| Issue ID | 721954 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10267063 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER LLC |
| Brand | DODGE |
| Model | GRAND CARAVAN |
| Model Year | 2006 |
| File date | 19/04/09 |
| Component | STEERING:RACK AND PINION |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Rack and pinion leaking fluid from rubber boot and needs replaced; mechanic said very common problem for 2006 grand caravans with over 40,000 miles. Has replaced more than he cares to admit. Of course no longer under warranty and part is on back order? Must really happen alot when the part is on back order, maybe time for a recall. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 44187 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | MONROEVILLE, PA |
| VIN pattern | 1D4GP24R16BXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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