Email from constituent re his concerns about the quality of Chrysler minivans, the transmission problem he has with his 2000 Plymouth Grand Voyager; feels there should be a recall. The cosnumer noticed transmission fluid on the ground. The mechanic informed the consumer there was a pin a Chrysler transmission that comes loose. They also said the pin in the linkage for the differential shoots out very fast and ruins everything in its path.

- Wauwatosa, WI, USA

: the contact stated while driving 25 mph, the vehicle would not respond when the accelerator was depressed. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop, who determined the transmission and catalytic converter need to be replaced.

- Elk Garden, WV, USA

10/30/03 knocking noise coming from engine. Took to Firestone in December after it got extremely loud. Was informed to go to dealer as they could not find the issue. 12/10/03 Chrysler replaced flywheel. Was informed that the delay in repairs was because 2 other replacement flywheels had cracked in the same fashon. I found no recalls for this issue. I do not have the old flywheel nor did I see the damaged one.

- Valrico, FL, USA

While shifting gears transmission shifted from second gear to over drive at the same time on its own. Consumer was able to drive vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic informed determined that the solenoid switch needed to be replaced due to worn parts. The faulty solenoid switch caused damage to the transmission control computer.

- Yuma, AZ, USA

Consumer stated that vehicle can be put in any gear without stepping on the brakes first. Toddler was able to put the vehicle in gear while standing on the seat. Consumer called Chrysler, and was told that this was a special feature of this particular vehicle has, and it will not be changed or recalled.

- Quakertown, PA, USA

My daughters (ages 5 and 2) were sitting in the front seat of my van and hit the gear shift and knocked it into gear and the van rolled into my brother-in laws truck almost pinning me between the two vehicles.

- Auburn, GA, USA

While driving our 2003 Plymouth Grand Voyager (with 72000 miles) we heard a loud bang from under the front of the car. Transmission fluid was found under the car. We had the car towed to the dealership and learned the transmission pin had broken. We were informed this is a common problem, more than 30 remanufactured transmissions are on back order. The cost of the reparis is significant and we cannot be guaranteed when the parts wil become available. I called Chrysler/Plymouth to determine if there was a recall and there is not. In their opinion, it is not a significant issue. How do we, as consumers, make this issue known to ensure a recall notice is issued and the proper repairs are made? god forbid this problem occurred on a busy highway!

- Tolland, CT, USA

While driving on highway car suddenly decelerated and would not travel over 40mph. Dealer diagnosed that the transmission had failed. Consumer concerned because vehicle's mileage is very low.

- West Greenwich, RI, USA

Consumer states that while driving at any speed and without any warning the engine will start racing and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer has been notified. Ts while in motion the vehicle emitted a loud whining noise followed by evident T jerking and lurching. The transmission intermittently locks in gear and will not shift.

- Homesville, OH, USA

While making a "U" turn there was a loud crunching noise and the van would not move but the engine was running. After contacting the dealer & having the vehicle towed to the dealer I was told that the axle separated from the differential and had caused extensive damage to the transmission and it would cost $1400 to repair because the warranty was up at 36ooo mi.the next day they told me that Chrysler would pay for everything but $250. I told them that this was not right that this should happen to a van with only 39600 miles on it and that this had to be a defect. They told me that was not the case.

- Miami, FL, USA

While making a "U" turn there was a loud crunching noise and the van would not move but the engine was running. After contacting the dealer & having the vehicle towed to the dealer I was told that the axle separated from the differential and had caused extensive damage to the transmission and it would cost $1400 to repair because the warranty was up at 36ooo mi.the next day they told me that Chrysler would pay for everything but $250. I told them that this was not right that this should happen to a van with only 39600 miles on it and that this had to be a defect. They told me that was not the case.

- Miami, FL, USA

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- West Bend, WI, USA

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- Roseau, MN, USA

Transmission gear switches from drive to neutral while driving. This happens when first starting and when driving about 15-20 mph. On January 19, 2001 dealer replaced transmission range sensor. But this did not remedy problem.

- Kenosha, WI, USA

When putting vehicle into gear car hesistates. Then, it lurches forward, and will go into gear.

- Brooklyn, NY, USA

Vehicle pulls right while accellerating. Replaced was the transmission, power steering rack, axles, capers, etc..(too numerous to mention). Alignments, swapping tires, etc, did not resolve the problem. Filed under lemon law, Chrysler is refunding purchase price. Vehicle is not fixable per dealership and Chrysler.

- Collingswood, NJ, USA