- The problem
- Federal mogul is recalling 6,903 aftermarket ball joint assemblies shipped between november 9, 2007 and march 26, 2008, which may have been packaged with incorrect nuts. The part numbers packaged with incorrect nuts are: k7147, k7329, k8683, and 104353. These parts were made for use on the various vehicles listed above.
- The risk
- The nuts included in the packaging for these ball joint assemblies are missing the intended prevailing torque (self-locking) feature. If the incorrect nut was to become loose, the joining members may loosen leading to a separation of the ball joint. This may result in loss of vehicle control, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
- The fix
- Federal mogul will notify owners and replace the parts free of charge. The recall began on may 22, 2008. Owners can contact federal mogul at 877-489-6659.
Vehicle safety record
1984 Dodge Caravan Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 18 complaints about the 1984 Dodge Caravan with NHTSA, most often about the body, doors & structure (11) and the transmission & drivetrain (3). Those complaints describe 3 crashes and 4 injuries. It is covered by 6 recalls, the latest in April 2008 for the suspension. For comparison, the 1985 has 49.
NHTSA data checked
AFar fewer problems than a typical Caravan year, for its age
#6 most complained-about 1984 vehicle
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 3
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 4
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1984 Dodge Caravan problems
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1984 Dodge Caravan recalls 6
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Vehicle description: light duty passenger minivans with remote release. This is not a safety recall. There has been no determination that a safety defect exists with the minivan latches. Chrysler is conducting a service campaign to replace the liftgate latch assembly of the affected minivans. In a collision, the rear liftgate latch assembly could open.
- The risk
- If the liftgate latch opens, occupants can be ejected resulting in significantly increased risk of injury or death.
- The fix
- Chrysler dealers will replace the liftgate latch with a new stronger latch assembly without charge. Chrysler began notifying owners of these vehicles during july 1996.
- The problem
- Vehicle description: light duty passenger minivans without remote release. This is not a safety recall. There has been no determination that a safety defect exists with the minivan latches. Chrysler is conducting a service campaign to replace the liftgate latch assembly of the affected minivans. In a collision, the rear liftgate latch assembly could open.
- The risk
- If the liftgate latch opens, occupants can be ejected resulting in significantly increased risk of injury or death.
- The fix
- Chrysler dealers will replace the liftgate latch with a new stronger latch assembly without charge. Chrysler began notifying owners during november 1995.
- The problem
- Vans equipped with the optional sunscreen rear glass which has less than 70 percent luminous transmittance and does not have a passenger side outside rearview mirror are not in compliance with fmvss 111, rear view mirrors. Consequence of defect: the drivers of these vans do not have the minimum field of vision required by fmvss 111. Without this minimum field of vision the driver cannot maneuver his vehicle safely and may cause an accident.
- The fix
- Install passenger side outside rearview mirror.
- The problem
- Roadway stones may become lodged in the height sensing brake proportioning valve. This may cause the proportioning valve to fail. Consequence of defect: proportioning valve malfunction results in increased stopping distances during hard braking with a light load and may cause an accident.
- The fix
- Clear proportioning valve of stones and install a protective cover to prevent stones from entering.
- The problem
- The metal fuel supply tube may crack at the fuel pump end due to vibration. The crack may result in fuel leakage. (The fuel supply tube connects the fuel pump to the fuel filter.)
- The fix
- A fuel tube retaining clip assembly will be installed on all involved vehicles, free of charge. This will restrict tube vibration and prevent cracks.
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18 complaints about the 1984 Dodge Caravan
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
Door bracket is separating from pilar in left and right doors. Eventually door can separate from body and cause injury to the occupants. The seat belts on the bench seat (mid/rear) are not working the belts dont extend enought for the occupants size or to get to the buckle. *Ak
Vehicle fills with gas fumes when tank is refilled.
Recall # 951001008, owner states that the dealer did not replaced the liftgate latch on the hatchback.
The transmission involuntarily slipped out of park into reverse, causing the vehicle to roll back into a trash dumpster, damaging the left rear.
Hood came unlatched/flew up.(Ohio state police report)
TRANSMISSION FAILED TWICE.
EMERGENCY BRAKE FAILURE. *AK
Front seat driver's and passenger's manual window (handles) stick, could result in entrapment upon emergency exit. *Ak
Vehicle was at complete sto, impact 6:00 position, passenger side seat clasped, causing seatback failure. *Ak
Remote entry no longer functions. Door no longer shuts. Phase will not start for another month or so. Please describe details. Tt
The sliding door you have to push it up to close the door. Tt
Hydraulic cylinder lift struts fail, won't stay up, will descend unexpectedly, without wwarning tt
Rear latch gives false latching allowing door to come open while in motion on several occasions. Please describe details. Tt
Rear hatch is difficult to close, will not latch from time to time. Tt
Rod in transmission failed, equipped with auto transmission. Tt
Consumer was hit from the rear and the rear hatch latch came open van was totaled the driver side seat recline backward. Tt
Rear hatch liftgate opened upon being rear ended 35-45mph causing 3rd seating to collapse forward, vehicle then spun and was struck in left side. )Ak
Vehicles sliding door window shattered while closing with warning glass exploded 6-7 feet. Tt
Dodge Caravan: every year compared
All Caravan years1984 Dodge Caravan vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 Dodge Caravan | 18 | 6 | A | |
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 3 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge Aries | 2 | 2 | B | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge B150 | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge Charger | 1 | 2 | A | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 1 | 1 | A | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge Conquest | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge D Series | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 1984 Dodge D Series(light) | 1 | 0 | B | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1984 Dodge Caravan
Does the 1984 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 1984 Dodge Caravan: suspension (April 2008); latch (March 1995); lock (March 1995); exterior (December 1985) and more. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1984 Dodge Caravan?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the body, doors & structure (11), transmission & drivetrain (3), visibility & wipers (2).
How many complaints has the 1984 Dodge Caravan had?
18 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on February 27, 1995 and the latest on May 12, 1999. Of these, 3 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 4 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1984 Dodge Caravan a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 93 out of 100 (grade A: far fewer problems than a typical Dodge Caravan year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Dodge Caravan years have the most complaints?
1996 (1,402), 1993 (962), 1992 (929). See every Dodge Caravan year compared.
What should I do if my 1984 Dodge Caravan has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data