Tl* the contact owns a 2002 dodge caravan. The contact stated that the rear door handle had melted due to exposure to the sun and the door was unable to be opened. Also, the drivers side of the dashboard had also melted and cracked due to exposure to the sun causing debris to separate from the dashboard making contact with the driver while driving with the windows opened. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer jacksonville dodge (11101 nurseryfield dr. Jacksonville fl) and manufacturer were notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 90,000.
2002 Dodge Grand Caravan body problems
19 complaints (7% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 90,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 19
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- typical mileage
- 90,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Body: door10
- Body4
- Frame and members: underbody shields2
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Dodge Grand Caravan body problems in other years
Related recalls
Structure
- 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 Grand Caravan owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I parked my mini van @ 3:00 pm staurday-22-2015 on 115 street before myrtle av richmond hill queens new york, sunday 6:00 am I came home and decided to check on my car if somebody had broken-in/steel my 3 peace tool box but my car had dissapeared, I saw broken driver side glass on the gound and call cops right away.
Vehicle is rusting under the paint as well as rusting quite quickly on the leaf spring mounts as well as most metal parts under the vehicle.
I entered cooling system problems, ABS braking, steering, window motors and entire rusting under carraige.
Van was sitting in the driveway when I tried to open the passenger side sliding door. Door will not unlock by pulling up on the actual lock or via the power door switch. It's not a power sliding door. Thought this was an isolated incident when I looked online and saw many, many other folks have the same problem.
My dodge 2002 grand caravan sliding door lock has seized in lock position. This first occurred early in 2010 with the lock sticking in the unlock position. After talking to several mechanics I learned that this is a common problem on dodge vans. A couple of months later the lock suddenly unlocked and the sliding door starting working again. Now recently the lock has seized only now in the locked position so my children have to exit my vehicle on the drivers side which usually is facing the street. This is dangerous!!!! I went online and googled problems with dodge vans and found so many reports of the same thing. Please hold dodge accountable for its actions before ( god forbid) somebody's child gets hurt or worse.
I have a 2002 dodge grand caravan that has had headlight troubles for nearly two years. When you turn the van on, only the right headlight turns on. When you turn the headlights on, only the left headlight turns on. When you turn the brights on, only the right headlight turns on. Always, only one light at a time. We have replaced about three different switches and we still can't seem to find the trouble.(no, it isn't the bulb). This has gone on long enough. Even the dealer can't seem to find the trouble and it needs to be recalled for this problem.
I own a 2002 dodge grand caravan. The drivers side sliding door will not close. This has been happening for some time but after fooling around with it manually and with remote, I could somehow get the problem fixed. Not this time. I went online and found that many others have same problem. I feel this is a recall issue not just a repair. It is a defect by dodge/chrysler. My car is totally undriveable because the back door will not engage.
2002 dodge grand caravan sliding door locks and can't be opened manually or remotely. Passengers must exit opposite side of car. Started 3 days ago, haven't had time to bring to dealer yet. This complaint is common on site: http://autoforum.classifieds1000.com/dodge-grand_caravan/power_locks_will_not_lock_or_unlock.
When A/C is on passenger floor gets soaked. Rotting out the carpet and floor mat. As well the radio stops working for periods of time.
Questions about the 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan body
Does the 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan have body problems?
Owners have filed 19 complaints about the body of the 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan, 7% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan body problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 90,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan body?
Yes, 1 recall: 03V094000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Dodge Grand Caravan have the most body problems?
The Dodge Grand Caravan model years with the most body complaints are 2016 (228 complaints), 2017 (95 complaints) and 2005 (70 complaints).
Other 2002 Dodge Grand Caravan problems
Airbags 59Steering 53Transmission 42Electrical 38Brakes 36Fuel system 21Lights 21Seat belts 21Engine 19Suspension 16Locks 13Visibility 10Acceleration 9Tires 5Seats 2Wheels 1
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