2004 Dodge Caravan Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Caravan years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 18th of 23 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 65 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Dodge Caravan. That ranks 18th out of 23 Caravan model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (12 complaints, 18%), typically at around 73,500 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 3 fires, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 65owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Dodge Caravan problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 18% | 73,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 8 | 12% | 112,406 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 11% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 7 | 11% | 32,700 | — | — |
| Steering | 6 | 9% | 56,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 4 | 6% | 118,652 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 6% | 38,250 | — | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 6% | 37,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 4 | 6% | 32,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 6% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 5% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 5% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 5% | 140,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 5% | 134,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 5% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Child Seat | 2 | 3% | 29,084 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 3% | 93,326 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 2% | 108,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 2% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Dodge Caravan recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Steering:hydraulic power assist:hose, piping, and connections
Problem: 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: Power steering fluid leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in an under hood fire.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Engine Stall After Refueling (DP14002) — opened Sep 5, 2014, closed Apr 6, 2015.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Hello, After installing 4 new tires on my van I immediately noticed a jerk my vehicle was experiencing at highway speeds. mostly when turning , changing lanes or moving the steering wheel like adjusting lane positions. I had double checked the tire air pressure and lug nuts, even added extra 5 lbs…
The vehicle was stationary. I was leaving work, when i sat in the driver's seat the seat broke and fell back. The broken part is actually the frame of the seat, not the tilt mechanism. The tubulation that comprised the seat frame catastrophically broke adjacent to the weldment. This part should…
Fuel leaking from top of fuel tank
Engine often hesitates after you have driven a few blocks after refueling. This form asks for a single specific date but this problem has happened every few weeks for the last year or so. Depending upon the traffic situation when the hesitation occurs, and accident could easily occur. My mechanic…
2004 dodge caravan. Consumer writes in regards to fuel tank extended warranty coverage that applies to vehicle stalling after refueling. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle began stalling shortly after it was purchased and has since continued. The stalling occurred at highway speeds and while…
Other Dodge Caravan years
← 2003 Caravan · 2005 Caravan →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Caravan | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 Caravan | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 Caravan | 23 | 0 |
| 2014 Caravan | 20 | 0 |
| 2013 Caravan | 30 | 0 |
| 2012 Caravan | 87 | 0 |
| 2011 Caravan | 78 | 0 |
| 2010 Caravan | 172 | 2 |
| 2009 Caravan | 118 | 2 |
| 2008 Caravan | 302 | 2 |
| 2007 Caravan | 81 | 0 |
| 2006 Caravan | 173 | 2 |
| 2005 Caravan | 537 | 4 |
| 2004 | 65 | 1 |
| 2003 Caravan | 195 | 3 |
| 2002 Caravan | 245 | 4 |
| 2001 Caravan | 257 | 3 |
| 2000 Caravan | 470 | 4 |
| 1999 Caravan | 555 | 5 |
| 1998 Caravan | 629 | 5 |
| 1997 Caravan | 714 | 7 |
| 1996 Caravan | 1,403 | 9 |
| 1995 Caravan | 489 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge Caravan?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, electrical system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 12 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Dodge Caravan?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Dodge Caravan a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Caravan model years, the 2004 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.