The 2002 Dodge Caravan has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 245 complaints with NHTSA, including 13 crashes, 11 fires, 9 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (61 reports).
2002 Dodge Caravan recalls
Most common 2002 Dodge Caravan problems
Problem areas named in the 245 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 61 |
| Steering | 41 |
| Electrical System | 34 |
| Power Train | 28 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 20 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 16 |
| Seat Belts | 15 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 |
| Equipment | 15 |
| Structure | 12 |
What owners report
ENGINE BROKE
SOMETHING WRONG WITH MY GAS TANK, IT ALWAYS STOPS ME EVEN IF IT'S HALFWAY. THE DRIVER SEAT BELT DOESN'T STAY WELL. THE HOLES WHERE THE ENGINE ALWAYS COMES OFF AND THERE'S A LOT OF SMOKE COMING OUT. THE HEADLINER IS COMING OFF AND THERE'S LIKE A SAND FALLING TO MY KIDS. THE BREAK IS NOT THAT STRONG
THE STEERING WHEEL GETS LOCK WERE EVER I STOP ,INTERNAL CONTROL FAILURE, RADIATOR HEAT CONSTANTLY WHEN I AM DRIVING ,
2002 DODGE CARAVAN. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO INTERMITTENT AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT DISPLAYED ON THE DASHBOARD AND CLOCKSPRING FAILURE. *SMD
THE VIN INFORMATION IN THE DATABASE HAS BEEN CHANGED BY THE AUTO BODY SHOP IN ORDER TO AVOID RETURNING THE VAN TO ITS "PRE ACCIDENT CONDITION".
2002 Dodge Caravan questions
Does the 2002 Dodge Caravan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2002 Dodge Caravan: Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.; Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections; Structure; Child Seat. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Dodge Caravan?
Based on 245 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (61), Steering (41), Electrical System (34).
How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Dodge Caravan has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.