2002 Dodge Caravan body problems

12 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 80,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 12
of this car's complaints: 5%
typical mileage: 80,000
crashes: 1
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Body
4
Body: door
2
Body: hatchback/liftgate: hinge and attachments
1
Body: hatchback/liftgate
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Dodge Caravan body problems in other years

Related recalls

StructureReported March 7, 2003 · 3,674 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Certain pickup truck, van, and mini van conversions equipped with southern comfort built running boards that contain certain courtesy lights manufactured by american technology components, inc. These units contain a courtesy light or lights that might overheat when the wire harness is exposed to excessive moisture and road salt.
Risk: This overheating condition can cause the running board to melt or cause a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring harness on these running boards. Owner notification began march 7, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact southern comfort at 1‑800‑745‑6096.

Recall number 03V094000 · Recall details

What 2002 Dodge Caravan owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 2, 2015 · Body · 106,000 miles · CO · crash

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".

Filed Mar 12, 2014 · Body, Fuel system · 80,000 miles · NM

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 dodge caravan. The contact stated that the radio wires would short circuit whenever the radio was activated. There was a recall related to the failure under the federal safety agency campaign id number 04v531000 (equipment). The VIN was not included in the recall. In addition, the driver's side exterior and interior sliding doors would not unlock. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also mentioned that the fuel tank hose was replaced previously. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Jun 20, 2013 · Body, Suspension · 150,000 miles · RI

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 dodge caravan. The contact stated that there was corrosion on the rear driver and passenger side wheels. The contact heard a loud noise and took vehicle to a private mechanic for an inspection who stated that the driver passenger side mount was corroded and almost fractured. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure was not reported to the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 150,000. The current mileage was 172,000. ..updated 08-07-13

Filed Nov 21, 2011 · Body · 130,000 miles · IL

The sliding doors locked and will not unlock or open.

Filed May 14, 2007 · Body · FM

Dashboard is cracking. Do not want it to get like my pickup a 1995 dodge .

Filed Jan 11, 2007 · Body · MI

Rear hatch power lock disengages leaving rear hatch ajar at unexpected times. Also tries to disengage while driving 5 MPH or less. It is almost like someone is holding a remote entry device( which I don't have) and I hear a click, click as it disengages the lock. Yesterday it happened at least ten times, every time I put the van in park the rear hatch un-latches and I have to shut the vehicle off and use my key to open the hatch the rest of the way for it to close. Also for the first time it has interfered with my power door locks working. The hatch will also disengage if I am parked and just idling. This could be a major safety issue if I was in a vehicle crash....

Filed Dec 22, 2005 · Body · WI

2002 dodge caravan has rusted in four different areas. *ts

Filed Nov 22, 2005 · Body · IN · 1 injury

Child had thumb slammed in van door and family was unable to open the door for three minutes. Child fractured bone. A younger child could have lost a limb. Parent had to go inside the car and pull the jammed lock to free child. If parent was holding a child and they got a limb stuck the parent could not let go of the child to go inside and free the door.

Filed Nov 15, 2005 · Body · 66,000 miles · GA · fire

2002 dodge caravan caught on fire and was completely destroyed.*mr the consumer vehicle caught on fire 11 days prior to receiving a recall notice on the radio vent slots (recall# 04v531000).

Filed Mar 25, 2005 · Body · 44,000 miles · GA

While vehicle was parked rear liftgate glass shattered. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

Questions about the 2002 Dodge Caravan body

Does the 2002 Dodge Caravan have body problems?

Owners have filed 12 complaints about the body of the 2002 Dodge Caravan, 5% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2002 Dodge Caravan body problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 80,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Dodge Caravan body?

Yes, 1 recall: 03V094000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Dodge Caravan have the most body problems?

The Dodge Caravan model years with the most body complaints are 1992 (81 complaints), 1993 (81 complaints) and 1991 (80 complaints).