2004 Dodge Grand Caravan Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Grand Caravan years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 24th of 26 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 116 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. That ranks 24th out of 26 Grand Caravan model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (25 complaints, 22%), typically at around 104,000 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 116owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Dodge Grand 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 | 25 | 22% | 104,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 14 | 12% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 12% | 49,240 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 13 | 11% | 99,680 | — | — |
| Steering | 13 | 11% | 39,250 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 9% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 9 | 8% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 6 | 5% | 87,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 4% | 73,900 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 4 | 3% | 110,340 | — | — |
| Structure | 4 | 3% | 86,440 | — | — |
| Equipment | 3 | 3% | 34,480 | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 3% | 69,700 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 3% | 34,300 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 3% | 43,825 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 2% | 102,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 2% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 2% | 142,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | 158,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Dodge Grand 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.
The contact owns a 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle crashed into the rear passenger side of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The air bags warning light illuminated. The contact stated that her face hit the steering…
Sliding door locking activator failure prevents to door from being unlocked manually which is a big safety issue because rear passengers cannot exit them doors and therefore have to climb over the console and front seats to exit .. This is a big problem affecting all grand caravan and caravans with…
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 dodge grand caravan. The contact stated while driving, the vehicle overheated without warning. The failure occurred several times. The contact stated as precaution the vehicle was stopped to allow the engine to cool down. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer nor was the…
Hairline cracks in fuel pump outlet just before connecting to fuel line leads to strong fuel smell and fuel vapors all around vehicle. Fuel pump needs replacement to repair this dangerous condition. Highly suggest different fuel pump design that is not prone to hairline cracks and potential fire…
After filling the gas tank, within a few miles the vehicle will stall. Dodge already has extended the warranty on the fuel tank of vehicle built after september 2003 but mine was built august 5 2003 so it is outside their window. This is a very dangerous issue because it has happened to me on the…
Other Dodge Grand Caravan years
← 2003 Grand Caravan · 2005 Grand Caravan →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Grand Caravan | 20 | 1 |
| 2019 Grand Caravan | 245 | 4 |
| 2018 Grand Caravan | 271 | 4 |
| 2017 Grand Caravan | 414 | 3 |
| 2016 Grand Caravan | 1,002 | 6 |
| 2015 Grand Caravan | 281 | 4 |
| 2014 Grand Caravan | 359 | 5 |
| 2013 Grand Caravan | 471 | 4 |
| 2012 Grand Caravan | 584 | 6 |
| 2011 Grand Caravan | 530 | 4 |
| 2010 Grand Caravan | 869 | 6 |
| 2009 Grand Caravan | 544 | 7 |
| 2008 Grand Caravan | 1,293 | 8 |
| 2007 Grand Caravan | 182 | 2 |
| 2006 Grand Caravan | 284 | 3 |
| 2005 Grand Caravan | 995 | 5 |
| 2004 | 116 | 1 |
| 2003 Grand Caravan | 219 | 2 |
| 2002 Grand Caravan | 290 | 5 |
| 2001 Grand Caravan | 298 | 3 |
| 2000 Grand Caravan | 442 | 5 |
| 1999 Grand Caravan | 432 | 3 |
| 1998 Grand Caravan | 559 | 4 |
| 1997 Grand Caravan | 583 | 5 |
| 1996 Grand Caravan | 1,157 | 9 |
| 1995 Grand Caravan | 108 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, engine and engine cooling, service brakes, hydraulic problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 25 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Dodge Grand 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 Grand Caravan a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Grand 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.