2000 Dodge Caravan suspension problems

Filed Dec 1, 2020 · Body, Suspension · 65,000 miles · CT · crash · 1 injury

Vehicle was in motion- while driving along I heard and felt a loud noise (boom) from rear of vehicle-vehicle then swerved wildly out of control spinning around and taking down signs, mailbox-after looking at van it is apparent that the rear axle slid backwards in wheel well. While body is rust free, undercarriage has excessive rust in spring hanger area-van has been parked on pavement its entire life.

Filed Apr 23, 2017 · Suspension · 140,000 miles · MI

Strut towers in engine compartment rusted through especially on the right. I've been told by a mechanic and others that the strut tower may fail completely and push up through the hood, causing accident and injury to driver (me).

Filed May 19, 2014 · Suspension · MN

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 dodge caravan. The contact stated that the shocks were covered with rust and caused the suspension to collapse. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Dec 28, 2013 · Suspension · 75,000 miles · OH

The front driver's side shock tower is almost completely rusted through, causing a serious danger to me and my family. The problem has been progressing rapidly.

Filed Jul 15, 2011 · Suspension · 141,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2000 dodge caravan. The contact stated the strut tower on the front driver and passenger sides of the vehicle were completely corroded and rusted. The contact was made aware of the failure when the vehicle was taken for body work. The contact then took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the failure was a manufacturing defect and that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 141,000.

Filed Jun 26, 2011 · Suspension · 175,000 miles · MI

I took the car to get the oil change and the mechanic brought to my attention that the strut mounts were rusted and that it was dangerous to drive with car in this condition. I then checked on the cost of getting this repaired and the cost are high from 500.00 to 1000.00 dollars I don't understand how the body of the car gives out before the engine or transmission. The car has 175,00 miles and still runs great but the main body components are failing. The mechanic suggested getting online and filing complaint with the government.

Filed Aug 5, 2010 · Suspension · MI

2000 dodge caravan upper strut mounts are completely rusted, started rusting a t 75,000 on at 160,000 scared to drive it.

Filed Apr 13, 2010 · Suspension · 90,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 dodge grand caravan. When the contact went under the hood to check the oil, she noticed the front left strut tower had rusted. The contact drove the vehicle to a local mechanic who informed her that the problem was a serious safety hazard and there was a replacement kit to repair the failure. It was later found the strut was so badly rusted that the kit could not fix it. The vehicle had not been repaired and the contact had not called the manufacturer at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000. The current mileage was approximately 140,000. Updated 07/08/10 *bf updated 07/19/10*bf updated 07/21/10.*jb updated 10/12/10

Filed Mar 15, 2010 · Suspension · 00

Rusting through of strut tower which could result in strut penetrating through hood and windshield of van. If tower were to collapse at speed van would drop on that side and possibly result in roll over. This is clearly a safety issue that could result in severe injury or death.

Filed Oct 1, 2009 · Suspension · 120,000 miles · 00

2000 dodge caravan suspension strut tower rust after 7 years. This could be disastrous when it broken. And it is very common problem on this kind of vehicle. Dealer offer a fix quote $1300 + tax. It should be recalled since it is big safety issue.