2003 Dodge Grand Caravan problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Steering (20) · Power Train:automatic Transmission (15) · Electrical System (14)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
169 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (18)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:immobilizer/Proximity:key/Sender 2020-07-22 · 9004275 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
key, master if replacing the key/fobik on a wj, kj, tj, or pt cruiser, use the "ac" nic level part number. the "ab" nic level will not program to these platforms. for all other platforms, if the "ab" nic level will not program to the vehicle, use the "ac" nic level part and submit a part warranty.
Structure 2020-04-30 · 23-015-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
disinfectant solution recommended for covid-19
Equipment 2020-04-22 · 08-049-20 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
charging system, battery diagnostic tools and warranty this information only bulletin discusses using the correct test equipment for testing batteries and charging systems, and also warranty reimbursement when battery replacements are necessary.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100519 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
use of aftermarket parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of aftermarket parts.
Structure 2019-11-20 · 3100319 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
use of salvage/recycled parts this bulletin involves discussing fca us llc position with regard to collision repair industry awareness regarding the use of recycled or salvage parts.
Showing the 6 most recent of 18 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2024-01-10 · Steering · 329,281 mi“the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and turning, the vehicle made an abnormal growling sound. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the power steering fluid was leaking. the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer was not notified of the fail…”
2019-06-24 · Air Bags:frontal:driver Clockspring/Spiral Cassette · 367,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. while driving, the steering wheel became difficult to turn to the right. the vehicle was examined by an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the clockspring pin was fractured and caused the failure. the local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 367,000…”
2019-03-26 · Engine · 238,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. while accelerating from a stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the road and powered off the engine. the vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the contact's residence. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic f…”
2018-11-18 · Steering · 238,958 mi“there are two problems that are very serious. first, in 2017 as i was exiting the interstate, i drove through a puddle. as i attempted to turn left onto the road, my steering wheel locked and it was only with extreme force and slamming on the brakes that i kept from running through the guardrail, and dropping down to the interstate below. i was …”
2017-11-30 · Seat Belts · 191,600 mi“the passenger side seat belt warning light turns on even when there is no one in that seat and the passenger side seat belt releases when there is someone in the seat! adults and older children have put the seat belt in place but the warning light stays on. while driving or sitting still, the seat belt will release at random, causing the passenger …”
2017-11-08 · Visibility:sun/Moon Roof Assembly“tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. while driving 65 mph, the sun roof exploded without warning while the cover was closed. there were no injuries. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the local dealer (century dodge chrysler jeep ram, 13500 veterans memorial pkwy, wentzville, mo 63385) was called and stated that there were no op…”
2017-08-09 · Structure:body · 98,000 mi · 🔥 fire“tl* the contact owns a 2003 dodge grand caravan. while driving from the gas station at 5 mph, the brakes failed to work without warning. the contact also noticed smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on highway 52 in florida where it was diagnosed that the frame that held the motor needed to be…”
2016-07-14 · Unknown Or Other · 195,000 mi“during a march 2016 road trip to atlanta, ga, from michigan, while traveling about 65 mph on i-75, temperature gauge needle began to climb toward the red zone on the instrument dial. within minutes i pulled off onto a highway construction site where i stopped the vehicle and turned off the ignition switch. opening the hood, i began to investigate…”
2016-04-25 · Electrical System · 125,000 mi · 🔥 fire“takata recall, my can has had some serious safety electrical issues for quite some time now.i've had many dangerous situations. with this can one thing after the next. i'm not sure exactly the problem but something the power control modual or wiring harness is not ok. the radiator fans didn't work as well as the power controls windows,heat,ac,radi…”
2015-08-21 · Structure:body · 120,000 mi · 💥 crash“i was driving down the road slees limit was 45 i was doing 50 md a deer came out in front of me and i hit it head on thw whole front ends of my car is at my windshield. it was a very hard impact that brought me to a complete stop m y air bags dis not deploy as they should have with a impact like that …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.