2003 | 1 | ||
| While driving at 40 mph rack and pinion steering broke. dealer notified. *ak | |||
| 07/19/2003 | 1 | ||
| Consumer stated that when turning and without warning rack and pinion steering snapped. dealer notified. *ak | |||
| 09/17/2002 | 4 | ||
| Consumer states that the tie that hooks to rack and pinion keeps coming loose. this is causing the steering wheel to be inoperative. nlm *scc | |||
| When turning into a parking space there a was popping sound. driver was able to turn steering wheel, but tires would not move with steering. dealr said tie rods and rack and pinion had broken. *ak | |||
| Was at a stop. had started to make a turn when steering suddenly was free wheeling. was no warning. had taken to dealership, and was informed by mechanic that rack and pinion bolts had snapped in half.*ak | |||
| 03/09/2001 | 4 | 02/27/1995 | |
| While switching lanes lost control of steering momentarily. consumer had to use force to get vehicle under control. took vehicle to two mechanics, and they said that rack and pinion steering had manufacturing design flaw. *ak 2 independent mechanics stated that the bushings on the steering rack were worn and needed to be replaced, also stated that there was too much play or movement in the entire steering mechanism, however replacement of the bushings would not fix the problem since the play or movement in the steering box will continue to causing wear on the bushing, this problem occurs whenever stopping and turning in or out of a driveway, parking lot, etc, or accelerating after a stop, consumer can hear sounds and it feels like something is kicked out or slips from under vehicle's front end, consumer has complained to dealer on 4 occasions. transmission hesitates when making shift from 2nd to 3rd, dealer stated operating as designed. left front splash shield rubbing on tire making a noise, dealer repositioned splash shield. *slc | |||
| 12/01/2000 | 1 | 09/01/1999 | |
| When i took my intrepid to benson dodge and spoke with the service manager on 12/4/2000, i felt as though he was brushing me off. he said he had no knowledge of any investigation or any recall on this vehicle. i showed him the information on the investigation that i printed from your website on 12/2/2000. i informed him that this was an extremely costly repair and i could not afford to have them repair it. he all but told me that the repairs were solely up to me and since i could not afford them, i would eventually wreck the car. i don't know about how things are supposed to be done, but i would think that the first priority of any dealer should be the safety of the people driving their cars. i have an 18 mo old that i transport in this vehicle and this manager did not seem to care that the life of a baby could be at stake. i guess since it wasn't his wife and child in that vehicle it wouldn't be! i just wanted to let the people conducting the investigation into the rack and pinion steering on the 95 intrepid know about this in case i do have an accident resulting in injuries or death of either myself or my passengers. if you can help me in any way, please let me know. i seem to be getting absolutely nowhere with the dodge dealership that i bought the vehicle from. thank you for your time. no safety defect listed in summary. *ak | |||
| 11/26/2000 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle experiencing momentary / intermittent steering lock up due to rack and pinion. dealer notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was no longer covered under warranty, and nothing could be done. *ak *slc | |||
| 11/14/2000 | 2 | 08/01/1998 | |
| 3 months ago it needed both inner and outer tie rod ends replaced. today we went around a corner and the rack and pinion failed. no steering and almost hit a parked car. vechile towed to repair shop and i am waiting to get a estimate. front end problems and steering problems since we bought it. transmission is starting to go and we have had the air conditioner worked on 3 years in a row. we are going to trade it in asap. | |||
| 10/22/2000 | 1 | 11/01/1994 | |
| While driving at highway speeds, brakes activated without driver intervention causing sudden loss of control. this occurred three times in 60 mile period. dealer cannot locate cause. also, steering very loose and requiring replacement too soon.*ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Rear passenger restraint does not retract back into position. dealer has inspected vehicle.*ak transmission failed three times. front seering rack failed left front ball joint failed. drive belt failed at 28000 miles. water pump failed. radio failed. right front struts failed three times. brake failed three times before 50000 miles. hydraulic cylinders that hold hood up fell off. heat/ac duct system fell down. *yh | |||
| 10/11/2000 | 1 | 06/01/1998 | |
| I was driving at slow speed when i heard a pop and immediately lost all steering control.*ak | |||
| 02/03/1999 | 2 | 01/01/1996 | |
| Clamps that hold the rack and pinon assemble work loose and cause steering to fail | |||
| 1 | |||
| From the begining of ownership the steering always locked up, when making right turns made cracking noise intermittantly, possible rack and pinion power steering problem.*et | |||
| 01/01/2000 | 01/03/1995 | ||
| Two bushings that hold rack and pinion have loosened and worn out, affecting the steering mechanism. bushings failed because brake fluid was spilled on them when vehicle was being serviced. not a manufacturing defect. *ak *ml | |||
