2002
Dodge Grand Caravan
EPA MPG:
NA
Owner Reported MPG:
EPA MPG:
NA
Owner Reported MPG:
RECALL ALERT:
There are 6 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 6 recalls on this vehicle.
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RECALL ALERT:
There are 6 recalls on this vehicle.
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There are 6 recalls on this vehicle.
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Reliability
Overall Reliability
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how used vehicles are holding up in 17 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, and brakes to power equipment and the electrical system.
The 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan has been recalled 6 times by NHTSA.
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The 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan has been recalled 6 times by NHTSA.
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2002 Minivans & 3-Row SUVs Reliability
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Dodge vs. Other New Car Brands Reliability
Reliability History
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Overall Reliability Verdict
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
Engine Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Cooling
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Engine Electrical
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Major
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Transmission Minor
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Drive System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Fuel System/Emissions
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Exhaust
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Suspension/Steering
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Brakes
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Climate System
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Electrical Accessories
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Body Hardware
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Paint/Trim
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Noises/Leaks
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
In-car Electronics
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Overall Reliability Verdict
Potential Trouble Spots
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Powertrain
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Major
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Minor
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Cooling
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Engine Electrical
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Transmission Major
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Transmission Minor
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Drive System
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Fuel System/Emissions
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Exhaust
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Show all Powertrain Trouble Spots
Suspension/Steering
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Brakes
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Climate System
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Build Quality
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Electrical Accessories
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Body Hardware
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Paint/Trim
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Noises/Leaks
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Show all Build Quality Trouble Spots
In-car Electronics
2000
NA
2001*
NA
2002
NA
2003
NA
2004
NA
2005
2006
2007
2008*
2009
2010
2011*
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting
how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive
reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest
subscriber survey for over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give
you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 vehicles are holding up in 20
potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and
brakes to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide
data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
EQUIPMENT
Nov 02, 2004
THIS COULD RESULT IN A SPEAKER FIRE.
Summary:
ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, CONDENSATION FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AIR CONDITIONING DUCTS MAY DROP THROUGH VENT HOLES IN THE TOP OF THE RADIO AND RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT THAT SUBSEQUENTLY SENDS DIRECT CURRENT TO THE REAR SPEAKERS.
What should you do:
DEALERS WILL ADD A SPECIAL TAPE TO THE TOP OF THE RADIO TO PREVENT THE POTENTIAL OF WATER INTRUSION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 31, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
For more information:
DAIMLERCHRYSLERRECALL NO. D48.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
04V531000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
238000
STEERING
Aug 05, 2004
POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE.
Summary:
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK.
What should you do:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 27, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
For more information:
RECALL NO. D37.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
04V386000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
681000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Oct 24, 2003
A POSSIBLE FIRE CAN OCCUR IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE.
Summary:
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS, MODELS WIX FILTER PART NUMBERS 33576, 33577, 33734; NAPA FILTER PART NUMBERS 3576, 3577, 3734; AND CARQUEST FILTER PART NUMBERS 86576, 86577, 86734 USED ON 1996-2000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, DODGE CARAVAN, AND PLYMOUTH VOYAGER VEHICLES, CAN CAUSE THE FUEL LINES TO LEAK.
What should you do:
WIX WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND REPLACE THE FUEL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. NOTE: THIS DOES NOT INVOLVE ANY PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY THE DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP. NOR ANY DAILMERCHRYSLER DEALERS. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING NOVEMBER 2003. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT WIX AT 704-864-6711.
For more information:
THIS RECALL ONLY PERTAINS TO AFTERMARKET REPLACEMENT FUEL FILTERS AND HAS NO RELATION TO ANY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT INSTALLED ON CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY, PLYMOUTH VOYAGER, AND DODGE CARAVAN MINIVANSOR ANY OTHER PRODUCTS MANUFACTURED BY DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORPORATION.CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
03E053000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
68563
STRUCTURE
Mar 07, 2003
THIS OVERHEATING CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE RUNNING BOARD TO MELT OR CAUSE A FIRE.
Summary:
CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCK, VAN, AND MINI VAN CONVERSIONS EQUIPPED WITH SOUTHERN COMFORT BUILT RUNNING BOARDS THAT CONTAIN CERTAIN COURTESY LIGHTS MANUFACTURED BY AMERICAN TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS, INC. THESE UNITS CONTAIN A COURTESY LIGHT OR LIGHTS THAT MIGHT OVERHEAT WHEN THE WIRE HARNESS IS EXPOSED TO EXCESSIVE MOISTURE AND ROAD SALT.
What should you do:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS ON THESE RUNNING BOARDS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN MARCH 7, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SOUTHERN COMFORT AT 1-800-745-6096.
For more information:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
03V094000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
3674
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Oct 08, 2002
FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDERBODY FIRE.
Summary:
ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, THE FUEL TANK CONTROL VALVE WELD JOINT COULD SEPARATE RESULTING IN A POSSIBLE FUEL LEAK.
What should you do:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN OCTOBER 28, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
For more information:
DAIMLERCHRYSLER RECALL NO. B25.ALSO, CUSTOMERS CAN CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
02V274000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
116029
CHILD SEAT
Oct 04, 2001
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.
Summary:
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN MINI VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE OWNER MANUALS SUPPLIED WITH THESE VEHICLES DO NOT INDICATE WHICH SEATING POSITIONS ARE EQUIPPED WITH TETHER ANCHORAGES AND CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS AS REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD.
What should you do:
OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH THE NECESSARY CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INFORMATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN OCTOBER 8, 2001. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE INFORMATION WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
For more information:
ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:
01V310000
Potential Number of Units Affected:
52649
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