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US recalls (4)
Equipment: electrical, radio/tape deck/cd etc.
ON CERTAIN MINI VANS, CONDENSATION FROM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AIR CONDITIONING DUCTS MAY DROP THROUGH VENT HOLES IN THE TOP OF THE RADIO AND RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT THAT SUBSEQUENTLY SENDS DIRECT CURRENT TO THE REAR SPEAKERS.
Risk and remedy
Risk: THIS COULD RESULT IN A SPEAKER FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL ADD A SPECIAL TAPE TO THE TOP OF THE RADIO TO PREVENT THE POTENTIAL OF WATER INTRUSION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 31, 2005. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Steering: hydraulic power assist, hose, piping, and connections
ON CERTAIN MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.3 OR 3.8L V-6 ENGINE, THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE MAY SPLIT AND CAUSE A FLUID LEAK.
Risk and remedy
Risk: POWER STEERING FLUID LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN AN UNDER HOOD FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER POWER STEERING COOLER HOSE. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 27, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Structure
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 and remedy
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.
Child seat
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN MINI VANS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS." THE OWNER MANUALS SUPPLIED WITH THESE VEHICLES DO NOT INDICATE WHICH SEATING POSITIONS ARE EQUIPPED WITH TETHER ANCHORAGES AND CHILD RESTRAINT ANCHORAGE SYSTEMS AS REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD.
Risk and remedy
Risk: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE CHILD SEAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ATTACHED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE CHILD.
Remedy: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH THE NECESSARY CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INFORMATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN OCTOBER 8, 2001. OWNERS WHO DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE INFORMATION WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Canadian recalls (2)
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Electrical
2004-11-02 · campaign 2004-392
On certain vehicles subject to conditions involving extreme heat and humidity, condensation from the instrument panel air conditioning ducts may drip through the vent holes in the top of the base equipment radio and results in a short circuit that subsequently sends direct current to the rear speakers. This could result in a speaker fire. Correction: Dealers will apply a special tape to the top of the radio to eliminate the potential for water intrusion.
Steering
2004-08-04 · campaign 2004-276
On certain minivans equipped with a 3.3L or 3.8L engine, the upper power steering cooler hose could split, causing a fluid leak. Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an underhood fire. Correction: Dealers will replace the upper power steering hose.
Owner complaints (245)
Owners filed 245 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan (13 crashes, 11 fires, 9 injuries, 1 deaths reported). Among 34 model years of this model, it ranks #15 for the most complaints (median 191).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Air bags | 59 | |
| Steering | 36 | |
| Electrical system | 33 | |
| Power train | 27 | |
| Engine and engine cooling | 19 | |
| Seat belts | 15 | |
| Exterior lighting | 15 | |
| Equipment | 15 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2002 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2002 Dodge Caravan | – | – | – | – |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2002 Dodge Caravan/Grand Caravan version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Caravan/Grand Caravan 2WD 2.4 L Automatic 3-spd | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Caravan/Grand Caravan 2WD 2.4 L Automatic 4-spd | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,350 |
| Caravan/Grand Caravan 2WD 3.3 L Automatic 4-spd | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Caravan/Grand Caravan 2WD 3.8 L Automatic 4-spd | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Caravan/Grand Caravan 2WD 3.8 L Automatic (S4) | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Caravan/Grand Caravan AWD 3.8 L Automatic 4-spd | 15 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Caravan/Grand Caravan AWD 3.8 L Automatic (S4) | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
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