One problem related to manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe has been reported for the 1996 Dodge Caravan. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Engine knocking due to right head rocker arm retainer being broken off head, and bent rocker arm/ shaft bent. While driving the check engine light blinks three times. Consumer states the cast rocker arm failure was due to flaw in design. The exhaust manifold broke.