1986 Dodge Caravan Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1986 Dodge Caravan has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 49 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 2 fires, 7 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Structure (14 reports).

1Recalls
49Owner complaints
6Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Caravan?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1986 Dodge Caravan recalls

Seats

Recall 86V010Jan 23, 1986275 vehicles affected

Most common 1986 Dodge Caravan problems

Problem areas named in the 49 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Structure14
Latches/Locks/Linkages12
Engine And Engine Cooling6
Seat Belts5
Fuel System, Gasoline4
Tires3
Equipment2
Electrical System2
Visibility1
Steering1

What owners report

2001-07-11, Tires
PE00 020; CONSUMER WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 55MPH ON HIGHWAY AND HEARD A NOISE, HE WAS ABLE TO CONTROL VEHICLE, AND PULL OVER TO SHOULDER, HE NOTICED THAT LEFT REAR TIRE TREAD HAD SEPARATED. *AK THE CORRECT TIRE SIZE IS FIRESTONE DAYTON THOROBRED STEEL P235/75 R15 M/S.*JB
2000-07-14, Structure
WHILE TRUNK LID WAS OPENED WITHOUT ANY INDICATION TRUNK LID DROPPED, CAUSING INJURY TO CONSUMER. PLEASED PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
2000-04-27, Tires
VEHICLE PROCEEDING DOWN FREEWAY-LEFT REAR TIRE DISINTAGRATED. WHEN TIRE BLEW-THE TIRE COMPONENTS COMPLETLY TORE OFF THE FUEL FILLER INLET HOSE, AT THE FUEL TANK, CAUSING ENTIRE CONTENTS OF FUEL TANK TO POUR ONTO ROADWAY. THIS IS A SIXTEEN PASSENGER CHURCH VAN. FUEL DID NOT IGNITE. IF IT WOULD HAVE, IT WOULD HAVE BEEN A FATAL SITUATION- PERSON FILLING THIS FORM OUR IS J.P. SARVER- CHIEF OF POLICE- HASTINGS POLICE DEPT. (616) 945-5744, WHO IS ALSO AN ACCIDENT SCENE RECONSTRUCTIONISTS. *AK
2000-03-27, Fuel System, Gasoline
CORROSION WITHIN THE ENGINE AT THE FIREWALL, CAUSING GROUND STRAPS TO SEPARATE, AND RESULTING IN FUEL SPRAYING ONTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. ALSO, GAS WAS COMING FROM THE FUEL FILTER. CONSUMER HAS CONTACTED THE DEALER. PLEASE PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
1999-12-19, Service Brakes, Hydraulic
REAR FISHTALES WHEN BRAKES ARE MODERATELY APPLIED.LOSS OF CONTROL OF VEHICLE IS IMMINENT IN WET WEATHER.

1986 Dodge Caravan questions

Does the 1986 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1986 Dodge Caravan: Seats. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1986 Dodge Caravan?

Based on 49 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (14), Latches/Locks/Linkages (12), Engine And Engine Cooling (6).

How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Dodge Caravan has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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