Issue ID | 372376 |
Internal NHTSA # | 764623 |
Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | CARAVAN |
Model Year | 1997 |
File date | 21/07/02 |
Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BEL |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Mopar belt tensioner part 4536154 has been replaced 4 times, counting oe part. The tensioner fails between 25,000 and 30,000 miles destroying the belt. The last dodge dealer mechanic to replace the part stated that this is a common problem and that it persists with mopar replacement parts.*ak |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | |
Number of Occurences | 3 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | GREER, SC |
VIN pattern | 2B4GP4538VRXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | |
Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 01/10/96 |
Was original owner? | Y |
Anti-lock brakes | Y |
Cruise control | Y |
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Drive train type | FWD |
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Vehicle speed | 40 |
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