2004 Dodge Caravan problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Fuel/Propulsion System (11) · Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6) · Fuel System, Gasoline (6)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
50 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Equipment 2010-08-10 · campaign 10E034000 · 6,686 vehicles
Defect: CURT MFG IS RECALLING CERTAIN CLASS 3 RECEIVER HITCHES, P/N 13347, SOLD AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR USE ON 1997-2007 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY VANS, 1996-2007 DODGE CARAVANS, AND 1996-2004 PLYMOUTH VOYAGER VANS. WHEN THE HITCH IS LOADED TO THE MAXIMUM RATING, THE HITCH MAY FRACTURE OR BREAK AT THE BEND LOCATION WHERE THE MAIN BODY OF THE HITCH MEETS THE HITCH MUFFLER STRAP.
Risk: IF THE AREA IN QUESTION FRACTURES OR BREAKS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN UNSTABLE DRIVING CONDITION, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A CRASH.
Fix: CURT MFG WILL NOTIFY OWNERS OF RECORD AND WILL REPLACE THE HITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING AUGUST 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CURT MFG AT 1-715-831-8713.
Service bulletins (69)
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 2022-07-09 · S2208000136 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
security module lock out after entering the pin to unlock the wireless control module (wcm)
Electrical System 2022-07-09 · S2208000136 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
security module lock out after entering the pin to unlock the wireless control module (wcm)
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.
Showing the 6 most recent of 69 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-09-09 · Tires“hello, after installing 4 new tires on my van i immediately noticed a jerk my vehicle was experiencing at highway speeds. mostly when turning , changing lanes or moving the steering wheel like adjusting lane positions. i had double checked the tire air pressure and lug nuts, even added extra 5 lbs. to the tires but still has this strange fee…”
2019-05-01 · Seats · 140,000 mi“the vehicle was stationary. i was leaving work, when i sat in the driver's seat the seat broke and fell back. the broken part is actually the frame of the seat, not the tilt mechanism. the tubulation that comprised the seat frame catastrophically broke adjacent to the weldment. this part should never fail.…”
2017-08-13 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 72,000 mi“fuel leaking from top of fuel tank…”
2017-01-14 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 145,000 mi“engine often hesitates after you have driven a few blocks after refueling. this form asks for a single specific date but this problem has happened every few weeks for the last year or so. depending upon the traffic situation when the hesitation occurs, and accident could easily occur. my mechanic says that the liquid/vapor separator valve on the…”
2016-05-12 · Fuel System, Gasoline“2004 dodge caravan. consumer writes in regards to fuel tank extended warranty coverage that applies to vehicle stalling after refueling. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle began stalling shortly after it was purchased and has since continued. the stalling occurred at highway speeds and while making left turns. also, the check engine light ill…”
2016-01-07 · Unknown Or Other · 118,652 mi“intermittent horn turning on. clockspring was replaced along with front control module. they think hornpad is at fault and will further short clockspring and front control module…”
2015-11-06 · Air Bags · 240,000 mi“the airbag warning light is illuminated due to a malfunctioning clockspring. this disables the airbag system. this was recalled on earlier model caravans but has not been completed on 2001 and newer models which have the same issue. the light has been illuminated since vehicle purchase and has had inactive airbags. recently, while turning the steer…”
2015-10-31 · Wheels · 105,000 mi · 💥 crash“as i went to stop the front wheels slid like they were on ice. i was on a public rd. [black top] i hit the car in front of me.…”
2015-03-19 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 118,000 mi“i purchased my vehicle in the fall of 2013 and am starting to come to the conclusion that every time i fill my gas tank up my vehicle shuts off! today i filled up my gas tank. my children were in the back seat and when i pulled out into the highway the van shut off and the steering wheel locked up! i had no control over the vehicle. this seems …”
2014-12-12 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 155,755 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge caravan. the contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that there was a leak in the fuel pump due to corrosion. as a result, the fuel pump assembly needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the a…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.