| Issue ID | 873055 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10416700 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER GROUP LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | CARAVAN |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 07/07/11 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2007 dodge caravan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 mph, a loss of powering steering occurred without warning. The contact experienced difficulty in turning the steering wheel and cautiously maneuvered to the side of the road. The engine was turned off. There was power steering fluid leakage on the ground and steam emitted from underneath the hood. After restarting the engine the vehicle resumed with the steering malfunction. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the power steering line was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a complaint was filed regarding the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 64,251. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 64251 |
| Number of Occurences | |
| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | AKRON, OH |
| VIN pattern | 2D4GP44LX7RXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 15 |
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