Can an automatic transaxle that is going out slip out of gear while driving?

Question

The vehicle is a 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan that I have been working on since August. The transaxle has begun slipping out of and/or not going into gear after starting it. I know it needs a rebuild but right now I need to let my family know if it slip out of gear while being driven around town or out of town.

Answer 1

They don't slip in and out of gear.

The clutches fail.

I'm not sure what your question really is.

If the trans is slipping now, there is a very good chance it will fail on the road.

Answer 2

try the oil first!

Answer 3

Caravans and neons are famous for transmissions failing.  If its slipping, has transmission codes and the fluid is perfect you need a new or rebuilt one asap.

Answer 4

Check your belts and make sure that isnt whats slipping and causing the feeling.

Take it to an automotive shop and have them run a check on the transmission, sometimes they get wacky if they aren't serviced properly.

Answer 5

I had a bonneville that would slip out of gear and keep accerlating.  Didn't have to push the gas to go.