| 09/10/1999 | 04/01/1999 | ||
| No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak | |||
| 10/01/1999 | 1 | ||
| Car is a piece of junk water pump timing belt air condition rack and pinion engine failure. | |||
| 09/27/1999 | 1 | 02/01/1996 | |
| Pe99040, while driving vehicle rack and pinion bolts sjeared off which caused the rack and pinion to drop, and to had no steering ability at all . *ak | |||
| 09/27/1999 | 1 | 02/01/1996 | |
| I was about to get on a major interstate when my left wheel and right wheel went into different directions. how is it possible that i had no steering capability at all. shouldn't some steering ability exist always except in the case of no power. had i gotten on i-95 i would have crashed having absolutely no ability to control direction even an eight of an inch. | |||
| 10/16/1998 | 1 | 09/01/1994 | |
| I think that is enough to tell you this model has defects too many to mention. i think dodge should allow some sort of renumeration on repairs or a nice reasonable discount on future purchases since this is my second dodge. | |||
| 01/02/1997 | 11/13/1994 | ||
| Car had a defective part--rack and pinion steering system. repair shop didn't notify owner that repairs were under warranty. | |||
| 07/07/1999 | 1 | 12/01/1995 | |
| My wife was on her way to work when she heard a pop as she turned the corner at approx.15mph. she then lost all steering. the steering wheel would turn, but the wheels would not. the car was towed to the dealer, where they determined the rack an pinion steering had broke. the dealer replaced the steering gear and both inner tie rod ends at no charge for the parts. there was a labor charge $403.60 i feel this is a safety issue and i am just glad she was not at a higher speed when this happened. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Rack and pinion steering assembly became erratic. | |||
| Steering binding in turn - dealer currently replacing rack & pinion. *ak | |||
| At 58,000 miles the rack and pinion steering has malfunctioned, causing loss of steering control. vehicle is hard to steer. *ak | |||
| 03/01/1998 | 1 | 02/01/1995 | |
| Fuel injection rail o rings failed, causing fuel to leak on engine. notified dealer. he told me they would not fix the problem. we spent 997.00 on repairs and were amased this was not recalled as a safety defect. also, rack and pinion steering malfunctioned. *ak | |||
| 10/10/1997 | 4 | 03/11/1995 | |
| Power steering rack failed, causing excessive play in steering/power steering fluid to leak. | |||
| 01/02/1997 | 1 | 11/13/1995 | |
| Rack and pinion failed. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Rack and pinion steering failed, causing erratic operation. | |||
| STEERING - RACK AND PINION - RACK | |||
| 07/26/2001 | 0 | ||
| Steering wheel is out of line instead in driver's hands at a 10:00 to 2 angle while hands are at 12 and 8 angles. in order for vehicle to go strait has to turn steering wheel to left. consumer had vehicle towed to dealer, and they stated that steering rack and tie rods went out. steering has been on back order for about two weeks or more. please provide any further information.*ak | |||
| 12/01/1998 | 1 | ||
| Power steering rack completly failed while parking. nlm | |||
| 03/08/1999 | |||
| While driving 35-40mph vehicle felt like rail road tracks were in the front steering rod rack leaked on tie rod bushing, causing the front end to be ruined. the evaporator core had also leaked from the air conditioner. the steering would lock up & would lose control if not repaired. *ak | |||
| 01/29/1998 | 1 | ||
| Power steering rack isolator bushings failed. | |||
| 08/01/1995 | 5 | ||
| Steering rack bolts/bushings/mounts failed. | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 07/26/2001 | 0 | ||
| Steering wheel is out of line instead in driver's hands at a 10:00 to 2 angle while hands are at 12 and 8 angles. in order for vehicle to go strait has to turn steering wheel to left. consumer had vehicle towed to dealer, and they stated that steering rack and tie rods went out. steering has been on back order for about two weeks or more. please provide any further information.*ak | |||
| 02/01/1997 | |||
| I purchased this vehicle with the intent on having last through the pay-off. i am very concerned about this happening. at 30,000 mile the air-conditioning system went out completely and had to be replaced. at 50,000 the transmission went out and had to be replaced. a transmission was replaced at a dodge dealer but i was only given 12,000 mile warranty. at 70,000 miles the front-end struts, strut plates, inner tie rods, and other was replace. this front end is still not right as it drifts and has too much play in the steering. many others with the exact same repairs!!!!!!!!!!!!!! | |||
| 09/01/1997 | |||
| The steering column is loose, causing the steering wheel to vibrate, resulting in loss of control of the vehicle. owner has not driven the vehicle since 9/97 because of the vibration and loss of control. the dealer has been notified. *ak | |||
| Owner states that he was involved in a frontal crash when his vehicle hit pole after the steering wheel locked into place, dealer replaced a coupler and the problem returned, when owner took back to dealers he was told that it was secondary damage . *ak | |||
| 01/01/1995 | 1 | ||
| Sheared bolt in steering mechanism, causing noise. *sd | |||
| 08/22/1995 | 2 | ||
| Steering wheel off center, adjusted 6 times. *sd | |||