2002 Dodge Caravan Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

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).

4Recalls
245Owner complaints
13Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Caravan?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2002 Dodge Caravan recalls

Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.

Recall 04V531Nov 2, 2004238,000 vehicles affected

Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And Connections

Recall 04V386Aug 5, 2004681,000 vehicles affected

Structure

Recall 03V094Mar 7, 20033,674 vehicles affected

Child Seat

Recall 01V310Oct 4, 200152,649 vehicles affected

Most common 2002 Dodge Caravan problems

Problem areas named in the 245 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags61
Steering41
Electrical System34
Power Train28
Engine And Engine Cooling20
Service Brakes, Hydraulic16
Seat Belts15
Exterior Lighting15
Equipment15
Structure12

What owners report

2018-11-13, Engine
ENGINE BROKE
2018-04-28, Fuel/Propulsion System
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
2017-03-29, Service Brakes
THE STEERING WHEEL GETS LOCK WERE EVER I STOP ,INTERNAL CONTROL FAILURE, RADIATOR HEAT CONSTANTLY WHEN I AM DRIVING ,
2016-02-08, Air Bags
2002 DODGE CARAVAN. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO INTERMITTENT AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT DISPLAYED ON THE DASHBOARD AND CLOCKSPRING FAILURE. *SMD
2015-12-02, Structure
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.

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